Join us as we work alongside our Mexico partners and begin basic construction on the dorms at the El Niño Church. For more info, contact Monica, mbannister@marinerschurch.org

Sat, Nov 21, 6a-9p, $40pp

Greetings from the world of diapers and insomnia! This is Graeme Cowgill, the Student Ministries Pastor, hoping your week is going well! Our twins are growing and beautiful, and despite the fact that American Airlines would probably charge us for the bags under our eyes, we are doing great.

This Sunday, we will vote on our favorite of the three films for our STEP IN FILM FESTIVAL, so come opinionated! I am so excited to be continuing our series in Romans this weekend at 8:30, 10, 11:30a and 6p.

Last week, Caleb talked about God working all things for the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28). This week we will look at what role WE play in that. Just preparing for this week’s message has opened my eyes to some fundamental things I do every day to deflect fulfillment in my life. The message will be life changing…you won’t want to miss it! We will also honor veterans this weekend, so invite someone who served our country!

See you Sunday,
Graeme

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Welcome to November! The months march on. And so does the Step In Film Festival.

Step In: What an incredible few weeks it’s been—short films from creatives in our community, patio shenanigans, visual design images of our future theater…

I’ve begun visiting some life groups during the week to answer questions and clarify our next steps as we move toward the Regency movie theater (expected move-in date: late summer). I’ll continue visiting groups through early next year. What a joy it is to see so many of you connected in meaningful community, doing life together, studying the Bible together, eating food together… Life is better this way.

<<If you need help plugging into a group, email Neil or Ericka>>

Sunday: Please take a moment to pray. Ask God if there is anyone you should invite to church this Sunday. I’m going to be talking about how suffering is an inevitable part of life, but God uses it for good. This will be an important message. All of us go through difficult seasons, and need to cling to hope. Many of us are going through difficult seasons RIGHT NOW. And so are some of your friends. Bring them with you–8:30, 10, 11:30a & 6p.

Social media: Follow Mariners HB on Instagram and Facebook for daily prayer prompts and updates on all kinds of thing going on. Follow me, too, for daily encouragement based on last week’s message—being intentional about our thoughts…letting God renew our minds.

Summing it all up, friends, I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse. Put into practice what you learned from me, what you heard and saw and realized. Do that, and God, who makes everything work together, will work you into his most excellent harmonies.  Philippians 4:8-9 (MSG)

See you Sunday,

caleb

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Connect with the Women of Mariners HB. Grab a friend and join us for a time of encouragement, teaching, mingling and making new friends while enjoying coffee, fruit and muffins! Contact Beth Russell, beth@therussellplace.com, for location and more info.

Sat, Nov 7, 9-11a

Get involved with one of our volunteer teams at Mariners Church, Huntington Beach! We have many opportunities available. Sign up online or contact Ericka, egoodrich@marinerschurch.org

We want to make camp available to students throughout the whole year, so we’ve created JHM Adventures! These 2-3 day retreats (at different locations) will never cost you more than $40…guaranteed. All 6th-8th grade students are invited, but space will be limited. Register online.

Want to know more or is cost an issue? Email marinershbjhm.assist@gmail.com. See you on our next Adventure!

JHM ADVENTURE CAMP
Fri-Sun, Nov 13-15, Saddleback Butte State Park, $40

Happy Halloween! Harvest! Dress-up Day! Sugar Rush!

Change how you view Halloween. It’s an incredible opportunity to get to know neighbors and engage kids. Few days of the year are this easy to meet people in your neighborhood and help kids have a fun and safe experience. Kids should think we are the coolest and most fun people to be around.

Be intentional. Be fun.

And join us for our annual fall event TRUNK OR TREAT in the Sports Complex parking lot (adjacent to the Library Theater) on Saturday, Oct 31, from 3-5p. It will be a great time. More details below…

Don’t forget to set your clocks back on Saturday evening. Yes, it’s an extra hour of sleep! Charge up and show up ready to go on Sunday (8:30, 10, 11:30a & 6p).

I believe that God will speak to you this Sunday. Begin to pray now, inviting Him to get your attention and reshape your thinking. Start by reflecting on this verse:

Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. Romans 12:2 (NLT)

Are you open to a mind-shift?

caleb

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This is the last weekend of our Step In Film Festival and we’ll be voting on which film you think is the best. The winner will receive a cash prize! Invite someone to church with you and/or share on social media. More info here and to view Spaceman, the iLife and Theater 4.

Sundays, Oct 18, Oct 25, Nov 1 & Nov 8
8:30, 10, 11:30a & 6p

Get ready for a fun afternoon of food, games, a homemade bake-off contest, candy galore, glitter tattoos, and so much more! For more info contact Jeanette, jandrews@marinerschurch.org

Sat, Oct 31, 3-5p, HB Sports Complex (18100 Goldenwest St)

The STEP IN FILM FESTIVAL is in full swing. I’m excited for you to see the next short film!

This Sunday, I’ll be talking about the Dark Side—the dark side in all of us—and how we all live with something in us that wants to do wrong. (You can read ahead in Romans 7, if you’d like.)

Plan on joining us for Trunk or Treat—Sat, Oct 31, 3-5p, in the Sports Complex parking lot adjacent to the Central Library. Dress up, decorate your vehicle, bring your kids—little kids, big kids, grown-man-kids… it will be a fun time.

See you soon!

caleb

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Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations… Deut 7:9