Check out our newly-released Christmas Is CD featuring musical artists, Caleb Clements, Crystal Lewis and Natalya Roa. On sale in the Mariners Church Bookstore and on iTunes.

Volunteer at one of our Christmas Eve services and help us bring the joy of season to our community! There are a variety of opportunities for you to choose from in Hospitality and Port Mariners. For a complete list and to sign up, click here.

We’re excited to be partnering with the community and the Orange County Farm Bureau for the Irvine Farmers’ Market. More info here.

Saturdays, 8a-12p
Mariners Church parking lot (corner of Bonita Canyon and Turtle Ridge)

Are you enjoying this Christmas season to its fullest? Are you finding the peace and hope that the arrival of Jesus at Christmastime brought to this world and into our lives through a relationship with Him? I hope you’re finding the time to embrace all of what He has in store for you this holiday season through the relationships and parties we get to experience.

Yesterday, I was with the staff from all of our campuses. It was so much fun laughing together and reflecting on all that God had done this past year. There were new relationships He brought to us, new ministries, and the excitement of a new season we can now begin because of His presence in the world.

I love the Christmas Is Advent series and the idea that we’re waiting – that we’re people who wait and anticipate the arrival, not just of Christmas, but of Christ’s return. You are not going to want to miss this weekend as Doug Fields will be back teaching on joy. There will be a great surprise with some of the kids from our church. It will be a weekend you won’t want to miss. It will aim your heart at joy this season.

Look forward to seeing and being with all of you as we continue to walk out this Christmas season together.

Peace,
Kyle

We want to take this moment to recognize all that you have done this holiday season. Because of your radical love, lives across Orange County and around the world are being changed.

As a direct result of you taking tags, filling food bags, and giving your time (17,576 volunteers hours), at-risk youth and families in Southern California are able to celebrate a hopeful Christmas; parents in our communities are able to give 5,500 Christmas gifts to their kids, many for the first time; 600 families were able to have a delicious and warm Thanksgiving dinner with people who love them; food banks in Orange County, including our Resource Center, have been replenished with 2,400 bags of food; And with your donation of $430,514, people around the world will experience the love of Jesus.

Mariners Outreach

I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”  John 16:33

Have you been walking in the peace that Jesus gives? Have you been the peacemaker that He calls you to be? I love the journey we’re on as we move toward Christmas together, remembering the gift of Jesus. Let’s embrace the wonder…the hope…the power…and the joy that a relationship with Christ brings, not only to our lives, but also through us to the world. Join us this weekend as we focus on hope – a hope that can transcend anything the world can throw our way.

Tomorrow night…don’t miss one of the most amazing opportunities for you, your friends and neighbors to enjoy. It’s the gift of community and relationship with our church at our annual Tree Lighting. This is the beauty of the gospel on display through laughter, joy, and relationship. It’s one of my favorite events that we do every year. I look forward to seeing you guys tomorrow night as we ring in this Christmas season together.

Peace,
Kyle

Join us for our annual Tree Lighting! Bring your family for snow, glitter tattoos, crafts, hot chocolate, cookie decorating, burgers, pizza, shopping at our outdoor Mariners Church Bookstore Christmas boutique and more! Questions? Visit the website for details.

Friday, December 5, free
Festivities from 4:30-6p and 7-8p on the patio and upper lawn
Program begins at 6p in the Worship Center

Join our volunteer team who will be hosting a new Community Outreach event in the Pipila neighborhood! Caravan down together in the morning and spend the afternoon with the kids at the church. Help with lunch, games, a craft and sharing the gospel. Online registration is required. Passports required for 16 and older. Those under 16 must bring a birth certificate. $40/adult; $20/child. Questions? Contact mexico@marinerschurch.org

Saturday, December 13, 6a-9p
Pipila, Mexico