I loved being able to speak during all of our weekend experiences last weekend, including Sunday Night. It was an honor and a privilege to see how God is working in and amongst people’s lives to bring freedom in this year of Jubilee! I was overwhelmed to witness the courage and honest emotion – tears of joy and hope – of the people who came forward to confess what enslaves them, acknowledge they can’t free themselves, and walk in the presence of the Holy Spirit. It was powerful. And let’s continue to join in prayer with The Church around the world as recovery efforts continue from the devastation in Nepal as well as for peace here in our own country.
Kenton is really excited to be back with you this weekend teaching in our Reset series. This is a great series to bring friends and family as so many of us have obstacles in our lives we can’t overcome…places that weigh us down…dreams that we have given up. Invite them to join us this weekend, and be sure to look through all of the opportunities to get involved in the story God is writing with one another here at Mariners and in our community.
Join us as we stand united in prayer for our county, nation and world on Thursday, May 7. Choose one location from the 3 C’s list – Community Center, City Hall or Campus, to gather at 7a (click here for the list). Follow us on Instagram throughout the day to receive prayer updates. Use #MarinersPrays to show where you’re praying!
JHM Overnighters are intended to be FUN and a safe place for students to bring their friends. Registration is required. We’re asking that each student bring a family sized snack to share for admission. No peanuts, please.
May 1, 8p – May 2, 8a, Student Center, Irvine Campus
We want to make sure your student is well prepared for success as they transition into Junior High and High School Ministry for the next school year! All parents are welcome though Parent Night is highly recommended for parents of incoming 6th and 9th grade students. Please RSVP to Keelyn at kdennis@marinerschurch.org with the number of adults attending. No childcare available. Click here for more info.
I’ve been praying for you this week – that your heart would be broken for what breaks God’s heart. I’ve been praying that you would see the relationships and people around you as opportunities to shine light and bring hope into dark places through the power of Jesus within you. I love the invitation Pastor Muriithi gave last week to be dangerous people…courageous people…fearless people who follow Jesus and bring His redemption into this world. This week, we’re continuing in our Reset series where we’ll remember that Jesus is our jubilee, our freedom…the One who can bring hope and life in every aspect of our journey. Invite your family and friends to join us!
Also, we’re committing to building healthy marriages. If you’re on your way to the alter or you’ve said, “I do,” join me tonight as we take some time to laugh together, encourage one another, and more importantly, spend some time with our spouse on a date night.
Join us for a morning of worship, prayer and hearing His Word as we encounter God intimately and authentically. For more info or to register, visit our website.
Sat, May 2, 830a-12p, Upper Room
Childcare ($20 per child)
If you have training in law enforcement, EMT, fire fighting or as a nurse, paramedic, PA or MD, and have a heart for our community, we have a place for you! For more info, contact Brenton, MarinersSafety@gmail.com
I’m overwhelmed as I think about all that God is doing in and through Mariners Church. We are hosting Catalyst West over these next two days where over 3500 leaders from across the country will be encouraged in their faith, and to be bold in the way they live their lives following Jesus and leading churches. This week, we’re training over 30 churches from five states in how to create disciples of Jesus that change the world, beginning with our Rooted experience. It’s exciting to think about how God is going to move in these churches as they begin this powerful journey. Last night, we launched our latest Rooted session where hundreds of people are saying yes to learning more about connecting with God, His Church and the purpose that God designed for them. It’s amazing! I love how God is not only positioning us to be a catalyst for good in Orange County, but also a church that encourages His Church around the world.
I’m praying for you guys as you live out God’s call to be the hands and feet of Jesus this week – in your schools…in your workplaces…in your neighborhoods…in your relationships. I’m praying that you’ll Reset your rhythms and your thinking around everything God wants for you and everything He designed you to be. I can’t wait to celebrate all that He is doing within you and through you. As we continue this adventure together, you’ll want to join me this weekend as our good friend, Pastor Muriithi Wanjau, from Mavuno Church in Kenya, will be teaching and inviting us to become all that God created us to be. What a great adventure we’re on as a church! Invite your friends and family to join us this weekend as we walk it out together.
