ROOTED WINTER 2016

Rooted is a personal journey with the goal of deepening your connection with God, His Church, and your purpose. Contact Cole with questions or to sign up.

Begins Wed, Jan 20, 6:30p, Ocean Hills campus

Rooted grads, get connected to in community through a Life Group. Groups typically meet for 6-10 week sessions. We believe life change happens in circles more than rows. It is in groups that God uses us in the lives of others and for the benefit of our surrounding community.

Contact Cole, cbeshore@marinerschurch.org

Join a community of women that loves God and one another—different and unique, one from another. We study, pray, worship, serve, laugh, and think together. You are invited to be one of us. Contact Lisa for info, ldweld@cox.net

Thursdays, Jan 14-May 7, 9:30-11:30a, r226, $40

I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and New Year. We had so many things happening on our campus, it was truly a fun season. I want to say “way to go!” for being inviters, as we had over 1,000 people in attendance on Christmas Eve. That is almost double from the previous year.

As the new year begins, there is a lot going on here at Mariners Ocean Hills, most notably Rooted. Rooted provides the opportunity for you to join a group of 15-18 people where you will walk through a powerful 10-week experience together. One of our sayings around here is that life change happens in circles, not rows. So if you are feeling like you need a little change in your life, Rooted is definitely for you.

I’m really excited to be back teaching this Sunday morning. I can guarantee that you will never look at prayer the same after this weekend. And, if you are wondering where we are with year-end giving and what is going on with our search for a Worship Pastor, I will fill you in this weekend.  It’s going to be a great Sunday.

Blessings,
Jeff

I have always said, “It’s not Christmas till the temperature hits thirty degrees.” Well if you have gotten up early enough this week, it is clear to see (and feel) that Christmas is here. And I say this with no apologies… there is no better time of year than the holidays! We love the songs, we love the gifts and we endure the parties. Yes, it is Christmastime. And as you celebrate all that the season brings, don’t miss it’s true meaning.

To remind us of this and usher in Christmas, we have a few things coming up. Friday night is our annual “Christmas Together” concert at 7p. There are fantastic musical artists you won’t want to miss. And then this Sunday, we will be continuing our series, Light of the World, answering the important question… Why did God become man? And of course, Thursday is our Christmas Eve Services at 3:30 and 5:30p. It is one of my favorite services of the year. Whether it is being together as a family, or the candlelight finish to Silent Night, or Deanna’s rendition of Oh Holy Night, or the message of Jesus coming to earth as a baby, there is nothing better. It is a great service to invite people to, so please be praying for friends and family.

It’s a great season, and I look forward to celebrating it all with you.

Blessings,
Jeff

The Light of the World arrives in the darkness bringing hope, joy, peace and love. Join us this Christmas to experience the beauty and wonder offered by the presence of Jesus.

Christmas at Mariners Ocean Hills
Thu, Dec 24, 3:30 & 5:30p

Every day until Christmas we’ll post a devotional about Advent. They are reminders to tune our hearts toward God, the One who gave us the best gift ever: Jesus Christ. They’ll help us pause and remember why we celebrate.

Read our daily Advent devotionals exclusively on our Facebook page.

Help bring Christmas to our community – volunteer for Christmas Eve services! Serve in Children’s Ministry or as an usher or greeter. There are many opportunities! Contact Jaclyn, jrisser@marinerschurch.org

Donate your vehicle (car, motorcycle, boat, jet ski or RV) to Mariners Church Car Ministry and bless someone in need. For more info, contact us at carministry@marinerschurch.org or visit our website.