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A Note From Jeff

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One of the defining characteristics of Mariners MV is that we’re a church seeking to live in community for the community. In other words, we believe that the beauty of the church is best expressed outside of the walls of our worship center on Sunday mornings. How we are known as neighbors, coaches, friends, school volunteers, and community leaders is a critical expression of the church to the world. Central to that effort is the relationships we cultivate with the people we live around — the people in our neighborhoods.

If ever there was a time to meet your neighbors or generate some goodwill, tonight is it. Give out the best candy. Be outside amid everyone else. Feel the freedom to ask people’s names if you don’t know them (After all, you can use the costume excuse to ask the name of someone you’re supposed to know). Be the neighbor you hope your neighborhood can become. You don’t have to love everything about Halloween. You don’t have to go over-the-top with any decorations. You don’t have to feel the pressure to staple a Bible verse to a Tootsie Roll before placing it in a kid’s “pumpkin bucket.” Simply extend genuine friendship to the people who live in your community.

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Over the past few weeks, it’s been so good to hear the stories and meet the people who have been invited to our church by their neighbors. So many people are finding that the OUTSIDER’S GUIDE TO JESUS series has been a great entry point to Mariners MV. Perhaps, there are people in your neighborhood (people you’ll see tonight) who have felt like outsiders to the church and simply need an invite to a new community. Consider inviting them to join you this Sunday morning.

See you then,
Jeff

A Note From Caleb

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TIME CHANGE!! Don’t forget to “fall back” an hour on Saturday night. Although, if you do forget, we have services every 90 minutes, so it’s not the end of the world (8:30, 10, 11:30a).

HALLOWEEN. So…if I could include a picture of my little 9-month-old “Jack-o-lantern,” I would. Shamelessly. But, alas, you’ll have to catch the cuteness on Facebook. He can’t walk the streets for candy, but he’ll steal hearts on social media.

FACEBOOK. While you’re on Facebook, take a look at all the fun pictures we’ve posted from our Trunk or Treat event Sunday–that you made a HUGE success, by the way! Make sure to invite your friends and neighbors back to church this Sunday. Heck, come in costume for all I care! And keep coming back to our Facebook page for updates and encouragement.

SUNDAY. Sunday will be a lot of fun. I’ve invited a special guest to join me. He’s older, wiser, and funnier than me. You’ll like him!

See you Sunday!
(Remember to set your clock(s) back.)

caleb

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P.P.P.S: Set your clock(s) back.

A Night of Fun at Harvest Carnival

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Last week, many of you invited your friends and neighbors for a evening of ol’ fashioned fun at Harvest Carnival 2013. Free candy, yummy food, fall festivities, friends, kids, carnival rides, and the gift of community and relationship, all rolled into one – it doesn’t get much better than that. So, in case you missed it, or you just want to re-live the experience, check out our Photo Candids, and our Photo Booth.

Also, be sure to check out the Smile Stand pics, where so many of you stopped by to capture the moment.

And finally…to our dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers who tirelessly gave their time and energy to make Harvest Carnival happen – THANK YOU!

Mariners Resource Center

Meet needs and change lives by making the Resource Center a warm and caring place. Donations are accepted every day. We are especially in need of warm coats, blankets and sleeping bags.

Volunteer Orientation
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30a

Volunteer opportunities available Tues-Fri, 9a-2p

Contact us with questions, 949.769.8131 or find out more