Young Adults Vision Night
Figuring out your next steps in life? High school seniors through 28-year-olds, are invited to find God’s purpose with a community that gets it. Join us in the foyer on Friday, January 31st at 7pm as we kick off a brand-new series at our Young Adults Vision Night with engaging studies, dynamic discussions, food, and more. Sign up online or at the Information Desk! Cost is $5.00 and includes dinner.
Beauty for Ashes
If abortion is part of your past join us as we study Gods word together. You’ll find hope and healing as we seek His love and forgiveness. Study starts Thursday, February 6th. To sign up please call Danae Villescas (562) 846-7779.
Young Adults 4-Part Series: Built to Thrive
This transformative series invites Young Adults (ages 18-28) to deepen their relationship with Christ, be rooted in faith, and live abundantly. Each week will feature dynamic teachings on topics such as: identity, relationships, career, and spiritual growth. Pick up a flyer at the info desk for the dates/topics or check out our Young Adults Instagram page for more information. The series will begin, Friday, February 7th.
Love Life- Prayer Walk
Join us and stand in the gap for the pre-born as we gather outside the Whittier Planned Parenthood on Saturday. February 8th at 9:30am for a time of worship and prayer. We will meet on the corner of Greenleaf and Walnut in Uptown Whittier. With any questions, please see Pastor Dave.
Youth at Boomers
All youth (7-12 grade) are invited to join us for a trip to Boomers in Irvine on Saturday, February 8th. Come out and practice your driving skills on the go-karts, your sailing skills on the bumper boats, and your hunting skills in laser tag. Youth must wear shoes with a closed toe and heel. We will leave the church by 9:45am and return at approximately 4:45pm. The cost is $35. Please bring some extra money for an early dinner. Sign up at the Information Desk. For more information, please contact Rick at (562) 477-9284.
GriefShare
Grief Share offers support for those experiencing grief following the loss of a loved one. The group will meet every Thursday evening for thirteen weeks beginning at 6:30pm on Thursday, February 13th. The only cost to participate is the price of a participant workbook, which can be purchased in the bookstore. For more information, please contact Pastor Rick at (562) 477-9284.
Devoted to One: Valentines Luncheon
Save the date! Devoted to One invites all single ladies to a valentines luncheon on Saturday, February 15th at 1pm in the Fellowship Hall. Details to follow.
Married Couples: Always & Forever
All married couples are invited for a special time with your special someone! Join us on Saturday, February 15th at 6pm at El Cholo Restaurant in La Habra for a romantic Valentine's dinner event. We will have worship and a Valentine's message by our own Pastor Dave Mendes. Cost is only $90 per couple and includes an all you can eat dinner and dessert. Please sign up at the Information Desk after each service. Please contact Dave and Liz Dominguez (310) 650-1358 or Mario and Angie Ortiz (562) 480-2950 with any questions.
Space is limited.
2024 Tithe Receipts
Tithe receipts for the 2024 tax year are available. Pick up a request form at the Information Desk and drop it into the tithe box when completed. Forms are also on the church website. If you have any questions, please see Monica Marquez.
Solace
Our Solace group will begin meeting on Sunday, January 26th from 2pm to 4pm in the 3rd/4th grade classroom. Solace is a community for individuals and their caregivers who have been impacted by life-threatening illness. Come find hope in God’s word and “solace” as we love one another in the name of Jesus. Book and study guide available in the bookstore. Sign up at the Information Desk. For more information see Pastor Steve Marquez.
Custom Car Show Outreach
We will be hosting a Car Show/Outreach here at the church on Saturday, May 10th. If you have a lowrider, bomb, custom bicycle, or just want to be a part of this outreach, please attend an informational meeting on Sunday, January 26th at 12:30pm in the 5th/6th grade classroom. For additional information, contact Paul Morales at (562) 383-3668.
Devoted to One
Devoted to One invites all single ladies to a movie night potluck on Saturday, January 25th at 6:30pm. We will meet in the high school room. Sign up at the Information Desk. Movie is TBD.
New Year’s Marriage Resolutions
Married couples are invited to a catered dinner and time of encouragement on Saturday, January 25th at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. Sign up at the Information Desk. Cost is $10 per couple. Sorry, no childcare available. Contact Dave and Liz (310) 650-1358.
Young Families Ministry: Play Date
Families with toddlers through Kindergarten-aged kids are invited to the home of Pastor Patrick and Joanna for a playdate and Dino Nugget lunch on Saturday, January 25th from 11am-1pm. Sign up at the Information Desk. See Pastor Patrick for more information.
Communion Service
Join us for a night of communion this upcoming Wednesday, January 22nd.
Women’s Spring Bible Study
Ladies, join us as we continue our study in the Gospel of Mark. Studies are in the Fellowship Hall on Tuesday nights at 7pm (sorry, no childcare) or on Thursday mornings at 9:30 am (limited childcare/homeschool group available). Study guides are available for purchase in the bookstore. For more information, please contact Jen Mendes: (562) 237-2985.
New Believers Bible Study
All are invited to come out and learn about the foundations of our Christian faith. This 13-week Bible study will begin Sunday, January 19th at 1:15pm in the 5th/6th grade classroom. For additional information, see Paul Morales or contact him at (562) 383-3668.
Bike Ride Rally
Join us for a motorcycle ride with like-minded believers on Sunday, January 19th at 1pm. After a safety talk, we will ride out to a location to be determined. Please be sure that your bike is ready and fueled up ahead of time. For information, please contact Mathew Thoma at (562) 207-8328.
Lunch Fellowship
Join us in the Fellowship Hall after each morning service on Sunday, January 19th for a lunch fellowship hosted by our Love Life ministry. Taco plates will be available for a donation. Please see Pastor Dave with any questions.
Parenting Class
Join us Friday, January 17th at 7pm in the high school room as we begin a four-week video series from Paul Tripp called “Parenting It’s Not What You Think”. We will learn the principles to raise children God's way - including how to navigate the specific challenges of raising teens and pre-teens in today’s world. This is for parents with children of all ages, there will be a study guide that follows each session provided. Please sign up at the information desk. Childcare will be available for kids ages 2-5 years old. For more information see Pastor Patrick.
Women’s Ministry
We are seeking volunteers to help with childcare for our Thursday morning women's Bible study, starting Thursday, January 16th. If you are available and willing to assist, please contact Jennifer Mendes at (562) 237-2985.
Fit for the Kingdom
Happy Healthy New Year! Please join us for a 6-week session beginning on Monday, January 13th. We meet at 7pm in the fellowship hall. Please sign up at the information desk and for more information contact Helen Kobzeff at (562) 900-0533.
Worship Fellowship
If you are currently involved with the worship/sound ministry or are feeling called to the ministry, please join us Sunday, January 12th at 3pm in the Main Sanctuary.
Lost & Found
If you lost it, we may have found it. Please check the tables in the Fellowship Hall for lost and found items that may belong to you. All items left over after Sunday, January 12th will be donated.
Knots of Love
Join us in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, January 11th, at 9am for a time of sewing quilts. No experience needed. For any questions, please contact Betty Mitchell at (562)760-3299.
Week of Prayer and Fasting
"And seek the peace of the city where I have caused you to be carried away captive, and pray to the LORD for it; for in its peace you will have peace." Jeremiah 29:7
Join us Monday, January 6th – Friday, January 10th at 7pm as we gather each night in the Main Sanctuary to pray and seek the Lord. There will be a box at the Information Desk for personal prayer requests which will be prayed for on Thursday evening. Children’s Ministry Classes will be available. Please note, studies normally scheduled Monday-Friday will not take place, but will resume the following week. For any questions, please contact the church office.
Worship & Communion
Please join us for a time of worship and communion Sunday, January 5th at 6pm.
Discipleship 101
You have a great opportunity to grow deeper in your walk with the Lord by taking part in our Discipleship 101 course. The next 6-month discipleship session will begin Sunday, January 5th starting at 3pm. We will now have a course for men and a course for women meeting on the first and third Sunday of each month starting at 3pm. Sign up at the Information Desk. For any questions, please see Pastor Dave (for men) or Jennifer Mendes (for women).