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transforming ordinary people

into passionate followers of jesus

courageously changing the worldjanuary 19&20, 2013

marinerschurchirvine • mission viejo • huntington beach

IMPORTANT NOTICE: To ensure the deductibility of your church contributions, please do not file your 2012 income tax return until you have received a written acknowledgment of your contributions from the church.

Worship Center:Sat: 5p and Sun: 9 & 11aChapel:Sun: 9 & 11aSunday Night Chapel:Sun: 7p

A S T U D Y I N R E L AT I O N S H I P S

4/5 GRADE WINTER CAMPFri-Sun, Feb 8-10, $199 Tahquitz Pines, IdyllwildKids will learn about God’s purpose for them and His promise to work in their lives. Activities include: chapel, arts & crafts, cabin time with friends, outdoor laser tag, and more!marinerschurch.org/cfmevents

BIBLE STUDY PLUS!Begins Sun, Jan 20, 9a, free Upper RoomJoin us for this 10-week study on the book of Romans. Taught by Doc Beshore. Open to all ages.marinerschurch.org/truthworks

WORSHIP AUDITIONSSat, Feb 2, Irvine CampusJoin the Worship Community at Mariners Church. Fill out our online form to get started.marinerschurch.org/worship

story Luke’s Story

My 8-year-old son Luke was diagnosed with Autism at age three. At the time, he used only a handful of words, avoided eye contact, and generally avoided people, for that matter.

Through the grace of God, Luke has made considerable progress. One huge blessing has been the special friends program at Port Mariners. One weekend, Luke’s special friend was unavailable, so Luke came to the service with my wife Melissa and me, iPad in hand! We sat at the top of the bleachers, Luke holding his ears during the music (sensitive to loud noise), and then whipping the iPad out as soon as the pastor began to speak. He was very well behaved and quiet through the entire sermon, until an invitation for people to stand and say

“I believe” was extended. To our surprise Luke shouted out, “I believe too!”

To read the rest of the story, visit marinerschurch.org/stories

2013 MARINERS CHURCH DEVOTIONALon sale in the bookstore for $10Spend 4 days per week, 208 days per year, in God’s Living Word.

rooted life groups outreachconnect with God, the Church, your purpose in community

for communityservinglocallyand globally

find out more at marinersoutreach.org

Rooted provides the opportunity to connect with God, the church community and your purpose in unexpected life-changing ways. For details or to register, visit the patio on the weekend or marinerschurch.org/rooted

Spring 2013 Session:Begins Wed, Apr 17. Registration coming soon.

Limited childcare available for a feeGroups meet on campus

Life is meant to be lived in community, not alone. Through Life Groups, you have the opportunity to extend your Rooted experience and connect with others (in a group of 5-15 people), experiencing life together, growing in authentic relationship with each other and God.

LIFE GROUP CONNECTIONWed, Jan 23, 6:30p, Life Dev Bld 208We understand life moves quickly and situations change, so whether your Life Group is no longer meeting or your Rooted group chose not to transition, let us help you get connected into a Life Group! Meet leaders, ask questions, and find out more about our available groups. RSVP to lifegroups@marinerschurch.orgmarinerschurch.org/lifegroups

ANGER MANAGEMENTMondays, Jan 21-Mar 4, 7-9p Life Dev Bld 209Learn how to change unhealthy habits and patterns when experiencing anger and conflict in relationships.Questions? Contact care@marinerschurch.org

ORANGEWOOD PLAY DAYSun, Jan 27, 3-5p401 City Dr, Orange (ages 18+)Lend a hand with crafts, games, sports, a pizza party or just hang out with kids who have been removed from their homes due to neglect or abuse. Contact tguy106@yahoo.com

COMMUNITY CENTER BUILDSat, Jan 26, 6a-8p, $40 MexicoCome to Rojo Gomez to build the new Community Center. For more info and to register, visit marinersoutreach.org/rojogomez

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LCC VOLUNTEER INTEREST MEETINGThu, Jan 24, 5:30-7p, Life Dev Bld 206 (dinner provided)Offer hope and relationship by tutoring 1.5 hrs/week at one of our LCCs in Santa Ana and Orange. Contact Dre.amarinez@marinerschurch.org or marinersoutreach.org/communitycenters