Expecting and new parents are invited to attend the Saddleback Kids Nursery Open House on Saturday, January 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Children’s Ministry Center. We will meet on the first floor in the Reef area (you'll know it when you see it!) for an introduction to the Saddleback Kids Nursery program and a question and answer time. A tour of our Nursery building and classrooms will follow. Each family in attendance will receive a “Welcome Baby” gift!

For questions, please email Crystal Hansen at crystalh@saddleback.com or call
(949) 609-8697.

The Straight Talk For Wives support group is for women who are feeling hopeless in their marriage and are considering separation or divorce. If you’re stuck in constant conflict or feeling unloved, misunderstood, betrayed or angry because of infidelity you can gain renewed hope for your marriage. Get practical straightforward help for real issues marriages face including resolving conflict, rebuilding trust, rekindling relational intimacy, and restoring healthy communication.

This support group begins on Wednesday, January 16 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 405 on the Lake Forest campus. Click here to register. For more information call Elaine at (949) 609-8392 or elaineq@saddleback.com.

We’re getting ready to embark on a new series that will, literally, change your life! This Saturday and Sunday, join us for part two of Getting Ready for the Rest of Your Life - a message that is aimed at helping you get ready to experience next week’s Discovering My Calling series. This is a great time to get connected to a small group so you can get the most out of our new series. We'll see you this weekend at a location near you!

Modern day slavery is a $9 billion global business. 27 million women, men, and children are currently being victimized. Learn how the church, through ordinary people, responds to this man-made tragedy. Join us at Rancho Capistrano for this free event on Friday, January 11 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, January 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Click here to register for Friday night.

Click here to register for Saturday.

The Saddleback Church Business Directory is a powerful online tool that connects businesses and consumers like never before. Every business in the directory pledges to adhere to biblical principles, creating a network of reliable companies for you to explore. Here are just a few of the categories of available businesses: automotive, residential services, computer and electronics, real estate, travel, finance, health and personal care. Click here to download your free eBook today!

What in the world has Saddleback been up to? Join us this Saturday, January 5 and find out as you enjoy a Taste of the 12 Cities. You will hear from PEACE teams who have been working in the 12 cities and there will also be food samples representing each of 12 countries where we are planting Saddleback campuses. Click here for more info.

The PEACE Plan is your opportunity to make an eternal impact on the world around you through initiatives like Clean Water, Justice and Trafficking, Church Planting, Orphan Care, HIV&AIDS, and more. Get the skills you need to join the 12-City Initiative—come to our next PEACE Skills Training on Saturday, January 5 at 8:30 a.m in tent 3. Click here for more info.

On January 13 and 20, Pastor Rick will talk to Oprah and take on some of life’s toughest questions. Watch Pastor Rick and Oprah on the LifeClass shows and experience inspiration, aha! moments and godly insight as you hear a biblical perspective on how to deal with life’s tough blows. Watch on January 13 and 20 at 8:00 p.m. on the OWN Network. Check your local listings for more information.

Ring in the New Year with Saddleback Church! We have a great weekend in store for you including Hillsong Church’s Brian Houston who will be speaking at our weekend services, and on Sunday night after the 6pm service, we’re having a Faux New Year’s party! Click here for more information about the New Years party.

Click here to find a Saddleback location near you.

Family Movie Night is back! Your family is invited to join us on Tuesday, January 8 in the Refinery for Taco Tuesday, starting at 5:00 p.m., and a family-friendly movie in the auditorium at 6:30 p.m. We'll also be selling popcorn and snacks in the auditorium for you to enjoy. This is a great opportunity to get out of the house for some family fun. Or, you can invite someone who has never been to Saddleback. All are welcome! Contact Steven at steveno@saddleback.com for more information.