Saddleback Irvine Updates

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Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:00:00 GMT

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Welcome Back Irvine

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 10:45:00 GMT

Back from the holidays and worshipping together in our worship room at El Camino School. ...

A Snapshot of Candlelight Services

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 10:38:00 GMT

I took this pict from my phone during our 7pm Christmas Eve service. ...

COOKIES and CANS MOST WANTED

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 07:36:00 GMT

Looking for a simple way to bless others? 1. Bring a few dozen cookies either baked or purchased to ONE of the four Christmas services. We are doing a Christmas Cookie potluck for everyone joining us this week. We will be supplying Hot Apple Cider, Egg Nog to compliment the treats! Let us know if you can bring some by before a service you are attending: Jenniferd@saddleback.com or 949235.4979. 2. Bring some canned food (no glass or expired please) as well to help restock the Second Harves ...

Confessions of a Pastor at Christmas

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:00:00 GMT

There are a lot of important details that go into having Christmas services. Here is a sample of some of the key questions or decisions that I have had to make over the last few weeks: Who is responsible for picking up the poinsettias? Should we have donuts still on Sunday morning or go with our cookie potluck concept? Should we have santa ornaments on our church Christmas tree in the cafe venue? (Hmmm, probably not). Would you, your wife and your new ba ...

Pennies, Nickels. Dimes and Quarters

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:13:00 GMT

I really appreciated the message by Doug this weekend. Not only was it relevant but we all walked away a bit richer (at least a penny a piece). Do you REMEMBER yesterday's message or has the chaos of daily life, the throngs of shoppers, the caucophony of Christmas paraphenalia or the "optimistic" news of the economy making you FORGETFUL? His message, "A Change of Celebration", used coins as memory devices to REMEMBER all the reasons we have to celebrate this season. We are forgetful peo ...

Food Banks Low - SVCC Irvine Responds!

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:00:00 GMT

The Second Harvest Food Bank needs some help. We are collecting healthy foods through the end of December. Please, no glass containers or expired foods. Bring food by the campus Tues-Thurs, 8am-3pm or on Sunday mornings. We will also need someone with a truck to take the donations across the street to Heritage Park. For more information or to help with delivery, please contact Terri at terri.goggin@att.net. ...

Happy Thanksgiving!

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:43:00 GMT

As your campus pastor, I just wanted to let you know that I love braggin about what God is doing in you and through you. Your stories of life change and authentic steps of faith make my role a privilege to serve with you. I thank God for this community of beautifully broken people who have found hope in Jesus and love sharing that hope with others.May you find God's peace and hope regardless of your circumstance - He is most deserving of our gratitude even in the midst of life's transitions, ten ...

Success at the Ministry Fair!

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT

This past Sunday we held a Ministry Fair so that people could see what volunteer opportunities exist at Irvine as well as sign up to serve. (Enjoy the photo of it in action.) If you did not make it Sunday, that's okay... you can stop in the Volunteer Central room any time on any future Sunday to check out the ongoing serving opportunities. Heck, stop in Volunteer Central just to enjoy the atmosphere and appreciate all the donated furniture while ...

Purpose of Christmas resources

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT

By now, you've probably heard about it during the weekend service, or you read about it in the Orange County Register - Pastor Rick's new book is released and it's terrific. The Purpose of Christmas has a great evangelistic message as Pastor Rick reminds us of what Christmas is all about. Pick up your copy of the book in the Small Group Central room at the Saddleback Irvine Campus. And, encourage your small group to do the three week study during the first three weeks of December. What a great w ...

Something About Love

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Last weekend, Doug Fields spoke while Rick was tending to the family health crisis of Jaimie Warren. He spoke on "Something About Love" and how one word has come to his mind through all of the 40 Days of Love readings and the messages so far in this campaign. The word was sacrifice. The key to becoming more loving is choosing to sacrifice.He proceeded to share about four areas in our life we need to make sacrifices to love like Jesus and with the depth of relationship we long for.To do ...

Party Time at Irvine

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:00:00 GMT

We celebrated Saddleback Irvine's 6 month birthday with cake, sharing God stories, handing out awards to volunteer leaders and of course, FOOD! We had an amazing team making several trips to Baja Fresh with the great turnout. We talked about how God has used Saddleback Irvine so far, looking at the principles in John 15 as the reason God has blessed us with so many life transforming stories so far. It's God's work, He just chooses to use us as we try to be faithful.[[image id=15 ...

Love Stories Needed, Wanted and Desired

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Hey Friends! Pastor Rick is capturing stories of how the 40 Days of Love campaign is having an impact in people's lives. Share with us any LOVE STORIES you have so far! Where are you seeing love in action in your life or in your group?What small or big steps are being taken to be more loving in the group?PLEASE LET US KNOW: Respond here and we will get these to Pastor Rick! ...

Erin's GREEN Machine

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 05:37:00 GMT

I love that we are a church in the heart of a neighborhood. Many of you even walk to church on Sundays since you are so close! Others of you ride your bikes - how "GREEN" of you! It also frees up parking for first time visitors - thank you.Well, your campus pastor is finally getting with the program. I am going to try and bike to work 2-3 times a week so hold me to it... all while balancing a Diedrichs coffee in my hand. Erin's Green Machine! ...

Saddleback Irvine has a Facebook Page!

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 05:15:00 GMT

In order to continue growing in our ability to connect with more people with the great news of Jesus, we need to expand our methods of effective communication. If you are under the age of 30, you probably are already on Facebook and for those of you who aren't, thats ok! You can stay up to date by our website, this blog, our email distribution list, our weekend services, word of mouth or try out Facebook. Whatever works for you.The apostle Paul was a master "bridge builder" in adapting to the co ...

How Do I Invite New People to my 40 DOL Group?

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Here are some ideas to help you form your 40 Days of Love small group with friends, coworkers or neighbors. 1. Make a list of 3-5 friends, family, neighbors, coworkers that you would love to see know God personally. Pray for them: "Lord, I know you love these people more than me. Would you give me an opportunity to invite them this week to join my small group? Please open their heart and give them courage to learn to love like You. Maybe they will find you ...

Dear Parents of Students - From Leo

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT

It has been an incredible summer and we have had a great time in our student ministry here in Irvine.I am so excited to get to know the students and watch them interact with other students. I wanted to let you know about an opportunity this fall for the students in 7th-12th grades to be in small groups. This will be a great way for students to connect with other students and talk about issues that they face in their daily lives. Small GroupsWe will meet in homes, hang out, have ...

Lesson Learned - Just BUY ICE

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Baptisms are not only a great reason for the individual being baptized to celebrate, but for the whole church family to join in the party. So, not only did we have four people publicly declare their placing their trust and faith in Jesus Christ as their life leader and forgiver of their sin... not only did they symbolically identify themselves with Jesus' death and resurrection by the action of being fully immersed and rising out of our portable hot tub (thanks San Clemente)... they also express ...

Your Responses to the Civil Forum

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT

I have already heard some great stories and responses to the Civil Forum. What have you heard?What have your conversations been like with family, friends, coworkers and neighbors? Positive, negative, indifferent? From believers and non-believers?Has this helped or not helped people clarify their position on who to vote for? Why?How did this affect their view of Pastor Rick, Saddleback, the Church in general if at all?It would be great to hear from you... I may even post your com ...

The Kind of Leadership America Needs

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT

It has been an amazing and busy week with all the media attention due to the Civil Forum with Barrack Obama and John McCain at Saddleback. Pastor Rick was also on Larry King Live, Nightline and a hot media topic for the last few days. This weekend, Pastor Rick will be sharing a message on The Kind of Leadership America Needs. This will be a timely message, especially for your friends or coworkers that may have seen the forum and been intrigued by Saddleback and Pastor Ri ...