The Slice of Life Blog

'The Fitting Room' New Women's Summer Study

Tue, 22 May 2012 15:11:00 GMT

Join us on Tuesday, June 26 for week one of our new women's summer study: The Fitting Room - Putting on the Character of Christ. Colossians 3:12 tells us to "clothe" ourselves in forgiveness, joy, patience, and compassion. But how does that work in real life? This down-to-earth book study offers insightful, real-life stories and simple explanations of how to walk out your faith, all with a touch of humor. No gimmicks, no guilt trips, just an open invitation for you to put on a life that is personally tailored by the One who knows and loves you best.

This five week study takes place on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Refinery. Click here to register.

Summer at Saddleback

Tue, 22 May 2012 14:47:00 GMT

Hey Saddleback, summer is almost here! And this summer, we have exciting some exciting events taking place for you and your family.

Not only that, but these are great opportunities for you to invite someone in your life to Saddleback Church. Invite a friend to the Memorial Day BBQ & Picnic, bring a co-worker to a fitness class, ask a family member to join you for our new relationship series. Everyone's invited!Visit our Summer at Saddleback page and get the scoop on everything going on this summer.

Career Coaching Mixer

Mon, 21 May 2012 17:00:00 GMT

Are you an employer with a job to fill? Are you seeking employment? Don't miss our monthly networking mixer on Monday, June 4, at 7:00 p.m. in the Worship Center. Also, the Career Coaching Ministry is available every Monday night at 7:00 p.m. in Tent 3 on the Lake Forest campus to help those in job transition. Bring your r�sum� and business cards. Contact Gina at ginaf@saddleback.com to learn more.

Memorial Day Picnic and BBQ

Mon, 21 May 2012 17:00:00 GMT

Memorial Day is all about grilling, chilling, and having fun. Join us on�Memorial Day, Monday 28, for a picnic at Solana Park in Rancho Santa Margarita. This picnic and BBQ is hosted by the Fuel venue�and is open to all. We'll have games for adults and kids, face painting, kickball, and more. Bring your friends, something to grill, a beach chair, your sunblock and have fun with the Fuel community. The park has open grills, covered tables, and plenty of grass for hanging out and games. Visit the Events page�(KEYWORD: PICNIC) for info and directions.

'Sector 5' Kids Summer Event

Mon, 21 May 2012 17:00:00 GMT

Come to a place of discovery, exploration and excitement; a place we call Sector 5. Sector 5 is a week-long experience with action-packed games, a gripping theater production, live special effects, and a thrilling story. At Sector 5, kids engage in interactive elements as they learn about faith, self-worth, purpose, hope and security.

Sector 5 is for children entering grades 1 through 6 in the fall, and takes place at Saddleback's Lake Forest campus on July 30 to August 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration is $65 per child and begins on May 19.

To register online, visit the SK Summer page.�To register in person, come to the Children's Information area in front of the Children's Ministry Center during weekend services or the Saddleback Church office at 1 Saddleback Parkway, Lake Forest, CA 92630 during normal business hours.

Additional information is available by calling the Children's Ministry office at (949) 609-8651 or visiting our SK website.

Sector 5 Isn't Just for Kids!
SECTOR 5 needs volunteers to help make this an incredible experience for the kids who come to our campus. There are a variety of opportunities to serve. To sign up to serve as a volunteer, contact Elaine at elainer@saddleback.com or (949) 609-8646.

Anti-Bullying Seminar to Focus on Playground Justice

Thu, 17 May 2012 05:05:00 GMT

Bullying is now the number one�concern of parents and students - surpassing sex, drugs and gang activity. One study of 43,000 students revealed that bullying may be at its worst�in private Christian schools among high school-aged boys.

Saddleback's Men's Ministry and Justice & Trafficking Initiative are partnering with The Protectors, a unique and effective freedom-from-bullying movement which is currently used by numerous secular and faith-based organizations across the world. Paul Coughlin is the Founder of The Protectors, and Author of Raising Bully Proof Kids.

Join us for this special FREE seminar as we spread this powerful expression of love, mercy and justice throughout our community. Pastor Kenny Luck (Men's Ministry) will emcee the event. Parents, grandparents, public and private school teachers, coaches, counselors, PTA, PTO, MOPS, youth ministers, summer camp leaders, AWANA, Boy Scout, Girl Scout and other youth organizations are especially welcome.

Join us on Saturday, May 19 in Tent 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

If you can't make it to the event in person, join us for the live webcase here.

Honoring Our Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day

Thu, 17 May 2012 04:10:00 GMT

Next Sunday, May 27, is Memorial Day. On that day, we pause to remember the men and women who have lost their lives in service to our country. If you or someone you know have experienced the loss of a loved one to military service, we would like to honor you next week. If you'd like to share your story with Saddleback, contact our Writing Ministry at sarahc@saddleback.com with your contact information and we'll follow up with you.

Looking for a Job? We Can Help!

Thu, 17 May 2012 04:09:00 GMT

If you're in career transition, you won't want to miss this informative workshop that will help you avoid job search pitfalls. Most job seekers lack strategy and a plan for finding a fulfilling career, but speaker Tim Tyrell-Smith will show you how to develop both. Join us on Monday, May 21 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Tent 3. Contact Kathleen at kathleenj@saddleback.com for more information.

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Are You Ready To Make a Lasting Impact?

Thu, 17 May 2012 04:05:00 GMT

Looking for a way to make a difference in your community? Through the Good Neighbor projects, Saddleback Church is adopting neighborhoods in our local areas and showing Christ's love through soccer camps, neighborhood clean ups, block parties, and more.
This is a great way to volunteer, meet new people, and make a lasting impact in the lives of the people who live near us. If you're interested in serving, visit the Good Neighbor page. You'll be able to select a city - Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, San Clemente, or Compton, and a project date.

Vision Weekend at Saddleback

Thu, 17 May 2012 04:03:00 GMT

Don't miss this weekend's service as Pastor Rick talks about the vision for Saddleback Church this summer. He'll fill you in on what the church is doing in the 12 cities, the new weekend series that will change how you look at the relationships in your life, and how you can be a part of reaching your community with the love of Christ this summer.
Join us at a campus near you or online.

Summer Special - Financial Peace University

Thu, 10 May 2012 07:22:00 GMT

We're offering a special summer version of Financial Peace University, at a reduced price! Join us on campus for this video-based class taught by Dave Ramsey. Through this 10-week class, you'll be challenged and motivated to change the way you think about money. The class begins Wednesday, June 13, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Tent 3. Learn how you can beat debt, build wealth, and give like never before. Cost: $59 per family (cash or check only) **Regular price is $100 per family.

Click here to register, or call�Dee Dee at (949) 609-8101 for more information.

Upcoming Marriage & Parenting Workshops

Thu, 10 May 2012 07:15:00 GMT

Saddleback Church cares for you and your family. We have many great workshops and classes for couples and parents. Find the one that fits you best and register today!

Marriage:

Keeping The Marriage Alive Workshops
Would you like to have a new and enriched marriage? Join us for this fun, four week marriage workshop where you will learn new tools that will help you have a marriage that will last a lifetime. The workshop starts on Monday, May 14 at 6:45 p.m. in Tent 2. The cost is $20.00 a couple or $10.00 a person. Contact Sue at (949) 609-8389 or sueb@saddleback.com for more information.

Married Life Essentials: Partnership
If he would only change, things would be better. Why can't she see things from my perspective? Why can't we seem to get on the same page together? We seem to work against each other instead of with each other..

God has created each of us differently. We see this most clearly when it comes to men and women. We are different by design. As a couple, you can learn to appreciate your differences, know how to respond in effective ways, and use them to form a partnership and teamwork.

This event is one of five stand alone events designed to give you a picture of what a healthy relationship looks like. So whether you're thinking about marriage, engaged to be married, or have been married for years, join us for MarriedLife Essentials: Partnership on June 13, 2012 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Tent 2. Click here for more info and to register.

Parenting:

Women's Stepfamily Connection: Shining from the Inside Out
Join Debbie Eaton on Saturday, May 19 as she encourages moms and stepmoms to be the light to those around them despite the busyness and challenges of life in a stepfamily. Discover how God wants you to "lighten up" by loosening up. This meeting takes place on Saturday, May 19 from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., in the Plaza Room. Click here for more information and to register.

Parenting Workshop: Discipline (Reinforcing the Plan)
Join us for our next Parenting workshop on Saturday, May 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Tent 2. We want to help you apply God's plan to the real, hectic, and sometimes difficult world of raising your family. That's why we've put together a series of workshops designed to improve your relationship with your children.

Get Biblical tools for disciplining children of all ages at the next parenting workshop presented by our own church counselors, Brad and Shelley McCroskey. To register contact Allen at (949) 609.8384 or parentingworkshop@saddleback.com.

C.L.A.S.S. Sunday on May 20

Thu, 10 May 2012 07:11:00 GMT

Next Sunday is your chance to take your first, or next, spiritual step. Our Christian Life And Service Seminars were created to help you begin your spiritual journey, to grow in maturity, and learn how to serve your community and the world.
Class 101 is a basic introduction to Saddleback Church. You'll learn about how the church was started, what our core values and beliefs are, and you'll have a chance to get baptized after the class.
Class 201 teaches you the four spiritual habits that every Christian needs. Learn why reading the Bible, spending daily time with God, tithing, and fellowship are so important to your growth as a believer.
Class 301 helps you understand how you were S.H.A.P.E.d (your S.H.A.P.E. is your Spiritual gifts, Heart, Abilities, Passion, and Experience and is how God designed you to minister to others). Through understanding who God created you to be, you'll find out how you can minister to others in a way that allows you to fully experience all that God has for you in your Christian walk.
Class 401 is where you'll discover your life's mission. You were created for a purpose, and in this class, you'll learn about different opportunities available to you through the PEACE Plan and how you can live on mission every day of your life.

To learn more or to register, visit the Events page (KEYWORD: CLASS).�

It's Time to Celebrate Mom!

Thu, 10 May 2012 07:10:00 GMT

This Sunday, we celebrate all the moms out there. Single moms, stepmoms, grandmoms, and adoptive moms - this is your day! Join us for our weekend services at the Lake Forest campus and enjoy a special gift - our PICS photographers will be on hand to take beautiful family portraits!

And don't forget, Saddleback Church's Women's Ministry is here to give you support, encouragement, and refreshment. Take advantage of our small groups, on campus studies, workshops, children's programs and classes, and more. Visit the Women's Ministry page to learn more.

OC Social Media Summit

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:30:00 GMT

You're invited to the first ever OC Social Media Summit! On Friday, May 18, learn how to brand yourself and your business through social media. The FREE Summit is open to members and leaders in the areas of business, non-profit, marketing, and more. Enjoy speakers and�panelists who are experts in growing a brand and creating a following through social media. Experience�Q&A sessions where you can ask the experts about�blogging, Pinterest, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook.

Visit the event page to register, or email haleyv@saddleback.com for more information.

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PEACE Center Art Opening This Saturday

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:25:00 GMT

The Art Ministry has been at work filling every room of the PEACE Center with original works of art, and you're invited to the grand opening of the art exhibits! The purpose of the art in the PEACE Center is to create a welcoming environment for those who come to take advantage of the Center's services. Join us this�Saturday, May 5, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. You'll be able to view the artwork and interact with PEACE Center staff and volunteers. Come and see how art enables us to put love into action!

If you'd like more information about the Visual Arts Ministry, click here.
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Rwanda Rocks - A Time of Celebration and Inspiration

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:24:00 GMT

Want to hear about the great things God's doing in Rwanda? Come to Rwanda Rocks, a time of celebration and inspiration. Join us Sunday, May 6 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. on the Lake Forest campus in Tent 3 and enjoy live music from Travis Ryan, food, and three of the most influential Christian leaders in Rwanda - Eric and Bonita Munyemana and Apostle Paul Gitwaza. They'll talk about their experiences and opportunities to get involved.

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Mother's Day at Saddleback

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:22:00 GMT

Sunday, May 13 is Mother's Day! Come to Saddleback Church and enjoy a special message, great music. Our volunteer photography ministry, PICS, will be on hand to take photos of your family. After you have your family portrait taken, treat mom to a delicious meal from the�Refinery Deli or Grillhouse.�

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Bear Grylls Live at Saddleback This Saturday

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:21:00 GMT

�A WILD DAY WITH
BEAR GRYLLS
LIVE ON STAGE
The stories, the danger ...the man

Get up close and personal with the star of TV's Man vs. Wild
Saturday, May 5
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Lake Forest Worship Center
FREE

Bear Grylls, the star of TV's Man vs. Wild, is coming to Saddleback Church. Bear will take to the stage to share his epic stories of adventure and survival in some of the world's toughest environments. Be inspired as Bear relives some of the great escapes and sticky situations of his life as a soldier, mountaineer, and serial adventurer. Grab your friends, and co-workers and join us at Bear's only North American appearance this year.

1 Saddleback Parkway
Lake Forest, CA 92630
saddleback.com

Can't make it to the campus? Watch the live webcast here.

PEACE Center Art Opening

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:28:00 GMT

The Art Ministry has been at work filling every room of the PEACE Center with original works of art, and you're invited to the grand opening of the art exhibits! Join us on Saturday, May 5 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. You'll be able to view the artwork and interact with PEACE Center staff and volunteers. Come and see how art enables us to put love into action!

For more information about the Visual Arts Ministry, click here.

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