AUGUST 17 -AUGUST 23

Here’s a snapshot of what’s going on this week:

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18

• Basketball in the Park

  • 6:30pm - El Camino Real Park

    • Reach out to Manny for more info

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20

• French Park Run Club

  • 6:30am - French Park

• Small Groups

  • 6:30pm - Lee home

  • 7:00pm - Roenicke home

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21

• Small Groups

  • 7:00pm - Davis & Erkelens homes

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23

• Sunday Gathering at the Ebell Club

  • 10:00am - Ebell Ballroom

    • New Member Welcome!

    • Sermon - Covenant Broken: The Golden Calf - Exodus 32:1-35

• Baptism Ceremony

  • 12:30pm - Lee home

    • Learn more about baptism here

THE TABERNACLE AS A NEW KIND OF EDEN

On Sunday, we studied the instruction manual for building God’s house in Ex 25-31. As we did, we learned that the structure of the house itself as well as the things within it say a lot about the kind of life inside. And one of the most important things the tabernacle design is meant to do is make us think of Eden.

Check out the article below to take a tour through God’s house back then. Meditate on the ways these instructions are fulfilled in God’s design to dwell with us in Christ here and now. Anticipate that day when we’ll dwell with God forevermore.

READ ABOUT IT HERE

EXODUS 25-31

We've heard the phrase, "There's no place like home." And whatever our experience of "home" has been like, we get what it means. There's nothing like being where you're supposed to be. There's no place like home, but, in this life, there's really no such place as "home." On this side of man's fall into sin, we never really come all the way home. And, even when we're at home, we realize there's something more we're looking for. Another world. Another place. A life in which everything really is the way it's meant to be. In the story of the Bible, the construction of the tabernacle is a step in the direction of this capital "H" Home.

LISTEN TO THE SERMON HERE

EVERY 2ND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

Tonight, the men of Cross of Grace will gather together to sit under the word, bear their brother’s burdens, and call out to the Lord in prayer. They’ll talk about the kind of commitment God makes to us and the way it spurs us on in steadfast sacrificial love as men. All guys 15 years and older are welcome to join in at the Robles’ home at 7pm.

REACH OUT HERE FOR THE ADDRESS

THIS SUNDAY AT 6:30PM

Youth ministry is back after the summer break and a new semester of games, fellowship, and reading is underway. The next title is Ten Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin. A book designed to get young people wrestling with tough topics like moral relativism, the problem of suffering and evil, and the biblical ethics of gender and sexuality. Engaging with questions like “can Jesus be true for you and not for me?”, “does God care when I hurt?”, and “can we be good without God?”

No reading is required before this week’s meeting. But youth are encouraged to check out the book and come ready with questions they have on all the topics inside.

See you at Hopper & Burr!

FIND MORE INFO ON CGSA YOUTH MINISTRY HERE

A NEW RESOURCE TO REACH THE LOST

Our family of churches has recently launched a new podcast series all about equipping the ordinary Christian to participate in the extraordinary mission of God. Pastor Jim Donohue from Covenant Fellowship, our sister church in Pennsylvania, offers us encouragement, strategies, and resources for bringing the good news of Jesus Christ into a broken world. Listen to the first episode here and subscribe to stay up to date with latest releases.

AUGUST 10 -AUGUST 16

Here’s a snapshot of what’s going on this week:

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11

• Basketball in the Park

  • 6:30pm - El Camino Real Park

    • Reach out to Manny for more info

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13

• French Park Run Club

  • 6:30am - French Park

• Men’s Meeting

  • 7:00pm - Robles Home

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9

• Sunday Gathering at the Ebell Club

  • 10:00am - Sermon: Building Instructions - Exodus 25-31

• Youth Ministry

  • 6:30pm - Hopper & Burr in DTSA

    • Learn more about Youth Ministry here

A CLASS BY OUR CHURCH FOR OUR NEIGHBORS

Each fall, we host The Bridge Course. 10 weeks of wrestling through life's biggest questions, having honest conversations, and exploring the Christian faith. Each week begins with a meal followed by a talk that addresses common questions about life and God. Afterward there is a small-group conversation where participants can share what they believe, ask any questions they have, or just sit back and listen. No one will be called upon, pressured to talk, or forced to believe anything. Click here to learn more about how it works.

Why Bridge?

Because the course creates a context for us to befriend our neighbors, show them the joy we have in Jesus, and invite them to receive it for themselves. How great is that! Our goal is that each of us would invite at least one neighbor, family member, co-worker, or friend who is not yet a Christian, not sure what they believe, or is new to the faith and looking to learn more to join in. Who will you bring to Bridge? Start thinking and praying of who this will be and send them the registration link below.

HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Who is it for?

• Anyone seeking answers

• Anyone who isn’t sure what they believe

• Anyone who is spiritual but not religious

• Anyone with doubts about Christianity or wanting to investigate the Christian Faith

• New Christians or newcomers to the church

• Anyone who wants to “brush up” on the basics

When and where does it take place?

• Dates: Mondays from September 14, 2026 - November 16, 2026

• Time: 7pm-9pm

• Location: Hopper & Burr, 202 W 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701

How can I participate?

• Take the class yourself. Have your questions answered, and be strengthened in your faith.

• Invite someone to Bridge (and attend the course with them).

• Volunteer to serve with the class.

REGISTER FOR THE CLASS HERE

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE

EXODUS 24:1-18

In Exodus 24 the action of the story resumes. God has been speaking and revealing who he is and what life with him will be like for the past 4 chapters. But now it’s time for Israel to respond. To seal the deal on their special relationship with God. To make it official. This is done through a solemn ceremony that most resembles a wedding. It’s got an altar, vows, and a special symbol which represents the union. And it shows us that the kind of relationship God wants with us calls for the kind of devotion and commitment we find in marriage. A formal, serious, and all-in relationship. And while it’s true that we can be afraid of commitment, God is not. Because the same God who calls for all of us gives us all of him. Through the story of Exodus and gospel of Jesus, we’re invited us to draw near to the God who will never be done with us. To be happily wedded to the Savior who will never withdraw his love.

LISTEN TO THE SERMON HERE

EVERY 1ST & 3RD THURSDAY AND FRIDAY

Small Groups are back after summer break! This week, 4 groups will meet throughout our city to share in the joy of Jesus and apply his gospel to each other’s lives. Outside of Sunday mornings, small groups are the most important moments in the life of our church. Come to one this week ready to catch up with friends, worship the Savior, and spend sweet time together.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SMALL GROUPS, CLICK HERE