CONVERSATIONS ABOUT THE BIG QUESTIONS OF LIFE

“Am I a good person?” “Why does God allow suffering?” “Is Jesus really the only way?” We’ll discuss all this and more during the Bridge Course.

What’s Bridge?

The Bridge Course is a 6-week opportunity to explore the Christian faith in a fun and relaxed way. 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 you can ask any questions you have or sit back and listen. It’s a safe space to share your perspective - whatever it is. There is no pressure and no one will force you to believe anything.

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: 2nd & 4th Mondays from September 11, 2023 - November 27, 2023

• Time: 7pm-9pm

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

REGISTER FOR THE CLASS HERE

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE

SEE YOU AT PORTOLA PARK AT 3PM

This Sunday, we’ll be hosting our annual “Festival of Nations” Celebration. This year we are excited to announce that we are combining this celebration with our anniversary party, so as to free up our fall calendar. The event coincides with Fiestas Patrias and Dia De La Independencia, we’ll celebrate what God has built in our church through the gospel - the gathering of people from all different nationalities and heritages into one new family in Christ.

HOW CAN YOU PREPARE?

1. Bring a dish (entree, dessert or side) representing your national heritage. Bring your best effort. The results will be judged and the “Best In The World” award will be given to the individual whose dish impressed the most. Multiple dishes per family are ok!

2. This year we’re changing the location to Portola Park in Santa Ana. Join us at 3pm on Sunday, September 10th at Portola Park. Parking is available at the North and South ends of the park.

3. Come dressed and ready to play a friendly game of kickball

4. Bring a picnic blanket or chairs for your family

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT THE BIG QUESTIONS OF LIFE

The Bridge Course is a 6-week opportunity to explore the Christian faith in a fun and relaxed way. 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 you can ask any questions you have or sit back and listen. It’s a safe space to share your perspective - whatever it is. There is no pressure and no one will force you to believe anything.

Who is it for?

• Anyone seeking answers

• Anyone with doubts about Christianity

• Anyone wanting to investigate the Christian Faith

• New Christians

• Newcomers to the church

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

When and where does it take place?

• Dates: 2nd & 4th Mondays from September 11, 2023 - November 27, 2023

• Time: 7pm-9pm

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

REGISTER FOR THE CLASS HERE

EVERY FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH WITH ROTATING SMALL GROUPS

Prayer is central to our mission and, in 2023, our small groups have been taking to French Park on the the first Friday of the month to pray for the good of our neighborhood. Asking Jesus to save Santa Anans, meet our neighbors according to his grace, and open doors for sharing his gospel and spreading his joy.

THE Houlton SMALL GROUP WILL BE MEETING AT FRENCH PARK AT 6PM

A CLASS BY OUR CHURCH FOR OUR NEIGHBORS

This year, our church’s Fall Class is primarily focused on those who aren’t yet a part of our church. Our goal is to create a context where we can invite our neighbors who are skeptical, seeking, or are brand new to the Christian faith to come and have honest conversations about the most important questions in life. To accomplish this, we’re offering The Bridge Course.

WHAT’S BRIDGE?

The Bridge Course is a 6-week opportunity to explore the Christian faith in a fun and relaxed way. 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 ask questions or sit back and listen. There is no pressure and no one will be forced to believe anything.

Who is it for?

• Anyone seeking answers

• Anyone with doubts about Christianity

• Anyone wanting to investigate the Christian Faith

• New Christians

• Newcomers to the church

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

When and where does it take place?

• Dates: 2nd & 4th Mondays from September 11, 2023 - November 27, 2023

• Time: 7pm-9pm

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

How can I participate?

• Take the class yourself

• 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

OUR ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF NATIONS IS COMING

On Sunday, September 10th, we’ll be hosting our annual “Festival of Nations” Celebration. This year we are excited to announce that we are combining this celebration with our anniversary party, so as to free up our fall calendar. The event coincides with Fiestas Patrias and Dia De La Independencia, we’ll celebrate what God has built in our church through the gospel - the gathering of people from all different nationalities and heritages into one new family in Christ.

HOW CAN YOU PREPARE?

1. Bring a dish (entree, dessert or side) representing your national heritage. Bring your best effort. The results will be judged and the “Best In The World” award will be given to the individual whose dish impressed the most. Multiple dishes per family are ok!

2. This year we’re changing the location to Portola Park in Santa Ana. Join us at 3pm on Sunday, September 10th at Portola Park.

3. Come dressed and ready to play a friendly game of kickball

4. Bring a picnic blanket or chairs for your family

Please RSVP and let us know you are coming to office@crossofgracesa.org

LET’S CELEBRATE THE UNITY CHRIST HAS ACHIEVED IN OUR DIVERSITY

On Sunday, September 10th, we’ll be hosting our annual “Festival of Nations” Celebration. This year we are excited to announce that we are combining this celebration with our anniversary celebration, so as to free up our fall calendar. The event coincides with Fiestas Patrias and Dia De La Independencia, we’ll celebrate what God has built in our church through the Gospel - the gathering of people from all different nationalities and heritages into one new family in Christ.

HOW CAN YOU PREPARE?

1. Bring a dish (entree, dessert or side) representing your national heritage. Bring your best effort. The results will be judged and the “Best In The World” award will be given to the individual whose dish impressed the most. Multiple dishes per family are ok!

2. This year we’re changing the location to Portola Park in Santa Ana. Join us at 3pm on Sunday, September 10th at Portola Park.

3. Come dressed and ready to play a friendly game of kickball

4. Bring a picnic blanket or chairs for your family

Please RSVP and let us know you are coming to office@crossofgracesa.org

JOIN US FOR THE FINAL SUMMER WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

As summer is drawing to an end, we invite you to join us for our final TWO summer activities this week. It has been a joy gathering with one another for weekly park days, movie nights and beach days, and spreading the joy of Jesus to to our neighbors. Please see the final 2 activities below:

• Park Day at Jack Fisher Park in Santa Ana. This Wednesday @ 10am

• Beach Day at North Star Beach in Newport Beach. This Friday @ 10am

For any questions, please reach out to our Church Administrator at office@crossofgracesa.org.

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR STARTING POINT - A TWO HOUR CLASS FOR GUESTS

If you’ve been visiting for any length of time and would like to learn more about what we believe as a church and how those beliefs take shape in the life of the church, this class is for you. The aim is to help you discern whether or not this is the church family the Lord is calling you to. If we discover together that this isn’t the church for you, we want to help you find another church. If by the end of the class you believe this is where the Lord is leading you, then we’d love to take steps toward welcoming you as a member and assisting you to plug into the life of the church.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

AUGUST 13 IMMEDIATELY AFTER CHURCH AT THE HOULTON HOME

LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR STARTING POINT - A TWO HOUR CLASS FOR GUESTS

If you’ve been visiting for any length of time and would like to learn more about what we believe as a church and how those beliefs take shape in the life of the church, this class is for you. The aim is to help you discern whether or not this is the church family the Lord is calling you to. If we discover together that this isn’t the church for you, we want to help you find another church. If by the end of the class you believe this is where the Lord is leading you, then we’d love to take steps toward welcoming you as a member and assisting you to plug into the life of the church.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

AUGUST 6 IMMEDIATELY AFTER CHURCH AT THE SCHLIEDER HOME

LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED