MALACHI’S TESTIMONY

From July 10th - 13th, 12 students and 4 leaders from CGSA joined our sister churches in the West for the 2026 Youth Camp! They gathered together in the mountains of AZ for a time of worship, teaching, games, and lip-sync battles, all to the glory of God!

THANK YOU FOR PRAYING!

God met them in big ways! This past Sunday, we heard about Malachi’s experience at camp. Read his testimony below and be encouraged that God is at work among the next generation.

Before I went to camp I was worried about my future, super self focused, and trying to navigate relationships (mainly a relationship) from this past year. And I kept praying to God to give me peace, in the midst of all the madness in my head, but i still was worrying and facing the battle of not letting go. So I definitely had a vulnerable heart going into camp. And spending the time at camp really helped take my eyes off of the stresses and worries by just looking at God’s creation and fellowshipping.

One of my favorite moments from camp was the worship. God was showing me through worship that he loves me and that I don’t need to worry about anything. And I think a turning point for me was a sermon that was spoken on Hebrews 12. Which was talking about running the race which God has set for you. And the pastor pointed out that, "God has set a race for you, and you keep resisting because you’re not willing to let go of the past." And for me that was the relationships or even the worries about where I’m gonna end up 10 years from now. And so one note I wrote down was, “Stop clinging to what is keeping you from running to Jesus.” On my notes I wrote a list of things, people, and ideas that are hindering me from following God’s path for me and prayed for him to give me the strength to let these things go.

Coming back from camp, God ultimately showed me I don’t need to worry about anything, all I need to do is pursue Jesus in his word and find joy being in his presence.

Praise the Lord!

EXODUS 20:22-23:19

What do we do with all the rules we find in Exodus 20:22-23:19? A section known as the Book of the Covenant filled with words about altars, bondservants, 3,500 year old criminal codes, unruly oxen, our neighbor’s farm animals, and ancient festivals. Do we hang onto the 10 Commandments and skip over what comes next? Do we assume it doesn’t apply to us and move onto the stuff that seems less removed by time, culture, or differing places in the redemptive storyline? What do we when we come to weird, obscure, or challenging parts of our Bibles (especially the Old Testament laws)? We believe that even if there’s a sense in which these words aren’t directly spoken to us, they are absolutely spoken for us. You should receive all God’s words as words for you.

On Sunday, we took up 3 different laws in the Book of the Covenant and did just that. Considering rules regarding slavery, equity, and sexual intimacy and asking the following questions: 1) What does this law say to do? In that time back then. 2) What does this law say about God? For all time. 3) What does this law say for us? In our time, context, and place in the story on the other side of the cross and enthronement of Jesus Christ.

LISTEN TO THE SERMON HERE

THIS SUNDAY AFTER CHURCH

If you’ve been visiting Cross of Grace for any length of time and want to learn more about who we are, what we’re like, or what we believe as a church, this class is for you! Starting Point is a two-hour class designed to help you to get to know us, ask any questions you have, and take the next step in believing in Jesus and becoming part of the Cross of Grace family.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

JULY 19 @12:30PM AT THE SCHLIEDER HOME

LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED

JULY 13 - JULY 19

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

TUESDAY, JULY 14

• Basketball in the Park

  • 6:30pm - El Camino Real Park

    • Reach out to Manny for more info

THURSDAY, JULY 16

• French Park Run Club

  • 6:30am - French Park

SUNDAY, JULY 19

• Sunday Gathering at the Ebell Club

  • 10:00am - Sermon: The Book of the Covenant - Exodus 20:22-23:19

• Starting Point

  • 12:30pm - Schlieder Home

    • Learn more and sign up for Starting Point Here

NO COVETING

God could have simply said, "No stealing," but he didn't stop there. Not only should we not take what others have, we shouldn't want it either. We shouldn't sinfully desire something that belongs to someone else. But instead, God must reign over our desires. So that we learn to be content with whatever he has given us. And, more than anything else, so that we never take for granted that we have the Lord Jesus Christ. The One who gave himself to satisfy the demands of God's Law and satisfy the deepest desires of our souls. He alone can give a people always wanting more something that is finally enough.

LISTEN TO THE SERMON HERE

JULY 10-13, 2026. PRESCOTT, ARIZONA.

Starting tomorrow through July 13th, students from churches all across the West Region of Sovereign Grace will gather together for a time of worship, teaching, games, and lip-sync battles, all to the glory of God! It’ll no doubt be filled with fun and fellowship, but also with some real heart-work and spiritual growth as God meets with our youth.

This year we’re sending 12 youth and 4 adult leaders. Would you join us in praying for them as they go. Ask the Lord:

• To build enduring friendships amongst students

• To bring youth to saving faith or strengthen their walks with Christ

• To meet them in specific ways that demonstrate the Lord’s personal care for them

• To use the speakers, teachers, and adult leaders to minister powerfully to the next generation of our family of churches

• To plant desires for pastoral ministry, missions, and service to the church in their hearts

• To impress upon our young people that there’s nothing better than living for Jesus

WATCH LAST YEAR’S RECAP VIDEO HERE

JULY 26TH @ 1PM

On July 26th, we’re sending the Lopez family off to the Sovereign Grace Pastor’s College. We’ll hear the gospel preached by Robert and then commission these dear friends for a year of training, growing, and living life in Louisville, Kentucky.

After a special service in the morning, we’ll gather in the Madrigal Backyard and send them off in style! We’ll dig into a BBQ feast to give them a head-start on all the country living that awaits them.

Here are the details:

• Date: Sunday, 7/26/26

• Time: 1pm (early arrivals ok)

• Location: Madrigal Backyard in Santa Ana

• What to bring: Sign up here for ways to contribute to the BBQ feast.

Make it a point to be there as we honor these dear friends and celebrate that God is raising up more pastors among us.

JULY 6 - JULY 12

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

TUESDAY, JULY 7

• Basketball in the Park

  • 6:30pm - El Camino Real Park

    • Reach out to Manny for more info

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8

• Men’s BBQ

  • 6:30pm - Lee Home

    • Reach out to Daniel for more info

THURSDAY, JULY 9

• French Park Run Club

  • 6:30am - French Park

FRIDAY, JULY 10 - MONDAY, JULY 13

• Youth Camp

  • Pray for our students & leaders as they go!

SUNDAY, JULY 12

• Sunday Gathering at the Ebell Club

  • 10:00am - Sermon: Exodus 20:17 - The 10th Commandment

7/8 AT 6:30 PM

In lieu of Men’s Meeting this July, the men of CGSA will be gathering together for their annual summer BBQ! They’ll be sharing in the good gifts of friendship and food to the glory of God’s name. This is a great event to invite your friends, regardless of what they believe or where they’re at with church.

SEE YOU AT THE LEE HOUSE

CONTACT US HERE FOR LOCATION DETAILS

THANK YOU FOR PRAYING

Three weeks ago, Jennifer Williams & Rosie Lopez participated in Scarlet Hope’s LA outreach during the World Cup. This Sunday, we got to hear about what happened as they went.

God met their outreach team in big ways as they engaged in a week of worship, prayer, and online as well as on-the-street conversations with women caught up in the adult entertainment industry. They shared stories of lives being changed. One woman who was rescued from physical danger and another who took the first step toward spiritual freedom.

Time didn’t permit them to share about every encounter. But the good news is we can keep the conversation going with them and start up some others of our own. That’s because Scarlet Hope conducts events year-round, with the next big opportunity coming up around the Super Bowl. Because we can partner in prayer for the in-person outreach in the clubs taking place every Thursday. And because, we can engage in digital outreach and connect hurting Santa Ana neighbors to the freedom and healing of Christ. If you’re interested in learning more about Scarlet Hope or how you can minister to women in need of hope in OC, contact Jennifer below.

CONTACT JENNIFER TO GET INVOLVED