HONOR YOUR FATHER & MOTHER

The 5th Commandment kicks off what's been called the Second Table of the Law. The first 4 commandments lay out what it means to love God with everything we've got. The remaining 6 teach us what it looks like to love our neighbor as ourselves. As we move into what God has to say about loving our neighbors, we consider the very first neighbors we ever have in life: our parents. Parents are God’s first and foremost representatives in our lives. Humanly speaking, we owe everything to them. They give us all we have. They teach us how to live in this world. They shape us like no one else can. Because of this, we should honor them for all their lives - and all our lives too. Not because they're perfect, but because our Father in heaven is perfect and he's attached his blessing honoring the God-appointed authorities in our lives.

LISTEN TO THE SERMON HERE

SATURDAY, JUNE 27 @ 4:00PM

For the fifth year in a row, we’re bringing an afternoon of food, fun, and community to the French Park neighborhood! We’re throwing a party to bless our neighbors, build relationships with them, and be a compelling witness to the joy that’s found in Jesus.

But to do this, we need your help! This is our biggest event of the year and we’ll need all hands on deck to make it happen. There are many ways you can contribute to the celebration: pre-party neighborhood outreach & promotion, event set-up & clean-up, serving food, facilitating games, bringing key supplies, and more! Sign up below and contact us here with any questions.

One important way everyone can pitch in is by sharing the digital flyer with your friends and praying that the Lord uses this event to draw our neighbors closer to himself.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE

THURSDAY & FRIDAY NIGHT

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 hours we spend together. They are intentional moments for us to stop what we’re doing, share what’s happening in our hearts, and rest in the finished work of Jesus. Don’t miss this opportunity to receive God’s grace through your brothers and sisters.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SMALL GROUPS, CLICK HERE

RIGHT AFTER CHURCH THIS SUNDAY

Every six months, we hold a brief members’ meeting right after our Sunday service. These meetings last about 45 minutes and are filled with information you don’t want to miss. We’ll look back on what God has done in the last 6 months and look forward to where we believe he’s taking us. Come eager to hear what the Lord is doing to spread the joy of Jesus in Santa Ana - and beyond!

IMMEDIATELY AFTER SERVICE. MEMBERS REQUIRED, GUESTS WELCOME

HUNTINGTON STATE BEACH AT 6PM

The Sunday, the Youth Group is having a bonfire to kick off summer break! This will be the last meeting before Youth Camp in July, and until Book Club starts back up on August 2nd.

Planning on sending your youth? RSVP with Truman or Kara.

JUNE 1 - JUNE 7

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

TUESDAY, JUNE 2

• Basketball in the Park

  • 6:30pm - El Camino Real Park

    • Reach out to Manny for more info

THURSDAY, JUNE 4

• French Park Run Club

  • 6:30am - French Park

• Small Groups

  • 6:30pm - Lee Home

  • 7:00pm - Roenicke Home

    • Learn about Small Groups here

FRIDAY, JUNE 5

• Small Groups

  • 7:00pm - Davis & Erkelens Homes

    • Learn about Small Groups here

SUNDAY, JUNE 7

• Sunday Gathering at the Ebell Club - Graduation Sunday & Members’ Meeting

  • 10:00am - Ebell Club: Ballroom

  • 12:00pm - Members’ Meeting

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR 2026 GRADUATES!

It’s graduation season! This Sunday, we’ll be recognizing our kids & teens who are promoting from elementary, junior high, and high school. We’ll take the time to honor our graduates, present them with a gift, and pray for the next generation of Cross of Grace Santa Ana.

Additionally, this Sunday, the following groups will move up to the next level of Sunday morning Children’s Ministry Classes. Here’s how it’ll work:

• Incoming TK students —> Lower Elementary

• Incoming 2nd Graders —> Upper Elementary

• Incoming 7th Graders —> Remaining in the Sunday Service & joining Youth Group

HONOR THE SABBATH

The 4th Commandment could be the best "no" God has ever given. But…it just might be the hardest one for us to say "yes" to. The command that 1 day in every 7 “you shall not do any work,” but keep a day of holy rest. It’s meant to be a blessing, but it can seem like a burden. Like something that frustrates our freedom. Like something highly impractical in a world that never seems to stop. We might even think that something about what Jesus has done lessens the need or removes the obligation to keep to this 1 in 7 pattern of work and rest. But, the Bible teaches us that Jesus does not do away with the Sabbath, but deepens our experience of it. Because of what he's done, we should Sabbath even harder. We should eagerly, intentionally, and joyfully spend each Sunday resting our bodies and souls in God.

LISTEN TO THE SERMON HERE

ALL LADIES, HIGH-SCHOOL AGED AND OLDER ARE INVITED

Each month, the ladies of CGSA gather for a time of discussion, encouragement, and prayer. All to promote the growth of women in Christ as women in Christ.

Tonight, they’re continuing their discussion on the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Taking cues from chapters 7-11 of Carry the Fire, and seeking not only to grow in understanding but deepen their communion with the Third Person of the Trinity. Reading is encouraged but not required. So even if you aren’t able to read, please still join in!

JOIN IN TONIGHT AT 7PM AT THE Schlieder HOME

FridaY, 5/29 @7PM

All young adults are welcome for a time of building friendships, receiving God’s good gifts, and welcoming non-Christian friends to come and see the joy we have in Jesus. Bring a friend for pizza and a bonfire this Friday night.

JOIN IN AT THE LOPEZ HOME