Groups are one of the best ways to build relationships, grow in faith, and find a deeper sense of community at La Jolla Pres. Whether you currently lead a Growth Group, Bible study, fellowship group, care or support group, or you’re interested in starting something new, we’d love to hear from you. Complete the Lead a Group form here, and a member of our staff will follow up with you.

We’ll be celebrating beach baptisms on Sunday, September 6. If you’ve been considering baptism and are ready to make a public declaration of your faith, this is a beautiful opportunity to take that step on the shores of La Jolla. Gather at the fountain on Draper at 11:30am and we'll walk down together. 

To register or learn more, contact Michelle Whitney at michellew@ljpres.org.

Bunco Night is back! Women of La Jolla Pres are invited to a fun summer social at the home of Victoria McFarland. Come enjoy an evening of Bunco, conversation, charcuterie, salads, and sweets with women from our church and community.

No experience is needed, and all women are welcome, so invite a friend and join the fun. The cost is $10, and you can find the details and register at LJPres.events.

Good Company invites you to celebrate America’s 250th birthday at its annual party at the McCoy residence. Come dressed for the occasion and enjoy appetizers, dinner, dessert, wine and beer, along with music and dancing.

Tickets are $45 per person and are available at LJPres.events. Tickets will also be sold in the courtyard following the 9:00am service beginning Sunday, August 30.

Thank you, La Jolla Pres family, for your outstanding response to UPLIFT’s backpack and school supply drive. Because of your generosity, students were able to choose backpacks they were excited to carry into the new school year. UPLIFT will distribute 72 backpacks and keep additional supplies available as new students join the program.

UPLIFT is also looking for more volunteer tutors. To learn how you can encourage and support a student, visit the UPLIFT website.

Casa de Los Angeles, one of our mission partners in Mexico, is collecting backpacks for children in the Lomas Altas community near Rosarito. For many of these families, a backpack is more than a school supply. It helps a child begin the year feeling prepared, included, and encouraged.

White collection barrels will remain in the church office and Life Center. Thank you for helping remind these children that they are seen, loved, and supported by their friends at La Jolla Pres. If you have questions, please talk with or email Jim Sedgwick.

Ready for a week of meaningful work and community connection? Join us for our mission trip to Gleanings for the Hungry, happening October 4th-9th. Cost is only $10. Carpool to Dinuba, Ca. Meals and room w/AC provided. It's a great chance to help prepare and pack foods like dried soup mixes that'll be sent worldwide to fight hunger. 2.6million lbs of food was shipped to 22 countries. Nancy Kennedy is leading this year's trip. You may email Michelle at michellew@ljpres.org with any questions. Come find out how you can help make a global impact and have some fun with fellow church members, and those from other churches around the country, while you’re at it!

Join New Day Urban Ministries for Golf4Good on Monday, October 19, at Fairbanks Ranch Country Club in Rancho Santa Fe. The day includes a golf tournament with a noon shotgun start, followed by dinner and live and silent auctions beginning at 5:00pm. Golf registration includes 18 holes, a cart, range balls, lunch, and dinner.

Not a golfer? You can still take part by attending the dinner and auction. All proceeds support New Day Urban Ministries as they provide essential services and help restore hope for people experiencing homelessness, poverty, reentry from prison, and other difficult circumstances. To learn more, register, sponsor, donate, or volunteer, contact Bruce Huebner at bahuebners@gmail.com or 858-354-9871.

At the end of each sermon, Pastor Paul gives us two questions to help us reflect on the message and carry it into the week ahead. Many of you have asked for an easy way to find them after Sunday morning, especially when you don’t have time to take a picture or write them down.

Beginning now, each Sunday’s questions will be posted before worship at ljpres.org/2questions. Bookmark the page and return throughout the week as you continue reflecting on what God may be saying to you through the sermon.

La Jolla Pres Preschool is now enrolling for the 2026–2027 school year. With programs for ages 2–5, flexible half-day and full-day options, and a nurturing environment where little hearts grow in love, learning, and faith, this is a wonderful place for children to learn and thrive. If you know a family looking for a preschool, invite them to learn more at ljprespreschool.org or call 858-729-5519.