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Worship with us this Sunday!
9 & 10:40AM
Blended and Contemporary Worship
Livestream available starting 9AM
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DECEMBER 1, 2024
First Sunday of Advent
"Ain't That a Kick in the Head!"
Genesis 3:8-15
Pastor Bryan Eckelmann
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Advent Series Dec 1 - 22:
The countdown is on! You're invited to our series through the four Sundays of Advent as we unwrap Christmas and open God's amazing gift for us.
The Bible doesn't make it more than two pages before it starts telling us what Jesus will do. The serpent will harm Jesus, but Jesus will destroy the serpent in return! Like a child before Christmas(!), God so wants to unwrap his gifts and show us what's coming.
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Sermon Reflection Questions available on the Small Groups page of the website Friday evening. | |
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CHRISTMAS PARTIES, CONCERTS & MORE!
There's festive fun for everyone! Invite your family, friends, and neighbors. Check out all that's happening during the season here, plus purchase tickets and register for events. We're excited to see you!
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CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES
Tuesday, December 24
All are invited to celebrate the birth of Jesus with carols, candlelight, and a message by Rev. Dr. Bryan Eckelmann.
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4PM: For families with the youngest children. Christmas carols, fun nativity story, a short message, and glowsticks. Childcare available for 5 yrs and younger. | |  |
6PM: Family-friendly service with Christmas carols, choirs,a message, and candlelight. Childcare for 5 yrs and younger. | |
8PM: Family-friendly service with Christmas carols, choirs,a message, and candlelight. Childcare for 5 yrs and younger. | | |
10PM: Band-led service with Christmas carols, communion, a message, and candlelight. No childcare. | | |
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Children's Christmas Choir Program:
"Light of the World"
THIS SUNDAY, Dec 1 @4:30PM | Sanctuary
The Christmas story told by K-8th grade choirs and bells. A cookie reception follows. Childcare available for 5 yrs and younger. No tickets needed. Voluntary offering.
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Advent Family Reunion Night of Worship
Sunday, Dec 8 @5:45-7:30PM | Fellowship Hall
Experience the Christmas story like never before! A special evening featuring hot cocoa, treats, cookie decorating, kids crafts, and inspiring worship for ALL ages.
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Festival of Christmas Music
Saturday, Dec 14 @7PM | Sanctuary
Sunday, Dec 15 @4PM | Sanctuary
Our choirs and bells, plus orchestra, will inspire and fill us with the Christmas spirit as they perform selections from various genres. Donation: $15 general, $10 students. Purchase tickets here, get them on the patio on Sundays, or in the Church Office during the week.
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For Unto Us a Child is Born
Sunday, Dec 15 @10:15AM | Early Childhood Patio
For kids 2 yrs to Kindergarten + their families. An outstanding tradition where the entire family celebrates the birth of Jesus! The morning will be filled with crafts, fun games, hot cocoa, cupcakes, and a special storytime with Miss Julie. No cost. No need to register.
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Christmas Poinsettias
& New Decorations Donation
Donate by Saturday, Dec 14
As we practice radical hospitality, help us beautifully decorate our church for Christmas by donating to purchase poinsettias and upgrade the decor in the Sanctuary, Fellowship Hall, and our outdoor spaces. Donate $10 here.
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BE PART OF WHAT'S HAPPENING!
Registration required for some activities. Sign up online or on the app.
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KNOW CHRIST
Women's Breakfast & One Stop Christmas Shop
Wednesday, Dec 4
9-10AM Complimentary Breakfast for Women | 10AM-1PM Shopping for All
Everyone is invited to shop this Christmas by supporting local artisans, businesses, and Strong Families, one of our Community Ministry partners. Strong Families transforms the lives of children in crisis through the healing power of God, family, and community. Learn more about them here.
Special Music in Worship
Sunday, Dec 8 @9 & 10:40AM | Sanctuary
Our Chapel Choir (High School/Young Adults) and orchestra will feature special music.
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FIND PURPOSE
MomCo & MomCo at Night
AM: Every other Thursday @9-11:30AM | Next Meeting Dec 5
PM: Third Thursday of Each Month @7:15-9PM | Next Meeting Dec 19
Motherhood can be messy. Come just as you are and be part of our mom's group that meets for food, speakers, and friends! Option to meet every other Thursday AM OR once a month in the PM. Childcare available for the AM only. Register for AM here. Register for PM here.
Women's Retreat
Friday, Feb 28 - Sunday, Mar 2
The Retreat Center at Rancho Capistrano
Filled with enriching talks, uplifting worship, and uninterrupted time with God, this weekend opportunity will strengthen your faith and deepen your relationships. Speaker Meaghan Grider speaks on being "Unshakeable: Holding Firm in Christ. Register here.
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LOVE ALL PEOPLE
Annual Giving Tree with Hope Harbor
Sunday, Dec 8 | Patio
Pick up an ornament with the name and suggested gift for a Hope Harbor teen. Wrapped gifts due back at Trinity by Dec 20. Contact Shirley Lee.
Serve Day at Community Action Partnership
Saturday, Dec 14 | 7:-9:15AM
CAP provides meals and services to Santa Ana residents in need. This family-friendly event will serve breakfast to all who attend. Contact Steve Woesner.
Celebrate Recovery
Mondays @6:30PM Dinner | 7PM Large Groups | 8PM Small Groups
A safe place to be honest about your challenges without fear of judgement. Everyone is invited! You don't need to worship at Trinity to attend.
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SENIORS
King's Class
Sundays @9-10:10AM | Munzing Hall
A friendly community of adults sharing fellowship, music, worship, care and prayer with a variety of engaging presentations. Topics include Bible teaching, Christian growth, and current mission activities. Life-long fellowship is a hallmark of the class which has been serving Trinity since 1960. This week Rev. Gary Watkins shares on Mark 1:1, the gospel.
PrimeTimers
Tuesdays @10AM-12:30PM | Fellowship Hall
A fantastic opportunity for seniors to come together, enjoy good food, and engage in interesting discussions and entertainment. The combination of a home-cooked meal and varied programming makes it a welcoming and enriching experience for everyone involved. This week Laura Macias, Trinity's Director of Missional Engagement, shares her story.
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STUDENT & FAMILY
TRINITY KIDS
Contact Diane | Follow on Instagram
Sundays @9AM & 10:40AM | CLUB Tuesdays @6:30PM
CLUB Christmas Party
Tuesday, Dec 17 @6:30-8PM | Center
For grades 1-5. Let's celebrate the birth of Jesus, our newborn King! A time of crazy fun games, engaging Bible lessons, and amazing worship.
PJ's & Pancakes
Sunday, Dec 29 @9AM
Come to church in your pj's for a special Sunday School pancake breakfast!
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
Contact Chris | Follow on Instagram
Sundays @9AM | EPIC Tuesdays @6:30PM
Family Christmas Trivia Challenge
Tuesday, Dec 10 @6:30-8PM
The Ultimate trivia night to test your knowledge on all things Christmas; movies, Bible trivia, songs, puzzles and more. Register here.
EPIC Cliche Christmas Party
Tuesday, Dec 17 @6:30-8:30PM
Wear your ugliest Christmas sweater, share your favorite Christmas dish, and bring your funniest, prankiest white elephant gift ($5 or something from home) as we celebrate with food, games, worship, and prizes to end the year! POTLUCK to feed 10: last name A-G bring a main dish; H-O a drink, P-Z a dessert. Everyone bring a friend!
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HIGH SCHOOL
Contact Joel | Follow on Instagram
Sundays @10:30AM | WELL Wednesdays @7PM
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COLLEGE & YOUNG ADULT
Contact Alex | Follow on Instagram
Sundays @10:10AM | YAC-K Thursdays @7PM
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