Saddleback Church is hiring: Food and Beverage in Lake Forest

Serving with the Giving Operations Ministry allows you to be a vital member of our team to count the weekend tithes & offerings. While no previous accounting experience is required, we need Saddleback Church members who are comfortable working on computers with a high level of attention to detail and integrity.
"I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength to do his work. He considered me trustworthy and appointed me to serve him,"
1 Timothy 1:12

Activate is a set of four steps that will jump start a transformative process in your spiritual life and activating a new level of connection to God and out church family. Serve with hospitality, set up, tear down, and as table leader.

ADD and Asperger's Adults, Parents, and Families

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Designed to provide a faith-based Support Group for adults with ADD and Asperger's, parents of children with ADD, and their family members. Offered for those seeking support, resources and information about living with and healing from ADD. Meets online and in person at Lake Forest. For more details about meeting days/times and to reserve a place in the group, please reach out to the ministry contact.

Our Connection Support Group is for adoptive, foster parents or relative caregivers. We understand that being a foster/adoptive parent has its unique struggles. Come and make friends with other parents who understand the challenges you face. Share your journey in a safe place without shame. Learn Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) tools and strategies from experts in the field. We want to walk alongside you as a friend, as a support group and as a church.

Lake Forest meets in person the 2nd Saturday of the month in room N226 at 6:00 PM (starting in Aug.)

Alpha is a series of ten sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith. Each session looks at a different question that people might have about faith and is designed to spark conversation. It's a safe space to have an open, informal, and honest discussion about life's big questions with others who are exploring faith - just like you.

Plus, we provide dinner & free childcare so you never have to worry about missing a session.

Offers support to individuals caring for others affected by the Alzheimer's Disease or related forms of dementia. Meets on the first Monday of each month from 10-11:30 am at Lake Forest.
For questions and to reserve a place in the group, please reach out to the ministry contact.

Does your heart beat with a desire to bring human trafficking to an end and make a difference in the lives of survivors? Our ministry raises awareness in order to protect the vulnerable and enable people to identify and report trafficking when they encounter it. We provide a supportive community for survivors to share Christ's unconditional love with them and their children. Our goal is to be the hands and feet of Christ as we join together as a team of believers to serve people impacted by the world's fastest growing crime. For questions or to get involved, email us at LocalHumanTrafficking@saddleback.com.

A 9-week series designed to gather in community with others who struggle with anxiety, obtaining tools and learning together for growth and change. Each week there will be a time of teaching, discussion, exercises, and resourcing, with table leaders guiding discussion to help each member grow with God and make personal changes related to anxiety. For details on the next series and to register, please reach out to the ministry contact.

Assisted Living Extensions bring Saddleback Church directly to seniors living in Assisted Living communities. These worship gatherings provide a warm and loving church experience for residents who can no longer attend traditional services. The AL Extensions are a group of seniors > who meet in-person regularly > to do church.
(regularly = weekly, bi-weekly, monthly)
(church = watch the worship service & urgently lead people to say "yes" to Jesus and His purposes for their lives)

Join a joyful team that helps people take the important spiritual step of baptism.

This Support Group is open to those who have suffered any type of brain injury (accident, stroke, concussion, tumor, etc.). Family members, loved ones, friends, and support people are also welcomed because this type of injury impacts everyone in the life of the person affected. The group provides love, support, encouragement, and information in an open share format. Most importantly, it is a home for you to be heard and valued. Meets on the first Saturday of the month from 10 am to 12 pm at Lake Forest and also available online. For questions and to reserve a place in the group, please reach out to the ministry contact.

Parents of children with mental health challenges need extra emotional, spiritual, and relational support, and "BREATHE" events provide all three. "BREATHE" events include in-person retreats for moms, online retreats for parents, and regularly scheduled Zoom calls for moms and dads. At each of these events, faith has been strengthened, hope rekindled, and meaningful connections made between parents who are walking on a similar path.

We facilitate a fun, easy and rewarding time to develop relationships while adding -- or "stuffing" -- materials to the weekly bulletins.

Our heart is to present a neat and tidy worship center, campus, and bathrooms to newcomers and regular attenders after each service.

Serving on this team is quite easy. As each service concludes, our team quickly goes through the worship center and surrounding areas to pick up any trash, bulletins, or items that may have been left behind so that those attending the next service are greeted with a tidy and welcoming space to worship. Our team also tidies up the restrooms by replenishing paper goods and emptying any trash. Depending on the number of people that serve for a given service, serving can be as little as 15 minutes each weekend!

This team is also a great way to gather families and small groups to serve together. All ages and walks of life are welcome. We have many families that serve with their children and small groups that commit every week to serve at the services they attend.

Be part of bringing Saddleback to new communities! Our Campus Launch Teams are filled with people like you - passionate about creating a welcoming space for others to know Jesus. Whether you're gifted in hospitality, worship, tech, kids ministry, or just love building connections, there's a spot for you.

As a team member, you'll help set the foundation for a thriving campus, build lasting relationships, and watch God move through your service. Come make an impact and help launch a campus where lives will be changed for eternity!

To create a wonderful weekend experience for guests and members at the Worship Center Patio and the Family Pavilion. Some manual labor will be required as we move patio furniture, signs, etc. We prepare the campus for influx of people that will be here during the weekend services.

Designed for individuals who are confronted with cancer. You can reach out to the ministry contact for questions and support.

Career Coaching is designed to assist in the development of job search strategies, tools, and personal marketing plans to reduce the transition time for those who are seeking employment. - Browse Job Postings - Worshop Schedule - Workshop Handouts - Career Coaching 1st Step - Interviewing - Strategic Strategies: LinkedIn - Personal Branding - Resume Writing - Salary Negotiation

Designed for those who need support while caring for someone with Parkinson's Disease.

Celebrate Recovery meets at the Lake Forest campus every Friday night! Large Group meets at 7 pm in the Worship Center. During this time we all meet together for worship and a CR Lesson or testimony. Open Share Groups meet directly following Large Group, at 8 pm throughout the campus. This is the time we break into separate gender and issue specific groups where each person is safe to share their struggles and victories with others who share similar hurts, hang-ups and habits. **FOR SAFETY REASONS, NO ONE UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE MAY ATTEND LARGE GROUP OR OPEN SHARES.** Celebration Place is available for infants to 6th graders and meets in the first floor of the Children's Ministry Building. Check in begins at 6:45 pm and pick-up is at 9:00 pm. The Landing is not currently meeting but will be relaunching in January of 2023

This team meets on Thursdays and Saturdays to prep the Worship Center for the Weekend. They focus on chair backs and usher cards.

Our ministry assists with events that the Community Outreach Team does out in the neighborhoods all around Saddleback Church.

FIRST STEPS FOR CARE:
If you are interested in getting more information about counseling care, call the Counseling Ministry Office: 949-609-8387 Monday through Friday between 8:30 am-5:00 pm. If you are calling after hours, please leave a message and your call will be returned on the next business day.

IF YOU ATTEND A REGIONAL CAMPUS:
While direct counseling care is not available at our regional campuses at this time, we recommend you reach out to your campus to obtain information on the variety of alternative types of care available, like Celebrate Recovery and Support Groups.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT WHEN YOU CALL:
When you call, you will speak with a Counseling Coordinator. They will ask you some questions which will help to better understand your needs and to determine the best counseling recommendations. If you are recommended for counseling with one of our Church Counselors, then the Coordinator will get your scheduling and contact information. Once an opening becomes available, you will be called and offered the weekly appointment time as well as the start date for your weekly counseling appointments. There is no cost for counseling. The length of counseling is determined with your Counselor based on your particular needs, your growth and your ability to consistently attend. The Counseling Ministry considers it an honor to serve those in our church and community and we look forward to hearing from you.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SADDLEBACK CHURCH COUNSELOR?
The role of a Saddleback Church Counselor is to provide free, Christ-centered in-person counseling to individuals in our church and our community who are seeking guidance for a variety of issues including: marital & family relationships, communication & intimacy, grief & loss, anger & bitterness, interpersonal struggles, and parenting- with an overall emphasis on spiritual development. If you are interested in serving as a Saddleback Church Counselor, please contact the Church Counseling Training (CCT) team at 949-609-8385 or CCT@saddleback.com.

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Ministry is a place to grow and connect with God through a ministry which seeks to support each other and serve our community. We'd love for you to get connected! Click the Volunteer button to begin this exciting journey. View the newest ASL interpreted messages [here](/visit/locations/onlinecommunity/asl).

We are the hands and minds that bring our campus leaders dreams to reality. We build everything from furniture to small buildings. All skill levels and abilities are welcome as we learn and grow together through each build journey.

We meet Tues.-Thursday daytime.

This 14-week support group deals with the major issues facing those going through the difficulties of divorce. Each evening session addresses a different topic using a subject matter presentation followed by small group discussion. Small groups are facilitated by experienced discussion leaders.

The $25 fee includes a personal workbook that coincides with each session. No pre-registration required. You are welcome to make any session your first session.

This support group designed to help continue the healing process after divorce in a 14-week program. Anyone in the process of divorce who is ready to heal, and learn new relational behavior is welcome to join.

Through God's Word, games, crafts and stories, DC4K is designed to help kids learn how to deal with the many changes they may be facing due to divorce. Offered for kids aged 5-12 whose parents are enrolled in the Divorce Care Support Group at Saddleback Church. Meets Fridays from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm PT at Lake Forest. For questions and to register, please reach out to the ministry contact.

Double R Ranch - Orange County Rescue Mission

Double R Ranch is a beautiful ranch-style campus in Trabuco Canyon that provides a safe, supportive environment for men, women, and children who are transitioning out of homelessness.

As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to serve in meaningful, hands-on ways - from helping with ranch maintenance, meal prep, and outdoor projects to engaging in encouraging conversations, prayer, and building relationships with residents. Whether you're gifted in practical skills or simply love connecting with people, your presence can bring hope and healing.

Join us as we come alongside the Orange County Rescue Mission to help restore lives and build community through faith, service, and compassion.

Emotional Support Group for Hispanic Women

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To know who we really are in the present through Jesus Christ our Lord so we can begin the emotional healing process in order to achieve the purpose for which we are created.
Grupo de Apoyo Emocional para la Mujer is a Support Group where Hispanic women find freedom and healing in Christ through community. Jesus will be your guide on this journey. Honesty will be the key that opens doors to the future through transparency and a willingness to seek the answers to the deep questions of our lives. Meets Thursdays from 6:45 pm to 8:30 pm at Lake Forest. For questions and to reserve a place in the group, please reach out to the ministry contact.

Empty Arms - Support after Losing a Baby

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To provide love and care for parents suffering through the loss of a baby due to miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant death. An 8-week grief Support Group, it is a study for grieving parents. Led by parents who have experienced similar tragedies, you will find comfort and understanding in a safe and loving environment. You will receive care, compassion, and tools for healthy healing through the grief process as well as hope for the future. Meets Sundays from 6 to 7:30 at Lake Forest. For questions on the next series, please reach out to the ministry contact.

The Entrepreneur Leadership Ministry has teamed up with the Saddleback Marketplace Ministry (Saddleback Works) to create a new group called "Faith at Work".

The Saddleback Faith at Work ministry is for Christian professionals, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and technologists. We hold semi-annual special events featuring guest speakers and industry experts. Our goal is to strengthen a community of Christians to make a Kingdom impact from one's industry to the world.

Our ESL program is designed for adults who want to improve their English and confidently navigate everyday life in the United States. With a focus on conversational English, our classes help students build the language skills they need to thrive in their families, communities, schools, and workplaces. We offer three class levels-Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced-so learners can grow at their own pace. Hosted at Saddleback Church's Lake Forest campus, our ESL program provides a welcoming, supportive environment for all adults looking to strengthen their communication skills! Interested in joining a class? Click on the available classes below to find the one that's right for you and enroll. Have questions? Email Yvonne Wang. Interested in serving as an ESL teacher? Click "Sign Up" below to volunteer!

The Facilities team is responsible for all the venues and spaces at the Lake Forest campus. The service opportunity is to help keep the Lake Forest campus clean and organized. Opportunities
to serve also include preparing rooms & spaces on campus for meetings and events.

The service work involves:
Configure rooms and spaces based on set meetings/events
Setup equipment (tables, chairs, linens)
Recover and store equipment
Make Coffee
Transport beverages and set up beverage service
Wash and store Coffee equipment
Campus trash duties
Find equipment out of place on campus and put it away
Serve in 2 to 4 hour shifts as available Monday - Friday and weekend special events and holidays.

The Faith at Work ministry is for Christian professionals, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and technologists. We hold semi-annual special events featuring guest speakers and industry experts. Our goal is to strengthen a community of Christians to make a Kingdom impact from one's industry to the world.

This Support Group gives families with incarcerated loved ones help as they process their pain, find hope, and deal with the associated challenges of having a loved one in prison, juvenile hall, or jail. During this difficult journey we pray, laugh, and sometimes we cry together, which has a healing effect on everyone. Come join our group so you can share your struggles, find answers, and learn of new law changes that may impact your incarcerated loved one. Meets at Lake Forest the third Saturday of the month from 7 to 9 pm. For questions and to reserve your place in the group, please reach out to the ministry contact.

Family Grace: Help for Caregivers of Mntl Hlth

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Family Grace is designed to help you gain unique understanding, to remove confusion and renew your faith, and improve your relationship with new communication skills, healthy boundaries, and practical ways to handle challenges. The goal is to improve the quality of your own life through practical tools and an increased understanding of both you and your loved one's experience.

Participants are asked to purchase the Family Grace workbook ($16.99) or download the Family Grace e-Workbook free at https://mentalhealthgracealliance.org/grace-alliance-workbooks-free-1 .

The Support Group meets at Lake Forest on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

To register for the Family Grace support group, go to https://forms.gle/9A1F1x2HdMAtLE7y6

For more information, please reach out to the group leader: weissmann6@gmail.com

No matter where you are in your relationship with money, we have a resource that can help you grow into the money-manager that God wants you to be. Designed to encourage you in your next stewardship steps, we offer financial classes, free seminars, and individual coaching. We address topics like budgeting, saving, debt, investing, giving, estate planning, relating about money, and other financial topics.

This Support Group is like no other. It is a place for first responders and first responders only. We share a common bond and experience things in our work that are unique to our profession. The things we see affect every person differently. The hours we work, the lack of sleep, and the different types of people we encounter all have effects on our well-being and if not addressed properly can come out in a variety of ways. This is a place to share, listen, learn, and have a space to transform our behavior. You will not only to get the help you need but learn how to take this hurt and use it to help others. Offered online only from Lake Forest the first and third Tuesday of the month from 7 to 9 pm. For questions and to reserve a place in the group, please reach out to the ministry contact.

Volunteers should be gifted in customer service, have an attitude of flexibility, and a heart to serve others. We welcome all who have a passion for ensuring customer satisfaction and creating a lasting impression!

We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help sort food, pack boxes, and assist with various special projects for the holidays, schools, and our communities!

If you'd like to receive Food Pantry Boxes, please call the PEACE Community Resource Center at 949-609-8111 to make an appointment. Our Resource Coaches are here to help you find the assistance you need for both current and long-term concerns. Join us in making a difference!

A life-transforming study written by Tom Holladay and Kay Warren that systematically explores the Biblical foundations of our faith through the study of 11 core doctrinal truths, with a dual emphasis on learning and applying these truths to our lives.

Help make a difference in our community at our monthly "Good Neighbor Saturdays." From packing and distributing food, to city clean up days, to special seasonal outreaches like our Christmas Shop, once a month on Saturday mornings we want to be a good neighbor and serve our community.

As a group of volunteers, we meet regularly on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in the
church woodshop to get our hands on stuff and build things. Anyplace you stand on
campus you can see our handiwork including the hillside crosses, wood framing for the
"walk with Jesus," the outdoor stage for the park venue, the PEACE center remodel
and collection centers and special holiday projects including the "light of the world" and
the snow ramps you may have enjoyed. In addition, we regularly build sets for
children's and adult video productions. All skill levels are welcome. We are always
busy!

If you're experienced or interested in graphic design and have a heart for reaching out to our community, then be a part of the Graphic Design Ministry here at Saddleback Church! We have a variety of projects that can fit your gifts and skill levels. Our hours are flexible and you are welcome to come use our computer workstations (Mac or PC) or work remotely from the comfort of your home.

Would you like to provide hospitality setup in the Guest Green Room between services for our pastors? Do you enjoy shopping and checking off a "to do" list? We're looking for shoppers to supply the Green Room and Pastor/staff gallery in the Ministry Building.

Rotating Schedules Saturdays and Sundays

A 13-week workshop that includes a time of open sharing and prayer with weekly assignments while going through the emotional trauma that follows the death of a loved one. This workshop is being offered via Zoom to make it easier for you to attend.

A safe place to share with other Grieving Moms. Call for info.

Guitarists into God (GIG) is a ministry of Christian musicians that enjoy sharing inspirational and worship music with the community. We seek all levels of musicians and singers to join our ministry. Volunteer GIG musicians are available for: Worship visits to Saddleback small group meetings, musical visits to senior and eldercare facilities, visits to hospitals and those sick and infirmed, outreach to community events, private and public parties and other non-traditional worship venues.

The Healthcare Ministry is made of health care, EMT, fire and safety professionals who are available to help administer emergency medical assistance following "Basic Life Support Standards" to anyone who becomes ill or injured at Saddleback Church. We serve "on call" and within the "Good Samaritan Law" in partnership with our Usher and Security Ministries until additional help arrives. Valid CPR required.

HIGHER GROUND: Hope for Separated & Divorced Women

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HIGHER GROUND Hope for Women Growing through Separation and Divorce is a support group for women suffering through a separation or divorce. Led by women who have experienced similar heartbreak, you will find comfort and understanding in a safe and loving environment.

The Saddleback Hiking Ministry hikes twice a month in the Orange County area. Hikers of all levels are welcome. The location varies based on weather. Our Focus is Fun, Faith, Fitness and Friendship, to fellowship and enjoy the beautiful gift that God has given us in the wilderness areas and wildlife that surround us. We are dedicated to exploring Orange County trails and parks, as well as surrounding areas on foot with others in our church and in our community.

Hope for Grief is a ministry that offers hope through community for anyone who is grieving and for those who would like to better serve someone struggling with loss.

Designed for men who are separated but not yet divorced. Our purpose is to help husbands going through varying stages of marital separation, to find a path for possible reconciliation, and if that is not realized, to develop the necessary strength and direction for the next steps in your life. Available both online and in person at Lake Forest on Tuesdays from 7-9 pm. For details and to reserve your place in the group, please reach out to the ministry contact.

We offer visitation to those who are in the hospital, in convalescent or nursing facilities, or at their homes. Team members visit those in need to offer prayer and encouragement.

If you would like someone to come visit you or a loved one in the hospital, please click here to fill out a visitation request form.

Provide a welcoming and warm gathering place for people to fellowship by providing beverages and snacks before and after church services.

Ka'Ohana Ho'Onani (Family of Praise) is the hula ministry of Saddleback Church, established in 2004. From different cultures and backgrounds, our kupuna and wahine enrich the worship experience by sharing the joy and beauty of hula dance.

Following Hawaiian customs, we learn specially crafted choreography to meles, while understanding the movements of hula 'auana, the importance of respecting the hula, and good stewardship of the 'aina.

As hula ohana-and family in Christ-we are involved in Bible study, prayer, and fellowship through weekly rehearsals. Our team also actively participates in outreaches throughout the year, sharing the love of God at Hawaiian festivals and community events.

Whether you're experienced or a beginner, age 7 and up, come and worship with us! Mahalo!

Do you want to apply for a green card or do you want to become a
United States citizen? Does your spouse want a green card?
Or do you want to study in America?
Saddleback Church and Friends Church are partnering to serve you
and your family on the 3rd Saturday of every month.
We provide immigration legal services for individuals and families. Volunteers can assist by offering legal and/or administrative support.

Actively doing the Great Commission in local jails. Matthew 28:19, "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."Serving all five jails in Orange County. Matthew 25:39-40, "When did we see you sick of in prison and go to visit you? The King will reply, "Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sister of mine, you did for me." Presenting the Gospel helps make life changing decisions that will affect these men and women when they are released and for the rest of their lives.

If you have a passion to influence and shape the lives of at-risk youth, then join with other volunteers who share the same passion. You can demonstrate Christ's love to teenagers at Orange County Juvenile Hall. Ways to get involved include hosting monthly game nights. Hebrews 12:3

Do you love to knit and crochet? If you have the heart to make handmade scarfs, blankets, and hats this ministry is for you. The Knitting and Crocheting for Christ ministry creates items to be distributed to our members and community, we make items for support groups to pass out, as well as for teams to take on Mission Trips. We meet off site monthly and you can certainly work on items right from the comforts of home. Our items are a blessing to those who can use them, and the greatest gift you can give someone is your time.

If you enjoy fresh air, exercise, and being part of making that "Wow, this campus is so beautiful!" first impression - then you are going to love the Landscaping Ministry.

Volunteers can get some exercise and enjoy the outdoors serving on one of three teams.
1. Mowing Team: Mowing, edging and blowing.
2. Plant Care Team: Maintaining the roses (and other plants), watering, deadheading, pruning, trimming, weed removal, etc. around the Worship Center and other high traffic areas.
3. Campus Clean-Up Team: Picking up debris and loose trash on the grounds/keeping the campus looking spotless.

Lead with Love - For Families with LGBTQ+ Children

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Lead with Love(LWL) Support Groups are designed to be a safe space where parents of LGBTQ children can navigate the unique challenges and blessings that come with being a parent of an LGBTQ child. LWL groups are rooted in the grace and truth found in Jesus Christ, who calls us to love unconditionally while navigating complex emotions and beliefs. Together, we explore how we can reflect Christ's love, grow in our faith, and foster meaningful relationships with our children and each other.

To learn more about how to join a group or ask general questions please send a request to [leadwithlove@saddleback.com](mailto:leadwithlove@saddleback.com).

Legal Aid is a group of Saddleback Church members who are California Licensed Attorneys that meet and counsel with individuals on a one-on-one basis regarding their legal concerns. It is not only an informational process, but one where the attorney counsels the best course of action. Participating attorneys can assist in specialized topics or open the door to any legal concern. Each Attorney makes their own schedule according to their own availability. The members of the Ministry also meet monthly in order to compare their PEACE Center experiences and share how to integrate their Christian walk with their own practice.

Living Grace: Living with Mental Illness

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Living Grace is a study equipped with relevant Biblical stories, neuroscience, and practical tools designed to help you manage stressors, tensions, and difficult moods. The study contains lessons to increase calm through rest, relaxation, and joy; to decrease negative thoughts and reframe them with confidence, and can empower you to create safe and healthy relationships.

Meeting Info & Workbook: The online group meets on Thursday evenings at 6:00pm (Pacific Time) / 9:00pm (Eastern). Meeting link will be sent after registration. Participants will need to download the Living Grace digital workbook for free or purchase the Living Grace workbook (printed) to join this support group experience.

Please register at: https://forms.gle/FYAAwFZNFceBfDQB8

For questions, please email Tommy at twilliams@saddlebackvolunteer.com

The Family Estrangement Zoom Support Group is a 13 week guided process to assist with emotional and spiritual healing for those who have lost a relationship between family members. This loss is often to the extent that there is negligible or no communication between the individuals involved for a prolonged period of time. The estrangement can be due to many factors including: betrayal of trust, values or identity, conflict of interest, behavioral actions, mental illness, substance abuse and others. The estrangement can result in emotional consequences to include feeling of loneliness, sadness, confusion, and a profound sense of loss.

Loss of a Child due to Drugs or Overdose

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The Loss of a Child due to overdose is a 13-week support group with materials to guide and assist with emotional and spiritual healing for those who have been impacted by this traumatic loss. We come to realize that life will not be the same, but through this journey of support and love, we will be able to find joy again and remember the good in our child.

The loss of a child due to suicide is a support group providing a safe place to communicate with others suffering the loss of a child. This is an extremely difficult loss that brings with it so much pain and is a journey no one should take alone. We realize our lives will never be the same, however, we will begin to make healing choices together.

The loss of a spouse is a 13 week support group for men and women to share their same loss with one another. Optional questions are provided to talk through the extreme changes that have occurred. We will make choices together to help us to rebuild our lives and to move forward with hope and purpose

WEEKLY Sunday Service
We welcome you to join our Sunday Mandarin worship service with amazing uplifting live music by our worship team and inspiring Saddleback Church messages videos imbedded with translated Chinese subtitles. After service, you can stay on for a time of connection with our church families. We also celebrate special Chinese events such as Chinese New Year and Mid-Autumn festivals.

Designed for men who are in a marriage but struggling in the relationship. This Support Group is a safe place to confidentially share your marital challenges with other men who are facing similar situations. Learn how to understand her, communicate with her, love her, and respond in difficult situations. You'll be encouraged and supported by experienced leaders who have been through it and who care. There is hope for your marriage! For questions and to reserve your place in the group, please reach out to the ministry contact.

This support group meets In-Person.

We serve dinner meals to Saddleback Members recovering from medical issues, loss, or who have newborn babies.

Our ministry purpose is to serve families who have lost a loved one.

We have the opportunity to bless families by helping with the plans, and location of a memorial service of a loved one.

Saddleback does not charge any fees for memorial services held at Saddleback Church. Our goal is to minister to the grieving family.

The family is welcome to use our facilities for a reception following the memorial service, if the family desires.

If you need information regarding a memorial service at Saddleback Church, please contact Sue at SueB@saddleback.com or RugenaD@saddleback.com.

If you would like to serve in this ministry, to come alongside the family the day of the service and help the family, taking care of practical details. You will need to arrive at least an hour before the service to assure the room is set up for the family before they arrive. We have a facilities team to help if additional set up is needed.

Studies show that 1 out of every 4 adults in America will be affected by mental illness at some point in their lifetime. The first place many go for help is to their priest or to their pastor because the heart of Jesus and the Church has always been for people who suffer.

The Hope for Mental Health Community at Saddleback Church is a warm and welcoming place for individuals living with mental health challenges and their families to make new friends, learn from mental health professionals, and find meaningful community.

For more information please contact mentalhealth@saddleback.com .

Youth today need caring input. Saddleback Church volunteers mentor youth during school hours in the Orange County public system. You can facilitate a small group of students as they discuss topics such as hard work, influences, forgiveness, and dealing with difficult experiences in this easy-to-use program; Would you give the gift of life-change by donating 2 hours a week for 12 weeks?

We are a military outreach ministry that looks for ways to extend God's love to our military and their families whether they are as close as Camp Pendleton or as far away as Afghanistan. We feel responsible to honor those who serve in the armed forces defending our freedoms. We respond with acts of appreciation that include newborn baby baskets, goody bags to troops deployed around the globe, hosting deployment and welcome home events at Camp Pendleton, sponsoring retreats, and much, much more.

Join Saddleback's Missions Ministry

Be the hands and feet of Jesus around the world! Saddleback Missions gives you the opportunity to share God's love, serve communities, and support local churches locally and globally. Whether you feel called to teach, build, care for others, or simply show up with a willing heart, there's a place for you on the team.

You'll grow in faith, build lasting relationships, and witness firsthand how God is working in every corner of the world. Come be part of a life-changing experience - for those you serve and for yourself!

Motel Church is a rewarding family-friendly way to make a difference in our community. Every Saturday small groups, individuals, and families from Saddleback Church and other community churches safely deliver Hope to our motel families in the form of love by the Gospel of Jesus Christ! How we do so tangibly is by meeting onsite at a motel and ministering to people by sharing the hope of Jesus Christ, distributing C.A.R.E. bags full of personal items, prayer, and love!!! You'll be serving alongside a leader and others who have served many times in the past so you won't be doing anything alone!

When you sign up, we send you all the information about where you will be serving, when to be there, and what to expect. The morning you serve, an experienced on-site leader will meet you at your motel for prayer and to direct the activities. This ministry is a great way to exercise that spiritual muscle of evangelism by praying for somebody who's hurting, sharing the Gospel of Jesus, and loving individuals you might not see in your day-to-day life.

Questions? Contact Robert Glover +1 (949) 293-3809

We serve from 10 to 12 pm on Saturday and feel free to check out our Motel Church Instagram page for more details!

Welcome to the Saddleback Church Motorcycle Ministry! We call ourselves "Bible Clutch," and we welcome all motorcycle enthusiasts, whether you ride on the street or off-road. Our group enjoys riding, building connections, and sharing our faith in Christ. You don't need to be a Saddleback Church member or a believer to join us-just be open to a brief prayer before we ride.

Mark your calendar for a 10 am street ride every second Saturday of the month, departing from the motorcycle parking area in the Worship Center Parking Lot at Saddleback Church Lake Forest. We also organize spontaneous street and dirt rides, so contact us to stay informed.

To learn more or join a ride, reach out to Anthony LaGrasta at jalagrasta@gmail.com.

We can't wait to ride with you!

Move with Purpose: Faith-Fueled Exercise

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This Support Group is a fitness class with a foundation in faith in Jesus and his church. Each session offers both cardio and strength training for a total-body workout while focusing on the mind, body, and spirit. Our prayer is that people get healthier in their bodies, so they are equipped to fulfill God's plan for their lives. Meets in the Diner room of the Refinery building at the Lake Forest campus 3 times a week: Tuesday/Thursday at 6:30 am and Saturdays at 8 am. Come experience the physical & mental health benefits of music, dance, fellowship, and fun! For more details and to reserve your spot, please reach out to the ministry contact.

New Start Ministry cares for the people who have made the decision to put their faith in Jesus.
Taking the next step in faith is a big decision, whether they have made the decision to put their faith in Jesus for the very first time, or renew their commitment to Him. We get to come alongside them to celebrate and support them in their spiritual journey! Whether you step in as care callers during the week or connect with them at our events, we have many opportunities to serve our people.

Quarterly dinners for Saddleback new comers

The Operations Group supports the Lake Forest Campus of Saddleback Church. This group specializes in providing resources for campus security, managing facilities and beverages for our weekend services. There are volunteer opportunities to help manage and administer requests for the services we provide across the LF campus.

The service work involves:
Serving as the voice of the department
Answer phone calls, respond to emails
Answer questions/provide information
Help submit, manage and prioritize requests
Work with reservation/scheduling/work order systems
Follow up with requesters and provide updates
Coordinate with and support operations managers
Serve in 2 to 4 hour shifts as available Monday - Friday

Come help cook and serve a pancake breakfast for our Easter sunrise service!

Parents of Children with ADD/ADHD - Online

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Designed for the parents of children diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. The group is currently on hold, but you can reach out to the ministry contact for questions and support.

Ensure safety as well as provide information and directions for first time guests.

Designed for those suffering with Parkinson's disease, their caregivers, and family members. Meets on the second Monday of the month from 1 to 3 pm at Lake Forest and also available online. For questions and a Zoom link, please reach out to the ministry contact.

The PEACE Center is here to support individuals and families in need-offering free resources, programs, and services to anyone in our local community. Through Saddleback Church's PEACE Center, we're committed to providing hope, help, and practical solutions. We offer support for immediate needs, including: Food Pantry: Free boxes of fresh, frozen, and nonperishable groceries for those experiencing food insecurity. Career Coaching: Personalized coaching for those unemployed or navigating a career transition Legal Aid: Licensed attorneys available by appointment to provide guidance on a range of legal issues. Immigration Assistance: Trained counselors and attorneys available to help with status changes, family sponsorship, naturalization, and more. And more! Hours: Open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Need help? Email or call to schedule an appointment. Want to make a difference? Click Sign Up below to become a trained volunteer at the PEACE Center.

The PEACE Community Resource Center is a destination for the county's residents to come when they are in need of basic resources and assistance. We are looking for volunteers to serve anytime Mon - Thurs 9 AM - 5 PM. Duties are varied and may include any of the following tasks: scheduling appointments, phone coverage, greeting guests, managing client traffic, and light computer work.

The purpose of the Saddleback Church Pickleball Ministry is to share our love of Jesus through the sport of pickleball. We are currently meeting in the North Orange County area for fun, fitness, fellowship, and prayer.

PICS, consists of volunteer photographers of all skill levels who have a passion for photography and a heart to serve God and our church. PICS provides photographs by request for specific needs such as illustrating a sermon point, advertising for an upcoming event, website support, and church sponsored events and ministry promotion. We also provide a photograph baptisms. Additional opportunities to serve are in the much needed support roles to our ministry. Areas as diverse as meeting set-up, image processing, Photoshop skills and photographer assistant, are among many opportunities available to serve.

We would love to pray for you. Our team is passionate about praying for others and you can know that we will lift your request before God and he promises to hear our prayers.
Simply submit a confidential prayer request and our team will pray over your requests.

Interested in learning more about becoming a prayer volunteer at Saddleback? There are many opportunities to be involved. Enter your information and our team will follow up with you.

This ministry is for anyone who would like to pray for Mission Disaster Relief Efforts and Teams. You can pray anytime from anywhere! Our church deploys church members who feel called to jump in and serve when others are experiencing a Disaster Relief Crisis such as earthquake, fire, hurricane and flooding. Your prayers are vital to the fragile and difficult work that we do.

Designed to support parents who are expecting a baby after experiencing a loss through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death. Meets the third Thursday of the month from 5:30 to 7 pm at the Lake Forest campus in Ministry Office 1 (MO1). This group meets in-person and online. For questions and the Zoom link, please emal: PAL@saddleback.com

What to Expect:
Premarital Mentoring is approximately an 8 week study pairing a premarital couple with a married mentor couple. The study consists of the premarital couple reading and answering questions as homework prior to each session with their mentor couple. Study topics include biblical principles of marriage, communication, finances, extended family relationships, resolving conflict, forgiveness, the difference between men and women, personality differences, roles and responsibilities, needs and expectations, intimacy, affair proofing your marriage and more!
How to Begin:
Please contact Saddleback Church at least four months prior to your wedding. To begin the process, the bride and groom should each fill out the [Online Questionnaire](https://sdbk.cc/3DievHw) to help us get to know you both better. Once you have submitted this form on line, please contact Sue Blagg at [sueb@saddleback.com](mailto:sueb@saddleback.com) or 949-609-8406. A welcome meeting will be scheduled to help you learn more about the process.
Saddleback Church attendance is not required to participate in premarital mentoring. The cost of the program is $100.00 for Saddleback Church members and $150.00 for non-members.
Interested in Mentoring Premarital Couples?
Is God leading you to help premarital couples learn about the marriage God intended? If so, please join us for the next premarital mentoring 9 week training class. This interactive and fun training class prepares you to mentor premarital couples on biblical principles and practical tools for their future marriage. Premarital mentors are husband and wife teams who have been married for 10 years or more, have a strong, growing Christ-centered marriage and are members of Saddleback Church. If you’re interested in joining the Premarital Ministry team, click on “Get Involved” below or contact Sue at [sueb@saddleback.com](mailto:sueb@saddleback.com) or 949-609-8406 for more information.

AUDIO TEAM
Our audio team makes sure every word and note is heard clearly-whether you're sitting in the room, watching online, or listening from across the globe. They mix sound for the worship center, online services, and in-ear monitors for our worship team. They're part of rehearsals, help run sound checks, and keep things smooth during services by juggling cues and staying in sync with the entire team.


LIVE VIDEO TEAM
This crew helps tell the story of what God is doing each weekend. Through live cameras, lyrics, and screens, they help people engage-whether they're in the room or tuning in from one of our campuses or around the world. They capture every moment with creativity and excellence so that the message and worship can go far beyond Lake Forest. You can serve by operating a camera, running lyrics, or directing.


LIGHTING TEAM
The lighting team helps create the atmosphere for worship-spaces that feel like a glimpse of heaven. From programming lights to running haze and effects, they make sure everything on stage is visible, beautiful, and meaningful. They're part of rehearsals, collaborate with the whole team, and bring the service to life with light. If you love tech and creativity, there's a place for you behind the lighting console or operating the big center screen.


STAGE TEAM
This team keeps the service running smoothly from behind the scenes. They lead the flow of each moment, guide volunteers, and make sure props, people, and pieces get to the right place at the right time. They're like backstage shepherds-helping others win by staying organized, calm, and clear.


WANT TO SEE IT IN ACTION?
Come check out a Backstage Tour! It's a chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at how our team supports weekend services. You'll get to see a live rehearsal, hear from our staff, and explore how you might fit into one of the teams that make Saddleback weekends happen.
Interested? Reach out to us at [production@saddleback.com](mailto:production@saddleback.com) and we'll get you plugged in. We'd love to serve with you!

Designed for men living with prostate cancer to receive fellowship and support. Offered only online from Lake Forest the second Tuesday of the month from 7 to 9 pm. For questions and the Zoom link, please reach out to the ministry contact.

In the midst of illness, loss of a child or other personal crisis, a physical, touchable expression of care and concern can be very important. The members of the Quilting Ministry create beautiful quilts that provide care, comfort and encouragement to the hurting. Our quilters enjoy fellowship, prayer and sharing with one another as they quilt.

As people reconciled to God through the gospel of Jesus Christ - Jesus' life, death, burial, resurrection, and appearance - we intend to respond to conflicts in a just, merciful, and humble way that glorifies God. We believe that by encountering God's presence through His Holy Spirit, understanding his character, and remembering our identity in Christ Jesus, we will be able to fulfill our calling to live in peace with others as far as it depends on us. Therefore, in response to God's love and in reliance on His grace, the Saddleback Church Reconciliation Ministry can coach you in and through the process called The Path of a Peacemaker.

Conflict Coaching is when a coach sits down with a participant to help prepare them to reconcile their differences with others. Like an athletic coach, a conflict coach will challenge, inspire, and call out blind spots that the participant does not see.

A conflict coach can also serve as a mediator later in the process if the coach has remained biblically neutral and all parties to the conflict desire to move toward the mediation process.

Mediation is when a mediator walks a group of individuals in conflict through a process of relational reconciliation and restitution. The mediator is a coach and guide to negotiating conflicted situations toward a mutually agreed outcome.

To discuss your case further and get started with the process, please contact us by sending an email to: Resolveconflict@saddleback.com. Please provide a brief description of your conflict.

Do you have a heart to bring the news of Jesus to the spiritually empty? You can help transform a life by serving with the Saddleback Church Recycling Ministry. For over 20 years, the Recycling Ministry has collected and sorted donated bottles and cans from the church campus receptacles and sheds. For every 10 bottles recycled, one new Bible is purchased.

How can you help? Simply drop off your aluminum cans and plastic bottles at the Saddleback Lake Forest or Rancho Capistrano campuses. Should you feel called to serve in a greater capacity with the Recycling Ministry, we can use you! Volunteers typically serve on Sunday afternoons however there are also weekday service opportunities.

As the effects of the wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles, many people are facing devastating loss. In this moment of crisis, we have the opportunity to come together as a church and be a source of hope and healing.

If you would like to serve locally at our Lake Forest campus by sorting and collecting donations, join us at the Ministry Office 2 during Hours of Operation. No prior registration is necessary. This is also a great opportunity for children to serve!
Location: Ministry Office 2:
[1 Saddleback Pkwy, Lake Forest, CA 92630](https://maps.app.goo.gl/eVmbcJpos83DNYfb7)

Hours of Operation are:
- Tuesday-Friday: 9:00 AM- 2:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Click here to sign up as a resource coach, chaplain, or clean up team member: [Go with Local Relief](https://hc.saddleback.com/public/connection-form/1253/la-disaster-relief)

You can drop off donations at Ministry Office 2 on our Lake Forest campus or you can click here to purchase supplies from Amazon: [Amazon Donations](https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/10BZQ8GCA3Q57)

Resource Coaches assist in connecting individuals to services and resources at Saddleback Church and throughout the community.

Do you need assistance for your family? Download our Intake Form at https://bit.ly/3BVYhbd
Complete it, and email it to peacecenter@saddleback.com. A Resource Coach will contact you within 2-3 business days.

The Resource Fulfillment Team works behind the scenes to help resource all the Saddleback Church campuses. This team helps process orders by packing items like baptism supplies, volunteer gear, weekend experience supplies and more!

To create a community outreach in a casual setting to testify to the Gospel of God's grace. To encourage seekers and believers to participate in recreation, leisure, and sports activities which strengthen their family ties as well as their spiritual, emotional, physical, and social well-being.

We are a group of road cyclists that ride every Saturday morning. It's a great time to fellowship with others and experience God's nature in this beautiful region. Our rides are no-drop, so no one gets left behind.

To find our weekly ride routes reach out to us at saddlebackchurchcycling@gmail.com or follow us at https://www.facebook.com/groups/saddlebackcycling

Come to one of our get-togethers and be amazed at your God-given creativity. You will be making beautiful greeting cards for use by staff, ministry leaders, and your own personal use. A fun way to get to know others. all materials supplies. Novices welcomed.

Saddleback Men exists to urgently lead men to say Yes to Jesus and His purposes for their life. We are building a movement of men who are grounded in God's Word, connected in authentic community, and living out their faith with courage and purpose. Through small groups, gatherings, and serving opportunities, we help men grow spiritually, lead boldly, and impact their families, church, and world.

We are a wellspring of creative vision. A collective of servant volunteers who imagine and build stage sets, props, event signage and photo backdrops that engage church guests and, literally, set the stage for an encounter with Jesus.

We meet Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.

Saddleback Visual Arts (SVA) is a community-focused arts ministry for people to gather together and be activate in creativity as part of their walk with God. We believe that art creates transformation when rooted in the Spirit of God. We hope to see fully alive to your God-given creativity and so we continually offer community as well as resources, classes, and serve projects. We use the arts to make the church come more vibrant and to make the gospel visible in our communities.

Stay In The Know
1. TEXTS: Text "SVA" to 83000* and you'll get 1 essential invitation per month to stay connected.
2. JOIN: Click the blue"VOLUNTEER" button in the Connect section below. We'll reach out with an invite to a Welcome Coffee with a few others so you can learn more.
3. COMMUNITY HUB: Join real-time conversations and collaborate on projects with the community on our [CoCreate Discord chat.](https://discord.gg/eTJPpwPq5X)
4. SUBMIT ARTWORK: Want to show your work in one of our venues in the church or in the city? [Read more and Submit here. ](https://forms.gle/zZix1rPmfqsPhkmA8)

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Open Create Hours
The Arts Center in Tent 1 at Saddleback Lake Forest is open weekly for you to use for your creative projects and connection to community. It's a co-working space for creatives.
Thursdays 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

See Details + FAQs by clicking on an Events Listing below

We are a Christ-centered community of women who are LEARNING God's word together, LOVING others authentically, SERVING compassionately, and PRAYING boldly with expectant faith.



Saddleback Women aims to welcome women with open arms, connect them to God and others, equip them to live out God's purpose for their lives, and send them out to share Christ's love with their communities and the world.

Through healthy small groups, authentic mentorship, and outreach opportunities, Saddleback Women seeks to ignite passion for the Great Commandment and Great Commission in the heart of every woman on earth.

We are a team that facilitates the safety and security of those visiting our campus. We "serve and protect" by serving along side the Security Team staff and other ministries. A law enforcement background is not a requirement for service.

This team makes a big difference whenever a few extra hands are needed to help out. We send out one-off serving opportunities each month where the greatest needs are. This might be helping out on the weekend, assisting other teams with an event, or serving with your family in the community. These are unique serving opportunities that don't require ongoing activity.

We are volunteers who meet one-on-one with church members who have taken Activate 3 and have completed a SHAPE profile to assist them in discovering possibilities for service that would be most rewarding for them. By understanding their SHAPE, we try to connect them with various ministries, individuals and opportunities that would be a good fit.

Life is not meant to be lived alone. In fact, God hates loneliness. You were created to experience life with other people, and that's why at Saddleback, we encourage you to get into a small group.

A small group is a group of three or more people who gather each week in a home, workplace, or online. In a group you'll hang out, study the Word, and pray together.

Groups come in all shapes and sizes - married couples, singles, men, women, kids, no kids, workplace, under 20, over 40 - the list goes on. No matter where you are in life, there's a group for you.

SOSA Society, Survivors of Sexaul Assault support

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"God Keeps the Score, So You Don't Have To: There is Justice in Jesus" is the title of our workbook, a 14-week study and support group for women survivors of sexual assault. Our goal is to provide a safe place for you to be heard and supported in an empathetic listening environment. Participants will work through the workbook independently, and we will gather weekly to discuss the questions.

If you enjoy being a part of weekend events like Easter, Christmas, Summer Luau and others then join us to serve our members.

If you enjoy connecting with other people and taking on special projects, this is the place for you! On the Spiritual Maturity Team, you will embrace a combination of silliness and hard work. Our team helps with Foundations, CLASS 201, Teaching to Change Lives, Deeper Devotions, and other wonderful projects to help people get connected and grow in their relationship with Christ.

The Lake Forest Staff Support Team is made up of people who love Jesus, serving at their church, and having fun! They support Lake Forest events during the week like monthly staff meetings, staff team building days at the Ranch, monthly FIKA, and any special events that pop up by creating a fun environment through changing themes and creating new and fresh ideas for each event.

Someone who is trustworthy, flexible, creative and enjoys the behind-the-scenes work that goes into throwing large events would thrive on this team.

We prepare the room by ordering food/going shopping, setting up, praying over the venue, and afterwards, tearing down.

We work hard, but also love hanging out with each other while we serve the LF staff and members.

Each week, hundreds of people come to Saddleback Support groups for information, encouragement, and hope. We provide a safe place for people to find God's help in healing the trials, traumas, and tragedies that come into each of our lives. Our goal is to provide a place of comfort, strength, support and hope for people as they work through their personal struggles. You will find links to both medical and relational support groups.

God's Prescription for a Healthy Life The Daniel Plan is a faith-based plan to help you achieve a healthy lifestyle through 5 areas of life. Based on the New York Times best selling book The Daniel Plan, Forty Days to a Healthier Life written by Pastor Rick Warren, Dr. Mark Hyman, and Dr. Daniel Amen, The Daniel Plan will equip you with tools and resources to transform your body, mind, and soul.

Come and serve at the HUB to help us create a friendly and welcoming environment. This is a great opportunity to extend a welcoming hand to newcomers and new believers to help them find belonging and community within the congregation. Through this ministry, you can play a vital role in helping individuals find their place within the church family, enriching both their spiritual journey and your own.

The Initiative for Vulnerable Children at Saddleback Church exists to find a family for every child and equip the church to care for them. Come join us and provide a path of hope, help and healing for struggling families. Together, empowered by God, we can solve the orphan crisis making sure every child has a loving, well supported and stable place to call home. "A father to the fatherless, ...God sets the lonely in families" Psalm 68:5-6

God primarily created us for relationship- to love Him and others, as we love ourselves "correctly" (The Two Great Commandments). This Relational Learning and Development Class was built within a Support Group to help with that most worthy cause. We provide a step-by-step journey of learning the skills and tools it takes to help establish true harmony, unfailing love, and a sense of belonging to all friendships and relationships. Please come join us! Meets Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 pm at Lake Forest and also available online. For questions and to register, please reach out to the ministry contact.

The Translation Ministry at Saddleback Church provides document preparation, translation, and final layout for our international campus ministries. There are also opportunities to serve with the many other languages that are represented in our church.

Volunteers are much appreciated in the following two areas:
1. Translation: For Saddleback Church members possessing a bilingual proficiency of English and another language where our church is currently active in ministry.
2. Document layout: For anyone with at least moderate skills in either Microsoft, Adobe, or Google Drive applications.
Volunteers are welcome to work remotely, or at the Lake Forest campus ministry office.

Do you love last minute projects? Do you have a schedule that doesn't allow you to SERVE on a consistent basis? This ministry is the perfect fit for you. The opportunities are sent to you via an email and if your schedule allows you simply show up and serve palms up or delete the email and wait for the next opportunity. The members of this ministry are on an "on call" basis and the call to action happens during the weekday, weekend, daytime and nighttime. If this sounds like the perfect ministry for you, we can't wait to hear from you!

Through calls and cards, the Birthday Care Ministry reaches out to those with birthdays on a given month to let them know that #J-18808-Ljbffr