It takes an army of volunteers to pull off our Sunday services. We’re grateful for those who serve heroically each week by setting up and tearing down, making coffee, and caring for our kids. We’re looking for more who can join in.
If you’re looking for a way to serve God and make a difference in the life of our church, contact us and we will provide you with next steps.
We sang. We prayed. We ate. We drank. We considered. We celebrated. This is what Christians do. Our Savior has purchased our redemption at the cost of His life. We are glad. We are together.
Sunday night was a beautiful expression of these realities.
Well done, Sovereign Grace Church.
This Sunday marks our 4th annual Communion Service (see photos from previous years). We gather for a huge banquet-style meal punctuated by moments of reflection on the broken body and shed blood of our Savior. It’s the privilege of those who have been welcomed into the family of God through the sacrifice of His only begotten Son.
Our Sunday morning service is canceled. The Communion Service begins at 5pm at our normal meeting place, the Woman's Club of Orange. Everyone contributes. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we get asked:
What can I bring?
Households of 1 or 2 people bring a vegetable side or salad.
Households of 3 bring mashed potatoes.
Households of 4 or more brings mashed potatoes and a dessert.
Will there be childcare?
Not this Sunday. Family-style means everybody will be together the entire time. Kids will get antsy and that's ok. Don't feel bad about getting up and down from your seat with your children.
I have a baby/toddler. Does my household count as a 3 person household?
If you expect your child to eat the food we are sharing, count them. If not, or not really, err on the side of the smaller household number.
How can I keep my dish warm?
If you bring your food in a crockpot, you will be able to plug it in at the table.
I have special dietary needs. What is the main dish?
The main dish is chicken marinated in olive oil and spices. No gluten, no soy ingredients, and no sugar.
I have special dietary needs. Can I sit by food I am able to eat?
You can sit anywhere you like. If you don't find a place where you can fill your plate with enough food that fits your diet, please feel free to check other tables.
Are guests and regular attenders welcome?
Yes, please join us!
I am not sure if I/my children should participate in the Lord's Supper. What should I do?
Anyone who has placed their trust in Christ is invited to join us. Please read our statement on communion for more information. We welcome you to contact one of our pastors if you would like to discuss further.
Is there anything else I can do to help?
Yes, please. Contact Anne for instructions.
We’ve invited pastor, author, and biblical counselor Andy Farmer to come to Orange and help us grow. We’ve lined up a few things for you to take advantage of. Make sure you’re registered (where appropriate) and ready:
Register: Loving and Listening Seminar
”There’s more to personal ministry than talk.”
7:00pm-9:00pm
First United Methodist Church of Orange
Psalm 116 - Sermon on Mental Illness
Sovereign Grace Church of Orange
Sunday Service - 10:30am
Mental Illness Q&A
6:00pm-8:00pm
Woman’s Club of Orange
We all lose an hour of sleep on Sunday morning. For those of you with real clocks, make sure you set them ahead an hour before your head hits the pillow on Saturday night.
Even if you forget, you won't be late to church. Our morning service is canceled and our evening Communion Service starts at 5:00pm.
Adults and kids of all ages are welcome to join us at 3:00pm every Tuesday afternoon at Hart Park.
Guests are welcome. Bring your friends. Get all the details on our Facebook page.
Registration is open for our 2019 Women’s Retreat! Sovereign Grace Churches of Orange and Santa Ana are co-hosting. We will be at Mt. Kare in Wrightwood, CA.
Ladies, don’t miss this opportunity to connect with God and with one another. These moments away from the busyness of everyday life are good for your soul and good for your friendships with other women.
Gentlemen, you have a part to play! Take the kids. Set aside the funds. Make sure your wife, fiance, or girlfriend is there. Do whatever you have to do.
All women age 16 and older from inside and outside the church are invited. Cost is $150/attendee. Carpooling and financial assistance are available.
This year we’ve challenged you to memorize 12 Bible Verses Every Californian Needs to Know. Each month we provide a Bible verse and you commit it to memory. For those who complete all 12 months, we will throw a party celebrating the ways God has strengthened you through His word.
For memorizing, we recommend you read the verse 10 times then recite it 10 times. Do this each day and within a few days it will stick. Learn more about how to memorize Scripture here and here.
Once you have it memorized, recite it for us before the month is over. You have two options:
Record a video and send it to info@sovgraceoc.org. You’re on the honor system, but make sure to keep your eyes on the camera the whole time.
OR
Head to our Welcome Desk on a Sunday morning and recite it to one of the Connect Team members. After you do, send an email to info@sovgraceoc.org letting us know which Connect Team member you recited it to.
1 The Lord reigns, let the earth rejoice;
let the many coastlands be glad!
2 Clouds and thick darkness are all around him;
righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne.
3 Fire goes before him
and burns up his adversaries all around.
4 His lightnings light up the world;
the earth sees and trembles.
5 The mountains melt like wax before the Lord,
before the Lord of all the earth.
6 The heavens proclaim his righteousness,
and all the peoples see his glory.