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A MIGHT Y DESTINY By Lisa Fontaine, Storyteller
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iving in a city known for elevated crime, poverty, and gangs, seven-year-old Destiny was no stranger to courage. But bravery took on an entirely different meaning for her as she fought a daily battle with multiple rare illnesses. Because Destiny was unable to attend school until first grade, she was nearly illiterate. She may have been small, but God had big plans to showcase her strength as a lighthouse of hope that would unlock the hearts of a community. The house next to Destiny’s had been a crack house for years until City Church moved in and transformed it into a place of worship and education. Through a partnership between Saddleback’s Good Neighbor Compton outreach and City Church, a homework club was set up on that property to improve academics in the community. Destiny and her brother Pepe went to the homework “Her physical club for tutoring, and when a volunteer discovered that Destiny did not scars ran deep — know how to read, she enlisted Pepe’s help. Within a few days, he taught his sister to read 24 words. but her strength Although Destiny’s family kept Christianity at arm’s length, it ran far deeper” didn’t stop her from attending Sunday services at City Church. As she grew in her faith, God began using her to encourage and inspire others. Destiny’s physical scars ran deep — but her strength ran far deeper. Her unshakable hope and contagious joy captured the hearts of everyone she met. Her spirit even impacted her family. One by one, they started attending church and, this past Easter, her oldest brother and dad were baptized. Destiny began to see changes in her oldest brother that only God could have made. He began reading the Bible, praying for their family, and much to her heart’s delight, started calling their mother “Mom” instead of her first name. Last Sunday, with her family and church around her to celebrate the moment, Destiny also was baptized. She says that she wants everyone to know that Jesus can change their lives — just like he did for her brother. Destiny may not realize it, but God is using her life as a compass for others. This extraordinary little girl’s strength and courage is effortlessly guiding people to the love and hope found in Christ.
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MY NEXT STEPS God has a plan and purpose for you and we want to help you reach your God-sized potential. Fill out the card below and we will help you get connected and take the next step on your spiritual journey. Name:
Welcome to
Email:
SADDLEBACK
Phone: Address:
LAKE FOREST
City:
Draw close to God and unlock a fuller, more meaningful life.
State:
ZIP:
Make LAKE FOREST my home campus.
November 14–16 B Saddleback Retreat Center Early Bird Registration $175 (SHARED ROOM) / $225 (SINGLE ROOM)
Learn more and register at saddleback.com/abidinglife.
CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: This is my first time at Saddleback. I made the decision to follow Christ today. I want to learn more about accepting Jesus Christ as my Savior. I am ready to be baptized.
NEW HERE?
NEED PRAYER?
Pick up a gift from a Welcome Team Visit the Prayer Garden on the member. If you’re our guest please patio after the service to have one don’t feel obligated to give an offering. of our team members pray for you.
WANT TO MAKE A FRESH START?
LEAVE NOTHING TO CHANCE THROUGH ESTATE PLANNING
I am interested in belonging to a small group.
To begin or renew your relationship with God, stop by the Fresh Start table on the patio after the service.
Estate planning is an essential part of protecting your assets for the future. Discover how to reduce taxes, save time and money for your loved ones, and have a living trust created at no cost through our free estate planning seminar. Whether you have an estate plan in place or not, let us help you navigate through the issues and build a foundation for the future. Join us Saturday, September 27 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM in the Plaza Room. saddleback.com/events (SEARCH : ESTATE)
I am ready to become a member and join the Saddleback family.
LAKE FOREST CALENDAR: For more information and events, visit saddleback.com/events.
09.22
Men’s On Campus Bible Study: Family
09.27
Beautify Lake Forest SE ARCH: BE AUTIF Y
SEARCH: MEN’S
09.24
Daniel Plan On Campus Small Groups
09.29
Career Coaching Ministry SEARCH: CAREER
SE ARCH: DANIEL PL AN GROUPS
09.25
ADD Support Group
10.04
SEARCH: ADD
Stepfamily Women’s Bible Study S E A R C H : S T E P F A M I LY
09.27
Comedy Show S E A R C H : C O M E DY
10.04
Widows Support Group SEARCH: WIDOWS
[email protected] • (949) 609-8000 • saddleback.com/lakeforest
P E A C E NIGHT — YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE The P E A C E Plan uses people like you to change lives around the world. Come hear all the exciting things God is doing through Local and Global P E A C E, and get the latest information on what’s new and where we’re headed next. Whether you’re called to serve abroad or closer to home, you’ll discover ways you can make an impact. Bring your favorite dish to share and join us Saturday, September 27 at 6:00 PM in Tent 3. saddleback.com/events (SEARCH: PEACE NIGHT)
PLEASE SEND ME INFORMATION ABOUT SERVING IN: (check all that apply) Campus Teams
Our Community
Saddleback Students
Care & Support Team
P E A C E Center
Sports & Fitness
Office/Administration
Saddleback Kids
Weekend Teams
Other:
PRAYER REQUESTS/COMMENTS: Please share your prayer requests so that our pastors can pray for you.
NEW H2H GROUPS FOR SINGLES House to House (H 2H) Gatherings are a place for single adults of all ages to develop friendships and study God’s Word. H 2H brings singles together based on age and location in a casual, home environment on Friday nights. Have fun, make new friends, and participate in intriguing, host-led topics of discussion. The new 10-week session begins Friday, September 26. Pre-registration is required. Sign up today! saddleback.com/events (SEARCH: H2H)
Please place this in the offering basket or drop it off on the way out.
A MIGHT Y DESTINY By Lisa Fontaine, Storyteller
L
Get Connected at Saddleback God created us to live in community. We're designed to laugh, grow, and serve together. Saddleback has so many ways for you and your family to connect with others, develop lasting friendships, and experience life-change. Our weekly eNews will keep you plugged into the latest news and events. Subscribe today and we’ll deliver it right to your inbox every week.
Sign up today!
iving in a city known for elevated crime, poverty, and gangs, seven-year-old Destiny was no stranger to courage. But bravery took on an entirely different meaning for her as she fought a daily battle with multiple rare illnesses. Because Destiny was unable to attend school until first grade, she was nearly illiterate. She may have been small, but God had big plans to showcase her strength as a lighthouse of hope that would unlock the hearts of a community. The house next to Destiny’s had been a crack house for years until City Church moved in and transformed it into a place of worship and education. Through a partnership between Saddleback’s Good Neighbor Compton outreach and City Church, a homework club was set up on that property to improve academics in the community. Destiny and her brother Pepe went to the homework “Her physical club for tutoring, and when a volunteer discovered that Destiny did not scars ran deep — know how to read, she enlisted Pepe’s help. Within a few days, he taught his sister to read 24 words. but her strength Although Destiny’s family kept Christianity at arm’s length, it ran far deeper” didn’t stop her from attending Sunday services at City Church. As she grew in her faith, God began using her to encourage and inspire others. Destiny’s physical scars ran deep — but her strength ran far deeper. Her unshakable hope and contagious joy captured the hearts of everyone she met. Her spirit even impacted her family. One by one, they started attending church and, this past Easter, her oldest brother and dad were baptized. Destiny began to see changes in her oldest brother that only God could have made. He began reading the Bible, praying for their family, and much to her heart’s delight, started calling their mother “Mom” instead of her first name. Last Sunday, with her family and church around her to celebrate the moment, Destiny also was baptized. She says that she wants everyone to know that Jesus can change their lives — just like he did for her brother. Destiny may not realize it, but God is using her life as a compass for others. This extraordinary little girl’s strength and courage is effortlessly guiding people to the love and hope found in Christ.
I’d like to receive Saddleback’s weekly eNews.
Read the full story at saddleback.com/stories.
Please turn over and complete the other side. saddleback .com
/saddlebackchurch
@saddleback
MY NEXT STEPS God has a plan and purpose for you and we want to help you reach your God-sized potential. Fill out the card below and we will help you get connected and take the next step on your spiritual journey. Name:
Welcome to
Email:
SADDLEBACK
Phone: Address:
LAKE FOREST
City:
Draw close to God and unlock a fuller, more meaningful life.
State:
ZIP:
Make LAKE FOREST my home campus.
November 14–16 B Saddleback Retreat Center Early Bird Registration $175 (SHARED ROOM) / $225 (SINGLE ROOM)
Learn more and register at saddleback.com/abidinglife.
CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: This is my first time at Saddleback. I made the decision to follow Christ today. I want to learn more about accepting Jesus Christ as my Savior. I am ready to be baptized.
NEW HERE?
NEED PRAYER?
Pick up a gift from a Welcome Team Visit the Prayer Garden on the member. If you’re our guest please patio after the service to have one don’t feel obligated to give an offering. of our team members pray for you.
WANT TO MAKE A FRESH START?
LEAVE NOTHING TO CHANCE THROUGH ESTATE PLANNING
I am interested in belonging to a small group.
To begin or renew your relationship with God, stop by the Fresh Start table on the patio after the service.
Estate planning is an essential part of protecting your assets for the future. Discover how to reduce taxes, save time and money for your loved ones, and have a living trust created at no cost through our free estate planning seminar. Whether you have an estate plan in place or not, let us help you navigate through the issues and build a foundation for the future. Join us Saturday, September 27 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM in the Plaza Room. saddleback.com/events (SEARCH : ESTATE)
I am ready to become a member and join the Saddleback family.
LAKE FOREST CALENDAR: For more information and events, visit saddleback.com/events.
09.22
Men’s On Campus Bible Study: Family
09.27
Beautify Lake Forest SE ARCH: BE AUTIF Y
SEARCH: MEN’S
09.24
Daniel Plan On Campus Small Groups
09.29
Career Coaching Ministry SEARCH: CAREER
SE ARCH: DANIEL PL AN GROUPS
09.25
ADD Support Group
10.04
SEARCH: ADD
Stepfamily Women’s Bible Study S E A R C H : S T E P F A M I LY
09.27
Comedy Show S E A R C H : C O M E DY
10.04
Widows Support Group SEARCH: WIDOWS
[email protected] • (949) 609-8000 • saddleback.com/lakeforest
P E A C E NIGHT — YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE The P E A C E Plan uses people like you to change lives around the world. Come hear all the exciting things God is doing through Local and Global P E A C E, and get the latest information on what’s new and where we’re headed next. Whether you’re called to serve abroad or closer to home, you’ll discover ways you can make an impact. Bring your favorite dish to share and join us Saturday, September 27 at 6:00 PM in Tent 3. saddleback.com/events (SEARCH: PEACE NIGHT)
PLEASE SEND ME INFORMATION ABOUT SERVING IN: (check all that apply) Campus Teams
Our Community
Saddleback Students
Care & Support Team
P E A C E Center
Sports & Fitness
Office/Administration
Saddleback Kids
Weekend Teams
Other:
PRAYER REQUESTS/COMMENTS: Please share your prayer requests so that our pastors can pray for you.
NEW H2H GROUPS FOR SINGLES House to House (H 2H) Gatherings are a place for single adults of all ages to develop friendships and study God’s Word. H 2H brings singles together based on age and location in a casual, home environment on Friday nights. Have fun, make new friends, and participate in intriguing, host-led topics of discussion. The new 10-week session begins Friday, September 26. Pre-registration is required. Sign up today! saddleback.com/events (SEARCH: H2H)
Please place this in the offering basket or drop it off on the way out.
