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Thursdays at 6:30 PM in the Chapel
All are invited to join us on Thursday evenings during Lent for a time of prayer, scripture, and song in the Briggs Chapel. These brief times of worship will help us observe the season between Ash Wednesday and Holy Week by hearing from God’s word and taking time to reflect and pray.
Thursday, March 13, 20, 27, April 3 and 10
For more information contact Juan Carlos Acosta, Director of Worship jacosta@villagechurch.org
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Ushers Ministry Planning Luncheon | |
This Sunday, February 23 | 12:00-1:30 PM | Parlor
The Usher Ministry is seeking new members to help greet attendees and assist during worship services. We invite you to a planning and training luncheon in the parlor on Sunday, February 23. This event is for current ushers and anyone interested in learning more about becoming an usher. We hope you can join us!
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED FOR LUNCH
Please email Calieanne Grossheim at calieg@villagechurch.org
to reserve a spot or for more information.
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This Sunday, February 23
The Annual Meeting of the Congregation will be held on Sunday, February 23, at the conclusion of the 10:30 worship service. The meeting will include a brief address on “The State of the Church,” a finance report, and voting on new officers and changes in the terms of call of the pastor. All members are encouraged to attend!
For more information please contact Pastor Jack Baca: jackb@villagechurch.org
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Next Sunday, March 2 | 11:45 AM
Explorations: What Does It Mean to Become a Member of The Village Church?
Join the pastors and leaders for lunch and conversation on what it means to become a member of The Village Church. Opportunities to join will be available or just come and check it out!
RSVP and for more information please contact Pastor Janice Cook: janc@villagechurch.org
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Help Serve the Homeless at the Branch BBQ | |
This Saturday, February 22 | 12:00-2:00 PM
Join us in spreading kindness by serving a meal to those in need at Ventura Cove in Mission Bay. This is a great opportunity to share food and the love of Christ with our community.
Please consider baking cookies or brownies to bring joy to those we serve. Deliver them to the church before 12:00 Noon tomorrow, Thursday, February 20. Together, we can uplift the spirits of those around us!
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UrbanLife Farms
Church Wide Invitation
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Saturday, March 1 | 9:00 - 12:00 PM
We're heading to UrbanLife Farms to work in the community garden. All ages are welcome! We will finish the day with lunch (sandwiches, chips and beverages) catered by UrbanLife Cafe. The group is limited to 15; bring gloves. UrbanLife dvelops young leaders through spiritual, physical, academic, and professional development.
UrbanLife Farms
5202 Orange Ave.
San Diego, CA 92115
RSVP at the Mission Table on the patio on Sundays or e-mail Gretchen Scruggs, Director of Mission Ministries
gretchens@villagechurch.org
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Give Blood. Help Save Lives! | |
Sunday, March 2 | 8:00 - 2:30 PM
We are hosting a blood drive on Sunday, March 2 from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM in the preschool parking lot. In partnership with the American Red Cross, the Church is urging community members to donate blood for patients in local hospitals. Donors will receive a $10 Amazon gift card.
Schedule an appointment online or for more information visit our website.
Donors must be at least 16 years old, and all blood types are needed.
Questions, Contact Deacon Kathy Collins: kathysc77@gmail.com
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Wednesday, March 5 | 7:00 PM
As the Season of Lent begins, we come together to reflect on
Christ’s profound sacrifice, leading us to the joy of Easter morning.
Join us for our Traditional Worship Service of Repentance and Renewal
at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary.
Embrace this personal journey of reflection and renewal by participating in this meaningful time of worship. To help you continue your journey, we encourage you to sign up for our Lenten Devotional.
For those unable to attend, join us online for our live stream.
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March 5 – April 17, 2025
Begin your personal season of reflection and renewal with this special spiritual practice of devotion and prayer.
The devotional guide will primarily be distributed as our daily devotional email. If you're not part of that mailing list, you can sign up with the online form, download a digital copy online, or request a printed copy by calling the church office 858.756.2441.
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Monday Evening Lenten Study | |
Monday, March 10 | 6:30-8:00 PM
Join us for a six-week study of N.T. Wright's Book "The Day the Revolution Began."
The study begins Monday, March 10 at 6:30 PM, with our last meeting on April 14. We will have roundtable discussions about the major themes of the book, learn together, and ask questions. The meeting will be held in-person, but we will also have a Zoom link for those who cannot attend in person.
If you are interested or need additional information, please contact Laura Metzger at ljmetzger@gmail.com
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Memorial Celebrations
A worship service to celebrate the life of Carol Keeney will be held Friday, February 21, at 2:00 PM in the Sanctuary. Please keep the Keeney family in your prayers.
A worship service to celebrate the life of Tim Sullivan will be held Friday, February 28, at 2:00 PM in the Sanctuary. Please keep the Sullivan family in your prayers.
A worship service to celebrate the life of Sara Flores Rubio will be held Saturday, March 1, at 2:00 PM in the Briggs Chapel. Please keep the Rubio family in your prayers.
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Second Corinthians Bible Study | |
A letter penned by Paul to address Christians living in a pagan world. The study is recorded on Wednesday mornings and is available to watch online the next day.
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for more Bible Study lessons.
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February Series:
Heart to Heart - I Am Loved
As we commemorate love this month within our culture, it’s essential to anchor our understanding of love within the framework of the Bible.
This month offers an opportunity to deeply explore and contemplate the authentic truth of love, guided by the wisdom and insight of God, the ultimate source of love.
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Contact our Christine Hecker, Director of Youth Ministry for more information or see more online
christineh@villagechurch.org
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Presbyterian Youth Triennium
July 28-31, 2025
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Every 3 years, high school students from across the country get together for connection, leadership training, worship and games.
This year our Youth Ministry will be taking a small group of our high school students to Louisville, KY for this amazing experience.
Incoming freshmen through graduating seniors are eligible.
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