New Church Seeks Volunteers as Teachers, Musicians

Pastor Jim Gamache will lead services at 10 a.m. Sunday at Joyful Celebration Church. The newly organized church needs volunteers as Sunday school teachers, Youth Ministry leaders and musicians. The church is at 23371 Arroyo Vista, Mission Viejo. (949) 589-6039.

The Rev. Margaret Mohit will continue her “Your Spiritual Security” series with the message “Deepening and Developing” at 9 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Unity Community Church. Sunday school and child care will be provided. The church is at 22911 Mill Creek Road, Laguna Hills. (949) 472-9230.

The Rev. Suzanne Dougherty will speak on “Accedia/Sloth: A Deadly Sin, or Depression?” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Unitarian Universalist Church of South County. The Early Bird Discussion/Adult Forum will take place at 9:30 a.m. The church is at 25801 Obrero Drive, No. 7, Mission Viejo. (949) 581-0245.

The Rev. Ed Ewart will begin his “Growing Habits of the Heart” series with the message “Opening Your Gift” at 9 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Geneva Presbyterian Church of Laguna Hills. Communion will be celebrated at both services. Children in preschool through age 5 can attend Sunday school after the “Training for Young Disciples.” The church is at 24301 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills. (949) 837-2323.

Retired Cal State Fullerton Professor Robert Hodges will give the message “Reinventing Myself as a Volunteer” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at the Unitarian Church of Orange County. Hodges will tell about his work with AIDS Services. Child care will be available. The church is at 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim. (714) 758-1050.

Clinical psychologist Karen Anderson will speak on “Taking the High Road” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church. The talk will deal with social relationships. Child care and youth religious education will be offered. The church is at 1259 Victoria St., Costa Mesa. (949) 646-4652.

The Rev. Chris Schriner will speak on “What We Can Learn From Other Faiths” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Laguna Beach. Schriner will explore philosophies of major religions, including spiritual traditions of Native Americans.

A “Pathways of the Heart” women’s focus program will take place from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday. The topic will be “The Language of Touch: Listening to the Message of the Body.” The church is at 429 Cypress Drive, Laguna Beach. (949) 497-4568.

Special Services

The Center for Spiritual Development will present “Heart of the Celts,” an evening of Irish spirituality, from 7 to 9:30 this evening. The event will feature storytelling, songs, dances and prayers in the Celtic tradition. An Irish tea and benefit drawing (with an Irish-vacation grand prize) will conclude the evening. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. The center is at 434 S. Batavia St., Orange. (714) 744-3175.

The Rev. Rober Pietsch will continue the Gospel of John Lenten series with the sermon “The Good Shepherd” at 8:45 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Trinity United Presbyterian Church.

Reservations are being accepted for a traditional Passover Seder from 7 to 9 p.m. March 27. Cost is $5 a person or $12 a family. The church is at 13922 Prospect Ave., Santa Ana. (714) 544-7850.

St. Matthew’s Traditional Episcopal Church will continue its “Introduction to Anglican Faith and Practice” with the fourth session, “How to Worship in the Eucharist,” at 9 a.m. Sunday. The evangelism committee will host a Lenten dinner between 6:30 and 9 p.m. Friday. Reservations are requested. The church is at 1723 Westcliff Drive, Newport Beach. (949) 646-1152.

Performances

The Hebrew Academy will present its annual Pesach Extravaganza at 10 a.m. Sunday in the multipurpose room. More than 100 students will perform in the program. The academy is at 14401 Willow Lane, Westminster. (714) 898-0051.

The Praise Symphony Orchestra will perform a family-oriented concert at 4 p.m. Sunday at Morningside Presbyterian Church. A freewill offering will be taken. The orchestra, whose members range from retired adults to high school students, rehearses weekly and practices monthly. The church is at 1201 E. Dorothy Lane, Fullerton. (714) 871-7072.

Organist John Scott Whitely of York Minster Cathedral, England, will be in concert at 4 p.m. Sunday at South Shores Church. Tickets are $10.

The church will host a “We Love Our Seniors” luncheon at 11 a.m. March 25. The event, which is free to anyone 65 or over, will feature music and entertainment. The church is at 32712 Crown Valley Parkway, Monarch Beach. (949) 496-9331.

Rock Harbor Church and Triangle Square will present the Revelers in concert from 6 to 9 this evening in the Triangle Square courtyard. Triangle Square, 1870 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa. (714) 546-1919.

Yorba Linda United Methodist Church will present the one-man drama “The Confession of St. Patrick,” with Roger Nelson, at 7 this evening. The church is at 19002 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda. (714) 777-2885.

The McFadden Middle School Choir will perform during services at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the University Synagogue. The synagogue adopted the school seven years ago.

Next Saturday, Rabbi Arnold Rachlis will teach an “Advanced Reconstructionism” class from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The synagogue is at 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine. (949) 553-3535.

Other Notes

The Temple Bat Yahm Sisterhood will help coordinate a Mitzvah Day beginning at 9:30 a.m. Sunday at the temple. Several hundred families arranged into teams will volunteer to help the needy. They will prepare lunch and create art projects for residents at Orange County Interfaith Shelter, pack and deliver food on behalf of Friends in Service to Humanity, glean on behalf of Orange County Harvest and more. The temple is at 1011 Camelback St., Newport Beach. (949) 644-1999.

A “Talking About Sex” luncheon for clergy, youths and parent group advisors will take place at noon Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church of Anaheim. Reservations are requested. The church is at 310 W. Broadway St., Anaheim. (714) 535-2176.

The United Methodist Women of Fullerton at First United Methodist Church will have a rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. next Saturday in the church’s South Lounge and patio. Items will include furniture, appliances, clothing, jewelry and toys. The church is at 114 N. Pomona Ave., Fullerton. (714) 871-4115.

An Emergency Resources Fair will be offered from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Booths, displays and activities will focus on issues such as Y2K, care and shelter, search and rescue, food storage and first aid. The church is at 5402 Heil Ave., Huntington Beach. (714) 847-3803.

The Temple Beth David Sisterhood will have its annual Shabbat dinner and creative services at 6:30 p.m. Friday. Rabbi Heidi Cohen will speak on “The Sacrifices Made by Women Rabbis.” Dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Reservations are required by Monday. The temple is at 6100 Hefley St., Westminster. (714) 892-6623.

Huntington Beach Baptist Church, Worship Center and Wedding Chapel now will offer services at 6:30 Saturday evenings. The Rev. Mike Wilson will speak each week, and there will be music and singing. The church is at 8121 Ellis Ave., Huntington Beach. (714) 848-8481.

Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church will host its second annual St. Patrick’s Day dinner and dance at 6 this evening. Music will be provided by the Lads, who will perform at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Funds raised will benefit the music ministry. The church is at 20444 Magnolia St., Huntington Beach. (714) 962-3333.

First United Methodist Church of Orange will present an Easter fun day for all ages from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Friday. There will be basket and pretzel making and games. Cost is $2 per child with a $10 family maximum. The church is at 161 S. Orange St., Orange. (714) 532-6363.

Temple IJC Reform Congregation will have its second annual Monte Carlo Gala this evening at the Revere House Restaurant. The $35 admission fee includes dinner and entertainment. The restaurant is at 900 W. 1st St., Tustin. (949) 829-5880.

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