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March 9, 2022 by Derick Zeulner
As we discover more from Bogdan Mazur and our partners from Lifesong in Ukraine we'll post it here....
July 20, 2021 by Derick Zeulner
It’s not always easy to know how to talk to our kids about the big topics. And yet, instinctively we know that we can’t avoid them because the culture around us is ready to fill in the blanks. In Proverbs 5 and 7, King Solomon broaches the tough topics of sex and temptations, in and out of marriage, with his sons with profound insight. But how are you going to tackle these topics with your kids? ...
May 13, 2021 by Derick Zeulner
To help enrich this season, we want to help you bring God's Word into the week by giving you the opportunity to study along and uncover God's truth at home. This guide has helpful introductions to the series and Book of Acts, 5-a-day readings, discussion questions for groups, and a place for your sermon notes. ...
January 21, 2021 by Derick Zeulner
What are we supposed to do with passages of scripture that seemed to condone the killing of other people? Even more, what are we supposed to do with a God that would command such actions? Discover 4 great resources to better understand what God was doing in the Canaanite conquest and judgment....
January 14, 2021 by Derick Zeulner
We created a ten-week guide with 5-a-week readings in the Scriptures, group questions, and other spiritual experiences to make sure we not only reject the bad, but fill ourselves up with the good that God has for us -- replacing the 'likes' of the world, with God's own heart....
October 1, 2020 by Derick Zeulner
Questions out of Ephesians 2:11-22. Week 4 of Leaving Normal Behind series....
September 24, 2020 by Derick Zeulner
Questions out of Ephesians 2:1-10. Week 3 of Leaving Normal Behind series....
April 8, 2020 by Rachael Heinsen
With so many questions going around, many unanswered, Rachael encourages us to rediscover lament -- the biblical practice of bringing your pain to the Lord so that you can rest in the fact that He is there with you....
March 24, 2020 by Sean McDowell
South Shores Church member, Dr. Sean McDowell takes a different look at the time we are in; one that sees an opportunity to love....
March 18, 2020 by Sean McDowell
South Shores Church member, Dr. Sean McDowell tackles the difficult question of why God would allow the coronavirus pandemic. Originally published on his blog at Seanmcdowell.org...
September 25, 2019 by Derick Zeulner
We live in a beautiful world, but rather than get stuck on what was created, scripture takes us to Jesus to have greater awe, peace and understanding in our world....
July 30, 2019 by Derick Zeulner
We want South Shores Church to be a safe place for broken people to find healing, in our bodies and our souls, with our ultimate healing found in Jesus Christ. Dr. JP Moreland's book, "Finding Quiet" can help....
June 13, 2019 by Derick Zeulner
A message of hope for dads who simply don't feel like they're enough....
December 15, 2019 by | Tags: Christmas, kids
The kids of South Shores tell the Christmas story in four parts, answering the questions: was Mary freaked out? what size was the angel that appeared to shepherds? What were the gifts that the wisemen brought to Jesus? And many more!...
Keep ReadingApril 10, 2019 by | Tags: kids, games, fun, Family, free, Easter, egg hunt, eggs, carnival
Join us as South Shores Church celebrates Easter with some fun at this free event! Easter Fair | Saturday, April 20, 10 AM - 1 PM | CVCS Football Field | 23032 Del Obispo Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675...
Keep ReadingFebruary 7, 2019 | 1 Comments by Derick Zeulner | Tags: kids, Jesus, difficult, questions, answers
What do you do when your kid asks a difficult question about the Bible? Pastor Derick shares his recent experience and some lessons to take to heart along the way....
Keep ReadingNovember 7, 2018 by Derick Zeulner | Tags: children, kids, Jesus, Family, disciple
How do you help your children build a solid understanding of God and his work in the world? How do you raise kids who love Jesus?...
Keep ReadingJuly 19, 2018 by | Tags: kids, Summer, vbs, animals
Our Weird Animals Wacky Wednesday was a hit. The worship center was turned into a jungle where our fierce animals learned the story of Noah and how God always keeps His promises....
Keep ReadingAugust 31, 2017 by Derick Zeulner | Tags: kids, Bible Study, Family, freedom, mom
Freedom is for everyone who wants it...
Keep ReadingJuly 18, 2017 | 2 Comments by | Tags: children, kids, Jesus, Summer, vbs, factory
Watch and enjoy the incredible moments from VBS 2017 - "Make Fun Factory."...
Keep ReadingJune 24, 2017 by | Category: Kids | Tags: kids, Summer, vbs, soccer
South Shores Kids Ministry is planning a summer packed with fun. Mark your calendars now for these summer events: VBS, Ambassadors Soccer Camp, Wacky Wednesdays!...
Keep ReadingJuly 14, 2016 by | Category: Wacky Wednesday | Tags: san juan, kids, Bible, games, fun, Summer, wednesday, vbs, wacky, fair, craft, snack
The first Wacky Wednesday was a huge success. Our San Juan campus was transformed into the South Shores Fair where kids learned about how we are all invited to join God’s party. We had five fun packed stations where our fair guests got to take turns on the bounce house, play carnival games both inside and outside, and enjoy some popcorn and pixie sticks! It was a wonderf...
Keep ReadingJune 22, 2016 by | Category: VBS | Tags: children, kids, church, Jesus, fun, Summer, vbs, cave quest, direction
Pictures and highlights from Day Three of Cave Quest VBS....
Keep ReadingJune 22, 2016 by | Category: VBS | Tags: children, kids, Jesus, fun, courage, vbs, cave quest, day 2
Day Two of VBS pictures and highlights. Jesus gives us courage!...
Keep ReadingJune 16, 2016 by Derick Zeulner | Category: San Juan Campus | Tags: kids, fun, Summer, Family, movies, outdoor, night, pixar, disney, zootopia, inside out, lorax, good dinosaur, cartoon, san juan, dana point, san juan capistrano
Join us on the football field at CVCS as we gather for fun, family-friendly movies projected on a big outdoor screen. Bring the kids, the neighborhood, bring the whole community! It's going to be a blast. Friday Nights from July 8-29, 2016. Event Begins at 7:00 PM (Start getting your spot all ready with chairs and blankets) Movie will begin at dusk (aprox 8:15 PM). ...
Keep ReadingDecember 8, 2015 by Derick Zeulner | Category: Holidays | Tags: kids, worship, story, Family, music, Christmas, Prayer, reading, Eve, scripture
Christmas Eve is just around the corner and we want to be part of your family tradition! We have four different times and two different locations to choose from for your convenience. Make sure Christ is the main part of your Christmas celebration! (Each service is one hour in length)...
Keep ReadingJuly 23, 2015 by | Category: Kids | Tags: south shores, kids, san juan capistrano, vbs, wacky, Summer, Science
It has been quite the three wacky days at South Shores San Juan’s first VBS. Each day the wacky Dr. Petri and his lovely lab assistant, Sally, revealed through exciting and mega-powered science experiments God’s wonderful plan for us....
Keep ReadingMarch 25, 2015 by Derick Zeulner | Category: Holidays | Tags: kids, worship, Jesus, Bible, fun, Easter, good friday, maundy thursday, holy thursday, fair, activities, communion, eggstravaganza
There is a lot going on at South Shores Church this week for you to participate and celebrate the hope that we have in Christ!...
Keep ReadingAugust 1, 2014 | 2 Comments by | Category: VBS | Tags: kids, Jesus, vbs, weird animals
Day One of Weird Animals VBS was wonderful! Kids learned that even when they feel left out, Jesus loves you...
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Day Two of VBS taught us that even though you are different, Jesus loves you....
Keep ReadingAugust 1, 2014 by | Category: VBS | Tags: children, kids, Jesus, Bible, vbs, weird animals
Day 3 at Weird Animals VBS was wilder than ever. ...
Keep ReadingAugust 1, 2014 by | Category: VBS | Tags: children, kids, Jesus, Bible, vbs, weird animals
We learned that even though you do wrong. . . Jesus loves you! ...
Keep ReadingAugust 1, 2014 by | Category: Kids | Tags: kids, Bible, games, fun, wednesday, wacky, activity
The three Wednesdays following VBS are getting a little wacky....
Keep ReadingAugust 1, 2014 by | Category: VBS | Tags: kids, church, Jesus, vbs, weird animals, animals
On our last day at Weird Animals VBS we learned that even when you're afraid. . . Jesus loves you! ...
Keep ReadingAugust 1, 2014 | 1 Comments by | Category: VBS | Tags: kids, vbs, animals, weird, video
VBS 2014 was one wild and crazy week! Everyday kids were reminded that no matter what they do or how they feel, Jesus loves them....
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