Watch Senators McCain and Obama at Saddleback Saturday night

August 16 & 17
	We're honored to welcome Senators John McCain and Barack Obama to our campus this Saturday, August 16, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for their first joint appearance as presidential candidates. Pastor Rick will interview each candidate on topics of stewardship, worldview, leadership, and America's role in the world. Invite your friends to watch the forum live on CNN or KDOC. To learn more or to view the event online, visit www.saddlebackcivilforum.com.
	"To love him with all your heart, with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself is more important than all burnt offerings and sacrifices." Mark 12:33 (NIV)
	Be a part of our workshop and learn some essential biblical tools for growing in your role as a parent and developing a parenting plan built on a spiritual foundation. Saturday, September 6 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Tent 3 Do you want to grow in your walk with Christ? Then take advantage of this opportunity to attend Class 201 with other women looking to jump start their spiritual growth! Wednesday, August 20 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Room 409-411 Come experience the beauty of the outdoors right in our own backyard. Mark your calendars for this special weekend and bring your child for an experience they'll never forget! September 13-14 O'Neill Regional Park
	Come to a night of comedy with the Saddleback Church Improv Troupe August 30. This is your chance to invite all your friends and family to church who don't regularly attend. Saturday, August 30 The Plaza Room Do you have a passion for working with high school students? Then volunteer to serve as an HSM small group leader! We will give you all the tools you need to lead and care for our students from September 2008 to June 2009. Have you registered your child for a small group? Sign up early this year and get your kid prepared for "The Journey." There are also plenty of opportunities for volunteers, so stop by the Children's Ministry Center to learn more. .
	DriveTime Devotions with Pastor Tom Holladay 10-minute daily devotions! "Talk It Over"-Your Weekend Message Guide Use it in your small group! Stepfamily Classes Strengthen your relationships! Bible Q & A Have you been let down? Premarital Counseling Counsel young couples! CPR/First Aid Classes Come and get certified! Vocal Auditions Coming up September 11! Small Groups Join one in your area today! Spiritual Growth Center Grow stronger in your walk! Family Venue We're taking a short break. Rick's Picks Top volunteer opportunities! Improv Program Join us every Tuesday evening!

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