Singles Odyssey

You are eagerly welcomed to come and connect with us this coming Friday Night June 18th, at Orange County Singles for Christ; for another Exquisite Evening of Worship, Teaching, and lots of Exciting Shared Activities with other Single Adults and Couples!

Every Friday Night is diverse, never dull, and always something new each week, so come and enjoy the fun and its enhancement the quality of your life! Also, bring a Buddy, they will have a lot of fun too!

Below is a mini-picture of what is occurring this coming Friday Night!
Our Location is: 3186 Pullman Street Costa Mesa CA 92626

Our doors open at 6:00pm, and we are bringing back our Pre-Meeting Dinners! This Friday Night for $5.00 come enjoy a BIG SLICE of Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza with Cesar Salad and a soft drink or bottle water of your choosing! Dinner starts promptly at 6:15pm until 7:15pm. First come, first served!

Our formal part of the evening starts promptly at 7:27pm sharp. If you can't be there in person, you can watch the program via ONLINE LIVE-STREAMING: Use one of these links:
A) www.facebook.com/ocsinglesforchrist/ Click on Live Videos.
B) www.ocsinglesforchrist.org
C) www.YouTube.com, search for OC Singles for Christ.

At 7:30pm Joel Valiente (pictured above) and his really cool Contemporary Worship Band will lead our worship segment of the evening. Joel is the Pastor of Worship at Living Faith Church in Santa Barbara, and he travels all the way from Santa Barbara to lead us in worship and you will enjoy this inspirational part of our service!

After our worship experience, our Senior Pastor Thomas Rose will be bringing a short message on "The Ministry of the Holy Spirit-Ultimate Power! I need it, you need it, who's got it to give? And how can we use it to ensure a successful Christian experience? Come and find out!

After our Service, (9:00pm to 11:30pm) you are encouraged to stay for as long as you desire and enjoy our fellowship time with hanging out and talking with others or singing on our karaoke stage or swatting that little white ball on our ping pong tables! Your choice!

For our karaoke enthusiasts, please note; you must purchase a microphone covering, in order to participate in our Karaoke Program. The cost is $1.00; coverings can be purchased at the welcome table OR bring your own microphone covering!

Also, during our fellowship time (9:00pm to 11:30pm) in the Grand Foyer; Free Cookies, Coffee, and tea will be served, also soft drinks and bottled water are available for $1.00.

Peace Out! Thomas

Turtle Rock Hike and Lunch
University Town Center
4255 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
Saturday, June 19th, 2021; 9:00 am to 12:30 pm

You need to read this information to understand the details of the hike.

RSVP using ONLY the Orange County Singles for Christ Meetup group. https://www.meetup.com/OC-Singles-for-Christ/events/

This is a beginner 8 mile loop over the hills in the community of Turtle Rock. We will begin at University Town Center on Campus Drive. Parking is available along Stanford or in the UTC parking lot. See the map below on this Meetup page for the starting location. Our goal is to hike through Mason Park, over Turtle Rock, across some smaller hills, over French Hill, then back to UTC for lunch. You may bring your lunch or buy lunch at the shops at UTC. The photos of this event show a route but Google does not have the exact trails that we will be taking. There are restrooms at UTC and Mason Park. Dogs are allowed on this trail.
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Fun hiking within socializing distance is our goal. Come enjoy the company of other like-minded hikers. Social distancing is the personal discretion of each hiker. Please be considerate and stay home if you have any signs of illness or uncomfortable feelings.

Please use the Meetup messaging system to communicate with Jack or the participating members. The Meetup platform has a great messaging system so we can interact and discuss parking, lunch, and other issues among all RSVP'd members. Dealing individually with a number of texts and emails is just not viable while commencing and during an event.

By voluntarily attending, you assume the risks of the event and agree to release our organization, the event host, and other participants from claims for any and all injuries or other losses sustained during this event.

Our point of contact is Jack, he can be reached at [masked]. Jack can be reached at[masked] ONLY on the day of this event!

SEAL BEACH OCEAN TRAILS BIKE RIDE
Saturday 6/19 - 10:00 Morning Bike Tour on ocean trails to Seal Beach. Are you ready for a beautiful fun day? All-inclusive and great for first timers, shy people and expert riders. Balboa Island to Seal Beach Pier and back on the Balboa ferry to the start. We stay on paved trails and side streets – only a short ½ mile segment on PCH.

HISTORY OF OCEAN BIKE TOURS
We have led over 250 bike tours over recent years on bike paths, side roads and paved trails (No PCH) along the ocean from Laguna Beach to the Queen Mary. Casual biking with great exercise, socializing on the move, and well-organized rides. Meet new friends, like-minded people, and enjoy the beauty of where we live. We have scheduled stops along the way to ‘Group Up’, hydrate and just be present in the beauty.

SELF REGULATED ADVENTURE
This is a SELF REGULATED Ride: Meaning You are responsible for yourself. We ride as a supportive group. Open for all levels but must have a basic level of fitness and be willing and able to ride as part of a supportive group. Bikes with gears are recommended. The point is that you got out to exercise and enjoy some sunshine!

START
10:00 sharp!– Saturday June 19th. Leaving from the Galley Cafe - 829 Harbor Island Dr in Newport Beach 92660. Come early to eat and relax.

RETURN BY
3:00+/- Route is designed to be individually shortened as needed.

BIKE RENTALS – WHERE TO PARK
Yes – If you do not have a bike - SEE THE END OF THIS POST FOR ALL DETAILS AND WHERE TO PARK.

THE RIDE
Plan for 4+/- hours and 28+/- miles. Leave from the Galley Café to Bayside Drive to Castaway Park - Newport Heights – Hoag Ridge to the bike trail all the way to Seal Beach for a picnic. We return to Newport Beach then across the on the ferry and back to the start. We plan the ride you bring the enthusiasm. On this ride you will see Pirates, Cowboys & Indians, you will ride all the way across the USA, and go places you’ve never been. Really! Bring money for lunch and the ferry which is $1.50 one way. We plan the ride you bring the enthusiasm.

PICNIC LUNCH
We will have a picnic at the Seal Beach pier. Please pack your lunch and/or there are several places across from the pier to buy food. We break for lunch and complete the ride. There is no need for a bike lock.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Bike outings are rewarding and pleasant activities, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of including Covid 19. Those include, but are not limited to, impact or fall injuries, broken or dislocated bones. By signing up for this bike trip, you assume the risks of the outing and agree to release the organization, the trip organizer and other participants from claims for any and all injuries or other losses sustained during this trip. Helmets highly recommended.

LEADER
Roz –[masked]
Text with questions

BEHAVIOR
Please! – No creepy, negative types, anger issues or controlling behavior invited. This is always a supportive group of like-minded people and it is important that people feel safe. Some adventurous people are trying Meet Up and a bike ride for the first time and we plan with this in mind.

THE NO’s
No boom boxes
No politics
No using a phone while riding.

THE YES’s
Helmets
Shoes – Protect your feet
Pump your tires before you come.
Positive Attitude

BIKE RENTAL PARKING
Park in the Bayside Center Shopping Plaza at Jamboree and Bayside Drive. Walk across the bridge onto Balboa Island on the right-hand sidewalk. First building on the right is Sports Rent.

Come early to rent a bike and peddle up Bayside Drive to the Galley Café to be ready for the 10:00 start. As you leave the rental place stay on the left-hand sidewalk over the bridge and all the way to a left on Harbor Island Drive.

BIKE RENTALS
Call Liam to schedule a bike rental -
Sports Rents –[masked] Marine Ave
Newport Beach, CA 92662
www.sportsrentsonline.com

The Belairs are playing their fabulous mix of all live rock and soul music. Durty Nelly's Restaurant has great food and drinks. For more information see: www.thebelairs.net.