Christian Examiner — Orange County Calendar of Events

Christian Home Educators Convention with special guests Michael Farris, Ken Ham, Gregg Harris, Kevin Swanson, Elizabeth Smith & J. Michael Smith. 8am-6pm, Long Beach Convention Center, costs vary • cheaofca.org, (562) 864-2432

JUL 11 • FRIDAY

Christian Singles Dance, includes refreshments. Beginning & intermediate lessons offered for $5. Presented by Classic Christian Events; modest dress required. 8:30pm-12:30am, Avant Garde Ballroom II, 4250 Scott Dr., Newport Beach $10 • 1-800-795-8955

JUL 11-13 • FRI-SUN

Celebrating “Wild at Heart” Men’s weekend retreat sponsored by The Center for Christian Men’s Work • (626) 798-8582, ChrMensWork@aol.com

Singles Safari Retreat for ages 19 to 91. Karaoke, dance lessons, rotational dinner dance, church service with Pastor John Kouri. Special guests Christian Comedian/Illusionist Ken Sands and speaker Warren Duffy. JW Marriott Resort, Palm Desert, $213+ • www.ChristianSinglesFunEvents.com, (714) 210-3337

JUL 12 • SATURDAY

14th Annual Summer Tour Children from Detsky Doms Orphanages in Concert. Presented by Nightlight Christian Adoptions. 11am-3pm, Summer Reunion, Los Vaqueros Park, 1200 N. Carlsbad St., Placentia, free • nightlight.org, (714) 278-1020

K.I.S.S.: Keeping It Simple Santa Ana, a Harvest Crusade Rally, with special guests Two or More, Hopeunseen, Big U.N.C, DJ Dave L, O’Side Skaters, Killafornia Dance Crew, Carlos Ayub and more. Includes food & kids carnival. Presented by Calvary Chapel Santa Ana. 3-9pm, Santa Ana College, 1530 W. 17th St., free • calvarychapelsa.com, (714) 862-3025

99.5 KKLA Christian Family Day at LA Dodgers vs. Florida Marlins game with fireworks after game. 7:10pm, Dodger Stadium, prices vary • kkla.com, (323) 224-1520

JUL 13 • SUNDAY

14th Annual Summer Tour Children from Detsky Doms Orphanages in Concert. Presented by Nightlight Christian Adoptions. 7pm, Calvary Chapel Open Door, 1011 N. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, free • nightlight.org, (714) 278-1020

JUL 14 • MONDAY

Cafe/Evangelistic Outreach – Bring unsaved family and friends for concert-coffee fellowship. 7pm, Calvary Chapel Anaheim, 270 E Palais Rd. • calvaryanaheim.org, (714) 563-9608

JUL 14-18 • MON-FRI

“Sports Camp” Vacation Bible School. Pacific Coast Church, 115 Via Pico Plaza, Ste. 205, San Clemente • pacificcoastchurch.org, 9949) 940-2600

JUL 16 • WEDNESDAY

14th Annual Summer Tour Children from Detsky Doms Orphanages in Concert. Presented by Nightlight Christian Adoptions. 7pm, Calvary Chapel, 5605 E. La Palma, Anaheim Hills, free • nightlight.org, (714) 278-1020

JUL 17 • THURSDAY

14th Annual Summer Tour Children from Detsky Doms Orphanages in Concert. Presented by Nightlight Christian Adoptions. 3pm, Orange County Fair, Plaza Arts Stage, free • nightlight.org, (714) 278-1020

JUL 18-AUG 10

“The Hunchback of Notre Dame” Musical presented by American Coast Theater Company. Vanguard University, Costa Mesa • tickets.vanguard.edu, (714) 619-6424

JUL 21 • MONDAY

Evangelistic/Concert Outreach with music, desserts and assorted coffee. 7-9pm, Calvary Chapel, 270 E. Palais Rd., Anaheim • (714) 563-9608

JUL 21-25 • MON-FRI

Power Lab VBS. 9am-noon, Cypress Church, 6143 Ball Rd., $15 • cypresschurch.net, (714) 952-3001

Vacation Bible School. 9am-12pm, Calvary Chapel Tustin, 330 W 6th St. • (714) 832-0776

“Splash Zone” Vacation Bible School for kids K-6th. 9am-12pm, Friends Church, 5141 Lakeview Ave., Yorba Linda, $20 • ylfc.org, (714) 777-2875

JUL 23 • WEDNESDAY

14th Annual Summer Tour Children from Detsky Doms Orphanages in Concert. Presented by Nightlight Christian Adoptions. 7pm, Red Hill Lutheran Church, 13200 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, free • nightlight.org, (714) 278-1020

“The Moment 08” Tour: Mercy Me, David Crowder Band in concert. 7pm, Pacific Amphitheater, Orange County Fairgrounds, $5-$9 • transparentproductions.com, (949) 250-0444

JUL 23-25 • WED-FRI

“God’s Anointed Now Generation” Victory Outreach International Youth Convention. Ontario Convention Center, $100-$120 • victoryoutreach.org, (909) 599-4437

JUL 24 • THURSDAY

“What is Truth? Developing a Biblical Worldview? With video lecture by Dr. Del Tackett, part of the Focus on the Family’s Truth Project. 6:15-8pm, Cypress Church, 6143 Ball Rd., free • cypresschurch.net, (714) 952-3001

The Moment Tour 08 with MercyMe and David Crowder with guest Tenth Avenue North. 7:30pm, San Diego State University Open Air Theater, $25-$50 • ticketmaster.com

JUL 25 • FRIDAY

Leeland in concert with special guests The Trade. 7:30pm, Grove Community Church, 19900 Grove Community Dr., Riverside, $23 • iTickets.com, 1-800-965-9324

JUL 26 • SATURDAY

Faith & Family Day at the EastWest Bank Classic US Open Tennis Series, pre-match Christian concert at 11:30am • 1-877-AEG-TICKETS

14th Annual Summer Tour Children from Detsky Doms Orphanages in Concert. Presented by Nightlight Christian Adoptions. 7pm, Harvest Christian Fellowship, 6115 Arlington Ave., Riverside, free • nightlight.org, (714) 278-1020

Christian Singles Dance, 7pm-12am, Top Cats, 733 Dunn Way, Placentia. $15-$20/prepaid, $20-$25/door • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337

JUL 27 • SUNDAY

“Open House for Brides-to-Be: How to plan your wedding in one day!” with wedding planning experts, cake tasting, reception sites. 12-3pm, Chapman Chapel, Maple & Grand St., Orange, free • RSVP 1-866-WED-4-YOU

Reach Life Presents the Unashamed Tour featuring Lecrae, Trip Lee, Tedashii and Sho Baraka. 7pm, Victory Outreach San Bernardino, 990 W. Mill St., $15 • reachrecords.com, (909) 884-1921

JUL 28 – AUG 1 • MON-FRI

“The Most Amazing Race” Vacation Bible School for kids age 4-5th grade. 9am-12pm, Kingsfield Church, 45 Tesla, Irvine, cost varies • kingsfieldchurch.org, (949) 679-1000

AUG 1-2 • FRI-SAT

Living Proof Live with Beth Moore and music by Travis Cottrell & the Praise Team, live simulcast from Louisville, KY. For simulcast locations and costs, see www.lifeway.com/lplsimulcast

AUG 1-3 • FRI-SUN

“Embrace the Fire of Revival” with special guest Rev. Andy Gover and worship by John & Dana Roman. 7pm, Living Faith Christian Fellowship, 12710 Hoover St., Garden Grove, free • (714) 899-4016

AUG 2 • SATURDAY

“All Pro Dad” Breakfast. 7:30-8:30am, Cypress Church, 6143 Ball Rd. • allprodad.com, (714) 448-1765

Adoption Seminar with special guests Children from Detsky Doms Orphanages. 9am-12pm, Nightlight Christian Adoptions, 801 E. Chapman Ave., Ste. 106, Fullerton, free • nightlight.org, (714) 278-1020

AUG 7-8 • THU-FRI

“The Leadership Summit” by Willow Creek with special guests Bill Hybels, Craig Groeschel, Brad Anderson, Wendy Kopp, John Burke, Chuck Colson, Efrem Smith, Bill George, Catherine Rohr, and Gary Haugen. Simulcast, see website for locations & prices • www.willowcreek.com

AUG 8 • FRIDAY

AUG 9 • SATURDAY

Christian Singles Queen Mary Rotational Dinner-dance, two deejays. $61-$75 • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337

AUG 11-15 • MON-FRI

“Be Still … Believe … Be Changed” Special Touch Summer Getaway retreat for adults (18-65) with disabilities. Pinecrest Christian Conference Center, $395-$420 • register by Jul. 14 specialtouch.org, (562) 789-1171

AUG 14-16 • THU-SAT

No Man Left Behind Conference. St. Margaret’s of Scotland Episcopal Church, 31641 La Novia Ave., San Juan Capistrano, $499 • maninthemirror.org

2008 Inside-Out Conference presented by Presbyterian Global Fellowship with speakers including Alan Hirsh, Rick Warren, Dr. Mark Labberton, and Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter McNeil. Long Beach Convention Center, prices vary • pgfconference.org, 1-888-476-3111

AUG 15-17 • FRI-SUN

Harvest Crusade with Greg Laurie and special guests Michael W. Smith, Randy Travis, P.O.D., Leeland, the Katinas, Lincoln Brewster and Kutless. Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 6pm, Angel Stadium, Anaheim • socal.harvest.org

AUG 16 • SATURDAY

The Call DC: Day of united fasting and prayer for the country. 10am-10pm Eastern, Washington, D.C. or live web-streaming • thecall.com

AUG 18 • MONDAY

Evangelistic/Concert Outreach with music, desserts and assorted coffee. 7-9pm, Calvary Chapel, 270 E. Palais Rd., Anaheim • (714) 563-9608

AUG 22-24 • FRI-SUN

Men’s Ministry Leadership weekend retreat sponsored by The Center for Christian Men’s Work • (626) 798-8582, ChrMensWork@aol.com

AUG 23 • SATURDAY

Christian Singles Dance, 7pm-12am, Top Cats, 733 Dunn Way, Placentia. $15-$20/prepaid, $20-$25/door • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337

AUG 26 • TUESDAY

“The Grass Wasn’t Greener” Women’s Victorian Tuesday Tea with speaker Nancy Anderson. Presented by American Family Living. 6:30-8:30pm, Victorian Mansion, 1774 N. Glassell, Orange, $22 • (714) 637-7900

AUG 29-30 • FRI-SAT

“God’s Anointed Now Generation” Regional Training Days. Victory Outreach Eagle Rock, 4160 Eagle Rock Rd., Los Angeles, $35 • victoryoutreach.org, (909) 599-4437

AUG 30 • SATURDAY

Christian Singles Rockin' Cowboy Dance, 7:30pm, Cowtown, 15950 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside. $15/prepaid, $20/door • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337

SEP 5-6 • FRI-SAT

“Infinite Grace” Women of Faith Conference with Patsy Clairmont, Sheila Walsh, Marilyn Meberg, Sandi Patty, Nicole Johnson, Nicole C. Mullen, Natalie Grant, and Luci Swindol. Honda Center, Anaheim • womenoffaith.com, 1-888-49-FAITH

SEP 6 • SATURDAY

“All Pro Dad” Breakfast. 7:30-8:30am, Cypress Church, 6143 Ball Rd. • allprodad.com, (714) 448-1765

SEP 12 • FRIDAY

SEP 15 • MONDAY

Evangelistic/Concert Outreach with music, desserts and assorted coffee. 7-9pm, Calvary Chapel, 270 E. Palais Rd., Anaheim • (714) 563-9608

SEP 19 • FRIDAY

Christian Speedy Introductions, Bunco & Karaoke for ages 19 to 91. 8pm, Top Cats, 733 Dunn Way, Placentia, $20-$25 • www.ChristianSinglesFunEvents.com, (714) 210-3337

SEP 20 • SATURDAY

Fall Hallelujah Jubilee. Six Flags Magic Mountain, regular park admission • sixflags.com

SEP 21 • SUNDAY

Glory Gates Quartet in Concert. 6pm, Taft Avenue Community Church, 1350 Taft Ave., Orange, offering • (949) 292-5938

SEP 26 • FRIDAY

The Habitat for Humanity “Music Builds Tour” featuring Third Day, Switchfoot, Jars of Clay, Robert Randolph & The Family Band, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Irvine, $19-$119 • transparentproductions, (949) 250-0444

SEP 27 • SATURDAY

“The Truth Project” Simulcast by Focus on the Family with Dr. Del Tackett. For simulcast sites, see thetruthproject.org.

Christian Singles Dance, 7pm-12am, Top Cats, 733 Dunn Way, Placentia. $15-$20/prepaid, $20-$25/door • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337

OCT 10-12 • FRI-SUN

Men in Midlife weekend retreat sponsored by The Center for Christian Men’s Work • (626) 798-8582, ChrMensWork@aol.com

OCT 11 • SATURDAY

National Children’s Ministry Magazine Live Workshop. Harbor Trinity Church, 1230 Baker St., Costa Mesa, $65 • group.com/workshops/cmml/2008, 1-800-447-1070

Avalon in Concert with LaShun Pace. 7pm, Campus Hill Church, 11057 Hill Dr., Loma Linda, $10-$18 • charitypromotions.org, (909) 796-0222

OCT 17 • FRIDAY

Amy Grant in Concert. Mariners Church, 5001 Newport Coast Dr., Irvine, prices TBA • transparentproductions.com

OCT 18 • SATURDAY

Justice 2008 with special guests Dr. John C. Maxwell and Warren Duffy. Presented by Advocates for Faith & Freedom. 6pm, Hilton Hotel, Irvine, cost varies • RSVP by Oct. 1 faith-freedom.com, 1-888-588-6888

OCT 25 • SATURDAY

Christian Singles Dance, 7pm-12am, Top Cats, 733 Dunn Way, Placentia. $15-$20/prepaid, $20-$25/door • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337

NOV 1 • SATURDAY

The Call, prayer and praise gathering. Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego • thecall.com

NOV 1-8 • SAT-SAT

Christian Singles Mexican Riviera Cruise, Princess Cruises • (714) 210-3337, christiansinglesfunevents.com

NOV 5-7 • WED-FRI

National Outreach Convention with worship by Lincoln Brewster and speakers including Adam Christing, Erwin McManus, Lee Strobel, Dan Kimball, Miles McPherson, Mark Mittelberg, Nancy Grisham, Francis Chan and more. Presented by Outreach Magazine. Town and Country Resort Hotel & Convention Center, San Diego, prices vary • nationaloutreachconvention.com, 1-800-991-6011

NOV 7-22

“My Three Angels” a production of Master’s Reparatory Company. The Gallery Playhouse, 3152-G E. La Palma, Anaheim, $12-$15 • mastersrep.org, 1-800-690-1480

NOV 14 • FRIDAY

Christian Speedy Introductions, Bunco & Karaoke for ages 19 to 91. 8pm, Top Cats, 733 Dunn Way, Placentia, $20-$25 • www.ChristianSinglesFunEvents.com, (714) 210-3337

NOV 15 • SATURDAY

Glory Gates Quartet in Concert with Crimson River Quartet & Cross Road Quartet. 7pm, Christ Community Church, 25382 MacKenzie St., Laguna Hills, $15 • ggqf.org, (949) 292-5938

NOV 17-20 • MON-THU

“Preach the Word” pastors conference featuring Chuck Swindoll, John MacArthur, Alistair Begg, James MacDonald, Bob Coy, James Merritt, Chuck Smith, Jack Graham, Greg Laurie. Hosted by Harvest Christian Fellowship, 6115 Arlington Ave., Riverside • 1-800-821-3300, preachtheword.org

NOV 21 • FRIDAY

Gaither Homecoming Tour: Bill Gaither and Friends. Anaheim Convention Center, prices TBA • gaither.com

NOV 22 • SATURDAY

Gaither Homecoming Tour: Bill Gaither and Friends. Citizen Business Banking Arena, Ontario, prices TBA • gaither.com

Christian Singles Dance, 7pm-12am, Top Cats, 733 Dunn Way, Placentia. $15-$20/prepaid, $20-$25/door • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337

NOV 29 • SATURDAY

“The Grass Wasn’t Greener” Women’s Victorian Tuesday Tea with special guest Evie Wilson. Presented by American Family Living. 9:30am-2:30pm, Summit House Restaurant, 2000 E. Bastanchury Rd., Fullerton, $50 • RSVP (714) 637-7900

Christian Singles Rockin' Cowboy Dance, 7:30pm, Cowtown, 15950 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside. $15/prepaid, $20/door • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337

DEC 6 • SATURDAY

Christian Singles Christmas Rotational Dinner-dance. 6pm, Golden Sails Best Western, 6285 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., $44-$50 • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337

DEC 31 • WEDNESDAY

Christian Singles New Year’s Eve Dance (ages 19-91). No alcohol. Cal State Fullerton, Titan Student Union Building, 800 N. State College Blvd., $39-$50 • christiansinglesfunevents.com, (714) 210-3337