Upcoming events

Living Nativity

Saturday, Dec. 21, 5:30-7:30pm Cal Heights UMC, 3759 Orange Ave, 90807

Sunday, Dec. 22, 5:30-7:30pm Grace on 3rd, 2325 E. Third St., 90814

Free - (goodwill donations received)

On the weekend prior to Christmas, come enjoy our living nativity tableau and a cup of good cheer!  Being the Church, Long Beach youth and young adults are hosting a special evening to witness, and participate in the Christmas story.  There will be hot cocoa and baked goods to enjoy, so be sure to stop by and bring friends and neighbors. 

Any goodwill donations received will support the June 2025 “Intersections Trip to Alabama” that our BtC youth and young adults are attending.

Living Nativity
Dec
21

Living Nativity

Living Nativity

Saturday, Dec. 21, 5:30-7:30pm

Cal Heights UMC, 3759 Orange Ave, 90807

Free - (goodwill donations received)

On the weekend prior to Christmas, come enjoy our living nativity tableau and a cup of good cheer!  Being the Church, Long Beach youth and young adults are hosting a special evening to witness, and participate in the Christmas story.  There will be hot cocoa and baked goods to enjoy, so be sure to stop by and bring friends and neighbors.  Any goodwill donations received will support the June 2025 “Intersections Trip to Alabama” that our BtC youth and young adults are attending.

Link - if you would like to sign up to participate or help:  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DADA92AAAFE3-53608848-living#/


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Living Nativity
Dec
22

Living Nativity

Living Nativity

Sunday, Dec. 22, 5:30-7:30pm

Grace on 3rd, 2325 E. Third St., 90814

Free - (goodwill donations received)

On the weekend prior to Christmas, come enjoy our living nativity tableau and a cup of good cheer!  Being the Church, Long Beach youth and young adults are hosting a special evening to witness, and participate in the Christmas story.  There will be hot cocoa and baked goods to enjoy, so be sure to stop by and bring friends and neighbors.  Any goodwill donations received will support the June 2025 “Intersections Trip to Alabama” that our BtC youth and young adults are attending.

Link - if you would like to sign up to participate or help:  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DADA92AAAFE3-53608848-living#/


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Christmas Eve Services
Dec
24

Christmas Eve Services

Christmas Eve Services Being the Church campus locations

May our Savior’s light guide you, love envelop you, and joy uplift your spirit as we celebrate this season.

Belmont Heights UMC & Grace UMC 317 Termino Ave LB 90814

6:00-7:00 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Cal Heights UMC 3579 Orange Ave LB 90807

7:00-8:00 pm Christmas Eve Service

Los Altos UMC 5950 E. Willow Street LB 90815

4:00-5:00 pm Christmas Family Friendly Service

7:00-8:00 pm Christmas Traditional Service

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Servant Sunday - LB Rescue Mission
Dec
29

Servant Sunday - LB Rescue Mission

Servant Sunday

Dec 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Long Beach Rescue Mission (LBRM)
1335 Pacific Ave, Long Beach, CA 90813

On this Sunday morning, we will partner with the Long Beach Rescue Mission to serve our neighbors in need.    We will have a moment of prayer and communion amid all of our work together, too. 

Register HERE!

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Join us for Spirit Pub
Jan
2

Join us for Spirit Pub

Every 1st Thursday of the month

Join us for Spirit Pub! What is it? It a fun-spirited, open-minded group that is sharing wisdom and life experience around the topics of ethics, integrity, spirituality and social justice for the world we live in. We invite you to reflect more deeply on life through meaningful conversation among like-minded people. When is it? Every 1st Thursday of the month. Where is it? At Los Compadres on Pine. See you there!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Jan
8

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We hope everyone has a wonderful holiday break and we look forward to meeting you at the table again at dinner church! 

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Jan
15

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Jan
22

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Servant Saturday at OC Food Bank
Jan
25

Servant Saturday at OC Food Bank

Servant Saturday at OC Food Bank

Saturday, January 25, 8:30-10:30am

11870 Monarch St, Garden Grove, CA 92841

Sign ups coming soon!

Join Pastor Melinda for a meaningful morning of church and service.  Wear: pants and closed-toed shoes.  Bring: water bottle if needed.

Please note in advance that volunteers are on their feet and working quickly (sorting and packing food) the whole time in a warehouse. Minimum age requirement is a hard working 9 year old, otherwise 10. We will close our time together with simple prayer and communion.



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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Jan
29

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Servant Saturday
Feb
1

Servant Saturday

Meet in the driveway/parking area at the corner of 1st St and PCH in Seal Beach. It is at the light directly across from Department of Water and Power down a dirt road.

We will be removing non-native plant species, and lots of mulching.
Join us to make a difference.  We will start with simple prayer and communion and then help with this important local area’s restoration.

Notes:  

  • Close-toed shoes required. Boots recommended.

  • Bring work gloves if you have them.

  • Use sun protection: hat, sunscreen, long sleeves/pants (clothes you don't mind getting dirty.)

  • Bring filled, reusable water bottles and snacks to keep energy levels up.

  • There is one portapotty on site.

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Feb
5

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Join us for Spirit Pub
Feb
6

Join us for Spirit Pub

Every 1st Thursday of the month

Join us for Spirit Pub! What is it? It a fun-spirited, open-minded group that is sharing wisdom and life experience around the topics of ethics, integrity, spirituality and social justice for the world we live in. We invite you to reflect more deeply on life through meaningful conversation among like-minded people. When is it? Every 1st Thursday of the month. Where is it? At Los Compadres on Pine. See you there!

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Groundlings Valentine Hangout: Cupid for a Day!
Feb
10

Groundlings Valentine Hangout: Cupid for a Day!

Groundlings Valentine Hangout: Cupid for a Day!

Monday, Feb. 10th. 9am - 4pm

Rates: $35 through Jan 20

$45 Jan 21 - Feb 09

Feb 10: drop-in rate: $55

Current: kinder-8th grade campers welcome


This Christmas, Groundlings Camp has a special present for you to unwrap! We are hosting our first-ever “Valentine Hangout” on Feb. 10 (school holiday). Together with long-time and new Groundlings friends, join us for a day full of:

  • Recreation and a whole lot of fun Valentine-themed games  

  • A very special “take-home” craft to spread love in our community

  • Baking & decorating yummy valentine’s treats


The Valentine hangout will be in east Long Beach with the exact campus address to be confirmed in early January.


Register in the Church Center App or HERE


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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Feb
12

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Youth Snow Day
Feb
16

Youth Snow Day

Youth Snow Day

More details coming soon!

Youth Snow Day (6th-12th grades)
Sunday February 16
Time - To Be Determined

SnowDrift Snow Tubing Park
4600 State Highway 18   Running Springs, CA 92386                                                                                       

Cost: $35
 Advance sign up is required via Church Center App or online under “Events:”  www.BeingtheChurchLB.org

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Feb
19

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Mar
12

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Mar
19

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Mar
26

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Apr
2

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Apr
9

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Apr
16

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
Apr
30

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
May
7

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season
May
14

Everyone's Inn - Winter/Spring Season

Everyone’s Inn: Winter/Spring Season

5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We will share a yummy meal together as well as great fellowship, music and prayer at this all ages gathering of the church.  After our meal, we will head to small groups for all persons.

Even if you cannot attend every week, please sign up so we know we can plan well and keep you updated.  Plus, you only need to sign up once for the whole season! Thank you for taking the time to do that; it really helps.

Be sure to sign up today!

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Christmas Party: Caroling, Cocoa & Cookies!
Dec
15

Christmas Party: Caroling, Cocoa & Cookies!

Christmas Party: Caroling, Cocoa & Cookies!

Sunday, Dec. 15.  5-6:30pm

Belmont Heights UMC, 317 Termino Ave., LB 90814

Wear your BEST and UGLIEST Christmas sweater and join the fun!  We are hosting a holiday afternoon with lots of yummy cookies (some for eating and some for decorating and then eating LOL!!), crafts, cocoa and Christmas caroling.  Join the church community, and bring a friend, too!  It will be a warm gathering full of Christmas spirit. :)  

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Join us for Spirit Pub
Dec
5

Join us for Spirit Pub

Every 1st Thursday of the month

Join us for Spirit Pub! What is it? It a fun-spirited, open-minded group that is sharing wisdom and life experience around the topics of ethics, integrity, spirituality and social justice for the world we live in. We invite you to reflect more deeply on life through meaningful conversation among like-minded people. When is it? Every 1st Thursday of the month. Where is it? At Los Compadres on Pine. See you there!

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Mobile Houseless Ministry
Nov
30

Mobile Houseless Ministry

  • 1100 De Forest Avenue Long Beach, CA, 90813 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Next service day: Saturday, November 30

We need men’s and women’s pants at the river, please.

On October 26, the Being the Church Mobile Houseless Ministry had a big outing with our Jumpstart Partner Jamie Armstead and his food truck, plus Pastor Dan Lewis. In addition to a hot meal, we distributed a lot of clothes, hygiene kits, and shoes. We have seen a shift in the location of our friends. The City has rousted (or found shelter) for many of our community who were south of Anaheim. More persons are now coming from RV’s parked along the River north of Anaheim Street.  Our critical need remains men’s and women’s everyday pants, preferably jeans.  Please drop items off weekdays at church offices, or Sunday’s during coffee hour.  A special thanks to our Wednesday dinner church who packed 96 hygiene kits on a recent evening.  Our team will distribute those kits during our November outing. 

Questions or more info.? Please contact Michael Naylor at  714 328 1503.



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Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Nov
24

Interfaith Thanksgiving Service

Interfaith Thanksgiving Service

Sunday, Nov. 24 at 7pm

Temple Israel 269 Loma Ave, Long Beach

This season once again, we are joining together across many faith traditions for a time of thanksgiving.  Hosted by Temple Israel, everyone is invited to practice gratitude this season.  There will be a time of prayer from multiple faith traditions as well as music and speakers.  Join the community for this rich time of togetherness on Sunday, November 24.





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Alternative Christmas Market 2024
Nov
24

Alternative Christmas Market 2024

Alternative Christmas Market 2024

Los Altos United Methodist Church November 24, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Make your Christmas gift giving meaningful this year and help others be independent by supporting this unique shopping alternative for your gifts this season.

All are welcome to this one-day event. Vendors such as Fair Trade Long Beach and Ten Thousand Villages will have many wonderful gifts available for purchase. And there will be additional opportunities to buy Christmas gift items and make donations to very worthwhile organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Heifer Project International, Toberman Neighborhood Center and more. For any donation given, you may receive Christmas-themed cards to give to your friends and family.

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Servant Saturday
Nov
23

Servant Saturday

Servant Saturday: Nov. 23, 12-2pm

Food Finders Thanksgiving Pack & Sort

McBride High School Parking Lot 7025 Parkcrest St. Long Beach, CA 90808

We will work to pack 100's of Thanksgiving food boxes that will be delivered to hungry families in need. We need 25 persons to make it happen! Let's DO this! Bring a water bottle, sunscreen and a hat.  Dress to get dirty, and move a lot!

Sign up in the Church Center App or HERE

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Youth Movie Night
Nov
22

Youth Movie Night

Youth Movie Night (6th-12th gr.)

Friday, Nov. 22.  6pm-9pm

Grace on 3rd UMC; 2325 E. 3rd Street, LB 90814

All youth are invited for a fun and relaxing youth movie night.  Bring a cozy blanket and some snacks to share.  The movie choice will be decided by youth in upcoming Wednesday night small groups.  Please sign up so we can prepare well!

Sign up in the Church Center app or HERE

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Everyone's Inn - Fall Season
Nov
20

Everyone's Inn - Fall Season

Everyone’s Inn: Fall Season

Wednesday, Nov 20   5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer and we look forward to the fall dinner church together. 

Please sign up so we can best plan for all of the small groups and meals, too. 

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Fall Season
Nov
13

Everyone's Inn - Fall Season

Everyone’s Inn: Fall Season

Wednesday, Nov 13   5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer and we look forward to the fall dinner church together. 

Please sign up so we can best plan for all of the small groups and meals, too. 

Be sure to sign up today!

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Join us for Spirit Pub
Nov
7

Join us for Spirit Pub

Every 1st Thursday of the month

Join us for Spirit Pub! What is it? It a fun-spirited, open-minded group that is sharing wisdom and life experience around the topics of ethics, integrity, spirituality and social justice for the world we live in. We invite you to reflect more deeply on life through meaningful conversation among like-minded people. When is it? Every 1st Thursday of the month. Where is it? At Los Compadres on Pine. See you there!

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Everyone's Inn - Fall Season
Nov
6

Everyone's Inn - Fall Season

Everyone’s Inn: Fall Season

Wednesday, Nov 6   5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer and we look forward to the fall dinner church together. 

Please sign up so we can best plan for all of the small groups and meals, too. 

Be sure to sign up today!

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Alternative Christmas Market 2024
Nov
2

Alternative Christmas Market 2024

  • Being the Church: Cal Heights UMC Campus (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Alternative Christmas Market 2024

Saturday, November 2nd  10am – 2pm

Cal Heights United Methodist Church 3759 Orange Avenue, Long Beach, CA

Vendors include Bali Rose; Empowering Lives; Fair Trade Long Beach; Fair Trade Los Angeles; Fair Trade T-Shirts; Global Fashion Market; Guatemala Project; Heavenly Treasures; Tribu. 

Charitable organizations accepting donations include Broken Loaf Pantry; CHUMC; Get on the Bus; Habitat for Humanity; Heifer International; Project Foundation; and UMCOR.  Hope to see you there for some meaningful and empowering Christmas shopping.

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Halloween Hangout
Nov
1

Halloween Hangout

Halloween Hangout

First Ever Groundlings One Day Offering!

Nov. 1, 2024.  9am - 4pm

Cost:

– $35 through Oct. 13

– $45 Oct. 13-Oct.31

Open to children ages 5-14 years

Being the Church, Long Beach: Grace on 3rd campus

Groundlings Camp Ministry is hosting a very special day, right after Halloween.  Campers are invited to come in costume for a big costume parade, and to bring ALL of their Halloween candy for a massive candy trade!!  We will have tons of recreation, crafts, and a little down time, too.  Also, we will be packing care packages for college students with our candy as our service for the day. 

Sign up’s are open with a limited number of spots, so secure your space today!

In the Church Center App or online: www.BeingtheChurchLB.org >>Under Event Calendar


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Everyone's Inn
Oct
30

Everyone's Inn

Everyone’s Inn: Fall Season

Wednesday, Oct 30   5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer and we look forward to the fall dinner church together. 

Please sign up so we can best plan for all of the small groups and meals, too. 

Be sure to sign up today!

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Waffle Church
Oct
27

Waffle Church

  • Being the Church , Belmont Heights campus (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Waffle Church

Sunday, Oct. 27 @ 10:30am Coffee’s on @ 10:15am!

Free will offering

Being the Church, Long Beach: Belmont Heights UMC campus 317 Termino Ave., LB 90814

At Waffle Church, everyone is invited to start the morning with a cup of coffee and yummy waffle breakfast around the table. Great music and worship stations follow breakfast where all ages are invited to experience and reflect on the morning’s scripture verses through hands-on learning opportunities. 

Volunteers make this lively and meaningful worship happen!  Click HERE to go to our Volunteer sign up!

If you would like to learn more or help out, please contact 

Pastor Melinda (E: Melinda@BeingtheChurchLB.org)  Hope to see you there!

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Everyone's Inn - Fall Season
Oct
23

Everyone's Inn - Fall Season

Everyone’s Inn: Fall Season

Wednesday, Oct 23   5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer and we look forward to the fall dinner church together. 

Please sign up so we can best plan for all of the small groups and meals, too. 

Be sure to sign up today!

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CROP Walk
Oct
20

CROP Walk

Walk to fight Hunger - locally and globally

CROP Walk, Oct. 20. 

Los Altos UMC 5950 E. Willow St, LB 90808 Registration at 1:30pm. Walk Starts at 2:30pm.

All across Long Beach, we are joining together to raise money to fight hunger - globally and locally.  Join us to walk the 5K on the afternoon of Oct. 20, or sponsor a walker!  It is a fun way to be the church and make a real difference.  Also, please bring non-perishable food items on walk day to support the Broken Loaf Food Pantry at Lakewood 1st UMC.

Join the Being the Church, Long Beach team! https://events.crophungerwalk.org/cropwalks/team/being-the-church-long-beach

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Everyone's Inn - Fall Season
Oct
16

Everyone's Inn - Fall Season

Everyone’s Inn: Fall Season

Wednesday, Oct 16   5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer and we look forward to the fall dinner church together. 

Please sign up so we can best plan for all of the small groups and meals, too. 

Be sure to sign up today!

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Everyone's Inn - Fall Season
Oct
9

Everyone's Inn - Fall Season

Everyone’s Inn: Fall Season

Wednesday, Oct 9   5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer and we look forward to the fall dinner church together. 

Please sign up so we can best plan for all of the small groups and meals, too. 

Be sure to sign up today!

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Blessing of the Animals
Oct
6

Blessing of the Animals

Blessing of the Animals

Mark your calendars and set those tail wags for Sunday, October 6th, at 1 PM. We'll be gathering at Grace on 3rd to sprinkle some extra love and blessings on our furry friends.

Whether your companion has fur, feathers, scales, or anything in between, all critters are welcome to join in the fun!

Let's make this event the cat's meow, the dog's bark, and the bunny's hop! See you there!

P.S. Don't forget to pack your pet's favorite treats and toys for some extra tail-wagging fun!


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All Ages Being the Church Camp
Oct
4
to Oct 6

All Ages Being the Church Camp

Fall Church Camp: Oct. 4-6, 2024

Lazy W Ranch Camp, San Juan Capistrano

We are returning to Lazy W Ranch for a weekend of all ages and for the ages! 

Campfires & music; s’mores; archery; crafts and swimming and maybe a nap too - all are options at camp!  Mark your calendars for a fun and wonderful weekend with the church. 

For more information, please contact Erin Stubbs (E: erin.b.stubbs@gmail.com)

Sign up: https://beingthechurchlb.churchcenter.com/churchcamp


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Join us for Spirit Pub
Oct
3

Join us for Spirit Pub

Every 1st Thursday of the month

Join us for Spirit Pub! What is it? It a fun-spirited, open-minded group that is sharing wisdom and life experience around the topics of ethics, integrity, spirituality and social justice for the world we live in. We invite you to reflect more deeply on life through meaningful conversation among like-minded people. When is it? Every 1st Thursday of the month. Where is it? At Los Compadres on Pine. See you there!

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Everyone's Inn - Fall Season
Oct
2

Everyone's Inn - Fall Season

Everyone’s Inn: Fall Season

Wednesday, Oct 2   5:45pm - 7:30pm $7 pp // $25 max per family On Los Altos UMC Campus RSVP in the Church Center App OR online: Everyone’s Inn Registration

We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer and we look forward to the fall dinner church together. 

Please sign up so we can best plan for all of the small groups and meals, too. 

Be sure to sign up today!

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Mobile Houseless Ministry
Sep
28

Mobile Houseless Ministry

  • 1100 De Forest Avenue Long Beach, CA, 90813 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Next service day: Saturday, September 28

In-person volunteers and donations are needed.  Specifically, donations of men’s and women’s jeans and shorts are needed.  Please bring items to local church offices for distribution.  Church volunteers staff the donations table where clothes, shoes, socks, hygiene kits, flashlights, blankets, toilet paper and paper towels, dog food and snacks are all distributed. Jamie Armstead with Jumpstart Industries operates the food truck. Clergy serve communion and offer prayer.  All of our churches contribute to this ministry where we serve about 50 to 60 people each month. Most are encamped within one mile of our mobile site. We see familiar faces and new faces. Many are awaiting a housing voucher from the City of LB Health Department multiservice center, and will eventually move to an apartment at a converted motel. The Homeless Services Bureau of the Health and Human Services Department of the City of Long Beach is partnering with us monthly! You are welcome to give us a hand sometime sorting clothes, or at the site.  Please reach out to coordinator, Michael Naylor 714 328 1503 or Rev. Melinda Dodge (E: Melinda@BeingtheChurchLB.org)


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Upcoming events

Our events are a great way to get involved in your community and connect with others who share your faith. Whether you're interested in participating in a service project, or simply attending a social gathering, there are many opportunities for you to get involved and grow in your faith.

Events for the Whole Family. We've got everything you need for a great day out with your loved ones - from games and activities to delicious food and drinks. Let us know you're coming by clicking on the event from the calendar and register.

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MONTHLY EVENT

Yoga in the park every 1st and 3rd Sunday at Whaley Park. Start at 9 am - Yoga in the Park, Whaley Park, Long Beach