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.
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.
5th Friday Fun Night for Youth (6th - 12th grades)
5th Friday FUN Night: Youth (6th-12th gr.)
Friday, Aug. 30. 6-8:30pm
Roller Skating @ Fountain Valley Skating Center
Admission: $17.50 // Skate Rental: $7
Join us for a super fun night of rocking the roller skating rink! Carpooling from the Los Altos UMC Parking lot.
Please sign up in advance and let us know if parents can help with carpooling. Carpooling departs @ 6pm from Los Altos UMC parking lot. Youth can also meet us at the rink! Sign up deadline is Sunday, Aug. 25.
Sign up: www.BeingtheChurchLB.org >> Under Events
Groundlings Summer 2024 - Week 4
Week 1: July 15-19 (Grace on 3rd UMC) Week 2: July 22-26 (Grace on 3rd UMC)
Week 3: July 29-August 2 (Los Altos UMC)
Week 4: August 5-9 (Los Altos UMC)
Campers (Kinder - 8th grade)
Two locations: Grace UMC & Los Altos UMC
Sign up today for one week or more of recreation, crafts, Bible lessons and service projects. All four weeks are sure to fill up fast! Youth and children will enjoy Bible stories, crafts, service opportunities and friends - long time and new - lots and lots of recreation.
Questions? Please email camp administrator, Cynthia Navarrette Pueblos (E: campadmin@beingthechurchlb.org)
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Groundlings Summer 2024 - Week 3
Week 1: July 15-19 (Grace on 3rd UMC) Week 2: July 22-26 (Grace on 3rd UMC)
Week 3: July 29-August 2 (Los Altos UMC)
Week 4: August 5-9 (Los Altos UMC)
Campers (Kinder - 8th grade)
Two locations: Grace UMC & Los Altos UMC
Sign up today for one week or more of recreation, crafts, Bible lessons and service projects. All four weeks are sure to fill up fast! Youth and children will enjoy Bible stories, crafts, service opportunities and friends - long time and new - lots and lots of recreation.
Questions? Please email camp administrator, Cynthia Navarrette Pueblos (E: campadmin@beingthechurchlb.org)
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Groundlings Summer 2024 - Week 2
Week 1: July 15-19 (Grace on 3rd UMC) Week 2: July 22-26 (Grace on 3rd UMC)
Week 3: July 29-August 2 (Los Altos UMC)
Week 4: August 5-9 (Los Altos UMC)
Campers (Kinder - 8th grade)
Two locations: Grace UMC & Los Altos UMC
Sign up today for one week or more of recreation, crafts, Bible lessons and service projects. All four weeks are sure to fill up fast! Youth and children will enjoy Bible stories, crafts, service opportunities and friends - long time and new - lots and lots of recreation.
Questions? Please email camp administrator, Cynthia Navarrette Pueblos (E: campadmin@beingthechurchlb.org)
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Groundlings Summer 2024 - Week 1
Week 1: July 15-19 (Grace on 3rd UMC) Week 2: July 22-26 (Grace on 3rd UMC)
Week 3: July 29-August 2 (Los Altos UMC)
Week 4: August 5-9 (Los Altos UMC)
Campers (Kinder - 8th grade)
Two locations: Grace UMC & Los Altos UMC
Sign up today for one week or more of recreation, crafts, Bible lessons and service projects. All four weeks are sure to fill up fast! Youth and children will enjoy Bible stories, crafts, service opportunities and friends - long time and new - lots and lots of recreation.
Questions? Please email camp administrator, Cynthia Navarrette Pueblos (E: campadmin@beingthechurchlb.org)
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Servant Sunday
Farm Lot 59 is a working urban farm that specializes in growing rare and unusual varieties of flowers and organic vegetables. The farm’s mission is to incubate and inspire the culture of urban farming in our community through education, food accessibility, and by being a model of sustainable agriculture practices.
We will serve on the farm this Sunday together with simple communion and prayer. All ages are welcome!
Where: Meet at the Farm Lot 59 Parking Lot.
What to Bring: Signed Waiver (access during online registration). Water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, closed-toed shoes, garden gloves, tools.
FUN Night for Youth (6th - 12th grades)
Register today and invite a friend. Every 5th Friday (ok, it’s the 4th Friday this month!), we do something super fun! These fun times are planned by our youth, and every one of them is different.
Our young adults are hosting a smash hit super FUN night for youth at a perennial favorite: Camelot Golfland in Anaheim. After pizza and drinks, we will play a full round of mini-golf together. Drop off and pick up is at the event site. Carpooling is encouraged! Advance sign up is required by March 11 via Church Center App or register now at 5th Friday Fun Night
Servant Sunday
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.
FUN Night for Youth (6+ - 12th grades)
California Heights UMC welcomes all youth and their families of the “Being the Church Long Beach” to an open-door fun time. We will have food, fun, and fellowship. Games, a scavenger hunt, and “Ghost in the Graveyard” are a few of the activities. Details on how to RSVP will be coming soon.
Groundlings Summer 2023 - Week 5
Week 1: June 19-23
Week 2: June 26-30
Week 3: July 10-14
Week 4: July 17-21
Week 5: July 24-28
"We live grounded in God's love and 'filled with Joy and the Holy Spirit.' " ~ Acts 13:52
Groundlings Day Camp is a multi-generational ministry of Being the Church, Long Beach. We strive to offer every Groundlings camper a sense of deep belonging in a supportive community of peers through a whole lot of recreation and play, creativity, and fun. Paired in “family groups” throughout the day, Groundlings campers learn about themselves and one another, and our collective faith story.
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Groundlings Summer 2023 - Week 4
Week 1: June 19-23
Week 2: June 26-30
Week 3: July 10-14
Week 4: July 17-21
Week 5: July 24-28
"We live grounded in God's love and 'filled with Joy and the Holy Spirit.' " ~ Acts 13:52
Groundlings Day Camp is a multi-generational ministry of Being the Church, Long Beach. We strive to offer every Groundlings camper a sense of deep belonging in a supportive community of peers through a whole lot of recreation and play, creativity, and fun. Paired in “family groups” throughout the day, Groundlings campers learn about themselves and one another, and our collective faith story.
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Groundlings Summer 2023 - Week 3
Week 1: June 19-23
Week 2: June 26-30
Week 3: July 10-14
Week 4: July 17-21
Week 5: July 24-28
"We live grounded in God's love and 'filled with Joy and the Holy Spirit.' " ~ Acts 13:52
Groundlings Day Camp is a multi-generational ministry of Being the Church, Long Beach. We strive to offer every Groundlings camper a sense of deep belonging in a supportive community of peers through a whole lot of recreation and play, creativity, and fun. Paired in “family groups” throughout the day, Groundlings campers learn about themselves and one another, and our collective faith story.
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Youth Summer of Service
This summer, we are excited to offer a few special days for our middle and high school youth. Summer of service is open to all youth entering 6th grade and departing 12th grade. We will learn a little about why we serve as disciples of Christ, and then we will serve as disciples in Christ. We will also play games, hang out, and enjoy some special treats along the way.
The days will be led by Rev. Melinda Dodge with parent support, and other volunteer leaders. All persons will be Ministry Safe certified prior to the event. :)
Registration is Closed
Please contact Rev. Melinda with any questions (E: Melinda@BeingtheChurchLB.org)
Groundlings Summer 2023 - Week 2
Week 1: June 19-23
Week 2: June 26-30
Week 3: July 10-14
Week 4: July 17-21
Week 5: July 24-28
"We live grounded in God's love and 'filled with Joy and the Holy Spirit.' " ~ Acts 13:52
Groundlings Day Camp is a multi-generational ministry of Being the Church, Long Beach. We strive to offer every Groundlings camper a sense of deep belonging in a supportive community of peers through a whole lot of recreation and play, creativity, and fun. Paired in “family groups” throughout the day, Groundlings campers learn about themselves and one another, and our collective faith story.
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Groundlings Summer 2023 - Week 1
Week 1: June 19-23
Week 2: June 26-30
Week 3: July 10-14
Week 4: July 17-21
Week 5: July 24-28
"We live grounded in God's love and 'filled with Joy and the Holy Spirit.' " ~ Acts 13:52
Groundlings Day Camp is a multi-generational ministry of Being the Church, Long Beach. We strive to offer every Groundlings camper a sense of deep belonging in a supportive community of peers through a whole lot of recreation and play, creativity, and fun. Paired in “family groups” throughout the day, Groundlings campers learn about themselves and one another, and our collective faith story.
Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Campers must be entering Kindergarten - 8th grade
Younger Youth Sleepover (Grades 4th-8th)
Our younger youth will have a super fun sleepover this spring. We will meet up on Friday evening for dinner, games, movie and devotion time. Then, on Saturday morning, we will go together to “Servant Saturday” at Farm Lot 59 in Signal Hill. It will be a great night of fellowship and faith conversations together. Sign up coming soon. Contact Pastor Melinda with any questions (e: Melinda@BeingtheChurchLB.org)
Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser
Please join Habitat LA and the Long Beach Area Faith Coalition at the Raise the Roof Wine Tasting Event on Sunday, April 30 in the afternoon. This year’s event will be held at a private home in Long Beach. Enjoy wine tasting, food, live music, opportunity drawings, auction items and more. This event supports the next 36 townhomes that are under construction in Long Beach. Tickets are $55.
Upcoming events
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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