Overview

We've included this section to provide an overview of our ministry style and practices. While it's by no means comprehensive, Lord willing it will assist in offering a thumbnail sketch of the Church Body.

Sundays

Although we do not follow a formal liturgy, a typical Sunday Service includes the following...

• Informal/casual dress
• Contemporary Worship
• Open Prayer
• Teaching through the Bible (typically from New King James Version)
• Lots of fellowship & conversation

Affiliation

AOCF is affiliated with Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa, Calvary Chapel Outreach Fellowship, and Pastor Chuck Smith.

Baptism & Communion

Baptism: Scheduled periodically for those who confess Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, and are actively involved in discipleship.

Communion: Celebrated once-a-month, typically on the first Sunday of the month. Open to all believers in Jesus Christ who personally trust in his substitutionary work at the cross, and identify with his subsequent bodily resurrection.

Beliefs

Please follow the link for our Statement of Faith (click).

Children's Ministry

We have a fantastic Children’s Ministry lead by enthusiastic children’s ministers with a heart for the Lord. Instruction is in God’s Word, the way of salvation, discipleship, and prayer.

• 0-2: Nursery & Toddlers
• 2-8: Alpha-Omega Kids
• 9+:  Invited to sit with an adult during the Service

We also recognize and support the parental conviction for a family to share in the worship experience together. In light of this, we request the following consideration: If  distracting behavior or the need to exit the Service is anticipated, we recommend seating your family toward the rear of the sanctuary. We desire that everyone receive the ministry of the Word, therefore please join us in providing an environment conducive to this goal.

• A Mom's Room is also available for mothers with nursing children.

Ministries

• Home Fellowships
• Children's Ministry
• Men's Bible Study & Breakfast - last Saturday of the month
• Women's Bible Study & Breakfast - 2nd Saturday of the month
• Chefs & Meals
• Greeters
• Groundskeeping
• Housekeeping
• Musician's Fellowship (click)
• Ushers