Hi I'm Obie (in the yellow).  I've been at Azure Hills since 2000. I love pickleball and have been playing since 2016. We'd love to have you join us!

The Pickleball Ministry is a welcoming, active outreach that brings together individuals of all skill levels—from first-timers to seasoned players—for a time of connection, light exercise, and Christian fellowship. Whether you're picking up a paddle for the first time or playing competitively, you'll find encouragement, laughter, and a sense of community on and off the court.

GOAL
To foster relationships, promote health, and create a relaxed environment where church members and guests alike can build friendships and reflect the love of Christ through sportsmanship, encouragement, and inclusion.

Who It's For:
All ages and skill levels – church members, friends, neighbors, and visitors. No prior experience needed!

Why We Play:
We believe that shared activities create opportunities for discipleship, encouragement, and outreach. Pickleball offers a low-impact, high-joy way to stay active and make new connections in a faith-filled environment.

DATES:
Sunday morning
Tuesday Nite
Thursday Drill Nite

Hey, I'm Coach Cheyne.  I’ve been here since 2018 and I love working with kids!  

Our goal is to instill Christ-like principles in our student-athletes (grades K-8) and to build a community through basketball while providing an excellent athletic experience for all ability levels in a Christian environment.

DATES: Jan - Mar., Sat & Sun!
LOCATION: LLA Gyms

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“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him.” – Psalm 34:8

Each week, the group bakes something simple and meaningful together while diving into a related biblical truth. Participants leave with both fresh-baked goods and fresh insights from Scripture.

DATES:

LOCATION:
My Home

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This is a 6-week small group designed to awaken the creative spark God placed in each of us. Meeting in a cozy home environment, we’ll gather weekly to reflect on Scripture, explore God’s creativity in the world and in ourselves, and respond through painting.

Each session includes a short devotional, creative prompts, and time to paint while connecting with others. No artistic experience is needed—just a willing heart and an openness to let God speak through color, shape, and imagination.

This group is perfect for anyone seeking rest, renewal, and creative fellowship rooted in faith. Come as you are and discover how creating art can become an act of worshipping

DATES:
Sep 16,  23
Oct 7, 21
Nov 4, 18

LOCATION:
Elder Lisa's Home

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Prayer Meeting is ministry that brings the entire church family—children, youth, adults, and seniors—together in a spirit of unity to seek God through prayer.

Designed for all ages and stages of life, this ministry creates a welcoming and meaningful space for intergenerational connection, worship, and spiritual growth.
Whether you're comfortable praying aloud or prefer to pray quietly, your presence matters.

Every gathering includes moments of guided prayer, praise, Scripture reflection, and space for personal or group prayer.

DATES: Every 2nd Tuesday
TIME: 7 pm
LOCATION: Small Fellowship Hall

Hi, I'm Jenni.  I have participated in Ladies Life for a few years now and really enjoy the Bible study and the fellowship with the ladies.  It's a highlight of my week for sure and would encourage all you can attend and participate and meet new ladies.

LADIES L.I.F.T. (Learning in Fellowship Together) is a women’s Bible study experience that includes individual Bible study at home and a group study at the church on Wednesday mornings. The weekly meeting includes a large group teaching session led by Pastor Mike Leno and small group meetings with discussion, prayer, and fellowship. The topic Pastor Mike will lead us in this year is a study of the book of Matthew

We are starting on September 10 and will end in May.  We have a  break in the study before Thanksgiving and return after New Year,

DATE: Wednesdays
TIME: 10 am
LOCATION: Fellowship Hall

The Gheens have been active members and leaders within Adventurers and Pathfinders for 8 years. Both are culinary and nutrition professionals who; along with their homeschooled children Lily (12) and Austin (9), are avid outdoor and travel enthusiasts. As a family, they've explored 43 states and all but 12 National Parks. They are eager to share their love of sports, the outdoors, gardening and good old hospitality with our church's youth.

Pathfinders is an engaging, hands-on training designed to build practical life skills through recreational, artistic, nature, conservation, vocational, and service-focused activities. Participants earn recognition (honors) as they successfully complete skill-building modules that promote personal growth, responsibility, and real-world readiness.

DATES:
Wednesday nights beginning in September!

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BLANKET MINISTRY | Thursday from 11-12 am | Cottage 1

Feed My Lambs Ministry began in 2000 in LA County.  Each week, volunteers would gather from area churches to make make baby blankets mainly for infants in the intensive care unit at area hospitals.  The ministry, established by Rachel and her late husband, Pastor Garcia, continues to grown and bless others at each church their family was called to.  Azur Hills has been blessed to host this ministry since the Garcia family transferred here in 2015.

WHERE OUR BLANKETS HAVE GONE
**INTERNATIONALLY**
Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Peru, India
Lebanon, Ukraine, Kenya, Congo, Malawi, Ghana

**LOCALLY**
White Memorial Hospital, Loma Linda University Medical Center
Moreno Valley, San Bernardino

**DISASTER RELIEF**
Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Helene

Hi, my name is Jenn.  I've been at Azure since 2015. I have a passion and love for teen girls and want to create a safe and welcoming place for them.

Bloom Ministry has existed since 2021!
It is a safe place for teen girls to discuss how to be a young Christian woman in today’s society. We also do fun events, activities, and outings that happen on and off campus so dates and times vary!

DATES: Usually Friday Evenings

Hi, I'm Kerri.  I've been attending Azure Hills since 1991, and have been a worship leader since 1995! Everyone needs some kind of music in their life and I'm here to help make that happen for anyone who wants it!  Music is my passion!

OUR GOAL:
Fellowship, learn some beautiful music, share music with others to lead them closer to Christ

PRACTICES:
Usually 2-3 practices per month
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Children's:   Wed & Fri (TBD)
Chorale:        Friday's (TBD)
Ladies:           Friday's (TBD)

DATES:
August to May of the next year, off in the summer (I'm fine with the picture I uploaded below, it wouldn't let me submit unless I clicked the question below that saying I wanted a new picture)

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The Azure Hills Adventurer Club (AHAC) leads a program for children 3 to 9 years old (or 4th grade) that incorporates lessons in nature, arts and crafts, recreational activities, social-emotional-spiritual development, and character building. The curriculum encourages kids to explore the wonderful world that God created and to build a loving relationship with Jesus, their family, and their community.

DATE: Wednesdays
TIME: 9:45 am
LOCATION: Fellowship Hall

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My name's Mike, and I've been on the pastoral staff at Azure Hills since 2018! I love the diversity and passion for the gospel here. I'm leading this group because I think the most important thing about our faith is the teachings of Jesus.

GOAL: This is a potluck study to help us understand Jesus, especially on the topic of the Holy Spirit.  Participants sign-up to bring food and study together!

DATES:     Sep. 13 - Oct. 18, 2025,
TIME:        Over Potluck @ 1:30 pm
PLACE:      MC1

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This is a hiking ministry designed to connect people of all ages with each other and with God through the beauty of nature. Held on Sabbath afternoons, these hikes offer a refreshing way to experience rest, renewal, and relationship in the great outdoors.

Each hike includes time to walk, reflect, and enjoy fellowship, often featuring a short devotional or nature-based thought that draws hearts to the Creator. Trails are chosen to be family-friendly and accessible for a wide range of fitness levels.

Who It’s For:
Everyone! Families, children, teens, adults, and seniors are all welcome. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or prefer a gentle stroll, there’s space for you.

Hi, I’m Nelva, and I lead our church’s Sign Language Ministry. As someone who is hard of hearing, I understand how isolating it can feel to be in spaces without language access. That’s why I’m passionate about making our church a place where the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community can feel fully included and spiritually connected.

Through this ministry, I teach American Sign Language (ASL), lead signed worship songs, and help others in our church grow in Deaf awareness and inclusion. My goal is to create a space where everyone—regardless of hearing ability—can experience the love of God and be part of our church family. I’d love to share more with you about how you can get involved as a learner, a volunteer, or simply someone who wants to help make our church more welcoming for all.