Posts by: Sarina Gregersen

From Control to Communion, From Panic to Peace

As we spend time during the Advent season to have a better and deeper understanding of what it means to be present to God’s presence in the present, we would like to invite you to join us for our 9am pre-service prayer circle on Sunday mornings in the cafeteria. Prayer is a powerful way to… Read more »

Looking back on 2025

Dear Awakening Family, Each December, I ask God for one word that captures what He’s been doing in our church. This year, that word is FAITHFUL. God has been faithful. You have been faithful. And because of that, 2025 has been a year marked by people awakened to new life in Jesus. You see His… Read more »

Trade holiday hustle for the pace of Jesus

**Del Mar is hosting a sporting event THIS Sunday, December 7th. Parking will be impacted, if possible plan to carpool or feel free to park across the street at our office parking lot at 1210 S Bascom Ave., San Jose!!** As we spend time during the Advent season to have a better and deeper understanding… Read more »

Happy Thanksgiving!

Life is moving faster than ever. Somehow it’s December again. Another year gone in a blink. We raced through our to-dos, calendars, deadlines, and endless notifications…and still feel behind. In a world that never slows down, it’s easy to miss the moments that matter most. But Christmas tells a different story. A story where God… Read more »

We have a God who cares about every single child…

Dear Awakening Church Family, Through this Love Local series, I have been reminded what a beautiful thing it is for God’s church to engage in the restoration of the world. When we, the people of God, meet the needs of those around us, we are part of God’s restorative work. I’m so grateful to be… Read more »

Jesus’ Heart for the HUNGRY

Dear Awakening Church family, I am constantly amazed at the generosity of our Awakening Family, by the way you have followed God’s calling to be generous givers of not only your finances but of your time as well. I am blessed to oversee a team of volunteers who, twice a month, gather to serve families in… Read more »

Jesus’ Heart for the UNHOUSED

Dear Awakening Church family, I am so grateful that we get to be a church that holistically represents God’s heart, seeking to advance both the proclamation and demonstration of The Gospel. So a reminder that this Sunday we will launch our Love Local teaching and engagement series, a way to magnify God’s ongoing ministry through… Read more »

You meant it for evil, BUT GOD…

We are thrilled to welcome guest worship leader, and Ryan’s brother, Jason Ingram this Sunday! Jason has one of the most diverse and accomplished resumes in Christian music, becoming one of Christian music’s most successful and respected songwriters and producers. In 2015, he co-wrote five No. 1 songs: “Because He Lives (Amen)” recorded by Matt… Read more »

THE BETTER WAY

We exist to awaken this generation to new life in Jesus Christ. We’re so glad you’re here! If you’re new to Awakening, we would love to get to know you and for you to get to know us! The best way to do that is by filling out a Connection Card. We would love for… Read more »

Is it worth it?

We exist to awaken this generation to new life in Jesus Christ. We’re so glad you’re here! If you’re new to Awakening, we would love to get to know you and for you to get to know us! The best way to do that is by filling out a Connection Card. We would love for… Read more »

What you call wasted time, God calls preparation.

WE’RE HIRING! We’re hiring a part-time Kids Ministry Assistant to work 10 hours a week and support our Family Pastor by helping to execute Sunday kids ministry. The Kids Ministry Assistant will also assist with church events that involve kids and their families, and help in other areas of kids ministry as needed. If you… Read more »

Shaped in the Shadows

We exist to awaken this generation to new life in Jesus Christ. We’re so glad you’re here! If you’re new to Awakening, we would love to get to know you and for you to get to know us! The best way to do that is by filling out a Connection Card. We would love for… Read more »