“For if we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and cleanse us from all unrighteousness,” 1 John 1:9. God forgives people by the sacrifice of Jesus, who broke the power of sin on the cross. That lesson is good for any time believers feel they need a fresh start. Join Faith Christian Assembly on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. The Bible study is every Wednesday at 11

Seal Beach Sarang Church meets on Sundays at 12:20 p.m. with a light lunch following. The Wednesday Bible study is at 6 p.m., and the early morning prayer meeting is held TuesdaySaturday at 6 a.m. For more information, call 310-749-0577.

James 4:1-12 is the basis for Pastor Chuck Franco’s sermon on March 15, titled “Conflict or Peace?” The message could be relevant to current world events, but the focus for this passage is on conflict between the spirit of God and fleshly motives and desires. James addresses Christians’ struggle to act upon pure motives and an undivided heart, humbly serving God and others, or yielding to

Congregation Sholom will hold a potluck dinner for members prior to services on Friday, March 13, in Clubhouse 3, Room 9, at 5 p.m. A sign-up sheet has been sent to members. Services are conducted by Rabbi Karen Isenberg and will begin at 6:30 and will also be available on Zoom. Rabbi Mike Mymon will lead the hybrid service on Saturday, March 14, in Clubhouse 3, Room 9, and on Zoom at 10 a.m. The

Holy Family Catholic Church is located next to the St. Andrews Gate. Masses are held Monday-Saturday at 8:30 a.m., Saturdays at 4 p.m. (Vigil) and Sundays at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon. During Lent, Holy Family will have Stations of the Cross Devotion on Fridays at 11 a.m., followed by a Fish Fry lunch (now air fried). RSVP for lunch by calling the parish office at 562-430-8170.