Faith Christian Assembly knows that life can be challenging at times. But the congregation believes that there is a God in heaven who loves and cares for all people. Faith Christian Assembly is friendly congregation that makes sure to make visitors feel welcome. It has two convenient Sunday service times at 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. and is located at the corner of Seal Beach Boulevard and St. Andrews

“Following Christ to New Heights” is the theme for Redeemer Lutheran’s worship service on Sunday, Feb. 27. The 10:30 a.m. main service is filled with organ music, hymns and Communion and held inside the stained-glass sanctuary at 13564 St. Andrews Drive, across the street from the LW Administration building, with ample parking. Dee Sessa and Teresa Smith are this week’s greeters, and Sharon

Holy Family Catholic Church, 13900 Church Place, next to the St. Andrews Gate, will observe the Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time on Feb. 27. Lent The season of Lent will begin soon, with Ash Wednesday falling on March 2. Holy Family will hold Ash Wednesday Mass at 8:30 a.m., noon and 5 p.m. The parish will hold the second part of the mini Lenten retreat with the theme of self-emptying on Friday,

razors. Hands and Hearts United in Giving (HHUG) is a small, local nonprofit dedicated to helping the homeless in the community. HHUG accepts donations of clean used towels and new, unopened travel-size shampoo, soap, lotion and disposable The only clothing accepted is new socks and new underwear for men and women. To donate, contact Susan Hopewell at (562) 430-6044 or Linda Neer at (562) 430-3214

AMERICAN LATINO CLUB The American Latino Club will have its next meeting on Thursday, March 10, in Clubhouse 3, Room 2, at 11:30 a.m. There will be dancing and food at the meeting. Lunch will be two slices of pizza, a green salad, Jamaican hibiscus drinks, coffee or tea, plus a slice of pie. People may bring their own drinks. The lunch will cost $10 per person. People must RSVP and pay for