‍Anxiety/Depression

Anxious for Nothing - Max Lucado: A handbook on casting all thoughts into obedience with Jesus Christ and His will for your daily walk.

Light in the Darkness - Gary Lovejoy, PhD and Gregory Knopf, MD: A deep understanding of depression, its roots, and the potential invitation to light and healing that come from it.

Out of the Cave - Chris Hodges: A short study and handbook for overcoming the impacts of depression in the life of a believer. Finding relief in God’s divine design for our humanity.

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Personal Growth, Healing, Relationships

5 Days to a New Self - Terry Hargrave, PhD, LMFT, and Sharon Hargrave, LMFT: Learning to relate to yourself and others in healthier ways.

Doing Life with Your Adult Children - Jim Burns: Understanding your changing role as a parent of an adult child living with you or languishing rather than thriving in God’s purpose.

For Men Only - Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn: A primer for men on understanding the needs and heart of a woman.

Get Your Life Back - John Eldridge: Explores ways that we can challenge a comfort culture that has caused us to settle for less or to regress in our emotional, mental, and spiritual life.

Life Without Lack: Living in the Fullness of God - Dallas Willard: Resets our perspectives on living fully in God’s provision, protection, and purpose for our lives.

Our Mothers, Ourselves - Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend: Examining difficult relationships with a mother.

Tired of Trying to Measure Up - Dr. Jeff Van Vonderen

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Recovery

Boundaries - Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

Codependent No More - Melody Beattie

Father Wound - Kathy Rodriguez

On the Threshold of Hope - Diane Langberg, PhD: 

The New Codependency - Melody Beattie

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Women

Captivating - Stacy Eldridge: Discovering and celebrating God’s design for a woman’s heart.

Enough - Sharon Jaynes: Addressing long held beliefs about how you measure up as a woman.

Made to Crave - Lysa Terkeurst: Exchange cravings for food with cravings for a life-giving relationship with God.

Your Best Yes - Lysa Terkeurst: Learning to prioritize your gifts and talents for God’s kingdom and your well-being.

Unglued - Lysa Terkeurst: Identifying and taming the internal emotional triggers that cause undesirable reactions or resentment in your relationships.

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Spiritual Growth

A Guide for Listening and Inner-Healing Prayer - Rusty Rustenbach

Draw the Circle - Mark Batterson: Learning about and establishing a dedicated circle of believers who cover each other in intentional prayer.

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality - Peter Scazzaro

Emotionally Healthy Relationships - Peter Scazzaro

How People Grow - Dr. Henry Cloud: Acknowledges that deep learning comes from internalized understanding based on an emotional tie to healthy behaviors.

Moving Mountains - John Eldridge: Learning to pray authoritatively for consecration, listening, healing, and against spiritual warfare.

Resilient - John Eldridge: Recognizing God as the source of living water that quenches our thirst when our own resilience has run dry.

The Rest of God - Mark Buchanon: Revisits our concept of Sabbath and reorients us toward soul care.

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These resources are not affiliated with Christian Assembly Los Angeles.

GriefShare.org for those grieving and still hurting from the recent or past loss of a loved one. A 13-week, discussion-based support group, centered around faith-based content and topics. Open to all regardless of faith tradition. Offered at local churches or as online groups in different time zones. While Christian Assembly offers this group occasionally, it is recommended to join a group listed on their website if you are in need of more immediate support. Not affiliated with Christian Assembly Los Angeles.

DivorceCare.org for those in the midst of or impacted by the aftermath of divorce. A 13-week, discussion-based support group, centered around faith-based content and topics. Open to all regardless of faith tradition. Offered at local churches or as online groups in different time zones. While Christian Assembly offers this group occasionally, it is recommended to join a group listed on their website if you are in need of more immediate support. Not affiliated with Christian Assembly Los Angeles.

PureDesire.org, an ongoing recovery and support group for men, women, or teens who are struggling with sexual addiction or are impacted by the sexual addiction of others. A discussion-based support group, centered around faith-based content and topics. Offered at local churches or as online groups in different time zones. Not affiliated with Christian Assembly Los Angeles.

CelebrateRecovery.org, an ongoing recovery and support group for anyone struggling with substance abuse or other unhealthy behaviors such as food addictions. The group also welcomes anyone who is codependent with someone who struggles with addiction or unhealthy behaviors. Not affiliated with Christian Assembly Los Angeles.

The Landing: CR for Students, an ongoing Celebrate Recovery support group specifically for teens and youth struggling with substance abuse or other unhealthy behaviors. Not affiliated with Christian Assembly Los Angeles.

Download the Life Group Leader Training Guide Here

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Start Your Journey: Download Our Daily Bible Reading Plan

"Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." - Psalm 119:105

Transform Your Daily Walk with God

What if you could start each day with clarity, purpose, and peace? What if fifteen minutes each morning could change the trajectory of your entire year?

That's the power of consistent Bible reading, and we're excited to help you experience it firsthand.

Why a Daily Bible Reading Plan?

Many Christians desire to read through the Bible but don't know where to start. Others begin with good intentions in January only to find themselves lost in genealogies by February. A structured reading plan eliminates the guesswork and keeps you on track.

Our Daily Bible Reading Plan offers:

• Manageable daily portions that fit into busy schedules
• Balanced reading from both Old and New Testament
• Clear progression through Scripture over the course of a year
• Flexibility to catch up if you miss a day

What Makes Our Plan Different?

This isn't just another reading schedule, it's a carefully crafted journey designed to help you:

• Build consistent habits that stick beyond the first month
• Understand Scripture through thoughtful pacing and context
• Experience God's character as His story unfolds chronologically
• Connect with our church family as we read together

When our entire congregation follows the same reading plan, Sunday sermons become richer, small group discussions go deeper, and we share a common foundation for growth.

Getting Started Is Simple

Ready to begin this life-changing habit? Here's how:

Step 1: Download Your Plan

Download the Q2 Daily Bible Reading Plan

Download the Holy Week Reading Plan

The plan includes:

• A full 365-day reading schedule
• Tips for successful Bible study
• Prayer suggestions to enhance your reading
• Space for notes and reflections

Step 2: Choose Your Reading Time

Pick a consistent time each day, whether it's with your morning coffee, during lunch break, or before bed. Consistency matters more than perfection.

Step 3: Start Small

If daily reading feels overwhelming, start with three days a week and build from there. God honors faithful steps, no matter how small.

Step 4: Find Your Method

Whether you prefer a physical Bible, phone app, or audio version, choose the format that works best for your lifestyle.

Join the Journey

You don't have to walk this path alone. Consider:

• Inviting a friend to follow the plan with you for accountability
• Sharing insights on social media using #ChurchBibleReading
• Joining our weekly Bible study group that follows the same readings
• Participating in our online discussion forum for questions and encouragement

Ready to Begin?

The best time to start reading God's Word was yesterday. The second-best time is today.

Download your Q2 Daily Bible Reading Plan or Download the Holy Week Reading Plan and take the first step toward a year of spiritual growth and deeper intimacy with God.

What is a Baby Dedication?

“Teach your children to choose the right path, and when they are older, they will remain upon it.”   Proverbs 22:6

It is our tradition to follow the example of many families in the Bible, including Jesus’ family, and dedicate our children to God when they are born.  The dedication is a symbol of choosing to raise our children to know and follow Jesus, and it’s a way of welcoming them into the larger family of Christian Assembly.  Together, with parents, we want to do all we can as a community to ensure that our little ones grow up in a church where they know they are loved, where they know the good news of Jesus and where they know they can grow to be all that God has planned for them to be.

Families and friends are welcome to join you in the service when you dedicate your child.  Cameras are welcome as well.  We encourage you to make the moment special and memorable for you and your family.

To Dedicate Your Baby:

1. Your baby must be less than 1 year old.  If you have adopted a child and would like to participate in the dedications, please contact us at: 323-255-2516.
2. Click here to fill out a Baby Dedication Form (turn your form into the Kids Church check-in tent on the weekend or email to kidschurch@cachurch.com)
3. Once your request is turned in, a CA staff member will contact you to confirm the Dedication.
4. You will be receiving a letter explaining more of what a Baby Dedication means for you and your child.

Note:  We are able to accommodate 5 families per service, so we ask that forms are submitted as soon as possible.

2025 BABY DEDICATION DATES:

November 8th and 9th - Forms are due October 27th

We dedicate babies during our weekend services. Please submit your request form at least two weeks prior to the date of the dedication. (You can submit your form as early as you’d like) For more information about baby dedications email us at kidschurch@cachurch.com

We love babies and celebrate with parents who come to dedicate their little ones. Dedication is the commitment of parents to raise their children to know and follow Jesus Christ. If this is your pledge, then we are honored to be a part of this experience with you!

Please Note: We cannot guarantee which pastor from our staff will do your baby dedication. We are confident that each member of our pastoral staff is equipped to perform your baby dedication and will be excited to celebrate with you for this special occasion.

Fill out a Baby Dedication Form Here (turn your form into the Kids Church check-in tent on the weekend or email to kidschurch@cachurch.com)

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If you lead a Life Group and want to dig deeper into the weekend sermons with your group, our weekly Life Group Leader Guides are for you!  Leader Guides are posted below on Monday afternoons and include questions related to the weekend’s sermon. Questions? Email Marvine@cachurch.com

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Getting Your Financial House in Order: Empowering Workshops and Helpful Tools

At Christian Assembly, we believe in equipping our church family with the tools to thrive in every area of life, including their finances. That’s why we periodically host practical, approachable financial workshops on essential topics such as personal finance, investing, college planning, estate planning, income tax updates, and more.

What You Can Expect

Our recent workshop series, Getting Your Financial House in Order, was held over two nights and offered a wealth of knowledge, tools, and resources to help participants:

• Understand their income and expenses
• Build and stick to a budget
• Plan for the future with clarity and confidence
• Learn about budgeting tools and apps to support long-term goals
• Gain insight into payment options like the Level Pay Plan from SoCalGas

Night 1: Getting Your Financial House In Order

Night 2: Getting Your Financial House In Order

Downloadable Resources

To support your financial journey, we’ve made several resources available from both nights of the workshop:

Night 1 Resources:

• Budget Worksheet
• Annual Income Budgeting
• Annual Expense Planning
• 2 Period Budget Template
• Sample 2 Period Budget
• The 5 Best Budgeting Apps to Make Managing Your Money Easier

Night 2 Resources:

• 7 Best Budget Apps
• FAQ: Level Pay Plan & Other Payment Options
• Level Pay Plan - SoCalGas

Why It Matters

Finances are a significant part of life and stewardship. By understanding and managing our financial resources wisely, we honor God and reduce stress in our daily lives. These workshops aren’t just about dollars and cents, they’re about freedom, peace of mind, and preparing well for whatever the future holds.

Whether you missed the event or want to revisit what you learned, these tools are here to help you take your next step.

Let’s continue growing together in wisdom and purpose, financially, spiritually, and in every part of life.

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Books: Click on book title to order from Amazon.com

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New Believers:
Simply Christian by NT Wright
Knowing God by J.I. Packer
Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis
My Utmost for His Highest (Devotional) by Oswald Chambers

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Apologetics:
The Reason for God by Tim Keller
Case for Christ by Lee Strobel

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Biblical Study Aids:
Tyndale NT Commentary, Rev. Ed. by InterVarsity PressLife Application Study Bible New Living Translation
New Believer’s Bible New Living Translation
Dictionary of New Testament Background (The IVP Bible Dictionary Series)
Dictionary of the Old Testament: Wisdom, Poetry & Writings (The IVP Bible Dictionary Series)
Dictionary of the Old Testament: Historical Books (The IVP Bible Dictionary Series)
Dictionary of the Later New Testament & Its Developments
Dictionary of the Old Testament: Pentateuch (The IVP Bible Dictionary Series)
Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels (The IVP Bible Dictionary Series)
Dictionary of Paul and His Letters (The IVP Bible Dictionary Series)
Urbana Bible Studies (IVP)
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Church:
Curious by Tom Hughes
ChurchNext by Eddie Gibbs
The Missional Church by Darrell Guder
Six Dangerous Questions by Paul Borthwick

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Culture, Race, & Racial Reconciliation:
The Gospel in a Pluralist Society by Leslie Newbigin
Many Colors: Cultural Intelligence for a Changing Church by Soong-Chan Rah
Beyond Colorblind: Redeeming our Ethnic Journey by Sarah Shin
Being White: Finding Our Place in a Multiethnic World by Paula Harris & Doug Schaupp
A Time to Break Silence: The Essential Works of Martin Luther King, Jr., for Students (King Legacy)
Undivided: Multi-ethnic Workshop Videos

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Evangelism:
I Once Was Lost: What Postmodern Skeptics Taught Us About Their Path to Jesus by Doug Schaupp and Don Everts
Based on a True Story by James Choung

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Life Issues:
Counterfeit Gods by Tim Keller
Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis
AA Big Book by AA
Christian Counseling, Rev. Ed. by Collins
Codependent No More by Melodi Beattie
How People Grow by Henry Cloud and Townsend
The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning

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Spiritual Formation:
In the Name of Jesus by Henry Nouwen
The Confessions by St. Augustine
Celebration of Discipline by Richard Foster
Ruthless Trust by Brennan Manning
A Tale of Three Kings: A Study in Brokeness by Gene Edwards

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Theology:
Theology for the Community of God by Stanley Grenz
Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem

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Science:
Beyond the Cosmos by Dr. Hugh Ross
Privileged Planet by Gonzalez & Richard

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