Bulletin: March 29, 2026
Order of Service
March 29, 2026
ADORATION: Encountering God
Welcome
Call to Worship: Matthew 21:1-9
Song of Adoration: Song of Heaven
RENEWAL: Dealing With Sin
Song of Confession: Crown Him With Many Crowns
Word of Confession: Matthew 21:12-13
Words of Assurance: 1 Corinthians 3:16; Ephesians 1:13-14
Song of Assurance: Ride on King Jesus
Greeting
COMMISSION: Celebrating & Learning
Words of Welcome
Pastoral Prayer
Sermon: Inside and Outside (Luke 11:37-54)
RESPONSE
Offertory
Song of Response & Celebration: Ancient of Days
Benediction: Ezekiel 36:26
Welcome
Call to Worship: Matthew 21:1-9
Song of Adoration: Song of Heaven
RENEWAL: Dealing With Sin
Song of Confession: Crown Him With Many Crowns
Word of Confession: Matthew 21:12-13
Words of Assurance: 1 Corinthians 3:16; Ephesians 1:13-14
Song of Assurance: Ride on King Jesus
Greeting
COMMISSION: Celebrating & Learning
Words of Welcome
Pastoral Prayer
Sermon: Inside and Outside (Luke 11:37-54)
RESPONSE
Offertory
Song of Response & Celebration: Ancient of Days
Benediction: Ezekiel 36:26
THE GOSPEL OF LUKE:
INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
Luke 11:37-54
Jesus brings us transformation from the inside out—so that we can live in forgiveness, selflessness, humility, wisdom, and depth.
Jesus is invited to a Pharisee's home for a meal and doesn't follow all of the rituals they follow. He uses this as an opportunity to outline the difference between external religion and internal heart transformation. The hope of the gospel runs deeper into our souls than any behavior modification ever can.
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
1. What are ways that your walk with Christ is too shallow, aiming to change external behaviors rather than the heart?
2. How does a life aimed from the inside out bring wisdom?
3. What kind of humility results from the gospel touching down in the depths of your heart?
4. How do pride and insecurity feed each other? And how does the gospel free you?
5. Are you seeking your own glory or Christ's?
Jesus is invited to a Pharisee's home for a meal and doesn't follow all of the rituals they follow. He uses this as an opportunity to outline the difference between external religion and internal heart transformation. The hope of the gospel runs deeper into our souls than any behavior modification ever can.
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
1. What are ways that your walk with Christ is too shallow, aiming to change external behaviors rather than the heart?
2. How does a life aimed from the inside out bring wisdom?
3. What kind of humility results from the gospel touching down in the depths of your heart?
4. How do pride and insecurity feed each other? And how does the gospel free you?
5. Are you seeking your own glory or Christ's?
Weekly Announcements
Holy Week and Easter 2026
Invite Friends: Easter is not only a time of great celebration, it’s also a time of piqued interest and curiosity. Please pick up a few postcards on Sunday (or click here for a digital download in English or Spanish) and invite friends, co-workers, or neighbors to our Easter Services!
Help With Brunch: Cornerstone member Christina Dillard and her family are helping to organize an Easter brunch that will span our three services. We'd love to have help getting everything ready! On the afternoon of Good Friday, there will be an opportunity to shop and load in at the church. On Saturday, we'll be prepping food starting at 10am, as well as getting the gym ready for guests. On Easter Sunday, we'd love help serving food and tearing down after the last service. This is a great opportunity for your DC group or your household to pitch in, either by physically helping or by "sponsoring" some menu items. For more details and to express interest, please email Christina at hichristinadillard@gmail.com.
Pray: God invites his people near. And we commune with him in unique ways when we gather together in prayer. Join us Thursday mornings from 7-8am in the Sanctuary during Lent as we prepare for Easter by drawing close to God and interceding for our city.
Exploring Christianity: Dinner & Conversation
Starting Sunday, April 12th, 6-8pm
Exploring Christianity is a series of weekly dinners (April 12th, 19th, 26th & May 3rd) where people of all backgrounds can gather to enjoy free food, meet new friends, and have meaningful conversations about faith. We'll gather on Sunday evenings from 6-8pm starting April 12th and continue for four weeks. Each week we will explore a main pillar of the Christian faith. We encourage church members to invite friends and join as well. Pick up a postcard on Sunday, or share a digital version here! If you’re exploring for the first time, rethinking, or are just plain curious, Exploring Christianity is for you. Please sign up at https://tinyurl.com/exploring-christianity-cwla. Questions? Email Mark at mark@cornerstonewla.org.
- Maundy Thursday Service — Thursday, April 2nd, 7pm
- Good Friday Service — Friday, April 3rd, 7pm
- Easter Sunday Services — Sunday, April 5th, 8am, 9:45am & 11:30am
Invite Friends: Easter is not only a time of great celebration, it’s also a time of piqued interest and curiosity. Please pick up a few postcards on Sunday (or click here for a digital download in English or Spanish) and invite friends, co-workers, or neighbors to our Easter Services!
Help With Brunch: Cornerstone member Christina Dillard and her family are helping to organize an Easter brunch that will span our three services. We'd love to have help getting everything ready! On the afternoon of Good Friday, there will be an opportunity to shop and load in at the church. On Saturday, we'll be prepping food starting at 10am, as well as getting the gym ready for guests. On Easter Sunday, we'd love help serving food and tearing down after the last service. This is a great opportunity for your DC group or your household to pitch in, either by physically helping or by "sponsoring" some menu items. For more details and to express interest, please email Christina at hichristinadillard@gmail.com.
Pray: God invites his people near. And we commune with him in unique ways when we gather together in prayer. Join us Thursday mornings from 7-8am in the Sanctuary during Lent as we prepare for Easter by drawing close to God and interceding for our city.
Exploring Christianity: Dinner & Conversation
Starting Sunday, April 12th, 6-8pm
Exploring Christianity is a series of weekly dinners (April 12th, 19th, 26th & May 3rd) where people of all backgrounds can gather to enjoy free food, meet new friends, and have meaningful conversations about faith. We'll gather on Sunday evenings from 6-8pm starting April 12th and continue for four weeks. Each week we will explore a main pillar of the Christian faith. We encourage church members to invite friends and join as well. Pick up a postcard on Sunday, or share a digital version here! If you’re exploring for the first time, rethinking, or are just plain curious, Exploring Christianity is for you. Please sign up at https://tinyurl.com/exploring-christianity-cwla. Questions? Email Mark at mark@cornerstonewla.org.
Cornerstone Women’s Breakfast
Saturday, April 18th, 9am-noon, Leonard Chapel
Cornerstone ladies high school age and up, the Women’s Leadership Team (Nicole Austin, Becky Gonzalez, Nancy John, Stephanie Moss, and Meredith Storrs) invites you to join us for a morning of fellowship and food! On Saturday, April 18th, we’ll gather in Leonard Chapel from 9am-noon for a delicious breakfast and coffee. We’ll spend some time in guided conversation as we eat, with multiple opportunities to join table discussions on topics including work/vocation, motherhood, prayer, Bible study, and more. If the $10 cost is a barrier for you, please let us know. If you'd like to help or have any questions in the meantime, please email Nicole at nicole@cornerstonewla.org. Register today!
Cornerstone Men’s Retreat
May 15th-17th, Angeles Crest Christian Camp
Men 18+, join us from Friday, May 15th through Sunday, May 17th at the Cornerstone Men’s Retreat at Angeles Crest Christian Camp, located in the scenic Angeles National Forest! We’ll get away from the city to spend time together, hear from God’s Word, and reconnect as the men of the church. You’ll come back refreshed and ready for life in West Los Angeles with your church family. Registration is now open, and will be available until April 23rd. Payment ($227 per person) is due upon registration. Note: if you are interested in attending but cost is an issue, please let any of our pastors or staff know. Click here for more details or to register.
Cornerstone Kids Camp
June 22nd-26th from 8:30am-12:30pm
* Partial scholarships are available, as needed. Please contact Jeremy for more info at jeremy@cornerstonewla.org.
Saturday, April 18th, 9am-noon, Leonard Chapel
Cornerstone ladies high school age and up, the Women’s Leadership Team (Nicole Austin, Becky Gonzalez, Nancy John, Stephanie Moss, and Meredith Storrs) invites you to join us for a morning of fellowship and food! On Saturday, April 18th, we’ll gather in Leonard Chapel from 9am-noon for a delicious breakfast and coffee. We’ll spend some time in guided conversation as we eat, with multiple opportunities to join table discussions on topics including work/vocation, motherhood, prayer, Bible study, and more. If the $10 cost is a barrier for you, please let us know. If you'd like to help or have any questions in the meantime, please email Nicole at nicole@cornerstonewla.org. Register today!
Cornerstone Men’s Retreat
May 15th-17th, Angeles Crest Christian Camp
Men 18+, join us from Friday, May 15th through Sunday, May 17th at the Cornerstone Men’s Retreat at Angeles Crest Christian Camp, located in the scenic Angeles National Forest! We’ll get away from the city to spend time together, hear from God’s Word, and reconnect as the men of the church. You’ll come back refreshed and ready for life in West Los Angeles with your church family. Registration is now open, and will be available until April 23rd. Payment ($227 per person) is due upon registration. Note: if you are interested in attending but cost is an issue, please let any of our pastors or staff know. Click here for more details or to register.
Cornerstone Kids Camp
June 22nd-26th from 8:30am-12:30pm
- What: Cornerstone Kids Camp (CKC) is a week-long event filled with music, games, crafts, skits, Bible teaching, snacks, and lots and lots of crazy fun!
- Who: Children who are entering Kindergarten through those entering 6th grade
- Theme: Jesus: The Game Changer
- Cost: $100 per child *
* Partial scholarships are available, as needed. Please contact Jeremy for more info at jeremy@cornerstonewla.org.
Upcoming Events
Please note that all dates are subject to change.
APRIL
April 2nd – Maundy Thursday
April 3rd – Good Friday
April 5th – Easter Sunday
April 10th – Cornerstone College Panel
April 12th – Super Sunday
April 12th – Exploring Christianity (4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3)
April 18 – Cornerstone Women’s Breakfast
April 19 – Cornerstone Youth Night
April 24th-25th – Youth Apologetics Conference
APRIL
April 2nd – Maundy Thursday
April 3rd – Good Friday
April 5th – Easter Sunday
April 10th – Cornerstone College Panel
April 12th – Super Sunday
April 12th – Exploring Christianity (4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3)
April 18 – Cornerstone Women’s Breakfast
April 19 – Cornerstone Youth Night
April 24th-25th – Youth Apologetics Conference
MAY
May 3rd – Super Sunday
May 15th-17th – Cornerstone Men’s Retreat
May 31st – Intro to Cornerstone & Family Meeting
May 31st – Cornerstone Church Picnic
SAVE THE DATES
June 22nd-26th – Cornerstone Kids Camp
July 11th-17th – Guatemala Trip
August 3rd-7th – Royal Family Kids Camp
November 6th-8th – Women’s Retreat
May 3rd – Super Sunday
May 15th-17th – Cornerstone Men’s Retreat
May 31st – Intro to Cornerstone & Family Meeting
May 31st – Cornerstone Church Picnic
SAVE THE DATES
June 22nd-26th – Cornerstone Kids Camp
July 11th-17th – Guatemala Trip
August 3rd-7th – Royal Family Kids Camp
November 6th-8th – Women’s Retreat