UCSD Welcome Week 2026

New to Redeemer's Grace Church? We've got an exciting lineup of  Welcome Week events just for you happening from September 21rd to October 2rd!

This year, we will be going through a series on "How did Jesus Love?" throughout our Welcome Week events. Come ready to have some fun with the church and to learn about different aspects of Jesus Christ!
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Happening on Monday 9/21:

BBQ and Bonfire

6:30 - 9:30 PM at La Jolla Shores*

Time of fellowship with bbq at the beach, fun activities, a devotional, a testimonial, and great conversations while ending the night off with s’mores around the fire! Bonfire at the Beach is a great opportunity to connect with those in the Church, build friendships, and reflect on God’s faithfulness!

Devo: A Love That Is Patient
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Happening on Tuesday 9/22:

Aquarium Outing

2:00 - 5:30 PM at Birch Aquarium*
(Meet us at the spheres outside Center Hall)

On the fifth day, God populated the oceans. Let us marvel at His handiwork together at the Birch Aquarium while free admissions last! Enjoy fellowship, a scavenger hunt, and a devotional from the Bible!

Devo: A Love That Is Not Jealous

Happening on Tuesday 9/22:

In-N-Out Night

6:30 - 9:30 PM at Price Center West Ballroom A

Come join us as we enjoy a California classic with In-N-Out themed games!


Devo: A Love That Does Not Brag

Happening on Wednesday, 9/23:

Build-A-Boba

6:30 - 9:30 PM at Price Center West Ballroom A

Come enjoy FREE food, boba, and great fellowship as we dive into God's Word, build meaningful friendships, and enjoy some exciting boba-themed games and activities!


Devo: A Love That Does Not Take Into Account A Wrong Suffered

Happening on Thursday, 9/24:

Taste of San Diego

6:30 - 9:30 PM at the Multipurpose Room
(Next to Yogurt World and under Financial Aid Office)

Get your fix of San Diego's most delicious local foods at our TASTE OF SD event!! Come hungry and leave full, not only with GOOD food but with God's Word and REFRESHING fellowship as we dive into the next devotional of our HOW DID JESUS LOVE?


Devo: A Love That Does Not Rejoice In Unrighteousness

Happening on Friday, 9/25:

Welcome Night

6:30 - 9:30 PM at the RIMAC Dugout
(Next to Shake Smart)

Meet the church at Welcome Night, a night full of free food, fellowship, and a special message from RGC's own Pastor Raymond! 


Message: A Love That Never Fails
 

Happening on Saturday, 9/26:

Snowball Fight

2:30 PM - 5:00 PM at Nobel Park*


Come join us and bring the flurry and fury at Snowball Snowdown! Dive into snowy chaos, take on exciting competitive games, and recharge with FREE FOOD between the action!
 
Devo: A Love That Rejoices With The Truth

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Happening on Tuesday, 9/29:

Instant Ramen and Ice Cream Night

6:30 - 9:30 PM at the Price Center East Ballroom

Come share a dorm room staple with us at Instant Ramen and Ice Cream Night! Enjoy FREE instant ramen, ice cream, and fellowship alongside a devotional from the Bible! 

Devo: A Love That Endures All Things

Happening on Thursday, 10/1:

Minute to Win It!

6:30 - 9:30 PM at the Multipurpose Room

Competition of fast-paced, team-based games that focus on teamwork, engagement and relationship building with newcomers using simple materials and one-minute time limits. Throughout the night, teams will earn points across multiple games, with transition activities, a devotional and a testimonial.

Devo: A Love That Believes All Things

Ride Information

No car? No problem! We provide rides to all of our off-campus Welcome Week events at Peterson Loop!
See the map below for the pickup location.
List of pickup times:
BBQ at the Beach (Monday, 9/21):  6:00 PM
Snowball Fight (Saturday, 9/26): 2:00 PM

Ride Information

No car? No problem! We provide rides to all of our off-campus Welcome Week events!

Pickups will be at Peterson Loop at 6:00 PM for the following events:
BBQ at the Beach | Monday, 9/25 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Build-A-Boba | Tuesday, 9/26 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Welcome Night | Friday, 9/29 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM

Pickups will be at Peterson Loop at 10:00 AM for the following event:
Snowball Fight | Saturday, 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

See the map below for the pickup location.

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Sunday Service

Join us on Sunday mornings at 9am for our church's corporate worship service where we learn how to live according to God’s truths! We are currently going through the book of 2 Peter.
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CAYS Ministry

Our College and Young Singles Ministry is filled with fellowship, fun times, and most importantly, it's a place where you can be built up in God's Word! Come join us for our various events throughout the year!
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Doubt Night

At our monthly Doubt Night events we tackle challenging questions and controversial issues. As Christians, how can we view these issues biblically? Come to Doubt Night to find out!
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