I personally, am Catholic. But I live in Turtle Ridge, and can't help but notice Mariner's. If you want a small church, it may not be the best, but it is quite popular and has many services/aspects---childcare/daycamps/cafe/bookstore...
[quote author="norcaljeff" date=1216890801]Not to offend, but looking more for a non-denominational church rather than Catholic, Luthern, Mormon, etc. Thanks for your responses.</blockquote>
ooops...read that wrong... never mind--I didnt see the non-denominational part...
I like Saddleback, been to the San Clemente campus a few times. While I love the more laid back style, I think the main Pastor, Rick Warren, might be a little too liberal, in the political sense of the word. Any chuches like Saddleback but more on the conservative side? Maybe the one in Irvine is moreso???
If it's not too late -- I really like <a href="http://www.villagechurchirvine.com/">The Village Church</a> in Irvine. When we moved here I researched a lot of them and tried them out - this tops my list. It's small enough but not too small. Has a great message and wonderful pastor. Not a "McChurch". The children's ministries we have really enjoyed. Hope this helps.