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By JUDY ERICKSON Suicide prevention is so crucial to 17year-old Temecula resident Luke Maxwell that he gives other depressed teens a letter to give their parents — the letter he wished he’d given his. Instead, they found the suicide note he left when he drove their van into an oncoming car on Dec. 3, 2012, on Rancho California Road in Temecula. In a story of redemption and reconciliation, Lenny Ross, the man Luke hit, is a big supporter of the teen depression support group that Luke has started. Furthermore, Luke and his mother Carol are helping Ross
start another group at his congregation. Luke’s group, facilitated by county mental health workers, is held the first Saturday of each month, 10 a.m., at St. Martha’s Catholic Church in Murrieta. It aims to create a safe, non-threatening atmosphere for teens. Parents meet separately to encourage each other. The Maxwells hope to provide outings for the teens and add groups in other churches in the San Diego Diocese. The Maxwells attend St. Margaret’s in Oceanside. Meanwhile, Luke reaches out to other teens through many media outlets including YouTube and his inspirational website, www.ucantberased.com. In both he gives troubled teens a letter to give their parents in hopes of getting them help. “I know how you feel, and you do matter. Your life is precious. You count,” he wrote on his profile. The Maxwells and Ross saw miracles in the near-tragedy when Maxwells’ 12Please turn to page 15
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Spend time with teens, suggests youth pastor By WENDY ROBINSON “Acceptance is so important, especially when you haven’t developed identity and don’t know who you are, you start to question if anyone would care if you’re there or not,” said Josiah Lopez, youth pastor of Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Suicide is the third leading cause of death for youth between the ages of 10 and 24. The Center for Disease Control states that approximately 4,600 young lives are lost to suicide each year, and that nationwide, 16 percent of students in grades 9 to 12 have reported seriously considering suicide. In 2012, there were 413 suicide deaths in San Diego County. This problem is real, and forces recognition of the significant number of young people in our city who are hurting.
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Causes for suicide among teenagers vary, but Lopez said a desire for acceptance seems to be the No. 1 reason. On Nov. 1, just a few months into Lopez’ leadership at Otay Ranch High School, one of his students, Steven Lui, took his own life. “I didn’t know what to think at first,” shared Lopez. “I was sad, then frustrated, then felt guilty. I kept thinking, ‘What could I have done to make a difference, to peel back the layers?’ Kids struggle with being accepted, and maybe he needed to know that I was proud of him.” “Often as teachers, youth leaders, pastors, we’re really not so generous with our time,” said Lopez. “Though someone might have baggage that’s heavy, if we really care and want to make an impact, it has got to be more than on the surface and we have Please turn to page 4
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By CYNDIE CLAYPOOL de NEVE Participating in a marathon was never on Don Talley’s bucket list. But there he was on Jan. 19 being pushed in a wheelchair for 26.2 miles in the Carlsbad Marathon. Yes, in a wheelchair. Eight “Run With Don” team members took turns pushing their mentor, Talley, a senior director for Youth For Christ/ USA, on that beautiful Sunday morning. Their motto: “He pushed us … we’re pushing back.” Brad Ashwell, who came to Christ through Talley’s persistence in hanging
out with him and his friends, thought of the idea to honor Talley’s 26 years of pushing youth toward Christ through a fundraising marathon, 26 miles for 26 years. He wanted to “help him and his ministry be able to push the kids of the future like he pushed us.” Talley’s initial thought? The idea was “the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard,” laughed the thin, blond man. But when Talley realized the impact it could have on future teens, he jumped on board. “This isn’t about me, but this is about what God has done in all of us, and what God will do in the lives of hundreds of Please turn to page 18
''Military Bride' wedding came at perfect time By COLLEEN MONROE The Book of James tells us that every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights. On Saturday, Jan. 11, Patricia Solorzano and Sgt. Luis Lopez, USMC, received a perfect gift. Joined by more than 50 family members and friends on the rooftop of La Jolla Coves Suites, Pati and Luis shared their wedding vows as the first recipients of a Military Bride Wedding Giveaway coordinated by Good News, etc. The event was a wedding and a family gathPlease turn to page 12
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he lowly chicken may be the most important animal in service to the gospel today. Comedian Tim Hawkins sings “God Bless You, Chick-fil-A” to the tune of Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA.” Of course, who doesn’t start craving that magnificent golden chicken sandwich after church on Sunday? Right before you remember that this Christianowned chain is closed on the Lord’s Day, that is. Anyway, this farm fowl has moved up in the pecking order ahead of its biblical barnyard fellows, such as sheep, goats, and doves. We should have seen it coming. Chickens — and especially eggs — have been scratching their way into Christian thought for some time now. Somehow Easter began including chicks and eggs. An apologetics website is named The Poached Egg, based on C.S. Lewis’ statement that Jesus could not be simply a great moral teacher: A mere man who claimed that he was God would “either be a lunatic — on the level of the man who claimed that he was a poached egg — or else he would be the Devil of Hell.” Serve India Ministry sponsors The Egg Project, with tutoring centers and gospel outreach, giving hungry children an egg at each session. We don’t know which came first in ministry, the chicken or the egg, but an eggcellent use of chickens comes from church planting group e-3 Partners in Ethiopia. For years, they had attempted to reach Northern Ethiopians through eyeglass clinics, medical trips, and free wheelchairs. God blessed those efforts, but new insight came to them when one Ethiopian queried, “If we came to your village in America, would everyone need eyeglasses?” They realized that they were not reaching all age groups, or even families, and that they were not getting a chance to visit in homes. So, according to Diane Ault, Ethiopia country coordinator, two years ago, e3 began delivering chickens and a rooster to families in very poor, very unreceptive villages. The poultry are delivered by the government, along with training on how to care for them. The requirement is that the
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LIGHTEN UP! BILL SMITH families take care of them, feed them, and most importantly, build a coop for them. About a month later, e-3 campaigners and Ethiopian disciple-makers show up at their homes with a gift bag. It includes chicken feed as well as other useful items, such as notebooks and pens for the children, iodized salt to prevent goiters, and even sewing kits. The villagers receive the church planters with open arms, and are eager to show off their chicken coop, usually ingeniously constructed of sticks, mud, dung, and whatever other materials they have at hand. In turn, the Christians share their faith. Some 165 churches have been planted in the past two years. More than poultry results, you might say. As they began going to these most impoverished villages, the subject of human trafficking came up. Many villages have lost daughters, who were supposedly being trained for jobs, recruited away by “conductors,” who are really nothing more than human traffickers. Estimates are that 250 to 300 Ethiopian girls each day leave for the Middle East, often never to be heard from again. E3 asked to be sent to the villages where the most trafficking is happening. Having a chance to sit in the homes lets our believing brothers and sisters warn the villagers of the villainy of these conductors. In addition, providing these poorest families with the means to provide their own food for their families makes them less likely to let their daughters be taken away. None of those conversations would have happened without the chickens. We asked Ault what her fellow e3 staffers and campaigners think about the chicken method. She admits, “Well, sometimes when we walk into a room, we hear some clucking. I think it’s hilarious. I call it our Fowl to Forgiveness strategy.” All this from the ordinary barnyard chicken — villages open to church-planting, microcredit for impoverished people, much-needed protein for malnourished people, and a tool to fight human trafficking. Why did the chicken cross the road? Apparently to bring the Good News to hurting people. o Bill Smith attends Emmanuel Faith Community Church in Escondido.
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Suicide prevention . . . Continued from page 1 to be able to see problems early on. There is a need in San Diego for awareness of how widespread suicidal thoughts are among teens, and for the training of youth leaders to know what to look for. A lot comes down to knowledge. I wish I was more educated in knowing what to look for.” Although some ministries provide training in this area for youth pastors, such as La Jolla Presbyterian’s Youth Ministry SunHouse, which requires all staff working with youth and children to complete a training in Mental Health First Aid, not all ministries require it. “When hiring a youth pastor, a lot of the time churches don’t care if he or she has had training in this area,” said Julie Hayden, dean of Behavioral Science at Southern California Seminary. SCS provides seminary students with the opportunity to take classes that can help equip them for suicide prevention. They offer minor studies in both counseling and human development, and a master’s degree in counseling and psychology that provides tangible and specific tools to help those in need. They also have a crisis intervention class that addresses the need to connect with resources in the community to help people who are struggling. Hayden recommends the Crisis Intervention class, saying, “It will provide a foundation to help leaders spot if someone is depressed or suicidal, what you could do right in that moment, and how to refer to someone who can help.” John Yancey, administrative pastor of Faith Chapel in Spring Valley, explained, “A pastor is a better pastor if he or she knows their limitations, helping to connect the suicidal individual or hurting family member with a professional Christian counseling service.” Another important need among ministries is the ability to provide support for families and friends who have lost someone to suicide. Aftershock, a suicide loss ministry at Rock Church, seeks to fulfill that need. “The Lord told me to start the ministry,” said Michele Madden, who started the ministry two years ago. “Almost 10 years ago, I lost my brother to suicide.” It’s a peerless support group that has meetings twice a month — a place for people to come and talk openly, sharing as much or as little as they want. The ministry
exists as a safe community of support. “If they’re mad at God, we let them be, it’s fully acceptable,” said Madden, “We don’t want to say, ‘You can’t say that.’ ” A number of people who attend Aftershock have lost teenagers to suicide. “Every person I know who has lost a child had been trying to get help. Their children were being evaluated and they come home that day or a day later and find their child,” said Madden. “[Their children] just didn’t feel comfortable to say, ‘I’m in this much pain, I need help here.’ ” Urban Youth Collaborative also supports families after they have suffered suicide loss. The organization connects churches with schools, sending youth pastors onto campuses to provide counseling for students. “One way the pastoral team helps when a teenage suicide occurs in one of the schools is we are able to connect with the families affected and can do follow up with them,” said Carlos Nicasio, UYC South Bay director. “We are the church and as the church we are able to help people heal.” As one of the pastors connected with UYC, Josiah Lopez was able to gain support and helpful resources from UYC connections. “You never want to be on the tail end of it,” said Lopez. He encourages teenagers, parents, and Christians alike to educate themselves to have an impact. “Go deeper, spend time, and be the difference,” he said. “My words to leaders are: Don’t stay on the surface. Be real. Sometimes, when you’re so close to it, it’s harder to see the signs because everything becomes normal, but these types of moments are so important. We can’t afford to just pass them by, to not have time, because maybe we won’t have that time to spend with them. I wouldn’t feel the same way I do now if I would have spent the time.” UMTR2ME is a non-profit initiative focused on providing quality support, hope, encouragement, education and resources for individuals who are struggling with mental illness, depression, or thoughts of suicide, in addition to supporting family and friends. On Feb. 8, UMTR2ME will present “An Evening of Hope” at Rock Church, where a survivor of attempted suicide at the age of 18 will speak. Admission is free. For information, contact Michele Madden at
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Can Christianity and yoga coexist? What should be the church's position? By PENNY HARRINGTON The practice has become an increasingly popular form of fitness in our culture. Department and sporting goods stores market the clothing and equipment. Storefront studios beckon those seeking to trim extra pounds or gain flexibility. Characters on television and in kid’s cartoons strike its postures. Yoga seems to be everywhere. Even the White House promoted its practice with a “Yoga Garden” at last year’s Easter Egg Roll and includes yoga in its “President’s Challenge” program for physical activity stating, “Yoga has become a universal language of spiritual exercise in the United States, crossing many lines of religion and cultures.” What the White House termed “spiritual exercise” became the focus of an ongoing local controversy when the Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) received a grant from the Jois Foundation to develop a yoga curriculum as physical education and study its effects on students. Although scores of Christian parents cited concerns about the religious nature of the program, EUSD refused to remove the classes. Parents Steve and Jennifer Sedlock filed a civil rights lawsuit to “stop EUSD from using state resources to prefer and endorse Ashtanga yoga, which unlawfully promotes religious beliefs, while disfavoring and discriminating against other religions.” The court held that the program appeared to be secular and could continue, though the judge acknowledged that the foundation appeared to be “on a mission to get Ashtanga yoga taught in public schools.” The case is on appeal, with that decision expected this year. And yoga is finding its way into some churches as well. Is this an appropriate practice for Christians? In essence, what should the believer’s “yoga position” be? This was the subject of a Jan. 16 forum for pastors and church leaders at Horizon North County hosted by Pastor Bob Botsford, “Yoga: Purely Physical or Is It Religious?” Botsford opened the event, attended by more than 70 ministry leaders, by suggesting, “Your life is like a house and what you let in and who you let in and the amount of
access you leave open makes all the difference.” He believes the church’s response to the issue of yoga is long overdue. So, is yoga inherently religious? Can spiritual aspects be removed to allow the practice to “coexist” with Christianity? Or is “Christian yoga” an oxymoron? Dean Broyles is founder and president of the National Center for Law & Policy (NCLP) and represents the Sedlocks. In preparing the case, he found the consensus among religious studies scholars is that yoga as practiced in the U.S. is “pervasively religious.” Broyles calls Christians to exercise discernment and asserts that yoga is not a “non-essential” or “debatable” issue for Christians, comparing it to Scripture referring to meat sacrificed to idols. In yoga, he says, “you are the meat — your body is engaging in pagan worship and idolatry.” Dr. Peter Jones, founder and executive director of truthXchange, and scholar in residence and adjunct professor of practical theology at Westminster Seminary, warns that we are “living in a world seduced by synthesis” where all humanity and all religions are one. Part of this “one-ism” involves the way people think about themselves and think about God. He believes that yoga “does not presuppose God the Creator in any sense.” Jones called on the church to “understand what’s going on and proclaim the truth in our world,” adding that Christians should not be discouraged; “things are becoming clearer by the second.” In a panel discussion, Rabi Maharaj, founder of East-West Ministries, a former practicing Brahmin Hindu and author of Death of a Guru, was asked whether yoga exercises can be done without being considered worship. He stated, “You really cannot separate the physical from the spiritual with yoga.” He added that the Indian government “is upset by Westerners using yoga for physical benefits only.” Maharaj notes that the Malaysian government has banned yoga because the Muslim country recognizes that the practice is religious and they “don’t want to lose their Muslim people to yoga.” Broyles likens yoga in the church to a
Transgender restrooms may be left to voters to decide Amid a revolution to obliterate gender distinctions in America, California voters in November could decide whether to repeal a transgender restrooms law allowing students to choose which restroom or locker room they’d like to use based on what gender they believe they are. A coalition of conservative groups called Privacy for All Students collected enough valid signatures to merit a full check of the signatures submitted, according to a random sampling by the secretary of state’s office. County election officials have until Feb. 24 to review the signatures and determine whether the issue qualifies for the ballot. The California legislature last year passed the law, which was signed by the governor and drew widespread criticism for its infringement on the rights of students who could be put at risk by sharing facilities with classmates of the opposite sex. California’s transgender law followed a similar “transgender rights” directive issued last year by the Massachusetts
Department of Education. The transgender developments, the recent ruling in favor of polygamy in Utah and the momentum gained by gay marriage advocates after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the Defense of Marriage Act, indicate these are “strange new days in America at the start of 2014,” culture commentator Owen Strachan said. “We have all heard of song remixes. We are in the midst of a gender and sexuality remix in this country,” Strachan, executive director of the Council for Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, told Baptist Press. “Our society has essentially taken for granted that men and women belong to different genders.” To reverse this common consensus, Strachan said, is to question the basic realities of life. “Things that are taught in Scripture and that we know from the witness of our conscience are being shaken to their very foundations,” he said. – Baptist Press
“spiritual Trojan horse.” He warns that yoga is ”spiritually transformative,” citing an expert witness in the Sedlock case, Candy Gunther Brown, Ph.D. Harvard, who testified, “The superficial relabeling that identifies yoga as Christian does not erase the non-Christian religious meanings instilled by yoga practice. What Wordoriented Christians fail to recognize is that practices can change beliefs. There is evidence that Christians who begin to practice yoga, including Christian yoga, hoping for exercise and a deeper devotional life, often come to embrace yoga’s non-Christian religious philosophy.” Mary Eady, project manager for truthXchange, suggests that in practicing yoga “you are taking on the images and deities of Hinduism, sacrificially offering yourself up.” She said Christians must also be concerned about their witness to fellow believers and unbelievers if they partici-
pate in yoga. Eady has written a booklet on the topic to share with others, available at www.truthxchange.com. EUSD parent and panelist Desiree Hamilton said Christians must have an uncondemning attitude toward those who disagree and “speak the truth in love.” Eady thinks the situation presents an opportunity to share the gospel and talk to unbelieving parents about the “coexist” concept. Summing up the question he would like Christians to consider, Broyles said, “If you look at Hinduism and its philosophy as to who God is and who men are, and then look at Christianity, they are about as polar opposite as they can be. Why would we want to mix them?” A new ministry has developed from the yoga controversy in Encinitas. The Yoga Awareness Ministry website will soon launch at www.truthaboutyoga.com.
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“Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it.”
YOU WERE CHAPLAIN OF THE CHARGERS FOR NEARLY 30 YEARS? WAS THAT A RECORD? It was 28 years, the longest tenured in league history as far as we know. I like to say I started as young as the players, then I got as old as the coaches, and I ended that tenure at the age of some of the grandparents of these athletes. It was just a wonderful run. WHY DID YOU LEAVE? This is my second season away from the team. Two years ago, Coach Norv Turner was told if the team didn’t win he was gone. He made lots of changes, including trainers and other staff. It worked out as a win-win. I recommended Terrell Fletcher as chaplain because he was younger and played the game, and he loves the Lord. It didn’t work out for Norv — he was gone the next year. You see, Norv was not a God-fearer and that was a big deal. I’m not saying only Christians win the big games, but I do notice that God favors people of faith. I can see it in Tony Dungy and others like Jim Caldwell of the Ravens and John Fox of the Broncos. ARE YOU STILL A CHAPLAIN? God had given me such a great run. I’ve known thousands of coaches through the years and felt God could do more in a bigger venue, so I moved on to pro sports chaplain. Now, I will not only talk to the Chargers upon occasion, and meet with guys as they have needs, but when other teams come to San Diego to play our teams, I will talk to them. We are looking to expand to other sports as well. I’m very exciting about this new season of impacting these lives of men who impact so many others. HOW HAS THE CHANGE BEEN FOR YOU? The most positive thing is that I can spend more time with the two top families in my life: my wife Laurie and son Shawn Junior, and our church family at New Venture Christian Fellowship. They now get the time I was never able to give them — and that has produced great dividends. The church is healthier than it’s been in years, and my first calling has always been to the fine people here at New Venture. I still love the games. I’m like any player or coach; I’m a fan first, so I get into it and enjoy it. I get called down on occasion to speak to them. So it’s enough for me now. I was invited to speak to the Seattle Seahawks — with Russell Wilson — this season. I was so moved by that team. They were the most God-hungry, gracious young men. There must have been 40 guys in that room, with Russell in the front row,
— 1 Cor. 9:24 (NKJV) Editor Rick Monroe interviewed Shawn Mitchell in mid-January just before the Chargers finished their season. Mitchell, who is also pastor of New Venture Christian Fellowship in Oceanside, openly shared his experiences of being chaplain of the Chargers.
a humble leader, and these guys are all about Jesus Christ. They put down their playbook and pick up God’s Word — God’s book — and these guys were taking copious notes with baited breath. These guys were exceptional. I love to do that, to see men of faith growing, and if I can have any part of that, I’m honored. ARE YOU STILL IN CONTACT WITH THE CHARGERS? Some of the players or coaches will give me a call about having a lunch or about spiritual questions. That’s not only some of the current guys, but some of the players who are not in the league any longer. I feel like a grandpa or spiritual dad to a lot of them. And it’s just exciting to touch base with them, whether I’m hearing from an old linebacker or LaDainian (Tomlinson) or some of the other stars or some of the other ones who are great in the eyes of God but who may not be known to a lot of people now. DO PLAYERS REALLY OPEN UP? Do they ever. What don’t they talk about! I talk about sexual issues — nothing is sacred. My only interest is to those men. I have no impact or influence as to whether they make the team or not or their playing time. I’ve always gone in with the maxim that I’ve got to walk in there humbly and earn the right to represent my Lord. I’ve always seen my job as a chaplain to build a bridge of friendship with these athletes and coaches and administration — and then see Jesus walk across. When I first began, I was told I was going to see and experience things that would have a significant impact on my life. They said I would be part of the fraternity, and I would see things you can’t imagine. Little did I know! I’ve seen big men in doctors’ training rooms before games just holding on as a needle was stuck into a part of their ailing body — and just clinching the towel between their teeth as tears ran down their face because of the needle size. It’s what they have to do in order to go out there and compete. I’ve seen every game at halftime, players getting IVs to be able to go for the second half, and then several guys who after the reporters come and go after the game, they don’t go home — they go back to the doctor’s office to get IVs in both arms to get the body fluids back in just to be able to leave. WHAT CHANGES SOME OF THE YOUNGER PLAYERS, WHO MAY BE PRONE TO TROUBLE? Several things — getting busted for one! Probably all of us have made bonehead mistakes, but these guys do it on a grander stage. Everybody’s watching. These guys get busted for drinking wrong substances and they run to the chaplain. They’ll say, “I never did it, but could you pray for me.” People get really spiritual when they’re hurting, but I’ll take them any way we can get them in — and then show them the grace of God. And that God is not mad at them. With God, no matter where they’re at, no matter what Leading prayer after the NFL games was a weekly routine. they’re experiencing, with Him
things will undoubtedly improve. HOW MANY PROCLAIM CHRIST AS LORD AND SERVE HIM? We didn’t have many Christians on the 53-man rosters in the beginning, but as God’s grace was put on that ballclub we had more and more outspoken men — who are great players on the team. You’ve got a man like LT (Tomlinson) — who has the praying hands tattoo on his biceps — scoring touchdowns and setting records. And then we were having Bible studies and praying at John Carney’s or Junior’s (Seau) house. It really grew. There was also discipling the coaches — Marty Schottenheimer and his son Brian, and Cam Cameron. We would meet every Monday, about 11 of the 17 coaches in a discipleship program. We looked at biblical principles of leadership. They were so excited about it. When we played Indianapolis, Tony Dungy asked what was going on. It’s a small fraternity, so we felt we were multiplying our efforts. DO PLAYERS ACCEPT THEIR “ROLE MODEL” RESPONSIBILITY — OR IS THAT DIFFICULT FOR SOME? Some guys are wired, built and raised for it. It’s like water for them. We’re talking about incredible men who happen to be great athletes. Other guys, however, don’t like to embrace it, but most grow into it because they realize it comes with the privilege of playing in the National Football League. YOU WERE CLOSE TO JUNIOR SEAU. WAS HIS SUICIDE REALLY TOUGH FOR YOU? It was hard for everybody, but I will say for me personally it was the most difficult thing I’ve had to involve myself in, in decades of working with pro athletes. The reason is that Junior was the friend of many, and I was counted amongst those. I went to his house for years, from everything from birthday parties to Bible studies to counseling, and when I had family members die, he would break out in song, singing “Amazing Grace” and get all the players and wives join in honor of my family. I’ll always be grateful to him for that. I got the phone call from the city when he had taken his life about 6:30 a.m. They said, “Junior Seau has taken his life.” I’ll never forget those words. It took a moment to process those words, but you immediately kick in to what you do as a minister. It’s, “How do I help; what can we do?” The first thing they asked was if I could please get over to the Seau family’s home to break the news to the mom and dad before the media gets there. As I was driving to the beach, I saw helicopters, police cars, and already hundreds of people there around the home and down to the beach, and people wailing. I saw a community in shock and agony. And when I got there, that was only magnified by Junior’s mom and dad and loved ones. By the time I got there, man, it was impossible to console them. I was in his garage when eventually they brought his body downstairs on a stretcher. I don’t think I’ll ever forget this. He looked like he was just sleeping. He didn’t look gone. He was still massive, an incredible physical specimen, and he still had his coloring. And then the police asked if I could help
LaDainian Tomlinson visits with Shawn Mitchell. control the crowd with people coming in to pay their final respects. His wound was covered and we prayed as we opened up the garage door and these people — such a close community in Oceanside and they wanted to pay tribute. I remember seeing all the people in line and there was my son. That was so hard. That was Uncle Junior to him. And Junior loved Shawn. He came up, and we just hugged. I hate to see my boy hurt, but to me he embodied the hurt of the whole community. It was a great loss. I’m pleased it came out that it was all caused by the concussion impact condition. His brain was just saturated in that gray goo. WHAT PLAYERS WOULD MAKE YOUR “FAITH HALL OF FAME”? I would say unquestionably Drew Brees. His faith is as real as anyone I know. LaDainian Tomlinson is right up there with him. LT was front row center when my mama died. Coach Marty shut down practice for anyone who wanted to come to my mom’s funeral, and I couldn’t believe it when a bus pulled up and guys started piling out. There’s a guy named Tom Flick, backup quarterback, who now has a tremendous motivational speaking ministry to corporate America. Tom Flick is a Hall of Fame guy to me. Outside our team, I’d say Tim Tebow, whom I’ve had the opportunity to meet several times. He’s so mannered and so polite and authentic. I don’t want to leave anyone out. Jacques Caesar was such a faithful man in so many ways. I would start my Hall of Fame with those stars. Often we say, “All in all the time,” and those guys are. As far as coaches, the great Bobby Ross. He was loved and respected team-wide. Bobby would write us letters about how much he appreciated us. He cared about everyone on the team. He treated the water boy, the assistant trainer, the chaplain — all of us — like we were the star quarterback of the team. Mike Riley is another one. He’s the “Real McCoy,” one of the finest, most enjoyable, humblest coaches I’ve ever been around. One last great one: Marty Schottenheimer. When I was ill several years ago, Marty and his wife came to visit, as well as these players I’m mentioning. The head coach cared. He was one of the greatest motivators I’ve even been around. TIM TEBOW HAS SIGNED AS AN ANNOUNCER. DO YOU THINK HE GOT A FAIR SHAKE IN THE NFL AND WILL HE RETURN AS A QUARTERBACK? I don’t put anything past the Lord in Tim Tebow’s life — or anyone’s life for that matter. But with Tim Tebow, because God’s hand is on him, if he feels he’s not done with his opportunity in the NFL, Please turn to next page
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“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.”
– Psalm 139:13 (NIV)
A month to celebrate the love for life
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here are so many choices to make in life. We are given freedom in this country like no other nation. We have the opportunity to choose our political affiliation and what church we attend, and our lives are filled with other privileges and rights. The law states in California that women have the right to choose, pro-choice, the right to abort a human fetus. However, let’s look at what God has to say about the life in the womb. Though we are given free will and choose to obey God’s Word, the law of the land offers a legal option to end life in the womb, on demand. What about the love for life? People want to save the whales or belong to PETA, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. There are organizations to fight legal battles to end human trafficking, end slavery, educate women, and the list goes on. These organizations want to save, protect and help those animals and people that are more vulnerable, that need a voice to be heard. Is this not what the pro-life movement is doing, with organizations such as Silent No More, and every single pregnancy resource center in the county? We, the people, are the voice for the voiceless. Our actions, decisions, votes, and contributions keep the child in the womb at the forefront of legal battles, legislative decisions and laws of the land. What God says about life yesterday, today and forever has not changed. Deuteronomy 30:9 states, “Now choose life, so that you and your children may live.”(NIV) So if we are obedient to our Lord God Almighty, we will do so. We are told in John 14:6 when Jesus Christ states “I am the way, and the truth and the life”(NIV), that only through His grace, mercy and love can we have eternal life. Should not a child in the womb be given the same choice to live? If we truly understand the value of human life, then why is it the law in our great nation to so intentionally destroy it? Let’s look at the reality of the pro-choice options. Go back to the mid-70s when there was more pressure for a young teenager to be pro-choice, and no pregnancy resource centers or ultrasound technology. That is when the courts turned this topic around and, more than 40 years later, our nation takes the love for life out of the equation. We must speak up in our communities, churches, schools and social networking. We need to speak the truth, as hard and tough as it is. We need to inform women
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LIFE MATTERS Marciya Winchester at the high schools, and community and state colleges where the many pregnancy resource crisis intervention centers are in our county. We need to put the websites, phone numbers and addresses in more local, regular papers such as the San Diego Union Tribune, and connect with websites where young women are searching for information. If these centers with caring , respectful and loving counselors would have existed decades ago, maybe I would not be a postabortive woman. Maybe I could have had the right to choose life instead of what the media, other teens or the pressure of society choose. Psalm 139:13-14 shares eloquently how God has the love for life, “For you created my inmost being, you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made, your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”(NIV). Now is the time to be bold in your faith, and care for the women in your local community who need encouragement. Reach out and consider volunteering at a pregnancy resource center near you. If you also are a woman who has suffered an abortion, attend a post-abortive healing program or retreat. Today is the day the Lord made, so don’t just think about it, but seriously rejoice and be glad in it! Take action today — don’t wait for tomorrow. The life in a women’s womb has a heartbeat and it needs to be heard! ❏ Marciya Carol Winchester lives in North County. Contact her at
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Shawn Mitchell . . .
Continued from previous page he’ll be back. His TV contract gives him an out if there’s an opportunity to play. He doesn’t think he’s finished at all. He’s working out as hard as he used to and wants to get picked up this offseason — maybe by Jacksonville. I’m praying he gets the chance. America needs heroes. He’s a good, godly man. Did he get a fair shot? I say no. You can say what you want to about his ability to throw a football, but let’s talk about his ability to lead men and win games and impact a community he’s involved in. That deserves a fair shake. You hear about players doing drugs, hanging in strip clubs, getting in fights — and you finally get a standard of what you would want your daughter to date or marry — and he can’t get a shot in the NFL? I think it’s a bit beyond just his arm ability and accuracy. But God will make a way. IS AMERICA’S FASCINATION WITH SPORTS AND HEROES A HEALTHY THING? Maybe I’m biased, but I think it’s a good thing. I think the love for sport and competition and team is a good thing, but the fascination with human beings who have
fallacies — and all fail — is a potential danger. It is the athlete and the rock star who are the heroes in today’s society. Outside of an ongoing relationship with God through his son Jesus Christ, the options for failure go up dramatically. It’s tough enough with the Lord, much less without. WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF MEN SPENT MORE TIME IN THE BIBLE THAN WATCHING SPORTS? Well, you know the Bible says that there is a famine in the land, but not of food or drink, but for the Word of God. People are not embracing the Word of God like they did in generations past, and it’s to the detriment of our nation. Psalm 33:12 says “blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord,” so any time you have more time in the Word of God, more time with family, the better our society is. But I tell you, there’s nothing inherently wrong with sports. I think sports is a microcosm of life. I think you learn some of life’s greatest lessons on the playing field or when you’re watching Sports Center or when you’re having that coach speak to you. Sports is a good thing. If you mix faith and sports, that’s the best combination — but it has to be in that order.
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“Praise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits — who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseaeses.” – Psallm 103:3 (NIV)
Nagging your spouse may be way to good health By JORDAN RUBIN There’s a provocative proverb that few preachers spend much time discussing, but it’s a worthwhile one that has health implications. It’s from Proverbs 27:15 (NLT): “A nagging wife is as annoying as the constant dripping on a rainy day.” King Solomon wrote this wise saying 3,000 years ago, but he probably didn’t know back then that nagging may add years to a person’s life. If you’re thinking, “huh?” let me explain. While nagging can be irritating, some friendly, good-natured badgering from spouse to spouse can help him or her live longer and enjoy better health. That’s the
thesis of a book, The Case for Marriage, written by University of Chicago researcher Linda Waite, and Maggie Gallagher, president of the Institute for Marriage and Public Policy. The authors, like a growing number of scholars, have been intrigued by mounting scientific evidence that women and (particularly) men live longer and enjoy better health when they are married. Waite believes there are a number of reasons for this, but one of her explanations is sure to get under the skin of every red-blooded American male. o Jordan Rubin is the author of The Maker’s Diet and The Great Physician’s Rx for Health & Wellness, www.jordanrubin.com.
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e usually think of germs as organisms that cause infections. But trillions of bacteria inhabit our digestive tract, promoting health and protecting us against a wide variety of diseases. Some of the benefits of these “probiotics” have been known for years, but new research shows that their benefits are far greater than anyone ever imagined. This remarkable collection of good bacteria enhances our ability to fight infections and plays a major role in preventing some autoimmune disorders, when the body’s immune system turns against the body itself. Our “intestinal flora” might also help prevent obesity and reduce symptoms of allergies, autism, and depression. Problems arise when our gut bacteria populations become unbalanced or diminished, usually because of poor dietary or lifestyle habits. Stress, alcohol, and junk foods can disrupt their “ecological balance.” Both infection and taking antibiotics can alter our gut bacteria for weeks, months, and sometimes even years. And sensitivity to gluten (a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley) can also assault our digestive tract, also leading to serious immune problems. Taking a look at gut health and disease, doctors often refer to the disruption of normal gut flora as dysbiosis. Allergies. A recent study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology analyzed bacteria in the stools of 40 infants. Stools are mostly bacteria shed from the lower colon. Half the children had allergic eczema and IgE (immunoglobulin E) antibodies, and the other half did not have any signs of allergies. Healthy, non-allergic infants had a greater diversity of gut bacteria, whereas the allergic infants had a narrower range of gut bacteria. Mood disorders. What happens in the gut can affect the brain. Recent experimental evidence indicates that the presence of normal gut bacteria, such as Lactobacillus rhamnosus, can boost brain levels of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a
NATURALLY MARK STENGLER neurotransmitter that regulates mood and helps prevent anxiety and depression. This research is consistent with other studies showing that the digestive tract serves as our “second brain.” Overweight. Gut bacteria help break down foods, and unbalanced populations may influence whether a person is slim or overweight. The digestive tracts of thin people tend to have large numbers of bacteria from the Bacteroidetes family, whereas obese people have more bacteria from the Firmicutes family. Some evidence suggests that restoring a normal balance may play a role in losing weight. Immunity. Lactobacilli and other species of gut bacteria secrete protein-like peptides that maintain our normal immunity — enhancing our ability to fight disease-causing bacteria and to possibly reduce the risk of breast and colon cancers. When antibiotics destroy gut bacteria, our immunity suffers. Autoimmune diseases. Brand new research indicates that a diverse and healthy population of gut bacteria might help prevent inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), allergies, and autoimmune diseases. Intestinal bacteria help program the body’s production of at least two specific immune cells, called Th17 ad Foxp3, involved in regulating immunity and maintaining normal intestinal barriers. When gut bacteria become unbalanced, people have a greater risk of abnormal immune responses. o Dr. Mark Stengler, NMD, is owner of the Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine in Encinitas. Author of 17 books and host of the TV show Natural Healing, he can be reached at (760) 274-2377 or www.markstengler.com.
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s a nonprofit organization, the Rec- David became clear the more they spoke. reational Music Center at Liberty “I feel called to the underprivileged,” said Station, San Diego — aka RMC Leslie. “Music saved my life when I was — provides musical instruction to anyone a kid. When I was a teenager, I was into who has an interest, regardless of their abil- drugs and I really had a hard life. But, then ity to pay. In the midst of budget-sensitive music got me into college. Music paid my schools cutting their music programs, and way. Music gave me a career. So, I have a growing interest in music beyond social, a huge heart for at-risk youth. Teaching economic and cultural lines, RMC has these young people is my personal love. We work with a lot of been a breath of fresh kids in the juvenile air for parents, students courts system, as well and many others. But as homeless youth and one need not look too I want to reach more of far behind the scenes to those kids.” see godly inspiration at Leslie stressed that the core. this is not the only cur“The school is built riculum for the Recreon a social entrepreational Music Center. neurship model,” said “Now that we have executive director Leslie (about 20) other inGereghty. “As such, we structors and a board provide excellent music of directors, the vision education, and we take has expanded to include excess revenues from the elderly, along with typical paying clients those who have special to use it for others who needs,” she added. would not otherwise Leslie began playing have access.” Leslie’s David and Leslie Gereghty keyboard at 4 years old. husband and Director of Operations David Gereghty added, “Right now our role is running a music school so that everyone can learn excellence on an instrument however they want, whether recreationally or professionally.” The humanitarian hearts of Leslie and
“Since I was 19, I knew I wanted to start a music school. I didn’t become a Christian until I was 26. Then I began to realize how much God must have been directing me all along.” Husband David was raised in a Chris-
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tian home and accepted Christ at an early age. He began playing and even writing music in his teens. “I played guitar and was involved in worship at church,” he said. Both Leslie and David believe that music has soul- and spirit-healing properties that can replace the anxieties of today’s youth with peace, hope and self assurance. “Music bypasses the brain and goes straight to the heart,” said David. As believers, their personal musical desires revolve around training worshipers and musicians to express themselves in their times with God, both individually and corporately. David has been ministering with a worship band called Voice of the Bride for some years, and Leslie has been increasingly impressed by interdenominational worship venues happening in San Diego with increased frequency. “I am starting to think that our love for teaching music may be a piece of the pie in the praise and worship community. What is a music school by day can be rented out for concerts, worship training and so forth in the evenings,” said Leslie. David added, “Through our desire for music education and for worship, we’ve often thought about becoming a training ground for worshipers and worship leaders, overseeing workshops to train up worshipers and so forth. We are always looking at how we can facilitate that.” Leslie believes there are a lot of people who love to worship, who would also
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PRAISE REPORT CAZ TAYLOR appreciate having some musical instruction. “The churches may be too busy to train people outside of their own worship teams,” she said. The Gereghty family, including daughters ages 2 and 4, split their attendance at two local fellowships. “We have traditionally attended Horizon in North County, pastored by Bob Botsford, but we are also a part of St. Charles Borromeo (in the Point Loma area) where I am part of the worship team on Sundays,” said Leslie. “In a way, I’ve gone back to the Catholic faith and am doing my part to energize the music in the Catholic Church.” But, wherever they are and whatever they are doing, one can be confident that music in general, and worship more specifically, are at the core. “We like using music to change the world, and making it a better place,” said Leslie. And certainly God agrees. To learn about Recreational Music Center, go to www.rmcsandiego.org. ❏ Caz Taylor authored David’s Tabernacle, Patterns for New Testament Worship, and is co-owner of San Diego video production company, www/bizvidcommunications.com.
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Saturday
February 1
9 a.m., 2 & 6 p.m., Sessions & seminars for World Mandate West, missions conference, continues through February 2, hosted by All Peoples Church, held at: Skyline Church, La Mesa, 619286-3251. 7 p.m., Worship for the Nations at P.lace O.f W.orship San Diego, Recreational Music Center at Liberty Station, Pt. Loma,
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February 2
Monday
February 3
9 & 11 a.m., World Mandate West, missions conference, hosted by All Peoples Church, held at: Crawford High School, San Diego, 619-286-3251. 2 p.m., Meet the Need meeting with Founder and President Jim Morgan, open to everyone interested in making our community a better place to live, held at: Bethel Baptist Church, Escondido, RSVP: 619-275-2550. 7 p.m., Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International, San Diego-South Bay, dinner
drama & musicals
February 1-2, Fiddler on the Roof, presented by Lamb’s Players Theatre, The Lyceum Theatre, Horton Plaza, San Diego, 619-437-6000. February 1-March 2, The Foreigner, comedy, presented by Lamb’s Players Theatre, Coronado, call for times and days, 619-437-6000.
meeting, speaker: Jose Christian Garibay, held at: Chula Vista Golf Course, Bonita, RSVP: 760214-3665.
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4:30 p.m., “Shining as Lights: Telling the Truth in a Pagan Utopia,” continues through February 6, New Life Presbyterian Church, Escondido, 760-746-1346. 6:30 a.m., Servant Leadership 2014 Winter Conference, guest speakers include: Ken Blanchard, Art Barter, Dick Enberg, continues on February 5, held at: Omni San Diego Hotel & Petco Park, to register: 858-754-5323. 7 p.m., Evolution/creation debate with Ken Ham/Bill Nye, simulcast, held at: Calvary Chapel Oceanside, 760-754-1234.
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February 9
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6:30 a.m., Servant Leadership 2014 Winter Conference, guest speakers include: Ken Blanchard, Art Barter, Dick Enberg, held at: Omni San Diego Hotel & Petco Park, to register: 858-754-5323. 11:30 a.m., Meet the Need meeting with Founder and President Jim Morgan, open to everyone interested in making our community a better place to live, held at: First Presbyterian Church, San Diego, RSVP: 619-275-2550. 7 p.m., S.O.S. Signs of the Spirit, word, worship, healing, testimony, prophesy, impartation, teaching from John Clauder, worship by Mike Hubbard, every Wednesday, Beach Chapel, Encinitas, 760-942-4900.
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11:30 a.m., San Dieguito Women’s Connection luncheon, speaker: Anna Johns, vocalist: Hannah Henson, held at: Lomas Santa Fe Country Club, Solana Beach, RSVP: 760-942-9707.
6 p.m., Open house at Escondido Christian School, 760-745-2071. 7 p.m., “A Voice for Life,” with guest speaker Lila Rose, president of Live Action, benefits Life Choices, held at: St. Michael’s Parish, Poway, tickets: 858-486-1738.
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7 p.m., Love Worth Fighting For, marriage event with Kirk Cameron and Warren Barfield, New Venture Christian Fellowship, Oceanside, for tickets: 760-477-8305.
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6 p.m., Protect Your Heart Event, music, fellowship and fashion with proceeds to benefit foster care children, speaker: Arlene Pellicane, music: Mary James, at Joan Kroc Center, San Diego, 858-869-3737. 5 p.m., Collingsworth Family concert, Southern gospel music, Skyline Church, La Mesa, tickets: 619-660-5000, 619-442-5941.
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9:30 a.m., “Come Follow Me,” Peter and the Parables, teacher training, held at: Child Evangelism Fellowship, La Mesa, 619-469-8593. 10:30 a.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Tierrasanta Lutheran Church, 858-455-5227. 11 a.m., Financial planning: social security, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Encinitas, 858-455-5227. 11 a.m., Financial planning: college funding, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Upper Room Pentecostal, Imperial Beach, 858-455-5227. 3 p.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Santee Christian Church, 858-455-5227. 3 p.m., Financial planning: social security, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Encinitas, 858-455-5227. 3 p.m., Financial planning: college funding, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Tierrasanta Lutheran Church, 858-455-5227. 6 p.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Tierrasanta Lutheran Church, 858-455-5227. 6 p.m., Financial planning: social security, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Grace Church, Escondido, 858-455-5227. 6 p.m., Financial planning: basic finances, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Calvary Chapel Oceanside, 858-455-5227. 6:30 p.m., Financial planning: college funding, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Seacoast Church, Encinitas, 858-455-5227. 9:30 a.m., Diana’s Angels Ministry Project, 1175 E. La Moree Rd., Clubhouse, San Marcos, 760708-7111. 11 a.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Incarnation Church, Poway, 858-455-5227.
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11 a.m., Financial planning: college funding, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Peter’s by the Sea, Ocean Beach, 858-455-5227. 1 p.m., Financial planning: social security, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Incarnation Church, Poway, 858-455-5227. 3 p.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Clairemont Lutheran Church, 858-455-5227. 3 p.m., Financial planning: college funding, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Resurrection Church, Coronado, 858-455-5227. 3 p.m., Financial planning: social security, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Peter’s by the Sea, Ocean Beach, 858-455-5227. 6 p.m., Financial planning: social security,, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Clairemont Lutheran Church, 858-455-5227. 6:30 p.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Seacoast Church, Encinitas, 858-455-5227. 6:30 p.m., Financial planning: social security, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Clairemont Lutheran Church, 858-455-5227. 6:30 p.m., Financial planning: budgeting and net worth, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: Calvary Chapel Lemon Grove, 858-455-5227. 7 p.m., Movie: Isaiah 9:10 Judgment (Harbinger), Week 1, Vista Christian Fellowship, 760-7264856.
Thursday
February 20
11 a.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Paul’s Lutheran, Pacific Beach, 858-4555227. 11 a.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Andrew’s Lutheran, San Diego, 858-4555227. 11:30 a.m., Financial planning: social security, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Chula Vista, 858-455-5227. 12 p.m., Men With a Purpose luncheon, guest speaker: Mike LaBahn, founder/president LaBahn Landscape, held at: Doubletree Hotel, San Diego, RSVP: 619-222-3688. 3 p.m., Financial planning: college funding, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Pacific Beach, 858-455-5227. 3 p.m., Financial planning: social security, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Andrew’s Lutheran, San Diego, 858-455-5227. 3 p.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Chula Vista, 858-455-5227. 6 p.m., Financial planning: retirement and estate strategy, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Andrew’s Lutheran, San Diego, 858-4555227. 6 p.m., Financial planning: social security, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Pacific Beach, 858-455-5227. 6 p.m., Financial planning: college funding, sponsored by: Thrivent Financial, held at: St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Chula Vista, 858-455-5227. 7 p.m., 19th Annual Writer’s Symposium, speaker: Samuel Freedman, author of Breaking the Line, continues February 26-28, held at: Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego, tickets: 866-7450575, 619-849-2297. 7 p.m., Special Night with Graham Cooke, Liberty Station, San Diego, thirddaychurches.com.
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6:30 p.m., Dare 2 Share’s 2014 Student Conference, continues on February 22, held at: Rock Church, San Diego, to register: 800-462-8355.
8:30 a.m., Dare 2 Share’s 2014 Student Conference, held at: Rock Church, San Diego, to register: 800-462-8355. 9 a.m., “The Power of Freedom”, women’s event with Thelma Wells, sponsored by: Daily Disciples, Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego, to register: 800-992-0369. 1 p.m., Holy Spirit Revival, sponsored by Life in Christ Ministries, 4168 Avenida de la Plata, #114, Oceanside, 919-365-2960.
9 a.m., Adam Riojas speaking on being in prison for a crime he never committed, The Church of Yeshua Ha Mashiach, San Diego, 858-384-2651. 5 p.m., Messianic concert, offered by songwriter Luz Goldhagen, 6970 Linda Vista Rd., San Diego, 858-366-2088.
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7:30 p.m., The Chieftains Irish Spectacular, Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego, for tickets: 619-235-0804.
Wednesday
February 26
7 p.m., 19th Annual Writer’s Symposium, speaker: Jeannette Walls, author of The Glass Castle, continues February 27-28, held at: Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego, tickets: 619849-2297. 7 p.m., Movie: Isaiah 9:10 Judgment (Harbinger), Week 2, Vista Christian Fellowship, 760-7264856.
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12 p.m., Professional Women’s Fellowship lun-
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8 a.m., 19th Annual Writer’s Symposium, speaker: Donald Miller, author of Blue Like Jazz, held at: Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego, tickets: 619-849-2297.
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9 a.m., Spanish Ministry Easter Conference, sponsored by: Child Evangelism Fellowship, La Mesa, 619-469-8593.
Military wedding . . . Continued from page 1 ering wrapped up in one celebration. Family members of Patricia and Luis came from the Chicago area, leaving the cold to spend some warm days in the California sun. Both mother of the bride and mother of the groom were able to make the trip and witness their children getting married. Wedding attendants were Pati’s sister, Claudia Espinosa as maid of honor and Luis’ brother, Victor Lopez as best man. Walking Pati down the aisle was her younger brother Eduardo Solorzano. Their two nephews were the ring bearers and their two nieces the flower girls. “Seeing Luis waiting at the end of the aisle for me was my most memorable moment,” Pati said. “It was also seeing the sun setting — the sky was beautiful. We are very thankful for our friends and their pictures. Time goes by so fast you don’t notice all the details of the ceremony.” “For me, the most memorable part was when we finished our vows and walked through the sword ceremony when one of the Marines, a good friend of mine, welcomed Pati into the Marine Corps,” said Luis. The wedding was officiated by Pastor Howard Everett, a Southern Baptist minister in San Diego. “In our meeting with Howard, it was a fast track in his counseling,” said Pati, “but he really talked to us about attending church and being close to God, which means a lot to us. We want to attend church more often and look for a church close to home.” Luis agreed with Howard, “Closer to God is better for our marriage. It makes sense. One word that Howard used in our vows was cherish. In the Marine Corps, that word means new responsibility and to know our job. In our vows, to ‘cherish one another’ means we get closer to God and closer to each other.” Howard recommended churches in San
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Diego to the couple. Instead of a honeymoon, Patricia and Luis spent time with their family, taking them to Disneyland, a boat cruise in the San Diego Bay, and a big family cookout on base. Luis is stationed at the Marine Corps Air Station, Miramar. In March, he will leave on a six- to nine-month deployment to Bahrain, Saudi Arabia. In his absence, Patricia will return to Chicago and complete her bar exam. Her interest is in immigration or international law. The couple was selected by a panel who reviewed essays from numerous applicants. “The timing could not have been better for this young military couple,” said Rick Monroe, publisher of Good News, etc. “We are honored to be a part of this wedding. The vendors were tremendous in giving their time, talent, and services. The value of their services amounted to more than $15,000! They were a total blessing to this couple. And what an example they showed of giving back to the military for all they do for us and our country.” Monroe added, “We could not have done this without the vendors. I want to personally thank each one.” Jeanne Cesena of Visions of the Veil was the wedding coordinator, responsible for securing the vendors/sponsors for this give-away. The venue, La Jolla Cove Suites, offered a beautiful oceanfront view. The reception was catered by Indulge Contemporary Catering. Other vendors/sponsors included Merrylin Brichmann of Artistic Productions as DJ, Penn Bryan of Flowers of Point Loma, Taylor Abeel Photography, Robin Ross of Cupcakes Squared, Friar Tux, and Everett as officiant. One vendor, San Diego Candy Buffets, was given as a gift to the couple by JL Roofing in Fallbrook.
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REACHING THE WORLD STEVEN CALIGIURI On a personal note, Neal and Yvonne Pirolo were the key players in preparing me for a lifetime of cross-cultural ministry. My wife and I and our two small children went to Mexico to attend their Acts 29 Training Course. For three months we lived with, carefully observed, and began to clothe ourselves in the culture of a Mexican family. During this time both Neal and Yvonne taught us the critical issues of cross-cultural ministry. I can say without a shadow of doubt that if it weren’t for their influence and ministry in my life during that time in preparing to go, I would not have lasted more than a few years on the mission field. Instead, all glory to God that my life has been enriched with more than 20 years (and counting) of ministry overseas. While enjoying a New Year’s party with some of my daughter’s friends, a young gal in her 20s entered the room, and saw my wife and me standing there. She came up to us and gave us a big hug. Then she said, “You guys are the rock stars of the missionary world!” Emmaus Road International is a ministry that is purposed to help you develop your mission in life. his English name. He said he didn’t know why; he just liked it. Neal jested, “Well, I guess Peter has had you in his ‘lion’s den’ for these three years.” Peter stubbornly loved and challenged Daniel. Just weeks ago, Neal received an email from Daniel: “I want you to know that I now believe in God…I believe that Jesus on the cross saved me.” Neal and Yvonne, at 75, do not see any reason for quitting. Their San Diego-based ministry in 2013 took them through the United States and several countries in Asia and the Middle East. They published their fifth book, Internationals Who Live Among Us: Doing World Missions at Home. And 2014 doesn’t look like ministry will let up. Asia, the Middle East and Latin America are calling. And one or two more books need to be published. And…. Neal concluded with one of his favorite sayings: To God be all glory! For information on Emmaus Road International go to: www.eri.org o Steven Caligiuri of Carlsbad is the author of A Guide to Cross-Cultural Living and For the Love of Language Learning. Both are available on Amazon.com.
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Churches meeting physical, spiritual needs JUDY ERICKSON Not just physical bread but the Bread of Life is served up at food distributions by many local churches. Angela Carmer and Barry Yoders were transformed through the Community Food Connection ministry of the Connection Church in Poway. “So many people are blessed by this,” said Director Bill Rearick’s wife Kim. “And then people come to our church because they are looking for the Lord and don’t know the Lord and get saved. It’s a blessing. It’s incredible how many families we’ve touched.” Yoders, who is on Social Security, said he couldn’t make it without the ministry. Six months into getting free food at Connection, Yoders decided to give back. He volunteers whenever the doors are open, doing just about every task. After losing both parents and his home, Yoders decided to attend Connection. “I just enjoy it,” he said. “Church has helped me survive.” The church helped him forgive and to stop suffering with nightmares. Carmer’s mother, Barbara Campbell, volunteered out of gratitude for food received. She and later Carmer and her husband Scott came to church and rededicated themselves to the Lord. When Campbell died, the church gave a wonderful service where Carmer told everyone that her mom loved them and thanked them for being there for her. About 272 families — translated to 1,000 people — are served at the mass food distribution on fourth Thursdays. People get numbered tickets from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and come into the sanctuary at 5 p.m. for refreshments. When their number is called, people “shop” with the help of volunteers who also load the food into cars. To provide this food, each week Bill loads up his Suburban at the San Diego Food Bank. He also gets free Emergency Food Assistance Program commodities for Poway, Rancho Bernardo and Rancho Penasquitos residents who qualify. Bill also spends about $400 at the food bank, a bargain at 18 cents per pound. Local grocery stores and Poway’s Backyard Produce Project also donate food. Connection’s pantry is open to anyone from 3 to 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and gives food to nearby schools. “We want to move toward that because lots
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Continued from page 1 ping with fellow sufferers, and knowing seat van hit Ross’ five-seater SUV at 50-60 they’re not alone. Luke encourages teens mph. The van rolled at least once and the to get exercise to combat depression, but SUV flipped midair. Without air bags or realizes most depressed teens lack energy seatbelt, Luke suffered only a little scratch. to even get to a meeting. Both vehicles were totaled, roofs flattened. Luke was exhausted just trying to hide Hospital staff were amazed that Ross was his depression. “I never disagreed, never free of internal injuries and released him wanted to put myself on the radar,” he said. the next day to heal at home from a broken Yet he couldn’t sleep at night, obsessing sternum. over how terrible his life seemed. “I was Although Ross suffered a painful recov- always imagining myself somewhere else ery, he prayed for Luke, hoping to meet him. and how great my life would be.” The Maxwells prayed for Ross, too. Nine Yet, he couldn’t envision a future. “I months later, surrounded by the Maxwell couldn’t plan for my life, and had no family, Luke hugged Ross and apologized, opinions about anything,” Luke said. “I and they talked for hours. suppressed everything.” “It’s a real testimony to his character that Although Luke had been very spiritual, he didn’t come after me with a vengeance,” went to Mass most weekdays and prayed Luke said. every day, when he started getting de“I played the intermediary,” said Super- pressed at age 12, he didn’t want to do that, vising Deputy District Attorney Jeanne but kept going through the motions. Roy, who in 25 years never saw a victim and Aware he is at risk to fall back into deperpetrator come together this way. “But pression, Luke, his parents and six siblings the Maxwells wanted to reach out to Lenny. keep tabs on him. … Lenny was really open to that.” “When teens start feeling dark again they Roy passes on to professional peers any- don’t realize it,” Carol said. “It becomes thing the Maxwells share, such as Luke’s your reality and you don’t recognize it. video, website and support group, to help It’s insidious.” prevent teens from entering the juvenile Carol and Luke are helping Ross and justice system. his messianic congregation Kehilat Am But the Maxwells felt spiritual resistance Segullah form a non-profit group called including extended technical difficulties Teens with Esteem. Meetings started Jan. when they started to reach out to depressed 20 and are at 7 p.m. every other Monday at teens. So the family started praying. Kehilat in Temecula as an outreach to teens “The devil works in darkness, and de- suffering with depression. Meetings adpression lives in darkness, and we were dress each teen’s issues and concerns, and getting it into the light, and he didn’t want parents meet separately. “We realize that that because he gets a lot of souls that way, parents need an opportunity for healing as keeping it in wraps,” Carol said. much as their teens,” Ross said. “A week after (the crash) I really started Teens with Esteem provides mentors and to get in touch with my spiritual life and tutors to bring teens up to grade level. It started to grow from there,” Luke said. provides software, computers and instruc“At least a month after, I was ready to do tion from peers and adults to encourage whatever God wanted me to do.” teens to succeed, become productive citiThe first thing Luke wants other teens zens, and hopefully mentor others. to do is stop keeping secrets. “Depression With the Maxwells’ help, Ross is organizgrows on secrets,” he said. “One secret ing a golf tournament fund-raiser for Teens becomes another until you’re not living a with Esteem on March 9 at Golden Era Golf life at all. Your whole life is a secret. Tell Course in Gilman Hot Springs near San someone about how you’re feeling.” Ysidro. Moore Fence in Perris is providing Unfortunately, Luke said, suicide often food, and other donors, prizes. is the first noticed symptom of depression Now with purpose for his future, Luke — and a fatal one. plans to take counseling courses at Palomar After the incident, Luke was held for College after he graduates from a Catholic three days in a mental health unit in high school homeschool co-op the end of Riverside, where he was diagnosed with May. He already works part-time with his major depressive disorder, then remanded father, Scott Maxwell, at Culture of Life to his parents. Charged with vehicular Family Services, a crisis pregnancy center manslaughter, he has to make court appear- in San Diego. ances, pay restitution, and is on probation View Luke’s powerful video “You Can’t until September 2015, although Carol said Be Erased” at http://www.youtube.com/ his probation officer spoke of seeking early watch?v=MG8RBPWld9U&feature=yo release. utu.be. He is on medication, but his therapist His website is www.ucantberased.com. released him after seven months of counsel- Click on the Lenny’s Fund-raiser tab to ing. He meets monthly with his spiritual register for the tournament. director, a priest who gives him readings, reflections, meditations and prayers. Luke is focusing on his inner life in prayer before trying to live the outer life, and making each day a prayer. “You can’t give what you don’t got,” explained Luke, who aims at inspiring others. Carol said because depression is so isolating, the biggest blessing for teens is fellowship- Lenny Ross, Luke Maxwell, and Jeanne Roy, from left.
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SPORTS WRITER for Good News, etc. Freelance. Call Rick 760-724-3075. BACK-UP DISTRIBUTION drivers needed for Good News, etc. Once a month, various areas. Mid-size car best. Rick 760-724-3075.
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PROOFREADER FOR Classifieds and Calendar. Once a month. Need to be in Vista area. Rick 760-724-3075.
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BI-VOCATIONAL PASTOR (family of 6) needs inexpensive rental home from a trustworthy landlord an easy drive to Valhalla High School starting March. Please email: Scot:
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6:30 p.m., Women’s Bible Study, every Thursday night, worship, special prayer for sicknesses, finances, and emotional healing at God’s Place, 6779 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, 92115. For more info: www.TheGodPlace.org, 619-871-4336.
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MOM AND Me Playgroup, first Tuesdays, 9 a.m., La Jolla Community Church, 858-558-9020.
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TEACHER TRAINING Classes, varied schedule, Child Evangelism Fellowship, La Mesa, 619-469-8593.
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EL CAJON 2BR house, 2-car garage, AC, DR ceiling fan, appliances/microwave, tiled entry, carpet, verticals, laundry hookups, fenced yard, quiet, $1,398, 619669-0770,
[email protected].
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ROOM FOR rent, Spring Valley home fully furnished. Looking for stable, single female, cable, utilities included, $495 month. Call Tammy 619-463-0412.
TEMECULA ROUTE driver needed to deliver Good News, etc. Once a month. Mid-size car best. Rick 760-724-3075.
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DONATIONS AND support needed for missions trip to Turkey this spring! Any amount greatly appreciated! Donate online: www.globalexpeditions.com, ID# 2699565, email: alancontreras@ gmail.com.
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This would help us get papers into the hands of more people. The Ambassadors would be volunteers and also be able to make sure your church’s special events are listed in The Calendar. Also, towards the end of the month, make sure all the papers are distributed. Call Rick or Colleen at 760-724-3075. (mn-01-R)
BROTHER ED, no family, needs fellowship with believers, 760-757-5445.
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BROTHER ED, needs minivan, pay cash or trade Buick Regal, 760-757-5445.
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Hishealinghisglory.org Jesus Heals!! We will pray for you.
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PRAYER MEETING, Mondays, 12 p.m., North Park Apostolic Church, 619-229-2800.
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ALTERNATIVES PREGNANCY Care needs diapers sizes 3-4-5, onesies, baby shampoo, powder, wipes, receiving blankets, baby formula, established pro-life ministry, 760-741-9796. (mn-tF-R)
BIRTH CHOICE Temecula is in need of diapers size 3-6, baby wipes, Enfamil LIPIL formula, bottled water and juices. Please deliver to 27488 Enterprise Circle West #4, Temecula, CA 92590 For more info call 951-699-9808, ext. 103. (mn-tF-R)
CHURCH AMBASSADORS wanted to distribute Good News, etc. to their church once a month. We would check with your pastor to make sure it’s OK, then have you pass papers out each month as people leave church. T-Shirts for the Ambassadors will be given out.
Friday, 9 a.m. at www.mcwe.com.
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SPRING VALLEY Healing Rooms, 8498 Paseo Iglesia, Saturdays, 10-12, 619-463-1420. (PR-tF-R)
CONCERNED WOMEN For America, 10 a.m., 2nd Saturdays, City View Church, San Diego, 619-435-5440, 858-560-1870. (PR-tF-R)
FALLBROOK-HEALING prayer and Eucharist. Wednesdays 9 a.m., Christ Church Anglican, 760-728-2007. (PR-tF-R)
GOD’S GRACE Healing Rooms, Saturdays, 10 a.m., Temecula, 951816-1517. (PR-12-0514-R)
FREE PRAYER line: 619-440-6043.
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MORNING PRAYER, Mondays, 8:30 a.m., Grace Anglican Church, Oceanside, 760-730-9900.
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C.N.A. FEMALE caregiver, live scanned, CPR, first aid, excellent resume. Years experience. Drive, cook, trained by RN. Rhondalynn, 619-752-9227.
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NORTH COUNTY San Diego Healing Rooms, Mondays, 6:30 p.m., www. ncsandiegohealingrooms.com. (PR-09-11)
ESCONDIDO HEALING Rooms, Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., 444 S. Escondido Blvd., 760-432-9003.
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SOAKING PRAYER, 2nd Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., Grace Anglican Church, Oceanside, 760-730-9900.
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PRAYER MEETING Wednesdays, 12 p.m., St. Stephen’s Church of God in Christ, San Diego, 619-263-8786, 619381-5686.
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MUSIC LESSONS all styles. Violin, drumset, piano, voice, cello, exceptional teacher, references. Beating Heart Music,
[email protected]. (so-tF-R)
UNPLANNED PREGNANCY? Birth Choice offers personal assistance. Trained volunteer counselors available at no charge. Offices located at: Oceanside, 760-231-8885; San Marcos, 760-7441313; Temecula, 951-699-9808; Hemet, 951-652-3111.
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INTERNATIONAL HOUSE of Prayer, Wednesdays, 10 a.m., Spring Valley, 619-479-5012. (PR-tF-R)
CLAIREMONT HEALING Rooms, Thursdays, 4:30 p.m., Clairemont Christian Fellowship, 619-741-1143.
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EVENING PRAYER and healing service, Fridays, 6:30 p.m., Grace Anglican Church, Oceanside, 760-730-9900. (PR-tF-R)
LIVE PRAYER Webcast for the nations-
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IS YOUR office/team up for an outdoor adventure that is off the beaten path? Team-building Urban Challenge/ Scavenger Hunts, Biking Adventures to Hidden Gems with no steep hills! Bus Tours to Secret Spots. Voted Best Tour For Locals-San Diego Magazine. Where You Want To Be Tours, www. wheretours.com, tours@wheretours. com, 619-917-6037.
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Students Respond: ‘Has your educational experience matched your expectations?’ my educational experience at Southern Southern California California Seminary has greatly exceeded my expectations. I have never attended Seminary, El Cajon a school where the faculty takes a direct, By Nicholas A. Kroncke
— Church Based Mentor Program — Counseling/Leadership/Theology — Affordable Tuition — Online study or Direct Correspondence Call: 760-789-4700
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“Biblical Hebrew! How in the world am I going to learn Hebrew?” This thought plagued my mind leading up to my M.Div. program, and I kept thinking about the tremendous challenge before me. Also, having a number of pastors tell me it’s the hardest part of getting the degree surely didn’t help my confidence. Then, the first day of class came and by the grace of God — and innumerable recitations of Philippians 4:13 — I successfully completed the Hebrew alphabet and vowel points! This was the hardest academic feat of my life, and I didn’t fare so well the next week: I bombed my first vocabulary test. Walking up to my professor after class I said in desperation that I just couldn’t learn Hebrew. Gently my professor exhorted me: I could learn Hebrew with the proper devotion of my time and focus. What really hit my heart though was that I received an email from him the next morning telling me he was praying for me and that I could meet the challenge. I was almost brought to tears knowing he cared so deeply. I share this story to demonstrate just why
personal interest in their students while also exhibiting a deep passion for teaching. If you love God and you have a passion for His Word, SoCal Sem is the place for you! o Southern California University is at 2075 E. Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA 92019. Website: www.socalsem.edu. Phone (619) 201-8999
Concordia University Irvine By Tabitha Stillman
When thinking of my educational experiences and expectations, I consider my time at a state college, training and classes from other universities, and my employment over the past 12 years in elementary education. Of all these, Concordia University, Irvine, has had the most profound impact on me as an educator. I witnessed my husband succeed in the administration program, and I realized the immense support system that Concordia University can provide. I set my goals and decided that, because of the staff and closePlease turn to next page
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CLASSSES START 6 TIMES PER YEAR… PROGRAMS AVAILABLE ONLINE OR ON CAMPUS DEGREE PROGRAMS:
UNDERGRADUATE — Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies (AABS) and Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS). GRADUATE BIBLICAL STUDIES — Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM), Master of Arts in Biblical Studies (MABS), Master of Divinity (M.DIV), Master of Theology (TH.M), and starting in Fall 2013, Doctor of Ministry (D.Min). GRADUATE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE — Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (MACP), and Doctor of Psychology (PSY.D). SCS’s main campus is located in El Cajon. A private institution of higher education dedicated to teaching from the inerrant Word of God, SCS is accredited by TRACS.
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Continued from page 1 kids because of this.” Representing Talley’s current ministry, Jody Crimi ran alongside the team, taking turns pushing Don, just as he is pushing and mentoring her as she begins Youth For Christ Campus Life groups in Encinitas and Carlsbad this year. Campus Life has had a profound impact on each of the Run With Don participants. Ashwell first met Talley when he was a student at Poway High School in the 1990s and Talley was leading the local Campus Life group. “I grew up in an unchurched home,” said Ashwell. “It took about three or four years of hanging out with him on a consistent basis that I really got to see and understand who Christ is and the impact it had on him. He didn’t hide behind anything. He laid it all out there, and I think that’s what really made him relate to me and my friends.” That and the fact that Talley knows how to have fun. Over the years, Talley has mentored hundreds of students and staff through building authentic relationships. For Ashwell and his friends, that meant hanging out, eating pizza, and watching a weekly TV show together, punctuated with excursions to the snow, whitewater rafting and, well, even to the Emergency Room on occasions. On an overnight snowboarding trip, Ashwell woke up hearing Talley groaning in his sleeping bag and asked if he was OK. He wasn’t. So Ashwell and his friends kept Talley in his sleeping bag and dragged him over the snow and into the vehicle so they could drive the 45 minutes to the nearest hospital. Then they slept on
the E.R. floor while they waited to make sure their mentor was OK after passing a kidney stone. Now it was time for a new adventure: pushing Talley on a 26.2 mile ride in a wheelchair. While Talley is always up for an adventure, flying nationally and internationally speaking on behalf of Youth For Christ, he must constantly rely on Christ to be his strength in his weakness. (2 Cor. 12:9-10) Born with a rare neuromuscular disorder, Talley endures pain every day. Even sitting and holding his head up can be a struggle. “I can’t walk without braces. I need a wheelchair to get around. But God is still God. God is always good. And all things were created by Him and through Him.” That willingness to acknowledge his daily struggles is in part what has been drawing teens to his ministry these past 26 years. His goal is to create authentic relationships, explaining, “I think really being willing to share the weakness, the vulnerability, the reality that life here is hard, but I have hope, and that my hope is in the Scriptures and who God is.” “Over the years I’ve just seen how young people are lost,” said Talley, who grew up attending Emmanuel Faith Community Church and now lives in Denver with his wife and two daughters. His passion is “being able to share the story of Christ with them in a way that isn’t mechanical, that’s much more organic; relationally letting them see what Jesus is doing in me and through me and with me, through my good days, through my not so good days. It’s exciting to see them really understand a Jesus that wants to walk with them every day.”
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Students Respond: ‘Has your educational experience matched your expectations?’ programs, I wanted that same Bible-rich, ily that surrounds you after entering into Vision International Bethel Seminary educationally strong, close atmosphere — BSSD’s world. As a future marriage and so I settled on Bethel Seminary San Diego. family therapist, I feel that Bethel’s highly University, Ramona San Diego Because I know quite a few people who educated teachers, amazing staff and deep By Andrew Hopkins
I am able to immediately use the information and concepts I am learning in class in the ministry I do at Summit Christian Church in San Marcos, where I am worship and college pastor. For instance, in one class I was learning about “The Wonder of God.” The next week I was able to bring that revelation from class into the worship ministry. That is what I like about studying at Vision — there is no need to delay using the concepts I learn in class. They can be put into practical application immediately. If I had to go away somewhere to attend school, I would have to drop what I am doing in my church, family, and community. Sort of like climbing off the horse of ministry to consume the information I need to learn, and then hopping back on to put it into practice. Studying at Vision in conjunction with my local church works great with my life and ministry. I can learn while I do the work to which God has called me. The benefit is immediate, and my life can continue to flourish without the interruption of going away to school. This way I can finish my degree and continue to work in the service of Christ. I love how the teachers are available and willing to answer questions whenever I need to contact them. I recently sent an email to Dr. Stan DeKoven, and he responded almost immediately. I also appreciate my teachers, Drs. Tal and Dee Klaus and the gracious approach they have had with me. o Vision International University is at 1115 D St., Ramona, CA 92065. Website: www.vision. edu/web/viu. Phone: (760) 789-4700.
By Judith Collins
For my undergraduate degree in psychology, I attended Western Baptist College (now called Corban University). At the time I was going there, it was a fairly small school with a strong emphasis on biblical education, no matter your degree track. When I began to look for master’s
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Continued from previous page knit environment, I could accomplish this! My expectations of the program were that it’s difficult, and I wasn’t cut out for such an intense workload while working full time. However, the professors were quick to share their testimonies and how God has worked in their lives. That has inspired me to continue forward in this endeavor in the graduate program. With each class, I meet a new professor who is willing and without a doubt able to quickly answer questions, clarify assignments, and offer moral support when needed consistently. I couldn’t be more pleased about how, with each course, the professors have built upon my leadership skills. I’ve gained the confidence needed to learn how to lead a school in a Christian way. The classroom culture is conducive to learning, and we have built a family and network through our cohort at our extended campus in Temecula. In this way, Concordia University has met and exceeded my expectations as a teacher looking forward to the next chapter of my career in school administration. o Concordia University is at 1530 Concordia West, Irvine, CA 92612. Website: www.cui.edu. Phone: Southern Regional Center, Temecula, (949) 214-3381.
are going to Bethel or have gone to Bethel, I had already heard great reviews about it and now, being on my third year here I can honestly say, I don’t think they quite captured the depth of the picture. Bethel’s personal, warm environment welcomed me in from the very beginning and it took only a few classes to see the wealth of knowledge that the professors contained. In my three years here, I have been amazed at the deep feeling of fam-
biblical roots have more than equipped me to go out and help the world as Jesus has called us to do. My ideas of what I was going to receive for an education when entering Bethel Seminary San Diego have been far surpassed. o Bethel Seminary San Diego is at 6116 Arosa St., San Diego, CA 92115. Website: www. seminary.bethel.edu/sandiego. Phone: (619) 582-8188.
Beyond Information— Transformation Rev. Tony Baron, D.Min., Psy.D. Speaker / Writer / Servant Leader
Tony Baron, director of Azusa Pacific’s Graduate School of Theology at the San Diego Regional Center, has made it his life’s mission to help people transform themselves so they may truly serve others. Begin your own transformation at the San Diego Regional Center today.
To learn more about how you can study with professors like Tony Baron, go to apu.edu/cp/theology/.
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