TAKE 5 | The Power of Raw and Authentic Prayer
God made us. He knows us. So let us pray form where we are not where we think we should be. We are in his hands no matter our fear, anger, or grief. Let's meet God in our suffering.
September 2024 Ripples Newsletter
🌟 Exciting Updates from Ripples Newsletter -September Edition! 🌟
❄️Winter Camp Early Bird Rate of $100 ends Oct. 16
🙏 Prayer moved to fourth Tuesday in September Only, Fire Threatens SERC
August 2024 Ripples Newsletter
🌟 Exciting Updates from Ripples Newsletter - August 2024 Edition! 🌟
🚀 Camp was awesome with Passion So Cal Youth Network leading the way, supported by OMV.
🌊 Fundraising for Los Angeles Christian School heads to La Jolla Group Campground in October
🙏 Join us in prayer on Zoom every first and third Tuesday of the month.
July 2024 Ripples Newsletter
🌟 Exciting Updates from Ripples Newsletter - July 2024 Edition! 🌟
🎉 We're just $3,600 away from meeting our $10,000 Challenge Match goal!
🚀 Camp starts this week with Passion So Cal Youth Network leading the way, supported by OMV. Pray for a week full of spiritual growth and fun.
❄️ Winter Camp planning for Spark Retreats is in full swing for February 2025 at THE OAKS.
🌊 Los Angeles Christian School heads to La Jolla Group Campground in October.
🕊️ Remembering Chuck Simpson with a touching ceremony at Harbor Fire Station.
🙏 Join us in prayer on Zoom every first and third Tuesday of the month.
June 2024 Ripples Newsletter
Looking forward to Catalyst Camp 2024, celebrating a successful and meaningful adventure to the Channel Islands with LACS, and calling all camp kindness!
May 2024 Ripples Newsletter
Please help us reach our goal of 10K for Summer Camp. Every dollar you give will be doubled!
April 2024 Ripples Newsletter
We have a fresh look, a fresh place for summer camp, and a fresh face to help us lead our programs. Take a peek.
March 2024 Ripples Newsletter
Amazing changes were sparked at winter retreats this year! See how God moved.
January 2024 Ripples Newsletter
Spark Change winter camps are almost here! Pickleball for St. Patty’s and more.
December Ripples Newsletter
Welcoming Cielo Arrioja to our team as Program Facilitator starting in 2024.
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat -Rejoicing About or Rejoicing In?
Rejoice. What comes to you when you hear that word? I think of pure innocent, delight and joy - a sunny day where your cheeks hurt from smiling. It's easy to rejoice after we have overcome an obstacle, but when was the last time you rejoiced in a season of struggle with that level of freedom. Today our friends at Unhurried Living remind us of the freedom and joy we have through Christ.
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat - 5 Ways to Engage Growth
In our relationship with Christ we are constantly being transformed into a new creation. Today our friends from Unhurried Living share some thoughts on how we can engage this growth, deepen our roots, and reach for the heights.
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat - Prayer: Getting Out of Our Ruts
Do you know what the difference between four wheel drive and two wheel drive is? The distance from the trailhead until you get stuck! Just like a vehicle on a rutted forest service road, we sometimes need to elevate ourselves and get more clearance (perspective) in our prayer life to gain traction and unstuck. Join me today for a ‘lift kit’ of sorts from our favorite couple at Unhurried Living.
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat - Praying Scripture: Thirsty for God
In the late 1990's my wife and I regularly met with a group praying for the film and entertainment industry in LA. It was here in these monthly gatherings I was first introduced to praying scripture. Since then it has been a staple of my spiritual diet. We invite you to sample it today!
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat - Solitude Retreat: An Unhurried Day With God
This weekend is our ReConnect Retreat. I will be pouring out and because I know I will need filling afterwards, I have already scheduled a retreat with my wife Amy at a youth workers event and then a time just with the Lord and I. When was the last time you took a day with Jesus and just spent time together? Learn how you can incorporate this renewal into you life from our friends at Unhurried Living.
ReConnect Retreat Update | Prayer Requests
We are cresting 400 participants for March 18-20th ReConnect Retreat. Keep praying for God to move in mighty ways in the lives of all involved, particularly our students who have had such a hard last two years!
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat - Expanding Care Through Prayer
During summer staff training one year, a young man from George Fox University shared how ministry is the overflow of our cup. As God pours His love into our lives (cup), we then can overflow His love to the world. Today we explore the connection between prayer and overflow.