The Rodriguez family of seven sleeps tonight in a clean, warm insulated new home!
Last year while many in our church and community were suffering through a housing crisis, it occured to us that instead of complaining about how bad we have it – we could focus on helping others who are in an even worse condition. We identified a family of seven who live south of Ensenada and were living in mud and dirt. We set about to provide them with a complete home for thier family. Through four trips, a couple minor auto accidents, and various other challanges, by God’s grace Rancho Vista completed the home and presented the family with keys at a dedication service last Saturday. I am so proud of our church and the MANY people who donated funds, materials, or who journeyed down to help build.
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Slumdog – God’s care for the poor
Enjoyed stirring up the pot yesterday by talking about God’s compassion for the poor based on Luke 4 when Jesus began his minsitry by declaring that God had sent him to declare good news for the poor. It was a great moment when after she solicted feedback on her “sign” – Annette shared that her Mom once supported her when she wa a child by holding a sign like this. YOWEEE!
What's your sign?
Seeing Jesus can sometimes be difficult!
By popular request I am posting the photo that we have been using on Sundays as part of the “Can You See Him” message series. So – can you?
Hummers, Hammers, Tacos and Nails
On Saturday, June 20th a team will be traveling down to south Ensenada to frame the “RVC HOME” we are building for a poor working family. We also will be delivering food in conjunction with “Hillarious Givers” We need anyone who can swing a hammer – or anyone with a large SUV or truck to meet us at 8 a.m. at Cafe Tazza on East “H” St. at 8 a.m. $25 covers materials, lunch and transportation. For more info contact Carlos Gamboa at carlosgamboa@cox.net
The Dusty Road Awaits
Got debt?
Wow I think this is fantastic and draws up the point I made in my message this week about our cultural sickness of consumption. I DO NOT AGREE with some of the politics of this video – but if you watch until the end can anyone disagree with the ultiamte point?
Easter at Rancho Vista
Sunday April 12th 9 & 10:30 a.m. worship. Easter Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. Otay Ranch High School. 1250 Olympic Parkway – 91913
Baptism Celebration
Highlights from baptismal celebration. Congrats to Jenna, AJ, Ian, Kathy, Lindsey, Melissa and Nicole.
Plumbing Parts and Love?
Communication Isn’t Easy!
March 11, 2009 by Annette Link
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In the book, The Relationship Principles of Jesus, by Tom Holladay, he refers to Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary which defines communication as “a process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of symbols, signs, or behavior.”
Tom continues on:
With apologies to Mr. Webster, havent’ you found the real-life definition to read more like this: ” a process by which information is confused by individuals through a conflicting system of emotions, behaviors, backgrounds, and desires”?
I do not know about you, but in my experience, I agree with the later definition. My husband, Billy, always calls me out on my communication methods or lack thereof. He often says, Annette, you might have said that in your head but what I heard was…. And often he is right. I had this entire conversation in my head but by the time the words hit my tongue it comes out completely different, and the real problem is that I treat my husband as if he heard the conversation in my head! So we immediately fall into this quick sand of communication failure!
I pray that as we read about how Jesus communicated, that we learn when we follow His example that our words have the power to take our relationships to a new level of impact and intimacy.
“Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” Proverbs 12:18
How’s loving everyone as your neighbor going?
March 5, 2009 by Annette Link
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“Dear friends, since God loved us that much, we surely ought to love each other.” 1 John 4:11
How can we show love to the people right in front of us – today?
We want to hear from you..how is loving everyone as your neighbor going? Thoughts???
Help us God to love as you love us!
