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Rogelio finds hope and a “new beginning” while in program
He is happy to change his ways and embark on a new life “Ten years is a long time,” Rogelio recalled, releasing a long breath. “For the last crime I did, they wanted to send me away to prison for a long time. Ten years. The longest I had been in prison before is 35…
Aaron praises the way Mission has helped his recovery
He’s closer than ever with his 10-year-old son While Aaron says he grew up in a Christian family, he endured his father’s alcoholism, his parents’ divorce, and some abuse. He “became part of the streets at a young age,” he said, around 14. Next, Aaron said, came methamphetamines. For 20 years, the drug had a…
Volunteer’s commitment has led to restoration for many
Monica will now help lead community outreach events at the Mission After a deep hurt, Monica encountered Mike Meyer, the Mission’s late outreach coordinator. She knew him from previous involvement in the community and upon seeing her, Mike said, “You know you need to be at the Rescue Mission. I have a job for you.”…
Hector is thankful, feels “transformed” after graduating program
When Hector was 22, his father died. “He was my best friend. It was a real tragedy for me. I was the only one he could really talk to, and he was the only one I could really talk to,” Hector shared. After his father’s death, Hector spent years traveling. “I was out trying to…
Desiree can’t quench her ‘hunger and thirst for Christ’
Desiree struggles to describe her difficult childhood. “It was very … dark. It was sporadic as far as stability. It was a lot of bouncing around to friends and family.” Her mom, who had her at 16, was a heroin addict and in and out of prison. “She wasn’t really present for most of my…
Joshua is baptized, finds acceptance while at Mission
Joshua recalled having an “unstable” childhood. After the deaths of both his grandparents in quick succession, Joshua, his mother, and two younger siblings found themselves living in their van and sleeping in motels. At 6 years old, Joshua tried methamphetamines. By middle school, Joshua was regularly smoking meth, getting into fights, and skipping school. In…
Matt gathers more tools to ensure success in recovery
The Mission has helped him renew his connection with God Nearing completion of the Enhanced Program construction track, Matt feels that all the pieces of his life have finally come together. “I feel a clarity that had been missing for so long and I’ve regained my connection to God,” he said recently. “I’m sober, engaged…
Meet Angelica Nevarez, Program Manager at Lighthouse for Women and Children
How did you hear about the Lighthouse? I heard about the Lighthouse a while ago, but I became really interested in it around 2014. I did a tour of the Lighthouse and learned a lot about it then. At the time, the recovery group I was in (working as the group facilitator) was attended by…
Valley Food Bank awarded new refrigerated van
It will allow for more distribution of perishable food One of the biggest blessings to our ministry is receiving news that RMA Valley Food Bank will be the recipient of a grant award. LA Regional Food Bank, a longtime partner of Rescue Mission Alliance, recently chose us to receive a brand-new refrigerated van! The van…
Meet RMA Antelope Valley’s warehouse manager
Rony Aguilar manages the food distribution to 15 pantries Tell me a little bit about RMA AV and your role? A year ago, it was a weekend-only, non-profit food distribution that partnered with six pantries. We now operate during the week, partner with 15 pantries, and have a core group of volunteers. My job is…
Ron seeks help, puts lifetime of drinking behind him
6 months into program, he feels like a changed man A lot of Ron’s early memories of drinking were centered around family trips, where his parents and his four siblings would pack up and go camping. “I started drinking at an early age- about 6 or 7,” Ron said. “On the weekends, we went camping…
Mission’s workforce development programs help graduates find meaningful work
Enhanced Programs in several areas are offered During a typical overnight shift in the Security Office, Bradford works to ensure the Mission’s facilities are kept safe. “I’m responsible for making sure that everyone on grounds is where they should be and that no one is here who shouldn’t be,” he said. “I monitor the cameras…
