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Pat joins the Lighthouse team to ‘give back’ to the community
In June 2026, Pat joined the Lighthouse team as the Lead Case Manager. With a bachelor’s degree in social work, a master’s degree in counseling psychology, and more than 25 years of experience in the mental health field, Pat brings a wealth of experience supporting women, children and families through a wide range of challenges.…
‘God was with me the whole time’
This is the seventh story in a series chronicling this year’s theme of “Rescue.” This month, we look into Anthony’s story, recounting his journey to a new life. Looking back from where he is now, Anthony can see that God was always at work in his life. “When I think about all that I went…
‘It was God. There’s literally no other way’
When Jessica arrived at the Mission, her drinking had nearly destroyed her. She was drinking all day, every day, and had recently spent more than a month in the hospital. Her breathalyzer reading was almost 0.46, a potentially fatal level, and her doctor told her she needed a new liver. Jessica’s struggle with alcohol began…
Marcos finds new perspective and a new life
When Marcos first came to the Mission, he wasn’t sure he wanted to be there. At 19, he was equally “excited” and “opposed” to joining the program. Today, after graduating, being baptized and finding employment, he sees the Mission differently. “It took a while,” Marcos said, “but I no longer see that part of my…
Karen leaves the Mission scared, but not alone
Karen is nervous. She’s preparing to leave the Lighthouse after recently graduating from the program, but her excitement of a new beginning is mixed with fear. “It’s scary and I’m nervous. I don’t want to end up stuck like I was before,” she said. “But I have goals and plans for when I’m there. And…
From hurting to helping, Ryan comes ‘full circle’
This is the sixth story in a series chronicling this year’s theme of “Rescue.” This month, we look into Ryan’s story, recounting his journey to a new life. Thinking back on all he has gone through and all that he has accomplished in the last few years still amazes Ryan. “I got sober, saved, and…
Justin finds home after a lifetime of rejection
Justin learned about rejection long before he knew the word. His father died before Justin was old enough to remember him. His mother struggled with addiction, eventually spending time in jail. Raised first by his grandparents, Justin was later shuffled between family members, before ultimately reuniting with his mother. By the time he turned 21,…
Felicia searches for answers, finds herself
Why? It’s the question Felicia has been asking herself. Not simply how her life unraveled, but why. Felicia grew up in a loving Christian home with both parents, a large family, and a life centered on church and community. She built a successful future, pursuing her love of art while building a career as an…
‘Trusting and obeying God is my No. 1 priority’
When Jared was 6 years old, his parents divorced. Soon after, he moved to a new city with his mother and younger brother. Raised in church and heavily involved from a young age, he accepted Jesus early in life. Yet growing up without a father left an impact he would not fully understand until later.…
Standing together against human trafficking
Human trafficking remains one of the most heartbreaking and urgent issues facing our society today. While awareness is growing, many communities are only beginning to understand what human trafficking truly looks like-and how often it exists in plain sight. It does not discriminate. Human trafficking affects people of all backgrounds, stripping individuals of their dignity,…
Faith made public as 5 men take the next step
From left to right: Marcos, Ruben, Elijah, David and Ray dedicated their lives to Christ in front of their friends, family and community.RMA SFV’s Life Recovery Program baptism brought together friends, family, community partners, donors, and volunteers to support five men as they publicly declared their faith. It was a beautiful, sunny day made possible…
God ‘redefines’ Rey’s future
Rey described his childhood with painful honesty: “We were a functioning family with dysfunction.” Raised in a middle-class home alongside five siblings, Rey experienced instability early in life. Although his father provided well for the family, he struggled with alcoholism and eventually left when Rey was 9 years old. Before leaving, his addiction manifested through…
