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From drugs to discipleship, Kevin transforms his life
This is the fifth story in a series chronicling this year’s theme of “Access and Opening Doors.” This month, we look into Kevin’s story, recounting his journey to a new life. Kevin begins each day of his Vocational Construction Program with Bible study and prayer. “We start the day with the right focus,” he explained,…
Finding purpose in sacrifice: a journey to the Mission
David is the men’s program case manager For David Chang, faith was something he grew up with. Raised in the Bay Area after immigrating from Taiwan at the age of 6, he spent his youth immersed in church life-attending services, playing piano for worship, and checking all the “right boxes.” Yet, he now reflects on…
Yesenia isn’t just surviving—she’s thriving
She no longer feels alone Yesenia’s life is a testament to resilience. Born into a large family in Cambria, she was the second youngest of 13 children. Her early years were marked by chaos, neglect, and abuse. By age 6, she had already experienced trauma no child should ever have to endure-molested by her father…
For Luis, Mission’s support continues even after graduation
Luis couldn’t bear to bring his mother anymore pain. “I was really hooked on drugs. My family saw me in the backyard, strung out, and my mom was crying. When I saw my mom crying, I wanted to use drugs more (because) I felt terrible. I wanted to overdose a couple of times, but I…
Rudy’s faithful journey from trauma to transformation
He knows God is with him When Rudy entered the doors of the Mission, he carried decades of pain-wounds from childhood trauma, years of addiction, broken trust, and the weight of shame. But he also carried something else: hope. Hope that God hadn’t given up on him. Hope that healing was possible.Rudy grew up in…
‘This is my Bible College’: How donors help women like Rosemary transform their lives
When Rosemary arrived at the Lighthouse, she brought with her decades of pain, loss, and longing for a new beginning. But what she found was more than a program. It was healing. It was restoration. And for her, it was the beginning of a whole new life. “I came in expecting,” Rosemary said, “I came…
Ralph relishes in ‘God’s masterplan’ for his life
This is the fourth story in a series chronicling this year’s theme of “Access and Opening Doors.” This month, we look into Ralph’s story, recounting his journey to a new life. As the on-site manager of The City Center, a transitional living center for homeless families with children in Ventura, Ralph spends a good part…
From broken to blessed, program residents give back
At 8 a.m. on a brisk Friday morning, RMA San Fernando Valley’s shower trailer quietly enters the Van Nuys Home Depot parking lot. Though the sun has barely risen, a small line has already begun to form – people waiting not just for a warm shower or a fresh haircut, but for a moment of…
Jasmin finds her voice, begins to heal from life-long trauma
“My past has been very complicated. It’s been quite a journey,” Jasmin shared. “I came from a broken home – very toxic, very dysfunctional. I never grew up with my dad and my mom was an alcoholic and a workaholic. She worked and she partied. I was always having to take care of her. There…
Rafael finds missing puzzle piece in quest to stay sober
Rafael’s story is one of strength and change. He grew up in Glendale, California, with his parents hailing from El Salvador. His dad wasn’t around, and his mom and grandma worked hard to raise him and his siblings. Like many kids, school had its ups and downs. His mom didn’t speak much English, so learning…
RMA food warehouses unite, help bring relief to LA fire victims
Rescue Mission Alliance Antelope Valley and Rescue Mission Alliance Valley Food Bank partnered together to donate over 1,000 prepared sandwiches, chips, hygiene kits, water bottles and boxes of clothing to North Valley Caring Services at their donation hub at North Hills United Methodist Church. These donations will go directly to families affected by the Los…
Leonce appreciates “everyone whohelps make food pantries happen”
He now volunteers at the church pantry In 2023, Leonce relocated to the United States from Ghana, West Africa. Upon arrival in Van Nuys, Leonce and his fiancée were married. They became members of Rock of The Valley Church of God in Christ and began working in the Missions Ministry. Finding steady work with his…
