In case you missed the article about our Christmas Shoppes in the Ventura County Star on Wednesday, December 22, 2010, here’s the link:
http://www.vcstar.com/news/2010/dec/21/churches-host-events-for-parents-to-get-gifts/
Have a very Merry Christmas!!!
Wow! What an amazing event throughout Ventura County. Here are some stats for December 4 and 11:
A multitude of thanks go out to all the volunteers, churches, businesses, friends, families, agencies, etc., who played a part in making Christmas Shoppe a huge success. From the above numbers, you can see that there is an enormous need in our community. Unfortunately, some families had to be turned away but we will continue to pray for God’s provision.
Below are a couple of links to view photos from the Ventura and Conejo Valley Christmas Shoppes. If you are unable to view them from here, please visit us on Facebook, ACTION Foundation:
Ventura
http://picasaweb.google.com/jsolsarg/XmasStore2010?authkey=Gv1sRgCNOvraqt9faaxwE&feat=email#
Conejo Valley
http://www.photodex.com/share/BobGlatt/x4m79mg4
Again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Families were not only blessed with presents but most importantly, HIS PRESENCE!
Merry Christmas ~
ACTION
We got there early to make sure all the forms were ready. One of our “small Groups” came and brought snacks and water for everyone. We all had to re-learn our geometry so we could put siding up under the gables. (Sheesh) I’m so glad they are patient. It was an exciting day between the use of power saws, table saws, and power siding cutters.
We had an amazing time. There were people there who were part of ACTION or Calvary CC and was great to work along side of the homeowner, Rosa. Thanks to all those who served!
Dear Servants,
I am a parent of a senior at Ventura County Christian School (VCCS). My husband and I wanted to thank you and the group from Calvary Westlake for all of the work they did at VCCS. What a wonderful blessing. We know that your church has its own school and yet all of you were willing to come and help our school. As you know VCCS is a small, struggling school but we so believe that God wants this school to stay open.
For our daughter it has been a tremendous blessing. Michelle had spinal meningitis at 15 months so learning is difficult for her. She works very hard for her grades. VCCS has worked with her to help her achieve her greatest potential. Michelle would not have survived in public school. The school is also there for the students that are able to take AP classes. The school focuses on working with the students both academically and spiritually.
Your groups willingness to help is so greatly appreciated. As Christians we tend to focus on missions in other countries but there is work to be done here also. You have done missions work right in your own backyard. I hope in heaven you get to meet students whose lives you touched by your work as you hear Christ say, “well done good and faithful servant.”
Again thank you.
Blessings,
Charles and Deborah Clark
What a great day! We had 20 volunteers show up including about 5 kids who worked their hearts out. We had neighbors, families that attended the school and the administrator stopping by to see what we were doing and thank us. It is amazing how the Lord can bless you when you are trying to bless others. Korrie Chapman
What a wonderful day this was. We ended up with 28 volunteers who started out at St. Paul with a light breakfast and prayer, then headed over to the MHP. We had 10 projects lines up with a few more added once we got there. The folks at Thunderbird have become like family to us and we treasure the time we get to spend with them…yes, even when we’re weeding an entire yard full of overgrown ivy, or cleaning carpets….plus, they are always thankful, which makes us love it more!
We look forward to helping them troughout the “Summer of Service” and beyond…
Becky Warren
4001 Mission Oaks Blvd.
Suite S, Camarillo, CA 93012