Solitia says, “I come from a very dysfunctional family. Both of my parents used drugs. When I was born they both got locked up in jail. So I went to

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Posted in the Ventura County Star – June 11, 2017
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Drugs took Frances Ramirez’s brother Paul Ramirez away

“It just seemed like, through all that time, the Lord was with me. Each door opening was an opportunity for me to get out of there. I just felt God’s

Keith states, “The one good thing I did have was my mother. She didn’t use or drink. She was a Christian woman, and many of the good morals I have

Posted in the Ventura County Star – April 12, 2017
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A year ago, Keith Manson was convinced his life was headed in one

Daniel grew up with money. His father was successful financially and growing up, his family had everything they needed. Yet Daniel showed up at the mission lost. He says, “I

It doesn’t matter how quickly one arrives, but that one arrives first. We learn this from the story of the tortoise and the hare. Destiny is running her race of

After being injured on the job, he lost his livelihood. Even though supported by Worker’s Compensation, between lawyers, doctors, insurance companies, and physical therapists, Robert wasn’t able to pay his

I was raised with a single mom. My mom was a tough love mom and taught me to not ever ask anyone for help. The softest part of her I

Posted in the Ventura Star – November 23, 2016 (To read entire article CLICK HERE)
It took a proverbial village, along with 375 turkeys, to feed a fresh Thanksgiving meal to