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‘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…
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…
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
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 through the support and generosity of the community. A volunteer barista donated her time and talent to serve fresh coffee to attendees,…
Franco is ‘overwhelmed with gratitude’
Franco recently visited the food pantry at La Voz Sylmar Seventh Day Adventist Church for the third time. Currently, he is without steady income, so the food he receives has been a blessing. “I am overwhelmed with gratitude. I am unemployed right now, and the help I receive has benefited me greatly,” Franco said. Franco…
Mission gives Mario faith, family and freedom
Mario always wanted to be part of a family. “I have had family problems since I was little. I thought the drugs that I was using would help me forget all my childhood pain. I started to use cocaine and methamphetamines to help me escape all my trauma.” Before drugs, Mario struggled with alcohol starting…
Volunteers like Logan are ‘vital’ to RMA AV
RMA Antelope Valley is honored to partner with many incredible organizations and volunteers who generously give their time and talents-like Logan, who serves weekly in the warehouse alongside his Blue Livin’ Supports Coach, Victor Arnold. Blue Livin’ Supports is a dedicated agency that empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently, build…
A box of hope, a heart full of gratitude
Humberto has been connected with the food bank program at La Voz Seventh Day Adventist Church in Sylmar for three years. A friend first told him about the program, and over time he asked if there were opportunities to volunteer. Now, he finds “great joy” in being part of the team that distributes food to…
Mission stay helps Sean find the right focus
Sean was diagnosed with ADD at a young age and prescribed medication to help him focus. Looking back, he sees how early patterns formed. “Taking Ritalin was a catalyst for me in creating the mindset that I needed to take something to focus.” High school was difficult. Although he had friends, he often felt like…
“I believe in giving”: Celebrating 10 Years of Faithful Service
Yolanda has been a dedicated volunteer at the shelter since 2015. She began her service in the pantry, carefully labeling and dating food items to ensure families received safe and organized meals. In 2022, when another volunteer stepped away, she stepped up without hesitation. She began picking up fresh food donations and delivering them to…
