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Losing liberty: A Abused children fi nd 13 San Diego County FREE slippery slope that refuge at residential Christian Schools is an avalanche ministry showcased page 7 page 10 pages 14-17 Human Traffi cking What is the church’s role in curbing this seedy side of American culture? By Lori Arnold

EL CAJON — Ginger Shaw has spent the better part of two decades enmeshed in church life by leading Bible studies and training sessions, San Diego residents Burton and Kat Sue have left San Diego for a yearlong coordinating Vacation Bible School creative arts outreach for victims of last year’s earthquake and tsunami. He will and Angel Tree projects. These teach drawing classes, and she will offer gospel hula lessons. days she prefers the craggy asphalt of truck stops. “I was so inundated with what was Local couple to use going on in the church,” she said, adding that the Lord had some- thing else in mind for her. “He re- art and hula to bring vealed to me that I needed to get out there, and not just out of my comfort zone. He said I needed to spiritual hope to Japan get out there ‘doing the call I have By Lori Arnold you have to put your trust in some- for you.’” thing else because nothing material It was that command that led her SAN DIEGO — Ten months after is left.” to this place, where she straddles a monster 9.0-earthquake and sub- The San Diego couple, mem- her life between the comfort and sequent tsunami plundered Japan, bers of San Diego Japanese Chris- safety of her church and the seedy annihilating the landscape and life- tian Church, said they hope to use side of American culture—human styles of many of its residents, Bur- creative arts to fi ll the physical and traffi cking. Shaw, a member of Shadow ton and Kat Sue were drawn to the spiritual vacuum lingering after the Many girls are lured into human region more than ever. mammoth March 11, 2011 disaster. Mountain Community Church, is traffi cking because they were “The door is open right now “Christians have been coming the East County coordinator for showered with love, shelter and because the tsunami wiped away to provide relief and support, and California Against Slavery, a non- gifts. A new California law trying everything they worked for, every- that is softening hearts,” Kat Sue profi t human rights group that is to qualify for the November thing was gone,” said Kat Sue, who, said. “He called us to be servants pushing for a statewide ballot mea- ballot would eliminate current with her husband, Burton, left for fi rst. He called us to help. We don’t sure to make it easier to prosecute statute requiring “force” for Japan in mid-January for a yearlong expect anything in return.” prosecution. ministry outreach called The But- See TRAFFICKING, page 2 terfl y Project. “When that happens See JAPAN MINISTRY, page 4 Sky High at Skyline East County church to celebrate grand opening of new worship center By Lori Arnold to march forth, gratefully unen- center. Church has had quite a journey. a quarter of a century trying to get cumbered by the heartaches of a From Skyline Drive in Lemon “This has been such a 25-year this building through with all the La Mesa — Pastor Jim Garlow protracted and costly building ef- Grove to a skyline perch on a hill- wait,” said Garlow, who has served complications.” and his congregation are raring fort for its new 2,000-seat worship side in Rancho San Diego, Skyline as lead pastor since 1995. “It’s been The list has been long: a bad economy; concerns from neigh- bors; delays from archeological excavations tied to potential In- dian artifacts; endangered birds; a protected bush; changing zoning laws; lighting restrictions; vigor- ous earthquake codes; and a major freeway expansion, which prompt- ed six years of litigation. Although the church, a member of the Wesleyan denomination, owns 138 acres along Campo Road, it is only permitted to develop 25 acres because the parcel is home to sensitive wildlife and brush, in- cluding the California Black Tailed Gnatcatcher and the Least Bell’s Vireo. “Two birds, not species, two birds get the rest of it,” Garlow said. “This Finishing touches are made in the weeks before the new worship center at Skyline Church opens in March. A major focal point of the building is its large Jesus cornerstone (center). To the right, the Revelation Fountain, which will also serve as a baptismal, is being constructed. See SKYLINE, page 8 For information about advertising, subscriptions, or bulk delivery, please call 1-800-326-0795 2 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • March 2012 SD www.christianexaminer.com

who is the San Diego coordinator even wider avenues of threat. TRAFFICKING… for the Californians Against Sexual “It’s beyond comprehension,” Continued from page 1 Exploitation Act. Shaw said. cases involving human traffi cking. Seeing tighter sanctions Easing legal parameters “I think we kind of abdicated the The group is hoping to secure at The new law, Shaw said, will role of the church in taking care of least 30,000 petition signatures in make it much easier to prosecute orphans, widows and the needy,” San Diego County as part of a state- those who are enslaving women she said. “Our role is not only to wide effort seeking support of more and children by easing some of the serve as a witness to Him, but to than 800,000 registered voters. The legal obstacles. also do good in His name. deadline to get the signatures is “It is diffi cult to process in many cases “Someone who is on the street April 13. because they don’t use force,” Shaw doesn’t have anyone to look after Rogers said that with limited said. “Most young women in particular them, and, in my mind, that is an funding to secure signatures, Chris- don’t go down this road because they orphan. They are abused. They are tian volunteers will be the key to want to, they go down this road because enslaved. Jesus Christ himself was the initiative’s success. they have been abused.” the most holy person in the world, “I’m hoping that the Christian It’s that vulnerability that Shaw and he mingled with these people. church is going to be a huge player hopes will draw the church into be- Why wouldn’t I?” in the signature-gathering phase,” coming part of the solution. Shaw’s heart for anti-traffi cking Rogers said. “The faith-based as- “We need to call members of the ministry evolved out of her volun- pects of the campaign are going to church not to tiptoe around the teer work with World Concern, a be important.” issue and shake their heads with Seattle-based ministry that special- Rogers said the initiative drive compassion, but to stand up and be izes in disaster response and de- is the second grassroots effort in courageous enough to step into the velopment programs to help the California and, if approved, would fray here and rescue our women global poor pull themselves out create the toughest anti-traffi cking Ginger Shaw, second from left, and Scharme Hettinga, a friend from Seattle, and children,” she said. of poverty. Shaw became involved laws in the nation. In the two years right, visit a couple of young women during a World Concern trip to Thailand. It was the notion of moving from with the ministry’s Women of Pur- since the last statewide attempt, Shaw has become involved with anti-traffi cking issues and is a local coordinator compassion to action that prompt- pose outreach while living in Se- Rogers said the proposed law has of a signature drive to get the Californians Against Sexual Exploitation Act on the ed Shaw and several other women November ballot. attle a decade ago. Women of Pur- more organizational support and from Shadow Mountain to start pose linked American women with funding. FreeThem Road, a ministry that their poor counterparts, prompt- “We have a lot of volunteers.” She fort, Shaw said, was the increased money maker,” Shaw said. “Drugs seeks to raise awareness of human ing several trips to Thailand, an said. “It’s really just a matter of get- costs of enforcement and limited you sell one time, but people you traffi cking at truck stops, fast food international hotbed for human ting it on the ballot. We really don’t prison space. can sell over and over and over.” restaurants, hotels, community cen- ters and libraries. Volunteers with traffi cking. have any opposition to this. People In the meantime, the sex slave Also fueling the industry is the the ministry distribute literature While still working with World really do care. They are eager to trade has mushroomed, particular- Internet, which has widened access and fl iers from the National Hu- Concern, Shaw began to investi- sign, they are eager to help.” ly in Southern California. beyond the traditional port and man Traffi cking Resource Center, gate America’s own big, dark se- Despite little opposition, both “California truly is an area where border regions. which lists the 24-hour hotline. cret: human traffi cking is a vibrant, Rogers and Shaw said the ballot human traffi cking is high density,” “That’s been a huge cause of the On a recent road trip to Las Ve- underworld business. approach is necessary because ef- Shaw said. “It is running rampant increase in human traffi cking in re- gas, the team visited 24 truck stops According to the FBI, California forts to get the laws through the right now.” cent years,” Rogers said. and posted more than 60 signs, pri- is the only state with the distinction Although pimps smuggle victims legislature have been futile. Shaw marily in stopover restrooms. Up- of having three of the agency’s 10 said her daughter, who worked as Growing like gangbusters into the country from developing Realizing the lucrative nature nations, America has its own hu- coming road trips include Arizona High Intensity Child Prostitution a legislative director in Sacramento in March and Las Vegas in April. of the business, gangs are also ex- man stockpile, usually in the form Areas. Los Angeles ranks fi rst on last year, helped to draft four bills “It’s God’s heart and he calls us to panding beyond their traditional of runaways and foster youth who the list, San Francisco No. 7 and directly targeting human traffi ck- it,” she said of serving orphans and San Diego No 8. ing. Like many of the nearly 3,000 guns and drugs trades to cash in on are easily grabbed off of the streets. “They don’t have strong commu- widows. “That’s why I’m involved. “This issue is very relevant to us bills introduced in the chambers, fl esh peddling. That’s why we should be involved. in California, although it’s an issue all four failed to clear committees. “Organized crime is becoming nity ties so they are easy prey,” Rog- ers said. “Yes, it’s risky. It’s not pretty. It’s in every state,” said Kath Rogers, A major factor in derailing the ef- so involved with this because it’s a not fun. It’s hard work. It’s hard Most of the victims of sex slav- work emotionally to be a voice.” ery are tricked into the practice by beguiling men who shower the women and youth with love and • Visit www.CASEAct.org to learn gifts under the guise of being a more about the initiative, to fi nd out “boyfriend.” more information on signing and to “Even if it’s not a direct means of discover how to gather signatures at force, the girls are being manipu- your church, organization and with lated in other ways,” Rogers said. friends or family. In some instances, Shaw said, • Call the CASE Act/ SD offi ce to young men are targeting high request a speaker for your church, school girls, raping them while se- small group or organization at (858) 573-1199. Ginger Shaw can be con- cretly taping the assault. They then tacted by email at caseforjustice@ use the videotape to blackmail their yahoo.com. victims into becoming sex slaves. • For more information on FreeThem With the advent of such sites as You- Road, visit www.freethemroad.org. Tube and Facebook, predators have www.christianexaminer.com SD March 2012 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • 3 Inside view of human traffi cking The Californians Against Sexual the fi nes will be used to fund local Exploitation Act is a joint partnership victim services. of California Against Slavery and the • Require anyone convicted of A quiet place, far from the hectic pace... where blue skies, clean air, peace and fun abound Safer California Foundation. Accord- prostituting a minor to register as a ing to its leaders the new initiative is sex offender and disclose all Inter- #HRISTIAN#AMPAND necessary because “our laws refl ect our net and social networking accounts. #ONFERENCE#ENTER societal values.” • Provide mandatory training for Located in a serene valley nestled in the San Jacinto Foothills, 7.5 miles southeast of Hemet. 285 “Human traffi cking is a brutal all California law enforcement of- acres with two large ranch-style lodges accommodating up to 120 people. Offering comprehensive human rights abuse,” the CASE fi cers. retreat packages year round for all kinds of retreats. Delicious meals catered. website says. “It is also a lucrative Why an initiative? (AYRIDESTHROUGHTHECANYONs#ANOEINGs!RCHERYRANGEs(IKINGTRAILSs ACREGRASSATHLETIClELDs criminal business. 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ported by The Evangelical Alliance JAPAN MINISTRY… Mission (TEAM). Continued from page 1 Their focus will be on therapeu- tic work through workshops at vari- Burton, an IT manager with UPS ous relief bases where victims are until he quit Jan. 6 to head to the still living in temporary housing. mission fi eld, plans to use his art Entire towns are still absent, and training as a way to help the Japa- many transportation links remain nese process their pain and suffer- disrupted. ing. Kat, a hula instructor, will offer “There are thousands of people workshops in an effort to reach the who have no means to get back on women. She left her job as a recruit- their feet,” he said before leaving, er for an event planning company adding that the elderly are especial- that specializes in IT services. ly vulnerable. “In many cases they “It was hard to do given the econ- are stuck in limbo. omy, but we know God will provide,” “The government is great with Burton Sue said. “God has shown cleaning up, but they are not as big the way for many, many years. I al- into the emotional care of these in- ways wanted to use the gift of art for dividuals,” he said. “It’s really going God’s glory. We’re ready to take a to be an encouragement for all the leap of faith. We are blessed with people staying in these communi- the opportunity and hope to make ties.” a difference out there.” The leap grew a little longer Cultural barriers in the days before they left when Complicating relief efforts is the they discovered that one of their culture itself, which places a strong sponsoring agencies was slashing emphasis on independence. In its funding pledge for art supplies many instances the Japanese people because of a drop in its own donor will turn to “honorable suicides” to prevent becoming a burden. The base. Above: A young girl in Tokyo learns “It really presents a burden to practice has become so widespread gospel hula taught during a previous us to continue the ministry, but we that the government allocated $133 outreach by Kat Sue. know God will supply,” said Burton million in suicide prevention assets Sue, who studied illustration at the for 2010, according to the Associ- Right: One of Burton Sue’s previous Art Center College of Design and ated Press. art students in Japan presents his worked at Dreamworks. “We can’t Religion is also a major factor artwork with a big smile. wait to see how God will work.” with less than 1 percent of the population identifying as Christian. His artwork has been showcased working in the region increased the at the Shriner’s Childrens Hospi- Most adhere to Shintoism, a diverse faith that equates spirits to natural support. tal of Honolulu and the San Diego “It’s important to not forget,” Kat Center for Children. elements to such things as rivers, trees, mountains, rocks and the Sue said. “The media has moved “It is our prayer that once we are on. There are a lot of things going on the ground we will begin build- wind. Many adherents also practice Buddhism. on in the world. The recovery is ing relationships with the churches long. For the Christian population, and different organizations.” “(Japan is) one of the strongest powers in the developed world, and the workers are few. There is a lot ahead.” Ministry tools yet it’s one of the weakest in the world spiritually,” Burton Sue said. The Sues’ desire to work with Power of music “I think the tsunami repre- the Japanese people began several While Burton will focus on teach- years before the earthquake when sents the greatest opportunity for changed lives since World War II.” ing his style of “wholesome cute” Burton Sue sought out a relation- art, his wife will use Christian mu- ship with the Japanese Evangeli- It was at the conclusion of World War II when Gen. Douglas Ma- sic and hula. Together they cre- cal Missionary Society to pursue ated the Hula Friends! website that an outlet for reaching people who cArthur urged a group of visiting evangelicals to support the Asian meshes their two passions. don’t know Christ. In 2010 the cou- “Music has always been my way ple went to Tokyo for a weeklong nation. He also asked several mis- sionary societies to send “Bibles, to community with God, through outreach using creative arts at a trials and through joys. I love to seminary. They returned last May to Bibles and more Bibles.” “Japan is a spiritual vacuum,” the worship through music,” she said. in Naleonuoliakeaku, which means nese culture is very effective be- do some relief work though Chris- “Hula is all about storytelling. Gos- Voices that Bring the Good News of cause a lot of times the women are tian Relief, Assistance, Support and general was quoted as saying. “If you do not fi ll it with Christianity, pel hula is about storytelling God’s God. She is the leader of the Hula the fi rst to follow Christ, then their Hope, or CRASH. story, telling His story.” Friends! Praise Team and teaches children. The husband usually fol- “We were planning our anniver- it will be fi lled with Communism. Send me 1,000 missionaries.” She has been trained at secular gospel hula classes at her church. lows after that.” sary and said let’s forget that. Let’s hula schools called halaus as well Hula, she said, already has a go help somebody,” he said. In the weeks after the twin natu- ral disasters, a variety of Christian as with various hula ministries. strong following in Japan, but add- To God be the glory In addition to assistance from Most recently, she trained under ing the gospel element will drive Burton Sue said the hula lessons their home church, CRASH and ministries diverted resources to the island, and those who were already Kumu Hula Frances Lacangan the genre from mere entertain- are carefully centered on Christ so JEM, the couple is also being sup- and has held a leadership position ment to providing its practitioners the moves are not misinterpreted. with a strong Christian foundation. “Hula has a reputation of being “You learn the song, you learn sexy and provocative, but gospel the moves, you learn to fully ex- hula is nothing like that,” he said. press the meaning of the song,” she “It’s very reserved. It’s very biblical. said. “You put the words on your It’s really interjecting a culture with heart.” God’s Word. We are careful that we She said that over time, the les- also glorify God in all that we do.” sons become like Bible studies For more information, visit www. where the students are refl ecting butterfl yjapan.com or www.hu- on the song’s meaning as they fo- lafriends.com. cus on interpreting through dance. “It provides the group confor- Donations for art supplies can be mity that is important to the Japa- made on the butterfl y website or by nese culture,” she said. “There is sending a check with “#011026” a fellowship and unity of doing it and “Art Supplies” on the memo line together.” to TEAM, P.O. Box 939, Wheaton, “Hula, specifi cally, with the Japa- IL 60187-0969. www.christianexaminer.com SD March 2012 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • 5 Appeals court overturns California’s same-sex marriage ban

By Lori Arnold the voters to assert California’s in- ery pro-marriage American should the national gay-rights group Cour- hearings anyway, saying they would only terests in the validity of Prop. 8,” be pleased that this case can fi nally age Campaign, said after the court be used for his personal review. After SAN FRANCISCO — California’s Pugno said. “Our path to the U.S. go to the U.S. Supreme Court. The struck down the amendment. he retired last year, however, Walker Proposition 8, the voter-mandated Supreme Court is now very clear. ProtectMarriage.com legal team’s In his dissenting opinion, Judge took a copy of the video and showed ban against gay marriage, is un- We are confi dent that the law, his- arguments align with every other N. Randy Smith, specifi cally cited excerpts during a public address. constitutional, the 9th U.S. Circuit tory, and the repeatedly expressed federal appellate and Supreme procreation and parenting issues Court of Appeals ruled Feb. 7. will of the American people will Court decision on marriage in and urged judicial restraint as it Imperial County clerk “Proposition 8 served no pur- eventually gain a fair hearing, and American history.” pertains to legislative matters. denied right to intervene pose, and had no effect, other than traditional marriage will be upheld California voters approved Prop- “Ultimately, I am not convinced In its decision the 9th Circuit court to lessen the status and human and protected.” osition 8 in 2008 by a margin of that Proposition 8 is not rationally also denied a petition fi led by Advocates dignity of gays and lesbians in Cali- Brian Raum, senior counsel for 52-48, but it was immediately chal- related to a legitimate govern- for Faith & Freedom to intervene on fornia,” Judge Stephen Reinhardt the Alliance Defense Fund, one of lenged by gay-rights supporters. mental interest,” he wrote. “I must behalf of Imperial County Clerk Chuck wrote in the majority opinion. the groups representing Protect The Feb. 7 decision upheld the therefore respectfully dissent.” Storey and in defense of the law in order In anticipation of the appeals Marriage, said he believes the ap- to provide a governmental defendant court ruling, gay-rights groups pellate court exceeded its jurisdic- willing to ensure that the case is decided across the state scheduled rallies tion in rendering its decision. No court should presume by the higher courts. and marches to celebrate the win. “No court should presume to Storey said he will now seek an ap- Even with the victory, however, a redefi ne marriage,” he said. “No peal from the U.S. Supreme Court in court-ordered stay will block gay court should undercut the demo- to redefi ne marriage. No conjunction with Protect Marriage. marriages at least until an appeal of cratic process by taking the power “I took an oath of offi ce to uphold the the latest decision is heard. to preserve marriage out of the California Constitution, and Proposi- Attorneys with Protect Mar- hands of the people.” court should undermine the tion 8 is part of the Constitution,” said riage—sponsors of the 2008 con- Raum added that Americans Storey, whose role includes serving as stitutional amendment declaring have consistently rejected the con- the Commissioner of Civil Marriage marriage as between one man and cept of same-sex marriage. democratic process… for Imperial County. one woman—are expected to ap- “Sixty-three million Americans — Brian Raum, senior counsel for the Alliance Defense Fund Advocates for Faith & Freedom con- peal the 2-1 ruling. An appeal could in 31 state elections have voted on tends that not only was the 9th Circuit in be made to the full panel of the 9th marriage, and 63 percent voted to 2010 trial court ruling by then-U.S. error for denying intervention by the Circuit or go directly to the nation’s preserve marriage as the timeless, District Judge Vaughn R. Walker, Videotapes blocked Imperial County Clerk, the decision highest court. If appealed directly universal, unique union between declaring Proposition 8 unconsti- While unsuccessful on the larger to overturn Proposition 8 was contrary to the U.S. Supreme Court—a husband and wife,” he said. tutional. After he retired in 2011, question of constitutionality, Pro- to long held constitutional principles. likely scenario—the matter could Although a disappointment to Walker disclosed that he was gay tect Marriage was successful on “Twice the voters of California have th be heard as early as next year, pro- supporters of traditional marriage, and in a long-term relationship, Feb. 2 when the 9 Circuit court voted to preserve marriage between viding the justices agree to hear the the ruling was not entirely unex- prompting Protect Marriage to fi le ordered the sealing of videotapes men and women, and twice they have case. pected. During a hearing on the a separate suit seeking to toss the Walker made of the original trial. been challenged in the Courts. Clerk Andy Pugno, general counsel for issue last fall, the three-judge panel verdict citing a confl ict of interest. The appellate judges said public Storey’s action is intended to help the Protect Marriage coalition, said appeared to support the arguments The 9th Circuit appeals court de- release of the court hearings would ensure that the voice of the people he believes an earlier ruling by the of attorneys representing several nied the request. violate a vow Walker made by assur- is heard in the courts,” said Robert state Supreme Court bodes well for gay rights couples. “The 9th Circuit did what it must: ing attorneys they would remain Tyler, General Counsel for Advocates the nation’s highest court to accept “We are not surprised that this it ruled that Judge Walker is com- private. That decision reverses a for Faith & Freedom. the case for review. Hollywood-orchestrated attack on petent, not somehow diminished lower court ruling ordering the “This case is not only important for “Although the court was deeply marriage—tried in San Francisco— for being gay and it ruled that the tapes be released. infl uencing nationwide law regard- divided in its ruling against Propo- turned out this way,” the ADF attor- Constitution of the United States Walker videotaped the trial despite ing marriage,” said Jennifer Monk, sition 8, the court also confi rmed ney said. “But we are confi dent that indeed provides equal protection a U.S. Supreme Court ruling blocking Associate General Counsel for Advo- what the California Supreme Court the expressed will of the American and due process to all Americans, the broadcasting of the trial. Most fed- cates, “but it is also important for the has already concluded: that we have people in favor of marriage will be not just some Americans,” Rick eral trials ban the use of cameras inside people of California to have their vote legal standing as representatives of upheld at the Supreme Court. Ev- Jacobs, chairman and founder of the courtroom. But Walker taped the respected.” Poway teacher asks Mount Soledad cross case U.S. Supreme Court to appealed to U.S. Supreme Court hear free speech case Christian Examiner staff report said William J. Kellogg, chairman and uments owned or purchased by CEO of the Mount Soledad Memo- the federal government. The bill Christian Examiner staff report tion are cleansing our classrooms SAN DIEGO — Attorneys repre- rial Association which oversees and passed the House and is awaiting of our Christian heritage while senting the Mount Soledad Veter- maintains the memorial. “This is a review by the Senate. POWAY — A Poway high school promoting atheism and other non- ans Memorial Cross in La Jolla fi led military city whose veterans deserve In recent years, atheist groups teacher who was ordered by cam- Christian religions under the guise paperwork Feb. 9 asking the U.S. to be remembered.” from around the country have been pus offi cials to remove patriotic of cultural diversity,” said Richard Supreme Court to overturn an ap- In January, El Cajon Congress- challenging memorial crosses, in- phrases from his classroom has Thompson, president and chief peals court decision declaring the man Duncan Hunter introduced cluding a pair on Camp Pendleton asked the U.S. Supreme Court to counsel of the Thomas More Law monument unconstitutional. a bill that would protect crosses and a single cross in the Mojave overturn a federal appeals court Center. The appeal, fi led by Liberty Institute, and all religious symbols on mon- Desert. decision that sided with district The displays that were allowed challenges a 9th U.S. Circuit Court of administrators. to remain included a 40-foot Appeals ruling which declared that the The Thomas More Law Center, string of Tibetan prayer fl ags with cross violates the U.S. Constitution, and which is representing Bradley images of Buddha hung across a it came the same day dozens of people Johnson, fi led the appeal on Jan. classroom, a poster with Hindu turned out for a support rally at the 24. According to his attorneys, leader Mahatma Gandhi’s “7 Social foot of the monument. Johnson had been using red, Sins”; a poster of Muslim leader “Let’s put an end to these at- Cal Thomas white and blue banners with the Malcolm X; a poster of the Bud- tacks on memorials that bring pain phrases “In God We Trust,” “One dhist leader the Dalai Lama; and to veterans, and go back to celebrat- Nation Under God” and “God Bless a poster containing the lyrics of ing and respecting what these sol- America” for more than 20 years. John Lennon’s anti-religion song diers have done for our country,” Even though Johnson taught “Imagine,” which begins, “Imagine said Kelly Shackelford, president Uʛ£Ê >̈œ˜>ÞÊ math he was allowed to display there’s no heaven.” and CEO of Liberty Institute. -ޘ`ˆV>Ìi`Ê œÕ“˜ˆÃÌ the banners because of a 30-year- After fi ling the suit, Johnson won During the rally Liberty Institute old school district policy allowing his case at the trial level when feder- attorneys offered details of the me- teachers to maintain classroom al District Judge Robert T. 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‘Dupability Index’ provides more realistic view of society During an election year there’s complicated. But it makes their One moment it’s a ing effect. a little to put the “entitlement ge- no shortage of experts and assorted point in a fresh way. calamity or disaster, Four years ago Cali- nie” back in the bottle. With big pundits who are eager to tell us I believe there is a simpler way then the next day we fornians were sold budget cuts coming to the USA, it what’s really going on in our world. to fi gure out what’s going on in have forgotten every- “high speed rail” as a could be a long, hot and violent This time there are new discussions America today. It’s something I thing. For example, job-creating plan. So summer. about various trends, forecasts, will call “The Dupability Index”. just a little over a year far the only jobs cre- We are very close to a point polls and prognostications geared This idea of mine is not a deeply ago everyone was con- ated have been for where more than half of all Ameri- to either get people excited about researched, scientifi c term, but cerned about Japan people running the cans get some sort of goodies from certain candidates and issues or to I believe it may be more clearly after the quake and show, still all theory Uncle Sam. Around 49.5 percent to intentionally cause frustration and understood than many others. devastating tsunami. and estimated to cost be exact. And about 47 percent of lack of participation in the process. And it’s certainly a major factor Before long it was off more than double, our fellow citizens don’t pay federal One term having renewed use in our culture. the front pages, web Mark Larson $100 billion-plus, the income taxes. Those numbers add is the “Misery Index.” The name What is dupability? First, let’s and TV news, even as election year estimate. up to another important word: Un- has its roots back in the Lyndon review the root word: dupe. The today the recovery struggles con- San Diego voters even approved sustainable. Johnson administration with Ar- World English Dictionary describes tinue for those in the midst of the the measure because they were I’m not surprised that Ameri- thur Okun, LBJ’s chairman of the a dupe (noun) as “a person who mess. duped into thinking employment cans often fall for promises and Council of Economic Advisors. is easily deceived” and “a person You can think of this as a “Na- would explode and access to the schemes. The Bible warns about His formula assessed the impact who unwittingly serves as the tool tional Attention Defi cit Disorder” trains would be easy, even though false teachers and people who of adding the infl ation and un- of another person or power.” too. We are so busy with everyday the planned rail service would nev- become “right in their own eyes,” employment rates together. In his There are variations of the word: needs, trying to rise from the reces- er reach San Diego. changing defi nitions on whims 1980 campaign, Ronald Reagan duper, dupable, undupable and, sion and make ends meet that it’s Remember the woman on net- and trying to defi ne what “truth” made the concept of the Misery of course, dupability. quite easy and understandable that work television saying her candi- means. Satan has to love it when Index a winning issue, tying the I will defi ne my concept of this the appearance of any new “shiny date should be elected because the sheer volume of such things number to his “Are you better off American Dupability Index as an infl u- object” will attract our immediate she’d never have to worry about causes us to fall for anything or now than you were four years ago?” ential collection of bits and pieces attention. It’s like the dog “Dug” in paying her mortgage or getting gas simply drop out of the events that question, regarding Jimmy Carter’s of news (fact and fable), celebrity the animated movie “Up.” He’s very for her car? It would all just hap- surround us. presidential performance. gossip, a lack of understanding of focused until—“SQUIRREL!!!”— pen, magically. We laughed about This sounds like a nightmare, but The Young America’s Founda- basic government and economics, something less important gets all such extremes, but now our Dupa- I truly hope and pray we now real- tion recently issued their updated and a growing obsession with grab- the attention. bility Index shows that more adults ize it’s time for a wake up call, get- “Youth Misery Index.” pointing bing “free” benefi ts from govern- Political candidates of every par- who ought to know better are right ting our country out of the fog of out that unemployment for young ment. The index is not limited to ty—and their “handlers”)—really in sync with her thinking. dupability—before it’s too late. people is much worse than the these things. In fact, every day new know how to exploit America’s du- national average. Adding that tidbits funnel into this national pability factor. Unsustainable promises rate of 17.4 percent to the aver- mindset, causing distortion and Think about the last national Dependency on government Larson is a veteran Southern Cali- age graduating student debt of making poor choices and alliances. election in 2008. Hundreds of mil- benefi ts has reached all-time highs fornia radio/television personality $26,300 (shortened to 26.3 for the lions of dollars were spent selling in our country, and if we want to and media consultant. He can be formula) and attaching that to the Attention disorders candidates and causes, and 2012 see where that can lead us in the heard daily in San Diego on KCBQ national debt per capita ($46,900 The 24/7 news cycle doesn’t will set new records. Distorted, neg- future, here’s one word: Greece. In 1170AM from 6 to 9 a.m., and on or 46.9)—their index number is a help. The most important stories ative advertising is now increasing that country people riot and burn KPRZ 1210AM from 2 to 4 p.m. E- whopping 90.6. Shocking and, yes, in our world come and go so fast. precisely because it creates a dup- businesses when politicians try even mail: [email protected]. The myth of tolerance: Judge deems Prop. 8 supporters bigots Eighteen years ago, when the has happened. Even so, I did not one man and one the radical left as they highest court crammed same-sex radical gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, imagine that such pernicious woman. joyfully dismantle the marriage down voters’ throats by and transgender legal agenda was politically correct bigotry would Reinhart rejected foundations of our refusing to stay its opinion until we just beginning to appear on the come upon us so soon and from, the four reasons culture. could vote to approve Proposition American landscape, I wrote “The of all places, the poisoned pen of proponents offered And, unfortunately, 8, unnecessarily creating several Myth of Tolerance,” a speech for a federal judge. because he believed it is working. months of same-sex marriages in the president of a conservative On Feb. 7 Judge Stephen Rein- they did not provide California. organization. The premise was hardt issued a legal opinion that a “rational basis” for Manufactured ‘right’ that this emerging special interest brazenly declared, in essence, that supporting Proposi- The balance of his Rationale amiss group, which was then clamoring Californians who voted for Propo- tion 8, specifi cally the opinion fairs no bet- It is a small comfort that the 9th for acceptance and tolerance, sition 8 could only have done so following: furthering ter. Judge Reinhart Circuit is the most reversed federal would—once they obtained because they were irrational big- California’s interest Dean Broyles ruled that Proposition circuit of all. In that regard, Judge recognition and power, along ots. In sweeping aside 5,000 years in childrearing and 8 is unconstitutional Reinhardt, a Carter appointee, is with their secular-progressive of history, social science and com- responsible procreation, proceed- because it takes away an existing the most “distinguished” of the friends—wield extreme intoler- mon sense, Reinhardt announced ing with caution before making “right”—the right to apply the term bunch, having the distinction of ance against those from whom that voters did not have a rational signifi cant changes to marriage, “marriage” to same-sex couples. being the most reversed judge on they had recently requested tol- basis for declaring that marriage is protecting religious freedom and Strangely, although Reinhardt did the 9th Circuit. What will the U.S. erance. And that is exactly what defi ned as a relationship between preventing children from being not decide that same-sex marriage Supreme Court do with the case? taught about same-sex marriage is a constitutional right, he asserts My informed opinion at this point in schools. He also found it signifi - it is the taking away of an exist- is that if they accept the appeal, cant that California’s homosexu- ing right which violates the Equal Reinhardt’s dark opinion will be re- als had, by statute, already been Protections Clause. (See Romer v. versed 5-4, assuming no changes on granted all of the rights of mar- Evans, the 1996 6-3 U.S. Supreme the current court. Publishers: Lamar & Theresa Keener riage, just not the nomenclature Court decision employing legal Just like Judge Walker’s bogus Managing Editor: Lori Arnold “marriage.” theories to strike down a Colorado 2010 opinion declaring Proposi- After insulting the voters’ men- amendment which prohibited laws tion 8 unconstitutional, Judge Proofreading: Cassie LaFollette tal state, Reinhart then, in essence, granting special protection to ho- Reinhardt’s opinion is a result des- Advertising: Scott Coyle EVANGELICAL proceeded to declare supporters of mosexuals). If he is right, our dem- perately looking for a rationale. Un- Calendar/Classifi eds: Brittany Keener PRESS ASSOCIATION traditional marriage homophobic ocratic republic is dead. Judges now fortunately for Reinhardt, the ratio- Copyright © 2012 Selah Media Group bigots. In his world, since the four control America and the legislative nale to redefi ne marriage cannot The Christian Examiner, formerly known as the Christian Times and fi rst established in 1983, is an above stated reasons for man-wom- powers of the people and their rep- be found in the facts or legitimate in de pen dent Christian news pa per pub lished monthly by Selah Media Group with an audience of Evan- an marriage were illegitimate and resentatives are greatly diminished constitutional analysis. It is rather gel i cal Christians. It is available in fi ve regional editions throughout Southern California and Northwest because Californians could not pos- if not destroyed. an illegitimate fabrication of his Washington. In Minnesota, the paper is called the Minnesota Christian Chronicle. All our regional news- sibly have had any other valid reason Part of Reinhart’s rationale fantasy. For radical activist judges papers are available without charge at Christian book stores, churches, and Christian businesses. Mail to uphold traditional marriage, was that before Proposition 8 like Reinhart, the end justifi es the sub scrip tions are $19.95/year. The com bined press run monthly is 174,000 copies. voters must have voted in favor of was passed in November 2008, means—even if the foundations of The Christian Examiner welcomes press releases and news of interest that is relevant to our readership. Proposition 8 because they are big- same-sex couples could “marry” our democratic republic are under- All unsolicited material is subject to the approval of the publishers and is not returned. ots. as a result of the State Supreme mined in the process. Viewpoints expressed in the Christian Examiner are those of their respective writers, and are not neces- Although he tried to soft-pedal Court opinion—even if for only As I tragically predicted 18 years sarily held by the publishers. his sweeping defamation, it is clear 143 days after the California Su- ago, it is now open season for those Advertising in the Christian Examiner is open to anyone desiring to reach the Christian community. Reasonable Reinhart believes 52 percent of vot- preme court created a new legal who once cried for “tolerance” to effort is made to screen potential advertisers, but no endorsement of the publishers is implied or should be ing Californians in 2008 must have “right” to same-sex marriage. be bitterly mean to Christians and inferred. The publishers can accept no responsibility for the products or services offered through adver tise- secretly harbored anti-gay animus. According to Reinhardt, Proposi- all supporters of traditional mar- ments. The publisher reserves the right to refuse any ad ver tis ing. Clearly, the left no longer requires tion 8 took away this short-lived riage. Deadline for submission of ad copy, calendar events, and articles is the 15th of the month preceding tolerance or any attempt to debate “right,” in a way that violated publication for the San Diego edition and the 18th for the other editions. important issues on the merits with legal principles annunciated in Broyles is the president of the Address all correspondence to: Christian Examiner, P. O. Box 2606, El Cajon, CA 92021 facts and logic. It is so much easier Romer. However, what Reinhardt Escondido-based National Center to demonize and silence the oppo- failed to acknowledge is that the for Law and Policy, a non-profi t legal Phone (619) 668-5100 • Fax: (619) 668-1115 • E-mail: [email protected] sition by calling us hateful bigots. 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Komen caves: An object lesson for all of us Komen for the pretense to pursue women who have abortions.” Planned Parenthood’s bucket. As Tim even now. Let Komen know that Cure’s stunning rever- civil discourse. Second, Komen’s stated policy Stanley of the UK Telegraph pointed you appreciated what they did to sal to fund Planned And it’s a tragedy was not to contribute to organiza- out, Komen for the Cure’s annual de-fund Planned Parenthood and Parenthood after all, that Komen for the tions under investigation. Well, grant made up a mere .058 percent of that you are horrifi ed that they has an important les- Cure caved. Because Planned Parenthood is under Planned Parenthood’s budget! didn’t have the courage to stick to son for us all. all of the rational ar- Congressional investigation for po- So what is this all about? Look their convictions. No doubt you guments were on their tentially misusing federal funds— friends, Komen is the kind of re- Here is the lesson for us in all of watched the unfold- side. funds that by law may not be used spectable and mainstream partner this: We must have the courage of ing drama of the Su- First of all, Planned for abortions. In 2010, the organi- that Planned Parenthood desper- our convictions. Remember, cour- san G. Komen for the Parenthood does zation received fully 46 percent of ately needs to continue its charade age is the fi rst of the cardinal vir- Cure foundation’s not perform mam- its funding—487 million dollars— that it is all about “women’s health.” tues, the virtue on which all others decision to de-fund Chuck Colson mograms, its doctors from government grants. And it and its friends will bully and depend. We must never cave when Planned Parent- simply provide breast Yet according to Planned Parent- shout down anybody who dares to it comes to defending the Truth, no hood—and then its stunning rever- cancer referrals. No wonder Ko- hood’s latest annual report, the disagree with them. matter what comes our way. sal. men for the Cure fi gured its money organization and its many affi li- What happened to Komen is a Just remember, we have no What you saw was a concerted, could be better spent on organiza- ates performed more than 329,000 perfect example of the despotism choice but to stand for what is true intentional effort by an ideological tions that provide direct treatment. abortions in 2010—or a full 91 per- of the modern left. Disagree with and just and to oppose evil no mat- minority—the radical pro-abortion And of course there’s the uncomfort- cent of services rendered to preg- them, they vilify you and seek to ter what the cost. forces—not just to make their case able link between breast cancer and nant women. intimidate you into silence. Tragi- in public, but to destroy the oppo- abortion. A 2009 study by the Fred It sure sounds to me that they’re cally, Komen caved. © 2012 Prison Fellowship. Re- sition. Using incendiary language, Hutchinson Cancer Research Center fl outing the law. As I’ve been saying, we must printed with permission. “Break- accusing Komen of endangering showed “a statistically signifi cant 40% Finally, this never was about the break the spiral of silence. That’s Point with Chuck Colson” is a radio the lives of women, they made no increased risk [of breast cancer] for money. Komen’s grant was a drop in why it is so important to speak out, ministry of Prison Fellowship. Losing liberty: A slippery slope that is an avalanche “Can the liberties of a nation be se- The bishops government from do- cure when we have removed a conviction weren’t fooled. After ing anything? This is that these liberties are the gift of God?” If the administration can initially expressing more than a slippery — Thomas Jefferson “cautious optimism” slope; this is an ava- over the administra- lanche and it threat- “The Constitution is not an instru- tion’s “first step in ens our most funda- ment for the government to restrain the get away with this, there the right direction,” mental rights, without people; it is an instrument for the people they issued a state- which we morph into to restrain the government -- lest it come ment, reports the Wall something other than to dominate our lives and interests.” Street Journal, saying the America we have — Patrick Henry will be no stopping it. they still have “serious Cal Thomas known. moral concerns” and Responding to the Liberty is always tenuous. Those cannot support the announced president’s remarks in which he who enjoy it seem to be a minor- oversight) and state governments of Roman Catholic bishops by ex- compromise, despite the fact that pulled back on his insurance com- ity in the world. That’s why liberty already play this role and have for a cusing Catholic institutions from many thousands of religious insti- pany mandate, Amy Ridenour, must not only be preserved by time. According to the Guttmacher paying for contraceptives and tutions will be exempted from the chair of the National Center for those who currently benefi t from Institute, “Some 28 states have “morning-after” pills for their em- mandate. Public Policy Research, weighing it; it must also be fought for and mandated coverage of birth control ployees? Not exactly. The president This issue was always about more in on the cost of providing contra- constantly renewed for future and 20 of those have some sort of disingenuously shifted the burden than contraceptives and who pays ceptive benefi ts, said, “Here’s the generations, because there are exemption for religious employ- to insurance companies, which for them. It is about individual problem: The ‘savings’ substantially always those who wish to restrict ers.” New York and California are have now been ordered to offer liberty and whether the govern- comes from pregnancy avoidance. or eliminate our freedoms. among the 28. But do we really want the pills “free” to any employee ment under “Obamacare” has the That’s what religious-based oppo- The Obama administration’s government to continue to take who wants them. constitutional right to dictate to nents of the birth control/early ham-fi sted attempt to require that the place of individual conscience? Nothing is “free.” The cost will private businesses and church- abortifacient mandate objected to contraceptives and abortifacients Should government continue to eventually be added to the price of related entities when such orders in the fi rst place.” be offered to employees of Catholic dictate to its citizens how to order the policies, which the employer violate conscience and religious There are two possible remedies: and other religious institutions is and conduct their lives? will wind up paying for anyway. beliefs. Would the administration A decision expected this spring by a serious threat to our civil liber- But wait. Didn’t President The cost will then be passed along also order a conscientious objector the Supreme Court that Obam- ties. Yes, federal (through EEOC Obama give in to the concerns to the employee. to engage in combat? It’s the same acare is unconstitutional, or a com- principle. plete repeal of the health-care law, If the administration can get which would require a Republican away with this, there will be no stop- Congress and a Republican presi- Gingrich not suitable for president studies to teach the new SB-48 cur- Library turns down ping it. If government can force an dent. Many Americans are opposed riculum to 5-year-olds through 12th family-friendly DVD donations insurance company or institution What other liberties does the to electing Newt Gingrich for graders. Obviously this is an over- Recently I tried to donate unopened to pay for a birth-control pill or a Obama administration want to president because he has shown sight of our entire state Legislature DVDs to the county library system, but morning-after pill, it can, under the subvert? In his Super Bowl Sunday multiple times to be incapable of and Moonbeam governor. they would not allow these titles to be same authority, conceivably force interview with NBC’s Matt Lauer, upholding his sacred marriage Furthermore, no one responsible put into circulation. them to pay for a euthanasia pill for President Obama appeared to com- covenant between himself, his past for teaching the homosexual cur- The DVDs included the 1994-95 those others have deemed unfi t to plain about the Founding Fathers, wives and with God. riculum to school children seems complete TV series “Christy,” star- live. whom he suggested, “...designed a When he was cheating on his to know any negative aspects about ring Kellie Martin and Tyne Daly. It Too extreme? Most inhuman- system that makes it more diffi cult fi rst wife, he was running for Con- the lifestyle or its historical fi gures. was based on the best-selling book ities begin with extremes. What is to bring about change that I would gress on the slogan, “Let Our Fam- Apparently homosexuality is the by Catherine Marshall; the 2000 to stop the government from such like sometimes.” It’s called the sep- ily Represent Your Family,” (See magical, mystery, fairytale lifestyle. Christy TV movie “Return to Cutter behavior? If the Constitution’s aration of powers, Mr. President, Google “High Infi delity Gingrich” Teachers unions, which support Gap,” starring Lauren Lee Smith; protection of religious freedom is and it was created to protect the to learn more). the gay agenda, don’t appear to be the 2002-05 “F.B.Eye” TV series, to be annulled, along with the al- nation from a dictatorial executive How disgusting. worried about the lack of teachers starring Deanne Bray and based on ready voided “endowed” right to branch. We must not elect a president credentialed in homosexual stud- the true story of Sue Thomas, a per- life written into the Declaration who can not uphold his sacred mar- ies. The ignorance of teaching son from the deaf community who of Independence, by what moral © 2012 Tribune Media Services, riage oath of fi delity and trust to his homosexual studies in public is be- worked for the FBI; and “When or legal authority can anyone stop Inc. past wives and to God, as this clearly yond indoctrination, it borders on Comedy Was King,” a 1960 histori- shows that he can not uphold his religion. The people who want to cal documentary of the silent fi lm oath of offi ce to us, to protect us push this curriculum want children era. and instill our trust in him. to worship homosexuals. I was told the “limited inter- Erich G. Lukas Teachers are supposed to know est” of the titles did not justify the Perkasie, Penn. something about the topics they staff time to repackage and catalog teach, and yet it appears that Cali- them, even though the library al- The new homosexual curriculum fornia teachers are unqualifi ed to ready had two companion movies Where are all the credentialed teach homosexual studies to the “Return to Cutter Gap.” experts who are going to teach Cali- The real truth about the often- If you disagree write Library Di- fornia’s children about homosexu- violent lifestyle is that it has the rector Jose Aponte and Deputy Di- ality? Teachers are credentialed in lowest lifespan of any lifestyle in the rector Donna Ohr, you can send a math, science, English, history, the nation. letter to them at San Diego County, arts and other structured studies I pray for and pity the sick fools MS 070, 5560 Overland Ave., Ste. and disciplines, but there are not who have done this to children. 110, San Diego, CA 92123. enough teachers, to my knowledge, Raymond Saenz Ralph Simpson with credentials in homosexual Valley Center, Calif. Lemon Grove, Calif. 8 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • March 2012 SD www.christianexaminer.com

SKYLINE… the church members as they leave Skyline Church fast facts the familiar confi nes of the their Continued from page 1 temporary auditorium for a larger • Affi liated with the Wesleyan • Zoning and property rights venue. Because of the increased ca- was a most challenging project.” denomination. issues along with environ- pacity, the church will switch from With all of those issues fi nally • Founded in 1954 at the corner mental, topographical and three to two services each Sunday. beyond the people of Skyline, the of Skyline Drive and Jamacha bureaucratic challenges “Change always causes uneasi- congregation will celebrate its fi rst in Lemon Grove. delayed development of ness, but we are prepared and set the property for years while services in its $12 million worship • Founding pastor Orval to evangelize and disciple,” he said. center March 4th. Butcher served from 1954 to costing millions of dollars for Skyline will do so immediately by “It is not only a date for us, but 1981. compliance. Skyline’s reloca- launching a new Hispanic church, we also consider it a command- tion received the dubious title which will use the 200-seat Pastor • Notable staff members in the ment,” Garlow said. of “America’s Most Diffi cult Butcher Chapel, named for found- early years included Derric Pastor Jim Garlow has led Skyline The pastor was referring to the word Church Relocation.” ing pastor Orval Butcher, who died Johnson, Jimmy Johnson and Church through an onerous relocation play on the opening date, a bit of sym- last year. Otis Skillings • Current pastor Jim Garlow project that was initiated under former bolism detected by a church member. succeeded Maxwell in 1995. pastor John Maxwell more than 25 “We March 4th from this building,” • Second pastor John Maxwell years ago. Community outreach said a giddy Garlow, who has led the served from 1981 to 1995. • Relocated to new property The church will also convert its home but also with her treatments congregation since 1995, inheriting • Relocation efforts began in and opened Family Center on former worship space on the fi rst in Mexico and Houston, Texas. the building project initiated by his the mid ‘80s with the purchase new campus in 2000. fl oor of the original building into “They are in there fi ghting for predecessor John Maxwell. “We want of a large plot of land in • Current weekly attendance of a student center complete with a her,” he said. to love people in the name of Jesus.” Rancho San Diego. 2,500. skate park, half-court basketball That mission is clearly evi- and large café. The conversion will dent in every aspect of the new A resilient bunch be completed in just a matter of 58,000-square-foot facility, begin- his sleeve, Garlow and his team infused and told them he was done. Even as she was undergoing treat- days since everything was prefabri- ning with the traditional corner- much of the worship center project “Finally the whole journey had ment, Garlow helped lead pastors cated. The children’s department, stone. Unlike conventional founda- in symbolic touches from carefully se- taken a toll,” he said. across California in the successful to be located on the fourth fl oor of tion stones in which the names of lected boulders, a tribute prayer room, But the next morning he was effort to pass Proposition 8, which the original building, is under ren- the pastoral staff, board members stained glass panels depicting the life of back at work. changed the state constitution to ovation and will be called the Get and builders are often etched as a Christ and a majestic courtyard water “I guess I don’t how to quit,” he limit marriage as between one man Real Center. historical remembrance, Skyline’s feature that serves as both a fountain said. and one woman. Since its 2008 pas- Although the shell of a new gym- piece boasts the simple phrase “Jesus and a baptismal. Although not fully healed from sage at the polls, Proposition 8 re- nasium/multipurpose room has is the Cornerstone” in rich Indian “We want to create a sense of rich that experience, Garlow continued mains in the courts. been completed, the interior im- mahogany. The cornerstone plaque history,” he said. to lead his congregation with the “We’ve developed enormous re- provements are not expected to be includes the Scripture references of That history includes a heightened support of his staff, which he said siliency,” Garlow said of the three- fi nished until the fall. That center Isaiah 28:16, Zechariah 10:4, Ephe- sense of resiliency that was shaped in seemed to bounce back from the pronged battles over the build- will include exercise equipment sians 2:20 and 1 Peter 2:6. The wrap- part by the congregation’s formidable legal issues easier than he had. ing expansion, Proposition 8 and and will be used for fi tness classes, around side panel features 11 bul- journey to get there. The delays and “What fi nally snapped me out of Carol’s cancer which is still being sports activities, training events and let points highlighting 26 phrases setbacks, particularly those associated it was June 20, 2007,” he said, the treated. The congregation also is banquets. The room will also have a depicting the character of Christ. with litigation surrounding the freeway day his wife, Carol, was diagnosed dedicating a Healing Wall in the kitchen to allow for the preparation Garlow’s dream is for every child in expansion, nearly caused Garlow to with stage four ovarian cancer. new worship center for Carol. of fellowship meals and receptions the congregation to memorize those give up. “I fl ew into action to try to save “I’m madly in love with my in the multipurpose room. The ath- characteristics of Christ. The night was Sept. 22, 2005, and the life of my wife,” he said. church,” Garlow said. “I want to be letic center will be opened up to he had received one more piece of For the next seven or eight here.” the community, and Garlow said he Steeped in symbolism bad news. months he focused primarily on While the opening of a new wor- anticipates the room will be booked Centering the project on Jesus “It was not a big thing, but it Carol’s treatments while his staff ship center is a time for excitement, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays. was not just confi ned to the corner- was the last straw,” Garlow said. “I fi lled the vacuum at church and he acknowledges that the transi- “We are not going to be the least stone. thought, ‘I can’t do this anymore, supported the family not only at tion may be diffi cult for some of bit under-stimulated,” he said. As a student of church history and it’s too much.’” a pastor who wears his love of Jesus on So he gathered his family around The stage story of Jesus’ life. A large stage for performing The stone “Healing Wall,” arts with state-of-the-art audio and along the back wall of the Atrium, video equipment is located within provides a place for prayer and the auditorium. Below the stage is patterned after Jerusalem’s an- is a video editing suite and small cient “Wailing Wall.” Parishioners recording studio. may use nearby kiosks to write down their prayer requests be- The Café and Study fore placing them in the cracks Adjacent to the Atrium, the of the wall, which is dedicated to Café will offer food and bever- Carol Garlow, the pastor’s wife. ages and serve as a gathering On Christmas Day, contractors spot. Beyond the Café is an had Carol—unaware that the extension called “The Study,” wall would be dedicated to her— which was created for quieter install the fi rst stone. Nearby, conversations and small group Our Father’s House of Prayer, a The cornerstone is a distinct focal point of Skyline’s new worship center. The wrap- small room set aside for prayer, around side panel features numerous phrases depicting the character of Christ. meetings. The Study will feature historical artifacts that Garlow is dedicated in honor of Charles has collected over his decades Butcher, Melvin Maxwell and Bur- of studies and travels on church tis Garlow, the fathers of Skyline’s history. The Mezzanine level three senior pastors. Helping Hearts Heal offers more café seating and a “It’s in honor of godly father- meeting area with a sweeping ing,” Garlow said. The 200-seat Pastor Butcher Chapel Foster Parents needed view of the fountain and sur- The entrance light pendant has features a 12-foot wooden cross rounding hillsides. 33 lights representing each year brought over from the Lemon Grove property. Butcher had equipped the of Jesus’ life, and a tapestry cre- cross with a backlight that was lit The Atrium ated by the congregation features whenever someone was brought to An expansive foyer with a 45- their answers to the phrase “Faith Christ. foot ceiling, the Atrium can be Is …” used for receptions and coffee- Grove location. Pews were pur- house-style concerts that can seat The Family Room chased and shipped from a Geor- up to 300. One of the Atrium walls Tucked behind the study, the gia church. will boast an art feature using 12 Family Room is set up with so- bricks that former pastor John fas, love seats and rugs, and walls The interior Bell Tower Maxwell purchased more than 25 lined with fl at screen televisions Adjacent to the chapel are 12 years ago from Wesley Chapel in so that families with small chil- bells collected from old churches London. The foundation stones dren are able to view the service and schoolhouses across America. date back to the 1700s and be- with their children. The instruments are positioned came available after a renovation on beams that run across the 35- of Wesley Chapel. Pastor Butcher Chapel foot high ceiling. Rope pulls will Jehovah Jireh, “The Lord will provide.” Genesis 22:14 “It’s a rich tie with our heri- Named for the founding pas- allow their use for weddings, fu- tage with John Wesley and the tor, the 200-seat traditional cha- nerals and calls to worship. Wesleyan revival, or the evangeli- pel is designed to host weddings, Rancho Jireh cal awakening, that took place in funerals and other small events. It The Patio England in the 1700s,” Garlow includes a refurbished cross that The large gathering area out- Foster Homes says on a video tour of the facility. Butcher designed to light every side of the Atrium and chapel of- Also featured in the Atrium are time someone came to know the fers an outdoor patio area with ta- Please call for information 14 stained glass windows wrapped Lord through the church’s minis- bles, chairs and umbrellas. There in cherry wood and backlit by tries. The beams were also created will also be a Welcome Garden Toll-free (866) 275-7534 LED panels. Suspended by cables, to resemble the original beams in with fruit trees, lampposts and www.ranchojirehfosterhomes.com the 10-foot tall windows depict the the fi rst sanctuary at the Lemon benches. www.christianexaminer.com SD March 2012 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • 9 Skyline Church’s new worship center cloaked in symbolism By Lori Arnold The throne of God Perhaps the most spectacular LA MESA — At 58,000 square outside element is the Revelation feet, the new worship center at Fountain designed by Dan Grant, Skyline Church is much more than Skyline’s executive pastor. brick and mortar. From the begin- “The Lord gave this to Dan ning of its design stages, Pastor Jim Grant,” Garlow said. Garlow, the church’s lead pastor, Based on Revelation 4, the fountain sought to create an environment— is steeped in symbolism, including a inside and out—that points people shallow wading pool that quickly dries to Christ through Scripture and his- to allow the pastoral staff to approach tory. The result is a mesmerizing at- an elevated baptismal pool. Garlow tention to details. said the dry wading pool symbolizes The outside elements include the dry ground and is a nod to several three gigantic boulders that came passages in Revelation in which God from blue granite which had to be is said to wipe away all tears, while blasted away from the construction the small fountain that feeds the pool site. The boulders feature the words represents the Holy Spirit. “Ebenezer,” “Glory” and “The In the middle of the pool is the Lord’s Temple.” Ebenezer refers to fountain which shoots 15 feet into the passage in I Samuel 7:12, which the air and which Garlow calls the says, “Thus far the Lord has helped “epicenter of the water feature.” It us.” The glory passage comes from represents the throne of God and is Ezekiel 11:23, “The glory of the surrounded by four large boulders, Lord went up from within the city representing the Christology of the and stopped above the mountain Three massive blue granite boulders will greet churchgoers with engraved scripture references, each marking a specifi c Son: the ox, eagle, lion and the face theme relevant to the journey Skyline church has taken to fi nally complete a new worship center after decades of planning. east of it.” The current Skyline cam- of man. The basin includes touches pus is located on a hillside east of of jasper and carnelian, which were the original Lemon Grove site. The prepared by a stone mason who at- fi nal boulder cites Isaiah 2:2 and its tends the church. The throne pool reference to the “mountain of the is surrounded by several cement Lord’s temple will be established as and light arcs, which represent a the highest of the mountains.” rainbow. The fi rst arch surround- ing the throne of God has seven Walk of faith fountains, representing the seven Another prominent outdoor spirits of God, while the outer ring feature is the Heritage Walk, a con- has 24 fountains and lights, repre- crete and tiled walkway that stretch- senting the 24 elders. The elder es 24 inches in width and 290 feet fountains are at ground level and in length. The titles feature the spray water up into the throne of etched names of nearly 350 of the God, an artistic interpretation of top leaders of church history from the elders bowing before God. biblical times to the present. Gar- The six steps on each side of the low, with the help of a church mem- wading pool that lead to the baptis- ber, spent about a year researching mal pool represent God’s number the names to be featured. Among for humanity. those on the list include Adam and “That’s the best we can do as hu- Eve, other Old and New Testament mans,” Garlow said. leaders and modern day leaders The baptismal pool is seven feet such as Dr. James Dobson and the from both the throne of God and late D. James Kennedy, founder of Holy Spirit fountains, representing Coral Ridge Ministries. Representa- the father’s number for perfection. tives from all six continents are in- The entire fountain feature is The Revelation Fountain, with 57 water jets, is a symbolism-rich tribute to Revelation 4 and greets everyone heading into cluded in the tiled tribute. 40 feet from the entrance of the the new worship center. It will also serve as a wading pool and baptismal. “What they did, we stand on their church, representing the testing of shoulders because of their faith,” Christ when he spent 40 the wilder- was diagnosed with stage four ovar- ness, the 2,000-seat auditorium, of moveable chairs adjacent to the Garlow said. “We want to properly ness and the 40 years the Israelites ian cancer in 2007. Although still which can be expanded to 2,500 for stage, sloped theater and stadium honor them, and their stories must spent in exile in the desert. undergoing treatments in Hous- future growth, was designed to re- seats. Special elevated box seating be told.” ton, Carol Garlow laid the founda- fl ect warmth and an intimacy with increases visibility for wing seats on Children will have their own sto- Transcendence of God tional stone in the Healing Wall on the Lord. Architects equipped the the outer sides of the space. The ries, thanks to a preschool play yard Inside the building, the symbol- Christmas Day, not knowing that auditorium with special curtains moveable seating will allow for din- that features a tiled biblical time- ism continues. The Atrium, which the wall would be dedicated to her. and lighting so that it can be “sized ner theater events. line that will also serve as a tricycle Garlow calls a hub of the facility, down” for events as small as 400 “Every seat is impeccably de- Versatile auditorium path. The time-line uses a font and features 24-foot arched glass doors people. signed, so there is no bad seat,” the illustrations that look as if children and a 45-foot ceiling. Large picture While the Atrium stresses vast- The auditorium features a mix pastor said. created them. windows and wide corridors to the Pastor Butcher Chapel and the church Café create an open feel, which Garlow said was intended to Celebration of Freedom Dinner represent the transcendent nature of God. An Evening with Advocates for Faith & Freedom “It was designed to make you feel as insignifi cant as possible, to make you realize He is God and you are not,” Thursday, April 26, 6:30 p.m. Garlow said. South Coast Winery, Temecula Two large columns inside the Atrium are named Boaz and Jachin, after the Engage the culture and hear from the lawyers on the frontlines two architectural features on the porch who are your voice in the courts. Learn about: of Solomon’s temple, as chronicled in 1 Kings 7:21. s0ROPOSITIONANDTHEDEFENSEOFMARRIAGE7HATSNEXT “We were stunned to fi nd our col- s4HELATESTFROMTHEPUBLICSCHOOLSANDTHE#4! umns are the same height,” Garlow said. s3O CALLEDhGENDERLIBERATIONvCHILDRENCANCLAIMTHEIROWNGENDER In addition to serving as a foyer for s4HE0ARENTAL.OTIlCATION)NITIATIVEREQUIRESDOCTORSTONOTIFYAPARENTBEFORE PERFORMINGANABORTIONONAGIRLUNDERAGE Robert Tyler Jennifer Monk its services, the Atrium is also designed General Counsel Associate s%FFORTTOREPEAL3"LAWREQUIRESTEXTBOOKSTOBEREWRITTENTOINDOCTRINATE to hold intimate concerts and can seat General Counsel STUDENTS Murrieta-based Advocates for Faith & up to 300 people. s0AYCHECK0ROTECTION)NITIATIVEPROHIBITSTHEGOVERNMENTFROMDEDUCTING Freedom is a non-profi t law fi rm dedicated UNIONDUESFROMGOVERNMENTEMPLOYEEPAYCHECKS to protecting religious liberty in the courts. The Healing Wall The Atrium also includes the Tickets: $40. Reserve online at https://www.faith-freedom.com/celebration-freedom. Healing Wall, a tribute to Israel’s Wailing Wall. Dedicated to Gar- For more information, contact Lori Sanada at 1-888-588-6888 or email [email protected]. low’s wife, Carol, the wall allows people to write prayer requests on paper and slip them into the wall’s 14 stained glass windows wrapped in cracks. Carol Garlow, who heads cherry wood and backlit by LED panels the church’s prayer ministry, has line the Atrium. Suspended by cables, been the benefi ciary of intense the 10-foot tall windows depict the congregational prayers since she story of Jesus’ life. 10 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • March 2012 SD www.christianexaminer.com Abused children fi nd refuge at residential ministry

By Patti Townley-Covert Protective Service units from Riv- the table every morning at 6:45. erside, San Bernardino, Orange, When they get out of school, they TEMECULA — When their San Diego and Imperial counties. need to know their home parents mom said, “let’s go to the park,” In addition to its Rancho Jireh will be there waiting for them. her three kids jumped at the foster family agency, Thessalonika The consistent meeting of basic chance to play outside. Even also has community group homes life needs makes the children feel better, once they got there, she through its Rancho Damacitas safe and secure. That, he said, offered to go across the street to program. Although a haven for frees up a child’s mind to think buy ice cream cones. children, the facility is not always about healing. It’s only when But, she never came back. a welcome sight for them. the basics are taken care of that Authorities eventually discov- “We’re always perceived as children can start to talk about ered the abandoned children the bad guys,” Nunn said. “Our the abuse to their counselor, staff about a week or so later living in kids come to us angry, depressed and others. a bush where the eldest child, a and sometimes suicidal. That’s “We really spend a lot of our 10-year old girl, had been stealing because we’re created in such a time loving on the kids to help Doritos from a nearby mini-mart way that there’s no greater bond them regain their self-esteem to feed her siblings. Brought to than parent to child. When that and self-perspective so they’ll un- Thessalonika Family Services by bond is broken, kids have a hard derstand, ‘I’m not trash,’’ Nunn local authorities, the 10-year-old time adjusting.” said. “Many of our kids have been was welcomed into one of six According to Nunn, maltreated told, ‘I wish you’d never been ministry-operated cottages, said children often believe they’re the Clifford Nunn, the director of development for Thessalonika Family Services, stands born.’ ‘You’re so worthless.’ A at the entrance to the ministry’s outdoor chapel. The area is the scene of many Clifford Nunn, the director of de- ones who did something wrong, outdoor gatherings, including staff interaction and prayer. Thessalonika operates the child raised on a steady diet of velopment. Her siblings initially with such refrains as “Had I only Rancho Damacitas group homes and the Rancho Jireh foster care program. negative messages doesn’t have went elsewhere. gotten an A on my report card, any idea of self-worth. And they Established more than 30 years Dad wouldn’t have locked me Part of the recovery process, lishing structure and routine. don’t have much hope for their ago, Thessalonika Family Services in the closet” or “Had I only not Nunn said, is to help them un- Abused children coming from future.” offers a variety of long-term care broken that dish, Mom wouldn’t derstand that they didn’t create lives fi lled with chaos and disor- and treatment for children as- have cut me with the glass” often the situation, adults did. der, the director said, need to Specialized love signed to social services or Child echoing in their young minds. Another focus involves estab- know that breakfast will be on Because each child is different, Nunn said their adjustment to life within a healthy family environ- ment also varies. Some children progress in 18 to 24 months so they can transition to Rancho Jireh’s foster care program, other foster care systems, reunifi ca- tion or Project Independence, a Thessalonika ministry for young adults transitioning to adulthood. But for others, the two-year time frame is not nearly enough. Some children stay three to four years. “Part of our philosophy is that our kids have suffered enough trauma,” he said. “So our goal, once they are here, is to really sink our talons into them and help them become part of our family.” Not surprisingly, the level of abuse suffered by a child impacts the pace of their recovery prog- ress. In one instance, a girl who got a bad grade on her report card was chained to a tree in her backyard and forced to wrestle with the dogs for food. “That’s horrifi c abuse,” Nunn said. So was the trauma of a young boy who didn’t want to wear shorts because his legs were so scarred from cigarette burns. “We see it all,” Nunn said. Each case is so different that Thessalonika uses individualized treatment plans to give each child their best chance at success, the di- rector said. Most need academic assistance, so an educational counselor, computer lab and tutors supplement the efforts of public schools. Play therapy and fi tness equipment are also pro- vided. Beyond offering the basics, ministry staff seek to provide any services that can help the kids live normal lives. In the case of the little boy with the scarred legs, for instance, Thessalonika partnered with a scar removal agency so he wouldn’t have to look at physical reminders of his abuse every day for the rest of his life.

Looking toward God At the center of their work, Thessalonika staff members also encourage children to develop their own relationship with God. Each cottage goes to the church of their choice. Nunn said, “We operate on the assumption that on Sundays we’re getting up and going to church,” Nunn said, adding that a Friday night youth group is also available.

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go to sleep reassures them that CHILDREN… they’re safe. Continued from last page A blue ribbon month In addition to dealing with shat- April is National Child Abuse tered personal relationships at Prevention month. Nunn said that the hand of their parents, Nunn the ministry encourages everyone said many of the children they to participate in raising awareness serve have a bad opinion of God by wearing blue ribbons. He’s also because a loving God would never available to speak to churches, have allowed their abuse. At fi rst, youth groups and service clubs. their involvement with church In addition, at 7:30 p.m. April is more social, but the hope is 27, Thessalonika is putting on “they’ll glean a deeper interest a fundraising concert featuring from their exposure.” musical group Phillips, Craig and The more Thessalonika can Dean. Revenue generated from the plug them into church, Nunn concert and other events makes it said, the more affi rmation and possible for ministry children to love of Christ they’ll experience. participate in extracurricular activi- “We also pray prior to meals ties such as band, choir, community and at bed time,” he said. “Many sports and summer camp. of our kids suffer from night ter- rors because that’s when a lot of For more information, in- the abuse happened.” cluding a needs list, visit Praying with them before they www.4kidsfi rst.org.

Bedrooms in the Rancho Damacitas cottages are spacious with two children to a room. The young residents contribute to the buildings upkeep with a series of chores. Rancho Damacitas is operated by Thessalonika Family Services, which was founded more than 30 years ago. 12 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • March 2012 SD www.christianexaminer.com San Diego ministry leader to coordinate global prayer day for children

By Lori Arnold the ages of 4 and 14. Myers is now a professor at Fuller Seminary. SAN DIEGO — The son of a preach- Three years later Dr. Dan Brew- er, Steve Karges, has had a passion for ster, a missiologist and then-pro- children’s ministry while barely out gram director with Compassion of childhood himself. When his dad’s International, presented an article church was missing an associate pastor, called “The 4/14 Window: Child his father tapped Steve to take on of- Ministries and Mission Strategies,” fi cial duties as children’s director while coining a phrase that has now be- he was still a sophomore in high school. come a movement. Then, as a young adult he “The 4 to 14 Window movement launched Children’s Ministry Inter- has no headquarters or formal or- national, a San Diego-based para- ganization,” Karges said of the non- church organization that helps re- denominational effort. “Everyone source Christian groups that reach who is involved with the movement out to children. does so because of their love of “It was something I was familiar Christ and the children. with because I had been in Sunday “Our action plan is to advocate for School all my life and had been worldwide Christian ministries to cre- raised around it by my parents,” ate global partnerships that transform Karges said of his resource ministry. lives in the 4 to 14 window.” So, last September, when more According to the Global Day web- than 1,000 people attended the site, there are 2.3 billion children 4/14 Window Global Summit in worldwide who are 14 and younger, Singapore, Karges gladly agreed to representing the largest unreached create and coordinate an interna- people group in the world. tional prayer day for children ages Although Karges was not familiar 4 to 14. with worldwide stats on unreached “During this decade you have a children when he started his min- window in a child’s life when they istry three decades ago, he said he are developing their moral and was determined to equip Christian spiritual foundation,” Karges said leaders to serve society’s smallest of the 4 to 14 reference. “Research- members. ers have found that this is a time In addition to training, advo- when children are more open and cacy and open resource sharing, receptive to the gospel.” Children’s Ministries International The global prayer event will be offers weekend kids retreats and held on 4/14. evangelism camps. “Our goal is to reach and invite “God planted that seed,” he said. one million Christians across the “He really gave me a love for chil- globe to pray for this 4 to 14 win- dren’s ministry. These kids’ hearts dow,” Karges said. “This will be are so open to the gospel, but they an annual event that we hope will are also open to other things as continue to grow around the world well. Our job as the church, our job so we can have a greater impact as Christians, is to be positive role on kids and families around the models, positive mentors to lead globe.” them to want to know Jesus Christ The 4 to 14 movement grew out as their Savior. Our goal is to help of research developed by Dr. Bry- kids make positive choices that will ant Myers, then director of World direct them down that straight and Vision’s MARC Ministries. In 1992, narrow path that will lead them to Myers released “The State of the Jesus.” World’s Children: A Cultural Chal- lenge to the Christian Mission in For more information on Global the 1990s” during an executive re- 4/14 Day, including promotional treat of the Evangelical Foreign Mis- resources, visit www.global414day. sion Association. His report found com. For more information on that 85 percent of people making Karges’ ministry, visit www.cmikids. a decision for Christ do so between com.

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Each year our school holds a had hit the jackpot! The Christian “Shadow Day” where we invite values and curriculum are of the students to visit our campus to at- highest standards. We love having tend chapel and “shadow” one of Christian teachers and administra- our current students. In preparation tors pouring into our daughter’s for that day we request our students life. She is known for whom she is, and parents to write about their not just a number.” experiences at Foothills Christian Julie, parent High School, and then we place their comments in a little pamphlet “FCHS has played a tremen- entitled, “What Students and Par- dous part in my academic and ents Say . . .” Here are a few com- spiritual growth. The teachers de- ments from this sire their students s WASCACCREDITED year’s booklet: t o succeed and go s 5P TO DATECOMPUTERLAB “The Christian beyond expecta- s "IBLICALLYBASEDACADEMICSTAUGHT s -USIC THEATREANDARTPROGRAMS “Attending tions and to help FROMA#HRISTIANWORLDVIEW s CIFSPORTS FCHS is a bless- values and those who need s #OLLEGEPREPCURRICULUM s 5#ANDNCAAAPPROVEDCOURSES ing. When I came it. The spiritual here, I was over- curriculum are life at Foothills is s -ULTIPLEHONORSANDADVANCED s !FFORDABLETUITION OFFERING joyed by how continuing to grow SCIENCECOURSES   ANDDAYPROGRAMS much the school of the highest through chapel, s 3MALLCLASSESWITHLOW s &INANCIALAIDAVAILABLE is based on Chris- ‘Battle Cry’, and STUDENT TO TEACHERRATIOS s %ARLYREGISTRATIONDISCOUNT tianity and suc- standards…” ‘Ecclesia’.” ceeding. FCHS Karris, Student has a wonder- Led Spiritual Clubs For more information, call 619-303-8035 ful environment ORVISITUSATwww.foothillsschool.net with a staff that has high goals to These few comments accu- make sure students are on track rately depict what we hope to mentally and spiritually. God is see happen in our students. They renowned. I can say that I have embody the school’s mission grown so much since my fresh- “to educate our students from man year.” a Biblically-based worldview in Sarah, student a Christian environment. Team- ing with parents and guardians, “We had been concerned for teachers, staff, students, and the years about what high school we body of Christ, we promote the would send our daughter to as there development of spiritual matu- are so few quality options. When rity, academic excellence, and Foothills Christian High School we found FCHS, we knew that we athletic achievement.” www.christianexaminer.comChristian Education Advertising Supplement SD March 2012 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • 15 A tradition of excellence at Christian Unified

Here is something to think our K-12 program. After elementary about: other than the home, a school, the students progress to an typical child will spend more time outstanding junior high school that in the classroom than anywhere prepares them for the rigors of stu- else. Most students spend seven dent life at Christian High School. hours a day, five days a week, Academically, CHS offers a wide nine months a year, for thirteen variety of Honors and Advanced of the first eighteen years of their Placement classes and cutting edge life at school. Without question, technology/media course to ensure the worldview and philosophies the process of continuing academic a student is exposed to at school enhancement. CHS graduates have will directly impact his life. That’s been accepted to prestigious uni- why an investment in a Christian versities like: Harvard, Stanford, education is one of the best deci- MIT, Air Force Academy, the Naval sions a parent can make. Academy, UC Berkeley, SDSU, The mission of Christian Unified Azusa Pacific, Westmont, and scores Schools of San Diego is to “train of other fine institutions of higher students to think, learn and live learning. from a Biblical worldview.” Our The CUSSD athletic program vision statement is as follows: “Stu- culminates in CIF competition in dents acquire a deep and personal eighteen sports. CUSSD has won knowledge of Christ and His Word, many conference and CIF cham- achieve the highest levels of Chris- pionships in a host of athletic tian scholarship, and accomplish venues. CUSSD also has a strong the eternal purposes for which God tradition of supporting the fine created them.” and performing arts. The award- Christian Unified’s two elemen- winning band, choral and drama tary schools, junior high school programs are an integral feature and high school give San Diego at Christian Unified. families several choices for a Christ- The Christian worldview, the centered, strong academic founda- strong academic formation, the safe tion under the nurture and care of nurture of a committed Christian a highly qualified and experienced faculty, the positive social opportu- faculty. Each elementary campus nities and a commitment to Chris- has library education, technology tian service through the various training, music, band and athlet- outreach initiatives are just a few ics. We also provide highly skilled of the reasons why Christian Uni- resource programs for students fied Schools has been successfully who need extra help throughout preparing students for 47 years.

Calvin exceeds state and national standards because North County families we teach to a higher standard; teaching the whole child from choose Calvin Christian a biblical worldview. For more than 50 For more than 50 years, Calvin “Most importantly for me and years, Calvin Christian Christian School has been a lead- my wife, they were taught in a way ing education choice for North San that beautifully integrated mastery has been partnering Diego County families. Calvin of subject matter into a bigger with North County partners with Christian families and picture – they graduated with a the nearly 100 local churches they well-informed biblical worldview.” Christian families and attend, to connect faith and learning Because Calvin strives to serve their local churches, for its students, preschool through entire families, students of all ability high school, and prepare each for a levels are accepted. Rigorous course- helping students life of Christ-centered service work and AP programs challenge top develop their God- Ted Hamilton, the Senior Pastor academic students, while students of New Life Presbyterian Church needing additional assistance and given gifts and talents. (PCA) in Escondido recently shared those with learning challenges are from his heart about his family’s supported through Calvin’s Student s Fine Arts Programs (Music, Art, Drama, Band, & more) experience at Calvin Christian. “It Improvement Program. was 2001 when God’s call on our North County families choose s Technology Classes including robotics lives resulted in a family relocation Calvin because of the innovative s Spanish begins in prekindergarten to north San Diego County. Both educational offerings that include s Singapore Math (elementary) my wife and I had been given the robotics and media classes, Span- privilege of attending excellent ish instruction beginning in pre- s CIF Athletics universities. So, a quality education kindergarten, and the Singapore s AP Classes Available was a top priority when we were Math curriculum for elementary choosing a Christian school for our students. Calvin students benefit s WASC Accredited children. We wanted them well from small class sizes and creden- s Credentialed, experienced, and committed teachers prepared to succeed in the college tialed, experienced, and committed or university of their choice. Calvin Christian teachers. s Need-based TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE Christian helped them do just that.” As Pastor Ted said, “If Calvin s Individual Classes Available to Homeschoolers Pastor Hamilton continued, Christian School sounds like it “Our kids were challenged in the would benefit your kids, give them classroom. In addition to the rig- a call to find out more. I know they Now Enrolling for the 2012-2013 School Year orous core curriculum, they were would welcome the opportunity to able to take a number of Advanced give you a campus tour and speak Preschool - 12th Grade Placement classes. Both of our with you about how Calvin Chris- FULL & PART-TIME OPTIONS for Preschool & Kindergarten children had wonderful opportuni- tian School might just be a great ties to participate in varsity sports, fit for your family -- like it was for student government, music and mine.” Visit our website, then come see for yourself. Call toll-free to schedule a tour. theatre; opportunities they sim- Call toll-free at 888-99-CALVIN WWWCALVINCHRISTIANESCONDIDOORGs   #!,6).   ply would not have had at other (888-992-2584) or visit www. schools. They had a ball at Calvin.” calvinchristianescondido.org. 16 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • March 2012 SD Christian Educationwww.christianexaminer.com Advertising Supplement

Calvary Christian Academy 1771 E. Palomar St. Chula Vista, CA 91913 (619) 591-2260 www.ccaknights.com

Calvary Christian Academy is a special place. In all we do, we aim for a Clas- sic Excellence, as seen in our Honors and AP courses, ethics and manners lessons and curriculum focused on sound biblical teaching. Our mission to teach “Simply Jesus, Superior Academics and Servant Leadership” is evident from Preschool through 12th grade. Visit our website for more information.

Calvin Christian School 2000 N. Broadway Escondido, CA 92026 (760) 489-6430 www.calvinchristianescondido.org

Calvin Christian School (preschool - 12th grade) in Escondido connects faith and learning for its students, preschool through high school, teaching the whole child from a biblical worldview and preparing each for a life of Christ- centered service. Calvin has been a leading education choice for Christian families residing in North San Diego County since 1961.

Christian Family Schools P.O. Box 460416 Escondido, CA 92046 (760) 752-8111 www.cfssd.org

Christian Family Schools of San Diego promotes private Christian homeschooling and oversees local support groups throughout SD County. CFS organizes events and activities available to members and non-members including our annual Homeschool Convention, Expo, featuring popular speakers and a large exhibit hall to assist in homeschooling curriculum needs. CFS encourages communication among private home education leaders through leadership meetings and training.

Distinctively different classical education

Horizon Prep’s Distinctively Dif- Exciting Extracurricular Enrichment ferent vision is “to prepare a genera- classes compliment a core curriculum tion of spiritually mature, academi- and provide a well-rounded educa- cally advanced, physically equipped, tional experience. and socially developed individuals Located in Rancho Santa Fe, for a life of opportunity and service Horizon Prep is recognized na- to the glory of God.” With Christ- tionwide for living its Vision. With Centered, Classi- annual events like cally Based, Aca- Spirit Run and Spir- demic Excellence, it Bowl, Horizon that vision becomes Prep students have reality. Where raised over $338,300 Currently serv- (in seven years) for ing approximately those in need: from 500 students (Pre- vision the Sudan (funding school – 8th Grade), a medical clinic and Horizon Prep is ac- becomes building homes), credited by WASC Haiti and Compas- and ACSI. For the sion International, last four years, Ho- reality. to projects closer to rizon Prep has been home such as Camp recognized as ”Best Julian Oaks, or- of” by the readers of Ranch & Coast phans in Mexico, and the Marines. Magazine (Best of Private School, 2009, Horizon Prep parents know their 2012; Best of Preschool, 2009-2012). children are receiving more than 1st – 8th Graders are instructed just a high-quality, academically in a strong Core Curriculum (Math, rigorous education with affordable Science, Language Arts, and His- tuition; competent, credentialed, tory), as well as Latin, Art, Music, teachers are nurturing them in a Spanish, Library, Technology, and loving environment with care and Sports. Resulting in Horizon Prep’s concern, focusing on character de- standardized test scores consistently velopment and service to make the in the Top 3% Nationwide (IOWA). world a better place. Preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten To attend a Horizon Prep Admis- students receive challenging, devel- sions Open House, there are two dates opmentally appropriate instruction. remaining for this year: March 8th and Horizon Prep’s literacy-based Kinder- April 19th. Presentation begins at 9:00 garten is the capstone experience of its a.m. in the Horizon Prep Library, 6233 three-year Early Education Program. El Apajo Road, Rancho Santa Fe. www.christianexaminer.comChristian Education Advertising Supplement SD March 2012 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • 17

Christian Unifi ed Schools Horizon Christian Academy 2100 Greenfi eld Dr.El Cajon, CA 92021 5331 Mt. Alifan Drive (619) 201-8888 San Diego, CA 92111 www.christianunifi ed.com (858) 244-0333 www.horizonchristianacademy.org Christian Unifi ed Schools has been offering a quality Christian education to families for more than four decades. With close to 1000 students on two Horizon Christian Academy (Preschool – 12th grade) is dedicated to serving campuses, CUSSD provides a fi rst class learning experience marked by aca- families who desire a Christ-centered education. Our vision is to win and demic excellence, a wide range of extra-curricular activities, and an ongoing, disciple students in Christ in preparation to send them into the world. Our Bible-based commitment to traditional family values. All Christian Unifi ed distinctives include championship athletics, AP and honors classes, outstanding Schools are accredited by ACSI and WASC. visual and performing arts, international program, power learning program, homeschooling program and more. Apply today!

City Tree Christian School Horizon Prep 320 Date St. 6233 El Apajo Rd. San Diego, CA 92101 Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92075 (619) 232-3794 (858) 756-5599 www.citytree.org www.horizonprep.org

City Tree Christian School, established in 1976, serves preschool school Horizon Prep (preschool - 8th grade) in Rancho Santa Fe prepares mind, students (ages 2-5) through 8th grade. We are an outreach ministry of First body, soul and strength with Christ-centered, Classically Based, Academic Presbyterian Church in downtown San Diego. Our caring community of par- Excellence. With standardized test scores in the top 3% nationwide, Horizon ents, students, and educators is committed to integrating academic excellence Prep students receive instruction in core subjects, as well as Latin, Spanish, with the teachings of Jesus Christ as found in the Bible. WASC accredited, Bible, art, music, Library, Technology and Physical Education. WASC and ACSI member school. ACSI Accredited.

Foothills Christian High School Ocean View Christian Academy 2321 Dryden Rd. 2460 Palm Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020 San Diego, CA 92154 (619) 303-8035 (619) 424-7875 www.foothillsschool.net www.ovcapatriots.com

Foothills Christian High School is a Christ-centered and Christ-honoring The power of an Ocean View Christian Academy education… A Christ- ministry of Foothills Christian Church, which is located in El Cajon. All of centered education: Building strong student leaders with a biblical worldview. the undertakings, from academics to athletics to Chapel, are designed to fully A high academic standard: Dually accredited, exceptional college preparatory develop the spiritual formation in each of our students. In this manner, we are education. A positive social environment: Building Christ-like character and promoting the richest of Christ-centered and Christ-honoring experiences reaching others through healthy relationships. A healthy physical foundation: possible for our students. Teaching principles of healthy living from academics to athletics.

Grace Christian Home Schools 3656 Ruffi n Road Santa Fe Christian Schools San Diego, CA 92123 838 Academy Dr. (858) 541-0373 Solana Beach, CA 92075 www.gracechristianschools.com (858) 755-8900 www.sfcs.net Grace Christian Schools has been providing an independent study program for homeschoolers and independent study students since 1975. The school provides: Santa Fe Christian Schools is San Diego’s choice in K-12 education for accountability (to demonstrate compliance with the law), counsel on curriculum and Christian families and was selected Best Private School in San Diego County administration, maintenance of cumulative fi les, support and encouragement, cap- in 2010 and 2011 by Ranch and Coast Magazine. Our Lower School was just and-gown graduation ceremonies, transcripts, sports programs, science labs. Grace awarded the National Blue Ribbon for Excellence. We provide an education Christian will train both parents and students how to use homeschool curricula. that is both Christ-centered and academically challenging.

Heartland Christian The Cambridge School 10075 Azuaga St. Homeschool Center San Diego, CA 92129 3327 Kenora Drive (858) 484-3488 Spring Valley, CA 91977 www.cambridgeclassical.org (619) 461-7220 www.heartland-christian.com Teaching children to think and reason, The Cambridge School uniquely com- bines time-tested principles of classical education with a Christian worldview. Heartland Christian offers the best of both… School and Home Study… an Small classes, distinguished Christian teachers, and comprehensive math, affordable alternative educational program where students attend school science, humanities, and enrichment programs blend to deliver an exceptional part time and are home schooled on the alternate days. Pre-Kindergarten experience where children aged 4 to 7th grade love to learn. Discover a real to High School. San Diego treasure. For more information, visit www.cambridgeclassical.org. 18 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • March 2012 SD www.christianexaminer.com New Christian bookstore opens in La Mesa

By Lori Arnold of doing kingdom work side by side. But, after the church moved LA MESA — On paper it looks and revamped their ministries, the nuts. Yarbroughs decided to re-evaluate Why would Jason and Eileen Yar- their ministry focus. brough want to open an independent “God closed that door,” she said Christian bookstore in downtown La of working with youth. “He told Mesa just a few years after a national us not to look, that He would take chain closed its doors on the same care of us. He told us that He had block? Steps away a small secular book- something in store for us that nei- store offers hints at its own struggles ther of us could imagine.” with a banner that reads, “Three books It turned out that what He had in a day will save us.” store was a store. Similar scenarios are being rep- It came to fruition while walking licated across the country as inde- downtown one evening and notic- pendent Christian bookstores face ing the empty side street storefront. increasing pressure from the ad- The La Mesa residents began pray- vance of big box secular stores, dig- ing together for discernment and Eileen and Jason Yarbrough have opened an independent Christian bookstore in La Mesa, realizing a dream to work ital media and church-sponsored direction. together in ministry. The La Mesa Christian Book Store is located on Date Avenue in downtown La Mesa. bookstores. “He answered that very clearly,” The Yarbroughs, who admit they she said of the Lord’s response. us wisdom one step at a time. We service administrator. “We’ve been their store, along with several other have no retail experience, say they Calling it a sacred moment, the prayed for everything, from the car- able to pray with people and uplift retail locations around the county. aren’t concerned about history or couple declined to share how the pet to the walls. (them), and they’ve been able to Independently owned, the chain trends. They have their eyes and concept was confi rmed to them. bless us.” was sold to Family Christian Stores ears fi rmly set on the Lord. “It was the kind of answer that Cozy atmosphere Jason Yarbrough said he is grate- when the owner decided to retire. “What a wonderful thing to was, ‘OK, God we know that’s you,’” To help customers, books are ful for the freedom of owning his “We hear all the time how many live by faith and know we don’t said Eileen Yarbrough, a former organized by sections for children, own business. people missed that,” she said. “It’s have to live by circumstances,” Ei- project manager for a direct mar- adults, fi ction, non-fi ction and “We are not bound,” he said. “We nice to fi nd out after this that God leen Yarbrough said inside the keting fi rm. “We kept stepping Bible resources. The store also are able to act in the spirit.” is fi lling a void here.” La Mesa Christian Book Store, a out in faith, and every single door sells used books and offers a dis- His wife concurred. She said the store had a good 1,000-square-foot store at Date Av- opened.” count program for patrons wishing “It’s an absolute blessing because Christmas season and will soon be enue and La Mesa Boulevard. Together they researched the ins to trade used selections for new we are already developing so many able to gain even more exposure Their store opened last fall after and outs of retail, relying strongly books. A growing aspect of their relationships,” she said. “That’s through the weekly summer car the couple decided to follow their on their prayers as they developed business is special ordering for lo- what its all about: relationships. shows and the mega Oktoberfest dreams when they both lost their the model for the store, which of- cal Bible study groups. To be encouraged in our faith to- celebration that draws thousands to jobs because of the economy. fers Bibles, books and gifts. A small seating section near the gether. That’s the heart of what our the village. “We had been praying about hav- “This is something we couldn’t front windows provides a refuge for ministry is.” “We are starting to see people ing a ministry together, working to- imagine,” he said. “If He would small group meetings. Complimen- coming back and bringing their gether,” she said. “God’s really been have shown us this before, we would tary coffee is offered to patrons, as Filling a niche friends,” she said. “We know we working with us.” have said we couldn’t have done are prayers. Eileen Yarbrough said she was will be here as long as God wants Married for two years, the young this. 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Course on creation, guest speaker. healthy weight, exercise and non- Santa Fe Christian School recognized as Since its 1962 founding by exercise ways to tweak the metabo- evolution at museum Martha Mortenson, the auxiliary lism, and the interaction between SANTEE — The Creation and a ‘best workplace’ in national survey groups have involved about 1,000 stress, a lack of sleep and infl am- Earth History Museum will host its mation, and how they impact the SOLANA BEACH — Santa women in monthly Bible studies Creation Essentials 101 class begin- and prayer chapters. Through their disease process. ning at 6:30 p.m. March 1. Fe Christian Schools has been named a 2012 Best Christian work about $4 million has been To register, send an email to Peg- The 16-week course explores the raised for camperships and various gy Hamerly at [email protected]. basics of creation, evolution, sci- Workplace, according to an an- nual survey of employees. projects over the years. The Cove@CRB is located at ence and the Bible. For more information about ei- 11838 Bernardo Plaza Court, Suite The course is just one of numer- The Best Christian Workplace survey has been conducted in the ther event, contact Jeanie Botsford 101. ous outreach programs sponsored at [email protected] or call by the museum, including its Foun- United States and Canada for the Santa Fe Christian Schools has been honored as a 2012 Best (760) 943-8915. dations Small Group for Adults and past 10 years and has surveyed Marriage Seminar more than 100,000 employees Christian Workplace, according to the Creation Club Workshops for an annual survey of employees. sponsored by North Kids with activities such as Dino- to date. All of those recognized Finding Wellness Coast Calvary Chapel saurs & Dragons Workshop—Di- have a stated Christian mission far more than just surviving de- at The Cove CARLSBAD — North Coast Cal- nosaur tooth necklace; Noah’s Ark, and/or values. spite the challenging economy,” To earn the distinction as a RANCHO BERNARDO — The vary Chapel will host a Marriage Flood Legends—Build an origami Al Lopus, president of the sur- Best Christian Workplace, orga- Church at Rancho Bernardo will Summit March 9 and 10. The Fri- boat to fl oat; Complexity of a Hu- vey group, said. “These organi- nizations participate in the Best host free wellness workshops from man Cell—Build an edible cell out zations set the bar in terms of day session will be held from 7 to Christian Workplace Institute’s employee engagement and serve 3 to 4:30 p.m. March 17, 24 and 31 of Jell-O; Fun with Fossils—Fos- 9 p.m., while Saturday’s event is set employee engagement survey as an inspiration for all. While at the church’s facility, The Cove@ silized hand prints; and Creeping for 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and meet predetermined stan- overall survey trends indicate em- CRB. Things Reptile Encounter hands The speakers for the event will be Dr. dards of excellence. The survey ployee engagement is struggling The workshops will be taught by on with reptiles. Norm Wright, Dr. Gary Oliver and Dr. covers issues such as: job satis- to recover from the shock of the a certifi ed health coach who will For more information, visit www. Archibald and Kathleen Hart. faction, commitment, Christian fi nancial recession, these lead- cover how to overcome 21st cen- creationsd.org or call (619) 599- Admission is $150 per couple or $65 witness, supervisory effective- ers recognize the importance of 1104. tury habits of disease with simple, per individual for the entire confer- ness, work satisfaction, personal nurturing healthy organizational new habits of health. Topics to be ence. Single day admission is $40. growth and development, man- cultures to better achieve their explored include the importance For more information, visit www. Jazz Vespers at agement effectiveness, custom- vision. They understand that of reaching and maintaining a northcoastcalvary.org. First Presbyterian er/supporter satisfaction, team- healthy organizations are fruit- work, communications and pay ful.” SAN DIEGO — First Presbyte- and benefi ts. Employees confi - Other organizations honored rian Church of San Diego hosts a dentially respond to more than include the American Bible So- ˆ6SS½RK weekly Jazz Vespers service at 5 p.m. 50 questions addressing these ciety, Joni and Friends, MOPS Saturdays at its 4th Ave. Chapel. topics. 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K^iZbkl%K^&KhhÕg` KOB<> Forum to explore Village Church to education issues daylong conference SAN DIEGO — Women of Faith present ‘A Little SAN DIEGO — The monthly meet- 7IVZMRKEPPSJ7ER(MIKS'SYRX] will return to San Diego May 19 ing of the San Diego Strategic Forum Piece of Heaven’ with a new one-day format. will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. March 5 RANCHO SANTA FE — Village Ministry executives said the new *6)))78-1%8)7 at East Clairemont Southern Baptist Church Community Theater pres- approach offers “new focus, new Church. ents the comedy “A Little Piece of depth.” 1-800-501-7663 The featured speaker will be Lar- Heaven,” beginning March 9. !KHH?" “You’ll connect on a whole new ry Sand, president of the California The play is set in a curiosity shop [[[HMPWVSS½RKGSQ level,” event literature said. “This called “A Little Piece of Heaven” Senior Citizen Discounts Teachers Empowerment Network, empowering event could set your which describes itself as “a non- where people fi nd things they have life on a new course or give you ad- *9000-%&-0-8=-2796)( 0-' partisan, non-political group dedi- lost and consider the impact on ditional tools to continue what God their lives. cated to providing teachers and the has already started. What if one day public at large with reliable and Performances are set for 7:30 could make all the difference?” p.m. March 9, 10, 16 and 17 and at balanced information about profes- The San Diego event will be held sional affi liations and positions on 2 p.m. March 11 and 18. at the San Diego Civic Theatre and Admission is free, but donations Need auto body repairs? educational issues.” will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The monthly forum was estab- will be accepted. Consider it done. Doors open at 9 a.m. The church is located at 6225 lished to provide strategic aware- Tickets for the event are $59, ness, information, tools, discussion Paseo Delicias. with VIP seating available for $79. For more information, visit vil- Services include: and encouragement as a way to There is an additional $2 service empower Christian conservatives to lagechurchcommunitytheater.org. s #OLLISIONREPAIRFROM fee per ticket. minor dings to major positively impact the culture with a Speakers for the event include damage) biblical worldview. Forest Home auxiliary Sheila Walsh, a bestselling author, s &RAMESTRAIGHTENING The ministry also guides ministry speaker, TV talk show host and Bible celebrates golden leaders in launching or expanding an s #USTOMPAINTING teacher; Ken Davis, a sought-after anniversary effective Christian citizenship ministry speaker who has appeared on televi- s $ENTSCRATCHREMOVAL at their churches or marketplaces. sion and stage and is the host of the RANCHO SANTA FE — The San s 7INDSHIELDSIDEWINDOW In addition to networking, forum popular daily radio show, “Lighten Diego Area and North San Diego replacement leaders provide vital information as Up”; Scott MacIntyre, an American Area chapters of the Forest Home s &2%%ESTIMATES it pertains to various legal, legisla- Idol fi nalist, who has moved audi- Women’s Auxiliary will hold its fi nal s )NSURANCECLAIMS tive and policy organizations. ences to laughter, tears, and stand- fundraising drive for the camp min- The church is located at 4633 istry with a March 3 walk-a-thon. 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MAR 3 • SATURDAY (cont.) MAR 17 • SATURDAY MAR 30-31• FRI-SAT (cont.) Have your event listed FREE! Planetshakers Reign Concert Tour. 6pm, Wellness Workshops, 3-parts thru Oakridge Conference Center, 27224 Send us your Christian activity/event for next month, and we’ll list it in Faith Chapel, 9400 Campo Rd., Spring March. Saturday, 3-4:30pm, The Cove at Hwy 78, Ramona, $175. Hosted by C3 THE CALEN DAR at no charge. The deadline is the 15th of the prior month. Valley, $10-20 • fchapel.org The Church of Rancho Bernardo, 11838 Church San Diego • c3sandiego.com, Send to the Christian Examiner, P.O. Box 2606, El Cajon, CA 92021. Or Marty Goetz, in concert. 7:30pm, Kehilat Bernardo Plaza Ct., Ste 101, San Diego (760) 804-8524 • (858) 592-2434 fax to (619) 668-1115. Or e-mail to [email protected]. We Messianic Synagogue, 3219 Clairemont MAR 30-APR 1 • FRI-SUN regret we cannot list Sunday morning services. Mesa Blvd., San Diego, free • (858) MAR 19 • MONDAY 490-4355 Fear Not Retreat, for single women. 5pm, San Marcos-Vista Christian Women’s Palomar Christian Conference Center, FEB 24-25 • FRI-SAT FEB 27-MAR 1 • MON-THU MAR 4 • SUNDAY Club luncheon. 11:30am, Lake San Pauma Valley, $155-180. Hosted by Marcos Country Club, 1750 San Pablo Amazing Life Ministries • fearnotretreats. Rummage Sale, to benefi t youth mis- Children’s Pastor Conference, with Phil Awana Grand Prix. 11:30am-3pm, Val- ley Bible Church, 1609 Capalina Rd., Dr., San Marcos, $17 • (760) 591-0155, org, (760) 571-9031 sions. 7:30am, Maranatha Chapel, Vischer, Go Fish, Beth Guckenberger, (760) 744-0957 10752 Coastwood Rd., San Diego • Craig Jutila & more. Town & Country San Marcos • valeybible.com, (760) MAR 31 • SATURDAY (858) 613-7800 Resort & Conference Center, San Diego 744-0274 MAR 21 • WEDNESDAY Safe Haven Seminars, with Dr. Sharon • incm.org, 1-800-324-4543 Walk Thru the Old Real Marriage: The Truth About Sex, Friend- South Bay Christian Women’s Connec- May. 8:30am-3pm, North Coast Calvary, Testament, River of ship & Life Together, with Mark & Grace MAR 1 • THURSDAY tion Luncheon. 11:30am-1pm, Chula 1330 Poinsettia Ln, Carlsbad, $300/ Life Church, 635 E. Vista Golf Course Restaurant, 4475 Bo- Driscoll. Fri 7-9pm & Sat 9am-12pm, The th couple • northcoastcalvary.org Rock Church, 2277 Rosecrans St., San Water to Wine, Making Miracles at ECS. 7 St., National City • (619) 954-1829 nita Rd., Bonita, $15 • (619) 475-6288 5-8pm, The Lodge at Torrey Pines, 11480 Diego, $35 • gotothehub.com, MAR 5 • MONDAY Focus Adult Singles Group, +40. 6pm, APR 1 • SUNDAY N Torrey Pines Rd., La Jolla, $250. Foothills Christian Church, 365 W Bradley FEB 25 • SATURDAY Hosted by Episcopal Community Services San Diego Strategic Forum, with Larry ‘Hosanna,’ A Ave., El Cajon, $3 • (619) 368-0611 Musical Easter Daly Disciples “The • (619) 228-2828, ecscalifornia.org Sand. 7-9pm, East Clairemont Baptist Church, 4633 Doliva Dr., San Diego • Celebration. 6pm, Shadow Mountain Power of Hope,” Real MAR 22 • THURSDAY Family Connections Christian Adoption (951) 354-8362 Community Church, 2100 Greenfi eld Issues, Real Answers, Information Session. 6-8pm, 291 S El Oklahoma! 7pm, San Diego Christian Dr., El Cajon • (619) 590-1766, shad- One Day Women’s Camino Real, Ste 202, Oceanside, free MAR 7 • WEDNESDAY College, Lower Campus Chapel, 2100 owmountain.org Event with Bobby & • fcadoptions.org, (760) 966-0531 My Therapist ‘Sez’…”, an interactive Greenfi eld Dr., El Cajon, $6-14 • (619) Tonilee. 9am-5pm, Point Loma Nazarene APR 2 • MONDAY panel of Christian therapists moderated 201-8712 University, Brown Chapel, San Diego, $25- Creation Essentials 101, 16-week by Dr. Don Welch on “The Intimate Mar- Messiah in the Passover Banquet , by 30 • realissues-realanswers.com course. Thursdays 6:30-8pm, Creation & MAR 23-24 • FRI-SAT Earth History Museum, 10946 Woodside riage” with Jennifer Konzen presenting, Chosen People Ministries. 6:30pm, Educator Job Fair. Yolanda Gorick. Dennis Estill, Mark Kar- Acquire the Fire, with The Afters, Akin- Calvary Chapel Fallbrook, 488 Industrial Ave. N., Santee • creationsd.org, (619) tunde, Remedy Drive & more. Viejas Stoneybrooke Chris- 599-1104 ris. 6:45-8pm, Skyline Church, 11330 Way, Fallbrook • (760) 728-9138 tian Schools, San Juan Campo Rd., La Mesa • (619) 660-5000 Arena, San Diego • acquirethefi re.com, MAR 1-2 • THU-FRI 1-888-628-3473 APR 4 • WEDNESDAY Capistrano. Hosted by MAR 8 • THURSDAY Network of International Worship Arts Tech Train- MAR 24 • SATURDAY My Therapist ‘Sez’…”, an interactive Christian Schools • 9th Annual Faith & Business Forum, with panel of Christian therapists moderated ing Seminars on digital Understanding Anger Seminar, with nics.org Bradley D. Kinstler. 11:30am-1:30pm, by Dr. Don Welch on “Creating Soul-mate audio and video, lighting Dr. Marcial Felan. 8:30am-3pm, North Hilton Costa Mesa, $55/person. Hosted Ties with your Mate” with Cathy Gaetke 1st Annual Walk for the School and visual media for Coast Calvary Chapel, 1330 Poinsettia by Concordia University • cui.edu/forum, presenting, Debbie Wagner, Jessica Children of California, “Fun in the church services. Vista Assembly of God, Ln, Carlsbad, $75/person • northcoast- (949) 214-3198 White, Gary Cundiff. 6:45-8pm, Skyline Son.” 9:30am-12pm, Victory Baptist Vista. Sponsored by the AVDB Group • calvary.org, (619) 212-5222 Church, 227 N Magnolia Ave., Anaheim (858) 549-1094, avdb-group.com M AR 9 • FRIDAY Church, 11330 Campo Rd., La Mesa • San Diego Mud Run, • careleasedtime.org (619) 660-5000 MAR 3 • SATURDAY The Rock & Wor- spring edition. 10am, ship Roadshow, APR 5 • THURSDAY FEB 26 • SUNDAY Rummage Sale. 7-11am, St. John’s Skyline Church, with MercyMe, 11330 Campo Rd., The Hoppers, in concert, 6pm, Shadow Lutheran Church, 1430 Melody Lane, Family Connections Christian Adoption Tenth Avenue North, LeCrae, Hawk Nel- La Mesa • sandiego- Mountain Community Church, 2100 El Cajon • (619) 444-1272 Information Session. 6-8pm, 291 S El son & more. 6pm, Valley View Casino mudrun.com Camino Real, Ste 202, Oceanside, free Greenfi eld Dr., El Cajon • (619) 590-1766 Creation Club Workshops for Kids, ages Center, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Craft Fair. 9am-5pm, Calvary Chapel • fcadoptions.org, (760) 966-0531 Diego, $10 • therockandworshiproad- Messianic Concert. 6pm, 5714 El Cajon 3-12. 10am, Creation & Earth History Lemon Grove, 8075 Broadway Ave., show.com Blvd., San Diego • luz.world-evangelism. Museum, 10946 Woodside Ave. N., San- Lemon Grove (619) 667-3804 APR 6 • FRIDAY org, (858) 366-2088 tee • creationsd.org, (619) 599-1104 MAR 9-10 • FRI-SAT Book Signing by Author D. Boyd. 1-4pm, Good Friday Services. 5pm & 7pm, The Marriage Summit, with Dr. Norm Wright, Savannah Home, 130 E Grand Ave., Church at Rancho Bernardo, 11740 Dr. Gary Oliver & more. Fri 7-9pm & Sat Escondido • (760) 685-4390 Bernardo Plaza Ct., San Diego • the- churchatrb.org 8:30am-2pm, N orth Coast Calvary, 1330 Booth Brothers, Poinsettia Ln, Carlsbad, $130/couple, Sunny Southwest Earthquake at the Cross Easter Event. $65/person or 1-day $40/person • 2012 Tour. 5pm, 6:30-9pm, Creation & Earth History Mu- northcoastcalvary.org College Ave. Bap- seum, 10946 Woodside Ave. N., Santee MAR 9-11 • FRI-SUN tist Church, 4747 College Ave., San • creationsd.org, (619) 599-1104 Diego. $16-$30 • imcconcerts.com, ‘A Little Piece of Heaven,’ A comedy 1-800-965-9324 APR 7 • SATURDAY drama. Fri-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm, The Oklahoma! 7pm, San Diego Christian Creation Club Workshops for Kids, ages Village Church Community Theater, 3-12. 10am, Creation & Earth History Village Church, 6225 Paseo Delicias, College, Lower Campus Chapel, 2100 Greenfi eld Dr., El Cajon, $6-14 • (619) Museum, 10946 Woodside Ave. N., San- Rancho Santa Fe • (858) 756-2441, tee • creationsd.org, (619) 599-1104 villagechurchcommunitytheater.org 201-8712 MAR 25 • SUNDAY Eggapalooza ’12. Daybreak Church, MAR 10 • SATURDAY 6515 Ambrosia Ln, Carlsbad • day- Walk for Life. 8:30am, Santee Lakes, Messianic Concert. 6pm, 5714 El Cajon breakchurch.org 9310 Fanita Pkwy, Santee. Hosted by Blvd., San Diego • luz.world-evangelism. Easter Celebration Service. 5pm, East Country Pregnancy Care Clinic • org, (858) 366-2088 Shadow Mountain Community Church, (619) 442-4357, ecpcc.org MAR 29-31 • THU-SAT 2100 Greenfi eld Dr., El Cajon • (619) San Diego Women’s Connection. Oklahoma! Thu-Fri 7pm; Sat 2pm & 590-1766 11:30am-1:30pm, Best Western Seven 7pm, San Diego Christian College, Lower Easter Service, featuring special music Seas, 411 Hotel Circle S, San Diego, Campus Chapel, 2100 Greenfi eld Dr., El $22 • (619) 223-3643, (619) 276-6972 from Leeland. 6pm Maranatha Chapel, Cajon, $6-14 • (619) 201-8712 10752 Coastwood Rd., 4S Ranch • Gungor, in concert. 7:30pm, House MAR 30 • FRIDAY maranathachapel.org of Blues, 1055 5th Ave., San Diego • transparentproductions.com Third Day, “The Make APR 8 • SUNDAY Your Move” Tour with Easter Sunrise Service, featuring special MAR 11 • SUNDAY Matt Maher & Trevor music from Leeland. 6:30am Maranatha Morgan. 7:30pm, Skyline Church, 11330 Salt & Light Citizenship Ministry. Chapel, 10752 Coastwood Rd., 4S 1-2:30pm, Horizon Christian Fellowship Campo Rd., La Mesa • tickets.com, Ranch • maranathachapel.org Church, Room 203, 6365 El Apajo Blvd., 1-800-965-9324 Rancho Santa Fe • (858) 756-5599 MAR 30-31• FRI-SAT Salt & Light Citizenship Ministry. How to Share Messiah with the Jewish 1-2:30pm, Horizon Christian Fellowship Emerge Men’s Conference, with Dr. Robi People, class. 6pm, 5714 El Cajon Blvd., Church, Room 203, 6365 El Apajo Blvd., Sonderegger, Pastor Jurgen Matthesius. San Diego • luz.world-evangelism.org, Rancho Santa Fe • (858) 756-5599 (858) 366-2088 MAR 15 • THURSDAY MORE EVENTS online now at Men With a Purpose, with Ron Harris. 12-1:30pm, Doubletree by Hilton, 1515 Hotel Circle, San Diego, $20 • (619) 222-3688 Ramona Community Bible Study. 7pm, • Future events for San Diego County not listed in this issue. Ramona Women’s Club, 524 Main St., • Events for Orange County, LA County and the Inland Empire Ramona • (858) 621-0644 • Weekly and monthly ongoing meetings: Bible Studies, Evangelism, MAR 16-18 • FRI-SUN Fel low ships (Men, Women, Seniors, Singles, Youth, MOPS), Motor cy cle ‘A Little Piece of Heaven,’ A comedy Min is tries, Music/Entertainment, Prayer Groups, Recovery and Sup- drama. Fri-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm, The port groups (Alcohol, Divorce, Domestic Violence/Abuse, Food, Sexual, Village Church Community Theater, Village Church, 6225 Paseo Delicias, Grand par ent ing, Grief, Celebrate Recovery, The Most Excel lent Way, Rancho Santa Fe • (858) 756-2441, and many more), Semi nars/Classes, Health/Fitness. villagechurchcommunitytheater.org www.christianexaminer.com SD March 2012 • CHRISTIAN EXAMINER • 21

Seminar on anger Mini-Mud allows even the youngest A portion of the proceeds from participant to get dirty for a cause. the race benefi t Sonshine Haven, an management to be held According to organizers, duct East County after-school recreational CARLSBAD — A seminar designed tape stations seem to be the most program for children through the to help individuals get a handle on hurt- popular pre-race event, where par- eighth grade, and the USO San Diego, ful anger in their life will be held March ticipants can tape their shoes so whose mission is to enhance the quality 24 at North Coast Calvary Chapel. that they will not come off in the of life of U.S. Armed Forces personnel The seminar will be led by Dr. thick mud. After the race, food ven- and their families worldwide and to cre- Marcial Felan, a licensed marriage dors provide much-needed nour- ate a cooperrative relationship between and family therapist associated with ishment to the runners and their U.S. military communities and involved Family Consultation Services. families, while children participate or supporting civilian communities. The seminar will run from 8:30 in the Mini-Mud fun run and pre- For more information, see www. a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $75, which includes race Kidz Zone. sandiegomudrun.com. workbook materials and lunch. The church is located at 1330 Poinsettia Lane. For information, call (619) 212- 5222 or send an email to marcial- Participants in a previous San Diego Mud Run at Skyline Church get a helping [email protected]. Register at www. hand as they try to climb one of the course’s obstacles. The spring race is set northcoastcalvary.org. for March 24. Spring edition of Mud in the hills behind the campus, the family fun for everyone.” San Diego Mud Run is a challenging Participants run through water Run planned at Skyline course that draws 2,000 runners of all spray, down steep grades, through LA MESA — March mudness ages and experience levels. dozens of mud pits, over slip- will return to the hills of La Mesa “We are excited to host this spec- pery hills and obstacles and crawl March 24 for the San Diego Mud tacle twice a year,” Skyline’s Sports through tunnels. Categories in- Run’s “Spring Edition.” Ministry Pastor Sean Howarter said clude individual and four-person Hosted by Skyline Church and held in a news release. “It’s memorable, teams for each race. A 1K Youth

APR 12 • THURSDAY APR 19 • THURSDAY MAY 5 • SATURDAY Rebecca St. James, ‘Pu- Men With a Purpose, with Dr. David 50th Anniversary of Mexican Medical rity & Worship Your,’ Levy. 12-1:30pm, Doubletree by Hilton, Ministries. Clairemont Emmanuel Baptist with For King & Country, 1515 Hotel Circle, San Diego, $20 • Church, 2610 Galveston St., San Diego an evening for Mothers (619) 222-3688 • mexicanmedical.com & Daughters. New Ven- ture Church, Oceanside, AP R 26 • THURSDAY MAY 11-12 • FRI-SAT $12.10-$20 • kprz.com/stationevents, Celebration of CFS Expo Homeschool Convention, with (858) 535-1210 Freedom Dinner, Doug Phillips. Center for the Arts, 340 N an Evening with Escondido Blvd., Escondido • cfssd.org APR 12-14 • THU-SAT Advocates for Faith MAY 12 • SATURDAY Joyce Meyer Conference 2012, with & Freedom. South Matt Redman and Christy Nockels. Vie- Coast Winery, Temecula, $40 • 1-888- Run for the Hills 5k. Indian Hills Camp, jas Arena at SDSU, San Diego • (619) 588-6888, faith-freedom.com 15763 Lyons Valley Rd., Jamul • indianhillscamp.com 594-0234 APR 27 • FRIDAY MAY 19 • SATURDAY APR 14 • SATURDAY Phillips, Craig & Dean, San Diego Christian Writers Guild Spring in concert. 730pm, Women of Faith: One Day, with Sheila Fellowship Event, with Dr. David Levy. Rancho Community Walsh, Ken Davis, & Scott MacIntyre. 10am, The Cove at The Church at Ran- Church, $25-28. Benefi ts Rancho Dam- 10am-5pm, San Diego Civic Center, San cho Bernardo, 11838 Bernardo Plaza acitas Children’s Homes for Abused & Diego, $59-79 • womenoffaith.com, Ct., Ste. 101, San Diego, $25 • (760) Neglected Youth • (951) 302-7597 1-888-49-FAITH 294-3269 APR 29 • SUNDAY MA Y 25-27 • FRI-SUN APR 15 • SUNDAY Legacy Five, in concert, 6pm, Shadow Spirit West Coast, The Gettys, in concert, 6pm, Shadow Mountain Community Church, 2100 San Diego. Featured Mountain Community Church, 2100 Greenfi eld Dr., El Cajon • (619) 590-1766 artists: TobyMac, Greenfi eld Dr., El Cajon • (619) 590-1766 MercyMe, Tenth Av- MAY 4 • FRIDAY enue North, Family APR 18 • WEDNESDAY Golf Tournament. 1:30-7:30pm, Rancho Force 5. Also Matthew West, The Afters, Focus Adult Singles Group, +40. 6pm, Bernardo Inn, $99/golfer. Hosted by Chris August, Love Song. Speakers: Nick Foothills Christian Church, 365 W Bradley The Church at Rancho Bernardo • (858) Vujicic, Luis Palau. Many more. Del Mar Ave., El Cajon, $3 • (619) 368-0611 735-0959, thechurchatrb.org Fairgrounds • spiritwestcoast.org

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By Rebecca Burgoyne been involved in bullying—either of bills addressing anti-LGBT bul- Supplemental materials lost in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist as the victim or the bully. lying were signed into law last year While the budget shortfall has attacks. SACRAMENTO — During the According to studies, the high- alone, and a focus on expanding limited the impact of SB 48 to According to AB 1539, the new 2008 Proposition 8 campaign, est incidences of bullying are at- that agenda is apparent in 2012. some extent, pro-homosexual ac- special-interest plate fees would pay opponents of the measure dis- tributed to opposite gender issues SB 48 passed the Legislature sup- tivist groups—which have already for increased anti-bullying educa- paraged supporters’ arguments such as boys against girls and one posedly as a means to instill pride carved deep inroads into the public tion. The bill would require the that failure to protect marriage’s race or ethnicity against another. for homosexuals and cut down on schools—are stepping into the void Department of Motor Vehicles, in defi nition would result in homo- Children who struggle with obe- LGBT bullying. Due to state budget to provide biased supplemental ma- consultation with the California De- sexual “marriages” being taught sity are 65 percent more likely to constraints, there was no funding terials. Changes in the Los Angeles partment of Education, to design to schoolchildren. be bullied, and those who have a attached to the measure. With the Unifi ed and San Francisco United and make available license plates Many fence-sitters and doubters disability may be as much as 85 next major curriculum reviews and School Districts—both pioneers that promote the state’s policy that awoke to that truth becoming a percent more likely to be bullied. textbook updates not slated to oc- in teaching a homosexual world- prohibits “discrimination, harass- reality with last year’s passage of Yet today’s politically correct focus cur until 2015—a postponement view—are well under way. ment, intimidation and bullying Senate Bill 48, which dictates that is squarely on bullying as it impacts dictated by the Legislature to save This year’s pro-LGBT legislative based on actual or perceived char- positive portrayals of lesbian, gay, the homosexual community. money—individual districts are left offerings will only be worse. On leg- acteristics and disability, gender, na- bisexual and transgender individu- Since the mid-1990s, the Cali- to interpret and implement one of islators’ fi rst day back in the Capi- tionality, race or ethnicity, religion, als be included in social studies fornia Legislature has focused the most contentious curriculum tol in January, Assemblyman Tom sexual orientation, or association curriculum. SB 48 was promoted on the issue of bullying, slowly changes in decades with little state Ammiano, D-San Francisco, gutted with a person or group with one or as a means of decreasing LGBT and incrementally introducing direction or fi scal help. and amended an unrelated bill to more of these actual or perceived bullying and harassment. a politicized agenda under the Even the Los Angeles Times wrote require schools to permit students characteristics.” While no child should have to guise of safe schools and toler- in an October 2011 editorial, “This to participate in sex-segregated ac- Language in the bill itself once deal with the harmful taunts and ance. With openly homosexual is what happens when school laws tivities according to their chosen again focuses on the problems name calling of others, it is doubly Assembly Speaker John Perez, are passed for political reasons gender identity—not necessarily faced by LGBT students to the ex- wrong to focus on one area of bul- D-Los Angeles, seven additional rather than educational ones. … their biological one. After much clusion of other motivations be- lying to the exclusion of others. lesbian and homosexual legisla- What’s more, the state lacks the public outcry, Assembly Bill 266 was hind bullying. Statistics show bullying to be a tors—and a legislative majority time or resources to develop les- pulled from consideration. Howev- widespread problem. Thirty per- sympathetic to the advancement son plans or a curriculum to help er, its proponents plan to build leg- Incremental activism cent of all children report having of homosexual rights—a handful guide them.” islative support and educate school California has had a long history and sports personnel in hopes of of involving politics in the class- reintroducing the bill in the future. room. Incrementally, activists for politically correct causes have craft- License plate ads ed legislation not only to gain a Earlier this year, Assemblywom- foothold in our state’s public class- an Mary Hayashi, D-Hayward, in- rooms, but also to teach the young troduced another pro-LGBT bill. and impressionable their version of CHILD CUSTODY AB 1539, if passed into law, would “truth” about homosexuality out- make California the fourth state to side the authority of mom and dad. & Support offer LGBT-themed license plates. 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