NEWS around TRANSFORMATION MINISTRIES
On this page:
• Pastoral News
• Congratulations
• Special Stories from TM Churches
• Camps
• Give . . . or Take
• Prayer & Praise
• News from Partner Organizations
Pastoral News
♦ Matt Smith will conclude his service as Transitional Pastor at First Baptist Church of Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills Estates, CA, mid-March.
♦ Larry Hamblen resigned as pastor of First Baptist Church of Coronado after 15 years of ministry there.
♦ Iglesia Bautista Maranatha of Corona, CA, called German Tapia as Senior Pastor.
♦ Primera Iglesia Bautista of Lynwood called Pastor Amancio Pardini as Senior Pastor.
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Reverend Tim Mellinger, Pastor of Student Ministries at First Baptist Church of Riverside, on his ordination. We praise God for Tim's call, passion and gifts. Our prayers are with you Tim. (Pictured: Bill Mellinger of FBC Crestline, Tim Mellinger and Joe Lutz of FBC Riverside, Mark Lambert of Transformation Ministries.)
Camps
This month, we say "Goodbye and thank you!" to San Marcos Camp Director Bob Ryan, who has been called to a new ministry. Bob has served at San Marcos for 14 years. His last day with us will be March 27. Our prayers go with him and his family.
Check out our Camps' Programs and Activities
♦ Tonto Rim Christian Camp seasonal special:
3 days, 2 nights, 5 meals, campfire/one activity
for a special rate of $99.00 per person.
(Available January 1 - May 22, 2010).
For information on Tonto Rim.
♦ Check out the what's happening at Thousand Pines.
♦ For information on San Marcos Baptist Camp.
Give . . . or Take
Van needed: First Mexican Baptist Church of Tucson needs a van!! They have been experiencing growth and 
need to provide transportation to children, youth and adults. A 7-passenger would be good, a 15-passenger van even better.
If you know of a vehicle in good condition for little or no money, please e-mail the pastor, Rev. Rafael Rios, call him at 520-623-2791, or contact him through the church:
First Mexican Baptist Church
P.O. Box 27164
Tucson, AZ 85726
520-628-7370
Prayer & Praise
♦ Dale V. Salico, Mission Lead for Transformation Ministries, resigned as of the end of February due to ongoing health challenges. Please keep Dale & Elaine in your prayers during this time of transition.
♦ Please pray for the TM Search Committee as they seek God's leading in selecting the next Mission Lead for Transformation Ministries.
♦ Please pray for Dr. José Juarez, retired pastor, who is home from the hospital but still quite ill.
♦ Please pray for Pastor Abe Sotelo of First Baptist Church of Lynwood, who is in the hospital awaiting surgery.
♦ Praise: The mission team from Beachpoint Church, Fountain Valley, CA, had a safe and successful trip to Haiti, completing living accommodations for twelve families in Cap Haitien. Cap Haitien, thankfully, escaped earthquake damage.
♦ Praise: Howard Stewart, one of our retired pastors, who was very ill and in skilled nursing at Atherton Baptist Homes has now returned to independent living and is doing well.
♦ Continued prayer for Howard Morgenstern as he continues to experience serious health-related issues would be greatly appreciated. Howard is touched by your ongoing prayer support.
News from Partner Organizations
Atherton Baptist Homes
Exciting things are taking place at Atherton!! After 4 years of prayer, planning, and preparation, groundbreaking for The Courtyard, the expansion on their campus, will take place on February 5th. Read more . . .
This month, there is also a great opportunity to join the existing Atherton community at a reduced price. See second page of attachment for additional information . . .
Rainbow Acres
The Blazin' M Barn Raisin'
for Rainbow Acres
The Blazin’ M Ranch in Cottonwood, AZ will host a rip-roarin’ fundraising event to benefit the equine therapy program at Rainbow Acres. Mark your calendars! For details and registration information.
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