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updated 04/14/2025 Prayer Podcasts: For city 2/27/22 | For city officials 8/8/22 | For churches/ministries City Web Site Location : in the Mojave Desert of Southern California; an important crossroads for the Inland Empire and home to Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow; cities to the west include Lenwood & Hinkley, southwest Adelanto & Apple Valley; southeast Dagget; north is Fort Irwin and east is Baker. Mission Statement : To provide a better way of life through local control of public safety, development, services and amenities; enhancing our residents’ lives and providing for our community’s future. DEMOGRAPHICS: Founded in 1886 and incorporated as a city in 1947; est. population 25,198 [2024] ; 46% Hispanic; 25% White; African American 18%; Asian 3%; American Indian 2%; Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander <2%; other 8%; Median value of house $117K; 78% high school graduate; bachelor's or more 9%; median income $40K; poverty 23% History In 1883, the borax rush hit and increased over the next decade; As the 20th century progressed, Calico and Daggett (major borax workers) diminished while Barstow grew. It became a busy rail center and a jumping off place for immigrants entering the state on US Route 66, as made famous by John Steinbeck's novel "The Grapes of Wrath." Modern and historic facilities are still available along Barstow's Main Street, the original Route 66. Just off Main Street, at First Street, travelers can drive over an old iron bridge that leads to the railroad depot once the site of the historic Harvey House, originally opened in 1911. With the construction of the modern Interstate Highway system Barstow's future of growth was assured, as I-40 and I-15 converged at the city limits with State Highway 58, making it the transportation hub of the western Mojave Desert. [to read more about the History click on the History heading] “ A progressive High Desert community with small-town advantages that preserves and promotes a quality environment in which to live, work and play. " Motto - "Crossroads of Opportunity" Map of Barstow Location of Barstow in SBC Specific Prayer Points Environmental issues: fires ; extreme drought ; has a very high earthquake risk , with a total of 1,073 earthquakes since 1931. The USGS database shows that there is a 86.98% chance of a major earthquake within 50km of Barstow, CA within the next 50 years. The largest earthquake within 30 miles of Barstow, CA was a 5.2 Magnitude in 1985. Governed by: City Council ; Ethics Code for Officials, Council, Barstow staff; Community Schools/District: Barstow Unified School district ; Barstow Adult, High, Jr. High, STEM Academy & Fine Arts Academy; Central Continuation High school; Cameron elementary; Crestline elementary; Henderson elementary; Lenwood elementary; Montara elementary; Skyline North elementary; Barstow Community college ; Bridges Beauty College Crime issues : 92311 & 92312 [2022] overall crime grade is D-; violent crime D-; property crime F; other crime B- ; top crime issues are theft 26%; burglary 7%; assault 5% Poverty rate : 23.2% [high] CA avg 12%]; M 32%; F 41%; 18-59 yrs 31%; 60-74 Financial Issues : unemployment high; state financing led to closures of courthouses in Barstow Points of interest: Barstow Harvey House | Cannabis Supercenter Spiritual needs: Churches unite & experience revival; intercessors to arise and claim this city for Jesus; neighborhood prayer walks and drives; creative ways to reach the poor and help them find jobs and build up their finances; churches provide finance classes; boldness to share the gospel; laborers for the harvest; pastors to connect and pray for encouragement, growth, unity and revival; prayer groups to arise in each church preaching the Gospel; transformation and reformation as a result of a sweep of God throughout this area Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] New Life Fellowship Church of Christ Barstow First Baptist Church Crossroads Barstow Shepherd of the Desert Lutheran The Connection Community Church First United Methodist Church Barstow Mojave Desert Christian Church Saint Paul's Episcopal Church Union Missionary Baptist Church Trinity Baptist Church New Faith Ministry Church River of Life A Free Methodist Church St. Joseph Catholic Church Hi Desert Word Center

updated 04/15/2025 City's Web Site - Located northeast of Highland, taking Highway 330 then turns into Highway 18 bringing into the west side of the town. Can also access from Highway 38 from Mentone bringing in from the east side. It is a small town that hosts a lake at the center of its activities in the San Bernardino mountains at over 6752 elevations. It is a year-round recreational area with miles of mountain bike and hiking trails, water sports, fishing and hunting. World class athletes train in the valley because of its fresh air and altitude. Nearby is Snow Valley ski area, along with Santa's village and the main attraction, the lake itself. Demographics : [2024] Population 5,038. Average income is $77K. Rent median is $957/mo.; median house is $391K. Median age is 43.7 years, 43.5 years for males, and 44 years for females. Non-Hispanic white 65%; Hispanic 27%; Asian: 2.59%; Other race: 2.33%; Native American: 1.03%; Two or more races: 0.88%; Black or African American: 0.31%; Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.15%. Average family size is 2.83; 53% own a house; 47% rent; 40% married; 60% not; 38% some college or associate; 27% bachelor's & graduate; 22% high school grad; 10% less than High school; average earning is 30K/year. History The Serrano (Mountaineers) Indians (aka Yuharetum or the People of the Pines) lived there at first. Used to have many earthquakes that the Indians thought the Great Spirit was angry with the Padres which resulted in a bloody Indian fight. Benjamin Wilson led some men to find raiders of Riverside ranches, he named the place Big Bear Valley, though the Serrano Indians called it Yahaviat, which means “Pine Place.” Gold was found, the miners paved a road into Big Bear. Lake started as a reservoir and had two dams eventually made to monitor its spillage. Only took 26 months to fill it and use it for neighboring communities, a major feat in those days. Film industry liked the area to develop western movies. To learn more about its history click on the History heading. “Four season mountain lake escape. States it is a God honoring community.” Map of Big Bear Lake Location of Big Bear Lake in SBC PRAYER POINTS: Government: City council ; Ethics; under County District 3 Law enforcement in area Poverty Rate : [2024] 9% decreased in last 3 years; Crime issues : [2024] overall crime grade is D-; violent crime is F; property crime D- and other crime B-; top crime issues are theft 16% and burglary 8%. Business: Tourism needed, seasonal based on snowfall, retail, vacation rentals, cabin Points of Interest: Performing arts theater, Alpine Zoo , Alpine Slide Adventures Environmental issues: Safe travels (very windy road into the city); in a drought, lake is low, upper lake is dry, road closures; affects of Line Fire [2024] road closures and repairs; halted tourism. Spiritual issues: smaller towns nearby unite in prayer [Fawnskin, Arrowbear]; intercessors arise to pray for this town; pastors unite in prayer for encouragement, online ministry grows and reaches people in the areas where they can't attend services due to inclement weather; spirit of conviction/repentance as the Word is preached with authority and boldness, laborer for the harvest of souls Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] Community Church Big Bear [Christian & Missionary Alliance, Pastor Mike Barnes] Bear Valley Church [Pastor Mike Craig, Assoc. Chris Parker, no denomination ties] B ridges Presbyterian Fellowship [Pastor Tom Rennard] Believer's Chapel [for the needy, hurting & addicted] Big Bear Church of Christ Summit Christian Fellowship [Pastor Robert Grand, Assembly of God] T he Journey Church [Pastor Rob Hastings, independent Full Gospel] Christian conference center [ financial funds to keep it going ];

updated 04/13/2025 Pr ayer Podcast : for the city 2/1/22 ; for the officials TWIN PEAKS It an unincorporated community located on California State Route 189 east of Crestline and overlooks Lake Gregory in Crestline. Lake Arrowhead is to the east. Demographics ; estimated population [2024] 2,192; overall crime grade is B [see details below]; M:F 53%:46%; median age 44; 36% households with children; average income $56K; 51% below poverty level; 14% no high school; 42% high school grad; 26% some college; 9% college degrees; 59% married; 23% never married; 48% white; 15% Hispanic; 4% African American; Asian 19%; 14% other. Map of Twin Peaks Location of Twin Peaks in SBC History Began in the 1860s as a strawberry farm, the town would first be known as Strawberry Flat. Some of the first buildings include the now gone Squirrel Inn, the still-standing Antlers Inn, and the also still-standing Pine Rose Cabins. The Antlers Inn originated in 1919 when some 20 cabins were simultaneously constructed around a central lodge then known as the Alpine Terrace Resort. It overlooks Lake Gregory and is like a suburb of Crestline. “Most highly urbanized” forest in the world" Specific Prayer Points | Video Churches unite & experience revival: intercessors arise to pray for this area, the churches and for an awakening; believers bold in sharing their faith; both young and old find a place to minister; evangelism explosion, lives transformed by the Gospel, Christians rise up, model the life of Christ and pray for others as led Governed by: San Bernardino County 2nd District Schools: Grandview Elementary; The ROCK Childcare {Christian Calvary Chapel] under Rim of the World School District Points of Interest: Sycamore Ranch & Vineyard Winery; Hortenicas at the Cliffhanger; Fear not Mixed Martial Arts; The Grill at Antlers Inn Crime statistics : [2024] overall crime grade is C-; violent crime is D; property crime is D and other crime is B+; top crime issues are theft 12% and burglary 5%; Twin Peaks Sheriff stationed in city Poverty rate : [2024] 19% [ 7% above CA avg 12%] 416 people below poverty Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] Twin Peaks Community church [Pastor Mike Whisner; Assoc. Jonathan Trask] Calvary Chapel School | Church [Provides childcare] Pinecrest Christian Conference Center [Assembly of God]

updated 04/13/2025 Twentynine Palms city Web Site Prayer Podcasts: for the city | for the officials | for churches/ministries Location : east of Yucca Valley and Joshua Tree; right below the Marine base and right above Joshua Tree National Park off of Highway 62 which is accessed from Interstate 10. Elevation 1,988 feet. Demographics ; estimated population [2024] 28,738; median age is 24; M:F ratio1.3:1; 53% married; 59% have children at home; 88% speak English; 9% speak Spanish; 53% white; 23% Hispanic; 9% black; 4% Asian; 1.5% American Indian. Map of Twentynine Palms Location of Twentynine Palms in SBC History In 1855 a desert surveyor Colonel Henry Washington found Native Americans from the Chemeheuvi tribe, living in the surrounding hills and near the spring they called "Mar-rah," meaning "land of little water." The spring, which is now called the Oasis of Mara, is located on the grounds of the historic 29 Palms Inn adjacent to Joshua Tree National Park Headquarters and Oasis Visitor Center. The early Native American inhabitants (Serrano, Chemheuvi, and Cahuilla) were followed in the 1870s by prospectors in search of gold. The Oasis of Mara was a favorite camping spot. Prospectors would rest and replenish their water supplies. The area was then generally known as Palms Springs. Legend says that the name of Twentynine Palms was first used by these gold miners because of the 29 Washingtonia filifera palm trees surrounding the Oasis. However, a member of an 1858 survey party, reported that there were 26, not 29, fine, large palm trees at the oasis. In the 1870s, local Native Americans led prospectors in the oasis where gold had been found. Mining began in the area now known as Gold Park. Gold mining continued through the following years but ended when World War I began, and there were no further new ore deposit discoveries. Veterans returned from war suffering from tuberculosis and the effects of the mustard gas. Dr. James B. Luckie from Pasadena, California, treated many of these men and in the 1920s he looked for a beneficial environment for people afflicted with respiratory and heart ailments in the California high desert. He chose Twentynine Palms because of its moderate elevation and clean dry air and was accessible to cities. Veterans brought their families and began homesteading. It was this homesteading that developed the area that is Twentynine Palms today. Two-rut roads were built beginning in 1927, and the community had its first school. About the ideology of the region, Pioneer Helen Bagley, author of "Sand in My Shoes," stated in her writings, "We did not always work in peace and harmony. But sincerity, interest and enthusiasm we had in common. We accomplished." Twentynine Palms has never lost its pioneer spirit as it has progressed. That spirit is catching and affects many who have chosen to make their home here and have joined with the original families (and their second and third generations) in actively supporting the goals of the community. “A Desert Oasis" Specific Prayer Points Environmental issues: Twentynine Palms, CA has a very high earthquake risk , with a total of 6,195 earthquakes since 1931. The USGS database shows that there is a 97.86% chance of a major earthquake within 50km of Twentynine Palms, CA within the next 50 years. The largest earthquake within 30 miles of Twentynine Palms, CA was a 7.3 Magnitude in 1992. Current in severe drought . Governed by: City Council ; County District 3 ; Twentynine Palms Water District Schools/District: Morongo Unified School District ; Oasis Elementary; Palm Vista Elementary; Twentynine Palms elementary; Condor Elementary; Twentynine Palms middle & high Crime issues : [2024] 92277 & 92278 overall grade D; violent crime D-; property crime D-; other crime B+; top crime issues are theft 22% and burglary 5% Poverty rate : [2024] 15.4% [ 3.4% > CA avg 12%]; M 19%; F 26%; 18-59 yrs.; 22%; 60-74 yrs. 15% Points of interest: MAGTFTC/MCAGCC Twentynine Palms Marine Base Spiritual needs: Churches unite & experience revival; intercessors to arise and claim this city and region for Jesus; including the Marine base; pastors connect and pray for revival, unity and encouragement; laborers for the harvest; breakdown every stronghold keeping the work of the Lord from growth; against the spirit of poverty and pharmakia [drugs]; recovery groups at the churches with addictions, families and good teachings for them to grow healthy; emboldened to share their faith and witness what God is doing in their lives; transformation of lives and reformation of the city Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] First Assembly of God Gospel Fellowship Christian church First Baptist Church Little Church of the Desert Freedom Baptist church Pillar Church of Twentynine Palms Blessed Sacrament Catholic church Palms Baptist church Desert Congregational church The Sanctuary @STWCC Two Mile Apostolic Tabernacle True Vine Fellowship

updated 10/20/23 Prayer Podcasts: for the base ; for the officials AFB Web Site Edwards Air Force Base is a United States Air Force installation in California. Most of the base sits in Kern County, but its eastern end is in San Bernardino County and a southern arm is in Los Angeles County. The hub of the base is Edwards, California. The base was named after World War II USAAF veteran and test pilot Capt. Glen Edwards in 1950; prior to then the facility was named Muroc Air Force Base. It is the home of the Air Force Test Center, Air Force Test Pilot School, and NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center. It is the Air Force Materiel Command center for conducting and supporting research and development of flight, as well as testing and evaluating aerospace systems from concept to combat. It also hosts many test activities conducted by America's commercial aerospace industry. Basics ; demographics ; overall crime grade is D-; est. population [2024] 2,322 History “The center of the Aerospace testing Universe" Map of Edwards AFB Location of Edwards AFB in SBC Specific Prayer Points | Video of AFB Christian Chaplains bold in sharing the gospel; intercessors arise to pray for this base, transformation by the Gospel, not fall prey to the woke culture, prepared to fight in the air and through computers; find the Lord before battle; boldness in sharing their faith, revival breaks out among the soldiers Governed by US Air Force; wise leadership; full of integrity, higher standards, model what they expect their followers to do; property under SBC 1st District Crime issues : [2024] overall crime grade is D-; violent crime grade is F; property crime is D- and other crime is C; top issues are 6% assault; 19% theft; and 9% burglary significant numbers. Churches [not exhaustive] Oasis Christian Fellowship [Pastor Ron Slack] First Southern Baptist Church Edwards Air Force Base Church [Chapel on base] Assembly of God Church other churches nearby are in Lancaster, Boron and California city

updated 04/13/2025 Lake Arrowhead City Web Site Prayer Podcasts: for city ; for city officials ; for churches Location : east of Crestline, north of San Bernardino & Yucaipa; west of Big Bear Lake. Twin Peaks, Cedar Glen, Blue Jay, Skyforest, Agua Fria, Deer Lodge Park are smaller towns surrounding Lake Arrowhead. Visited often for its boating, fishing, hiking, village shopping, camping, dining and lodging. Demographics ; EST. Population [2024] 10,746; 70% white; 18% Hispanic; >1% African American, Native American & Asian; median age is 46; M:F ratio 48:51%; 72% own; 28% rent; average family is 3; 21% high school grad; 27% some college; 40% college degrees; 10% less than high school; $43K average annual income; 79% speak English; 15% Spanish; average household income is $61K; 58% married; 4% widowed, 12% divorced, 23% never married, 2% separated; 532 veterans [served 74% Vietnam; 6% Korea; 12% First Gulf War, 8% 2nd Gulf War History | Video Part 1 In 1826, Lake Arrowhead was known as Little Bear Valley when a fur trader and partner of Jedediah Smith visited the area. Paiute & Serrano Native American Indians lived in the mountains. Many skirmishes occurred between the visitors and Paiutes, the Serranos stayed out of the battles until they were attacked; many on both sides were killed. Eventually the settlers won the area. After that they began to log for lumber, have cattle ranches and build sawmills. Most of the work was done in the spring and summer months because the winters were too cold. In 1891, 3 businessmen chose to build a reservoir to supply water to the southern lowlands thus the Arrowhead Reservoir Company began. Later a dam was built that began in 1893. It was used as a semi-hydraulic fill dam with the concept to use the water for power. By 1912 the dam was 80% done but it took many more years to complete due its enormous needs. It required 60 miles of water conveyances and tunnels. Some problems with local ranchers and the State occurred causing the construction to stop. Later, Arrowhead Lake Company bought the area with the goal to make it into a recreation and residential area. Dam completed in 1923. The Village surrounding the lake began with a dance pavilion, outdoor movie theater, restaurant, beach and bath houses; hotels followed and a tavern and golf course. Many Hollywood stars stayed at the hotels and purchased secluded homes in the area. Films were often made in this area. It was a popular place with its new name Lake Arrowhead after World War II for servicemen to recuperate. In 1946, the owners of Santa Anita Racetrack bought the lake and surrounding properties. They created a Turf club and were known to be philanthropic donating to the Boy Scouts, Girls Scouts, churches and the hospital. The tavern was donated to the University of California which is currently a conference center. "The Alps of Southern California" Lake Arrowhead City map Location of Lake Arrowhead in SBC Specific Prayer Points | Lake Arrowhead Tourist View Environmental issues: fires, drought affecting the level of the lake Governed by: San Bernardino County 2nd District ; S upervisor; 8th Congressional District; State Senate District 23; State Assembly District 33; Schools/District : Rim of the World Unified School District, Rim of the World High school, Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate School, Lake Arrowhead elementary, Mt. Calvary Lutheran Early Education Center Crime issues : [2024] overall crime grade is C-; violent crime D; property crime is D; other crime is B+; top issues are theft 12% and burglary 6%. Poverty rate : [2024] 11.9% [CA average 12%]; over 85 highest rate 38%; children 6-17 26% Points of interest: Mountains Community Hospital, campgrounds, trails, fishing, Tudor Village Spiritual needs: Churches unite & experience revival, intercessors claim this city and surrounding towns for Christ, an awakening occurs among the believers, a hunger for the word and prayer, deep conviction of sin that brings about transformed lives and reformation in the city, acts of kindness lead people to Jesus, Christian bookstore thrives, laborers for the harvest, boldness to share the Gospel, signs and wonders be done in the name of Jesus that draws people to God because they see His power in action. Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] Church of the Woods [Pastor Rod Akins] Sandals Church - Lake Arrowhead [Pastor Ian Price] Lakeside Church [Non-denominational & evangelical , Pastor Mack Braden] Mt Calvary Lutheran [Pastor Randy Buecheler] Lake Arrowhead Community Presbyterian Church [Pastor Dr. William Stanley] Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church [Retreat Center, Retreat Facilitator, Terri MacDonald] Mountain Jewish Community [President Renee Lewis] UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge [couples, groups, retreat]

updated 04/13/2025 The land of Four Seasons. Prayer podcasts: for the city | for the officials A small mountain community located high in the San Gabriel Mountains, off of Interstate 15 take Highway 138 to Highway 2 (the Angeles Crest Highway) until you reach Wrightwood central. The region brings tourists from all over the world to enjoy the snow, Pacific Crest trail and Jackson Lake to name a few. Demographics : Estimated population [2024] 4,907. 83% white, 1% African American, 1% Native American; 1% Asian, 11% Hispanic; and 3% other. Overall crime grade is B- [see below for more details.] History The Serrano (Mountaineers) Indians (aka Yuharetum or the People of the Pines) lived there at first. After Spaniards came to the area, they took the Indians to San Bernardino, taught them their ways and customs in exchange for how they lived in the mountains. Considered self-sufficient hearty people. Known to say, "From the day the Creator placed us on Mother Earth we have lived in harmony with all living things and the spirit world our connection to the Great Mystery." Many of the Indians died from smallpox but were awarded San Manuel reservation and now reside there. After the Mexicans took over the area, Spaniards left, and then followed Nathan and Truman Swarthout, Mormons who ranched the area and left to return to Utah. The Swarthout valley is named after their pioneer time. Afterwards, the Wrights came to have ranches and sell apples. This is how the name Wrightwood came to be. Then the city became a destination for Southern Californians, especially in the winter months when there is snow. “Popular recreational destination for hiking, snow activities, camping, motorcycling and more. Can enjoy with families in the San Gabriel Mountains. Unwind and experience the majestic beauty.” Map of Wrightwood Location of Wrightwood in SBC Specific Prayer Points Spiritual issues: Ministers would pray together for the town and people; local believers would share their faith with boldness; lives shackled by drugs or alcohol would be set free; reformation begins in the hearts of the people, conviction of sin and repentance that leads to transformed lives, intercessors to arise to pray for this city, revival and an awakening Environmental issues: drought, snow, flooding, rockslides, road closures, Bridge fire affected them in 2024 Safety issues: vehicle & motorcycle accidents, on Highway 2, 138 and Interstate 15; many locals commute to work; hikers lost or hurt Poverty rate: [2024] 8.86% below CA Avg 12%; poorest are 12-17 at 20%; 18-59 at 13%; children under 6 at 12% Crime issues : [2024] overall crime grade is C; violent crime is B; property crime is D+ and other crime is B+; top crime issues is theft at 12% Governed by : 1st District San Bernardino County & Wrightwood Community Services District School district : Snowline Points of interest: Mountain High Snow resort ; Mountain Biking ; Pacific Crest Trail; Wrightwood Friends of the Library ; Wrightwood Historical Society ; Sambridge Vineyards ; Wrightwood Arts Center Churches Community United Methodist – Pastor David Conrad Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church - Fr. Joachim The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints– town history began with Mormons Camps Camp Wrightwood – any faith can use the facilities Mount Kare Camp - enabling people to experience the truth of the Gospel and the loving kindness of Jesus in an environment where the still small voice of God can be heard Camp Edward L Kopszywa - YMCA Lions Camps at Teresita Pines - to provide beautiful mountain facilities for group camping, emphasizing the needs of the disabled. AYF Camp Big Pines - established to provide an opportunity for Armenian youth living in the Diaspora to learn their history, reconnect with their heritage and foster life-long friendships New Journey Camp & Retreat Center - Hawthorne Youth Camp - a Christian camp, and one of our goals is to provide a phenomenal camping experience for everyone. It is our aim to create a safe environment in which campers can experience God's love and respond to His call upon their lives.

updated 04/13/2025 City Web Site Prayer podcasts: for the city | for the officials Lucerne Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) and valley landform in the southern Mojave Desert. It is located 35 miles south of Barstow, 45 miles northwest of Yucca Valley on State Highway 247, 15 miles southeast of Apple Valley and approximately 20 miles north of Big Bear Lake on Highway 18. The intersection of Highways (State Routes) 18 and 247 is a central point for the community, and adjacent to the downtown commercial center. DEMOGRAPHICS : Est. population [2024] 2,777. median age 40; 52%M; 48%F; $32K median income; almost 3 average per household; 47% married; 33% never married; 15% divorced; 6% widowed; average house $161K; 83% high school grad or higher; 66% white; 21% Hispanic; African American & Asian 2%; American Indian 1.5%; other 8%; 64% own; 36% rent History Piute, Chemehuevi and Serrano Indians were the original natives. In 1867, there was a battle at Chimney Rock (north edge of Rabbit Dry Lake) that caused the Indians to retreat leaving the area to pioneers. There is a historical marker on the highway at the east end of Rabbit Dry Lake. This is home of the Chimney Rock Massacre that culminated in 1867. In 1873, five men found Rabbit Springs and claimed it and the land. In 1884 Peter Davidson operated a Way Station that travelers could use to get water, news, or rest. "Uncle Pete" died in 1906. In 1886, W.W. Brown brought his family and stayed at "Uncle Pete's" until they could secure some land called Box S. In 1896 Al Swarthout acquired the Box S land intending to raise cattle but it lacked water. Swarthout and a friend found a place about 15 miles to the east, which had even more water and lots of forage. After one year he gave up the Box S and moved to Old Woman Springs Ranch. (There is a saying that the Indians used to leave their old people camped there while the young ones went into the mountains after pinion nuts.) In 1897 Goulding arrived with his family and proved the soil was fertile, planting an apple orchard, vegetable garden and alfalfa fields. He raised cows, horses and other animals. He dug a well which proved to be artesian. In 1905 he named the area Lucerne Valley because of his success in growing alfalfa which is also known as lucerne. He is considered the founder. In 1907 Goulding legally established Lucerne Valley School District. He also donated land for a new school where the Baptist church is now located. Lucerne Valley Post Office was established in 1912 and is now in its permanent location on Highland Ave. south of Highway 18. A Volunteer Fire Department was organized during WW2, along with Fire Watchers, Sky Watchers, Plane Watchers, and Civil Defense. In 1949 more houses and commercial buildings erected. Athene Sieswerda planted pistachio trees. “Home of the Chimney Rock Massacre in 1867." Map of Lucerne Valley Location of Lucerne Valley in SBC Specific Prayer Points Economic issues : 7.8% unemployment [ [national average 6%] Governed by: Staff (csa29.com) & District 3 San Bernardino County Crime issues : [2024] overall crime is D-; violent crime is F; property crime F; other crime B+; top issues are assault 6%; theft 24% very high; burglary 8% high. Poverty Rate : [2024] 35.6% [very high average in CA is 12%]; adults 18-59 yrs. 35%; 60-74 yrs. 26%; children under 6 at 50% [very high] Schools/Board : Lucerne Valley School District, Lucerne Valley Elementary; Lucerne Valley Middle High School; Mountain View High School. Charter schools: Alta Vista Innovation High school; Elite Academic Academy, Gorman Learning Center, Granite Mountain, Sky Mountain, Virtual Prep Academy at Lucerne Points of interest : Lucerne Valley Memorial Park ; Lucerne Valley Parks & Recreation ; Lucerne Valley Museum ; Lucerne Valley California Drug and Alcohol Rehab Treatment Centers; Pine Ridge Treatment Center Lucerne Valley; Lucerne Valley Lion's Club Spiritual issues: repentance for the Chimney Rock Massacre, reconciliation with the Indian tribes, spirit of murder and drug abuse overcome by the Holy Spirit transforming lives, conviction of sin/repentance and grace/mercy to reform the area, bring in new life and jobs, hope and health, economic renewal, creative ways for the churches to unify and see growth & revival Churches [not exhaustive] Calvary Bible Church [ICFA Intl.] St Paul Catholic Church of Lucerne Valley [Pastor: Rev. Delwyn G. Haroldson, C.R.] Lucerne Valley Community Church [Pastor Richard Wood; Church of Christ Seventh Day Adventist Church of Lucerne Valley [Pastor Larry Christoffel] Crossroads Chapel Lucerne [Church of God of Prophecy,Pastor W. Scott Creasy] Saint Joseph Monastery [Vietnamese]

updated 04/21/2025 Prayer podcasts: for the city ; for the officials ; for churches/ministries Joshua Basin Water District (jbwd.com) National Park Web site | National Web site Joshua Tree is a census-designated place (CDP); population est. 6,767 [2024]; approximately 2,700 feet above sea level, located in the High Desert of California; center of business district is on Route 62. It is east of Yucca Valley and west of Twentynine Palms; off Interstate 10 then Highway 62. Two distinct desert ecosystems, the Mojave and the Colorado, come together in the Joshua Tree National Park. Contains a variety of plants and animals that face strong winds and torrential rain, expansive night skies, with great cultural history, and geological features in this wilderness area. Bordered to the north by Twentynine Palms Marine Corps Base, partially on the east by the City of Twentynine Palms and Copper Mountain, on the south by the Joshua Tree National Park, on the southwest by the Town of Yucca Valley and on the northwest by the eastern boundary of the Homestead Valley Community Plan area; 76 miles east of San Bernardino and 32 miles northeast of Palm Springs. Mission statement : Encourage and promote plans for future healthy development of our village and our business community while protecting our environment; to remain well-respected by the community, responsive to our members and appreciative of the countless hours donated by our volunteers to assist in making our organization successful. Continue our efforts to promote Joshua Tree as an international tourist destination and a mecca for outdoor activities, while adhering to the principles of "Eco-Tourism" to ensure the protection of our natural wonders. Demographics : The average household income in Joshua Tree is $55,591 with a poverty rate of 26.31%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $896 per month, and the median house value is $150,100. The median age in Joshua Tree is 40.1 years, 39.1 years for males, and 40.7 years for females. White 72%; Hispanic 19%; Asian 1%; African American 1%; Other 7%; 21% high school graduates; 14% <high school; some college 36%; associate and above degrees 26%; average earning $29K; poverty rate 26% History Became a national monument in 1936, local and regional residents were primary park visitors. As Southern California grew so did park visitation. Expanded automobile traffic found its way to the area. Weekend Californians came to the desert to enjoy the clean, clear air, but also to confiscate various species of cactus for their home landscaping. When Mrs. Minerva Hamilton Hoyt, a wealthy California society matron saw the devastation left by these weekend visitors, she persuaded President Franklin D. Roosevelt to protect this area by proclaiming it a national monument on August 10th, 1936. After the California Desert Protection Act occurred, the Joshua Tree National Monument gained National Park Status and grew to 105,900 acres its rise to prominence was complete. Joshua Tree now lies within a three-hour drive of more than 18 million people. As a next-door neighbor to the massive Los Angeles area, Joshua Tree has naturally become a very popular getaway, but the park remains a wonderfully low-key place, 75 percent of its land designated wilderness. 800,000 acres of mystical beauty, Joshua Tree National Park is undoubtedly one of the world’s most incredible natural desert treasures Map of Joshua Tree Location of Joshua Tree in SBC Specific Prayer Points Environmental issues: air pollution, wind, heavy rains, wildflower bloom Governed by: Meet the Board Members - Joshua Basin Water District (jbwd.com) ; District 3 San Bernardino County ; 03_Joshua_Tree_CAG_2020pdf.pdf (countywideplan.com) Schools/District: Morongo Unified School district ; Joshua Tree Elementary, Friendly Hills Elementary School; remaining schools are in Twentynine Palms Crime issues : [2024] overall crime grade D; violent crime D-, property crime D-, other crime B, top crime issues are theft 19% high; 6% burglary; 5% assault Poverty rate : [2024] 22.6% [10% above CA avg. 12%] 17% male & 27% female poverty level; highest rates in children under 18 Points of interest: Joshua Tree National Park , Joshua Tree Retreat Center [super yoga, mental physics] Spiritual needs: pastors connect & pray together to encourage and build unity; their congregations pray together; intercessors arise to claim this area for Jesus; recovery groups for those dealing with addictions, deliverance from strongholds, a move of the Lord in the churches to bring the lost to salvation; an awakening to those that know Him but aren't doing anything; baptism of fire that brings transformation and reformation in the city and national park Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] Faith Lutheran church First Baptist Church Lighthouse Christian Center Sky View Chapel Church of God - Family Christian Center [Church of God; Pastor Abe Casiano, Jr.] St. Christopher of the Desert Church on the Hill [Pastor Richard Wahlberg]

updated 04/13/2025 Running Springs City Web Site RUNNING SPRINGS This is a mountain community nestled in the the San Bernardino Mountains. It is located off of 18 and 330 with access to Lake Arrowhead, Arrowbear, Green Valley Lake, and Big Bear, and closest community to Snow Valley Mountain Resort with an elevation of 6,030 feet. There is no primary industry, yet it has service industries focused more to the tourist market. It also has the summer camp, Pali Adventures, which is an outdoor education program known as Pali Institute. Along with Green Valley Lake & Arrowbear, it is a bedroom community for commuters employed the cities down the mountain and prefer to live away from the smog and pollution. Running Springs is a member community of the Rim of the World, an inhabited stretch of the San Bernardino National Forest. The Rim (as it is locally known) extends from Crestline to Big Bear, a distance of some 30 miles. Demographics ; estimated population [2024] 5,043; 75% white; 12% Hispanic; 3% African American; Asian 2%; Other 7%; M:F [50:50%]; 66% own their homes; average family size is 3; 20% high school grad; 38% some college; 35% college degrees; $32K average earnings; 95% speak English only; median income per household $60K; 50% married; 7% widowed; 19% divorced; 21% never married. Map of Running Springs Location of Runnings Springs in SBC History Logging began in the region in 1890 and was called “Hunsaker Flats”. Immigrants moving to orange groves of Redlands needed the logging industry for box crates and building lumber from the San Bernardino Mountains. The Highland Lumber Company, which later became the Bookings Lumber Company did most of the logging from Running Springs to Green Valley Lake. They used to transport logs to the mill located in what is now Fredalba and Smiley Park, south of Running Springs. Lumber was hauled down the “City Creek Toll Road,” which later named Highway 330. After logging died down in the 1920s, property investors began purchasing land for subdivisions for vacation properties and camps. As the population in the cities below grew, San Bernardino Mountains became a destination for recreation and year-round living. “Come and discover the majesty of the Running Springs Area, the “Gateway to the San Bernardino’s!" Specific Prayer Points | Video Spiritual: Spirit of repentance fall upon the believers and unbelievers, repent and turn to God and experience transformed lives by the Gospel; healing, deliverance from bondages, City Council: Under 2nd District San Bernardino County Schools: Charles Hoffman Elementary in Running Springs, Rim of the Word High School, and Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate School, in Lake Arrowhead. Crime Statistics : [2024] overall crime is C-; violent crime is D+; property crime isD and other crime is A-; top crime issues are theft 15% and burglary 5% Poverty Rate : [2024] 14.1% >2.1 over CA Avg 12% Points of Interest: Visitor's Guide ; Keller Peak, Exploration Trail; Little Green Valley trail; National Children's Forest to Slide Peak, areas for Mountain Biking, Churches [not exhaustive] Springs of Life Church [Pastor Andrew Field] Calvary Chapel Running Springs [Pastor Adam Rodman] Running Springs Assembly of God [Gerry Smarte, Pastor] Rim of the World church [Pastor Michael Wieszchowski] St. Anne in the Mountains Catholic Church & Retreat Center [Rev. Michal Osuch, C.R]

updated 04/13/2025 Sugarloaf City Chamber of Commerce Web Site Prayer podcasts: for the city | for the officials Location : An unincorporated community residential area less than a mile south of Big Bear City and 8 miles from the eastern tip of Big Bear Lake in the San Bernardino Mountains. Primarily residential with a convenience store and a post office located at the center of the community around 7,096 feet. The name of the town is taken from the nearby mountain, Sugarloaf. The mountain is so called because it appeared to some to bear a resemblance to a sugarloaf. During the olden days, sugar was sold in pieces of a loaf. Demographics ; estimated population [2024] 2,037; median age 45; 45%M; 55% F; 22% households with children; average income $58K; 12% below poverty; 42% high school grad; 34% some college; 20% college degrees; 33% never married; 39% married; 10% widowed; 17% divorced; 85% white; 14% Hispanic; 1% other. Sugarloaf City map Location of Sugarloaf city in SBC History Subdivided in the 1940s. Campsites turned into properties. Remained a suburb of Big Bear City & Lake. Tourist spot for vacation homes, full time homeowners, and caring community. Specific Prayer Points | Video Spiritual: Intercessors rise up and pray for this city; Bible studies from the many churches in Big Bear city & Lake to rise up and minister to this suburb; transformed lives by the Gospel; evangelism boldness, deliverance from drugs and any other addictions. Governed by: Big Bear City Community Services District ; Bear Valley Community Healthcare District ; District 3 – Dawn Rowe Schools: Bear Valley Unified School District Points of Interest: Sugarloaf Mountain & Trail Crime statistics : [2024] overall crime grade is D+; violent crime is D; property crime is D and other crime is A-; top crime issues are theft 16% and burglary 6% Poverty rate : [2024] 28% [16% over CA Avg 12%] 584 people below poverty level Churches [not exhaustive] Churches in Big Bear City & Big Bear Lake

updated 04/13/2025 Pinon Hills City Community Service District web site Prayer podcast: for the city | for the officials Location : west of Phelan off of Highway 138; 28 miles east of Palmdale, and 15 miles west of the Cajon Pass and Interstate 15, 25 miles of Hesperia and Victorville. Piñon Hills is in a tri-community that consists of Piñon Hills, Phelan, and Wrightwood. The elevation is 4,173 feet. Pinon Hills-area historical earthquake activity is significantly above California state average. It is 7534% greater than the overall U.S. average. Demographics : estimated population [2024] 7,149; 59% white; 34% Hispanic; Asian 5%; 243 veterans; 73% owners; 27% rent; M:F ratio 47:53%; median age is 44; median household income $67K; average per person income $27K; median house cost $369K; median rent $1100; average household 3 people; 57%; married; 4% separated; 22% never married; divorced 7%; widowed 9%; 90% high school grad or higher; 20% college degrees Map of Pinon Hills Location of Pinon Hills in SBC History • Originally named “Border Town” because of its location on the county line • Homesteaders and cattle ranchers settled the area • Area sometimes referred to as Horine Springs after prominent family • Developed Smithson Springs Water Company • Area began to be referred to as Smithson Springs • Renamed to “Desert Springs” • Post office confusion with Desert Hot springs led to current name • Renamed to “Pinon Hills” after the Pinyon Pines “Where the Desert Meets the Mountains” Specific Prayer Points Environmental issues: earthquakes Governed by: Board of Directors of Community Services District ; considering combining Phelan and Pinon Hills | 1st District County Supervisor Schools/District: Snowline Joint Unified School district ; Pinon Hills Elementary, Pinon Mesa Middle; attend schools in Phelan Crime issues : [2024] overall crime grade is D+; violent crime grade D; property crime D- and other crime A-; top issues are 19% very high theft & burglary 5% Poverty rate : [2024] 19.6% [> 7. 6% CA average 12%] highest among children <18 and 19% 18-59 years Points of interest: Phelan Senior Center Spiritual points : for more churches to rise up to minister to this city of almost 8K people; for intercessors to claim this town for Christ, for laborers to reach this demographic group; supportive ministries to help people recover from addictions, abuse, deliverance and power of the Holy Spirit to set them free; ministries that focus on findings ways for them to replace their physical cravings for Jesus and His love; to get them involved with ministering to others, for pastors to work together and pray; for people to unite in prayer and build bridges; a spiritual awakening and revival Churches [not exhaustive] Shepherd's Call Baptist church [Pastor Stephen Jenney] The Door Ministry [non-denominational] Nearby churches in Phelan & Wrightwood