During September and October, join us in praying for a decrease in crime and violence in every city in our county. "Because lawlessness increased, the love of many will grow cold." Matt. 24:12 ESV Last year, we prayed for the crime to go down in every city. This year, we'll see what changed: improve, get worse or stay the same. We'll look at current news, patterns, economic, political, & environmental issues that might be affecting the outcomes. Will you take a moment each day to pray that the love of believers will get hot so that violence will decrease. May our county be known as a SAFE place to live. Short Prayer Podcasts are linked by day below. Helpful Resources Prayers for Violence in Cities - theusawatch.com California Supervisor Admits Proposition 47 Linked to Crime Wave | The Epoch Times 15 Prayers for a Violent World | Christianity Today The Golden State's Rising Violent Crime Problem (govdelivery.com)

updated 4/2/24 City Web Site - Currently unincorporated, many of the town's political activists are pushing for Bloomington to attain cityhood, while the nearby cities of Rialto to the north, Fontana to the west; and Colton to the east; located in the center of 4 Interstates, 10, 210, 215 and 15. Demographics: Est. population 22,103 [2022]. 45% Hispanic; 14% white; 35% other; 1% black <1 Asian & American Indian; median age 33; M:F 51:48%;; 68% own; 32% rent; 42% 3.3% than CA avg 15%] M 16%; F 20%; 18-59 yrs 16%; 60-74 yrs 17% Spiritual needs: Churches unite & experience revival; great harvest of souls with laborers for the harvest; more Spanish speaking churches; creative combined efforts to reach those who are poor, have addictions and need jobs; intercessors to arise and claim this city for Christ; weekly Bible studies for accountability and spiritual growth; Bible teachers arise to explain the Word in practical ways; a place where people can be authentic, pray for one another and have genuine fellowship that empowers them to keep their faith, children feel emboldened to share their faith; an awakening to those who are "sitting", a holy reverential fear of God to sweep the believers that transforms their lives and brings reformation to the city Churches [not exhaustive] Truth Tabernacle Church Calvary Missionary Baptist Church The Bridge Church St. Charles Borromeo Pentecostal Church of God Congregational UCC Bethel Apostolic Community Celestial Church of Christ New Testament Baptist Church

For the month of March, Monday-Thursday, we will focus our prayers on the seven major social influencers in America: government, media, arts/entertainment, business, education, religion & family. To see real change in our families, communities, cities, and county, there needs to be four significant movements. Those that believe in Jesus awaken to do the work of the ministry with boldness and urgency. As a result, those that don't believe come to the Lord and we see a revival. That awakened believers then disciple the newly saved and their lives are transformed by the Lord. Lastly, as a result of Christians shining their light, new believers experiencing new life in Christ, cities will be reformed by their new behavior. On Fridays, we will continue to pray for local news. Praying for an awakening of believers, a revival to the unsaved, transformation in both lives, resulting in reformation in their communities. Post a prayer request and/or a prayer for a topic in the comments at the end of this page. Prayer Challenge Mar. 28 - People in Government & Elections Reform our Community podcast. Praying today for those transformed by the work of God, in government and in this year’s elections, would begin to follow Jesus despite opposition and naysayers.  That they would ask “what would Jesus do” with their positions, authority & responsibility? Imagine the impact it would have on our cities & county! How the disgruntled at government would begin to see a glimmer of hope! How people would be valued for their input to improve their region! How officials could bring laws and regulations that raise standards, respect for law and their environment! How the corrupt would be exposed and the ethical remain! Mar. 27 - Transform people involved with Government & Elections pocast. Today let’s pray for the newly saved and those now on fire for nothing to stop them, not even the gates of hell, nor opposition, persecution or naysayers.  Picture them full of the armor of God, strong and courageous, no weapon formed against them does them harm.  Instead, they stand, speak boldly, because they have the greatest treasure in the world.  They want to share it with others and make an impact in the government and the elections. Mar. 26: Revive people involved with Government & Elections podcast. Imagine politicians, mayors, county supervisors, city council members, and those campaigning for elected positions getting saved!  How many local, county, state and national changes would be affected for good!  Imagine those who once were like Saul, seeking ill intent on those who were righteous, having a come to Jesus moment! What decisions would be made? How our communities would change! Stricter adherence to regulations. Voters getting a voice and being heard. Caring about the constituents and area of oversight more than the paycheck.  Having the zeal that may have initially got them into this field in the first place, to make significant strides to uphold the constitution.  Let’s  contend for their souls to first see the need of a Savior, repent of their sins, say yes to Jesus as Lord and Savior of their lives and begin a new life in Christ that would affect our cities. Mar. 25 - Awaken People involved with Government & Elections podcast. We focus our prayers today on the people in government who hide the light of Jesus because of the bureaucracy, pressure, culturally pushed agendas.  Perhaps they too lost their saltiness due to what they see inside the government agencies, the waste, the lack of high standards, the greed, the wickedness and so much more.  Perhaps the corruption they see has caused them to lose focus, feel hopeless and lack zeal for God.  Inwardly they know they want to make good changes but end up complying for the sake of a paycheck.  Now they are caught in the web spinning into a chokehold.  Lifeless, they feel like giving up.  Why try?  We pray the Lord blows the 4 winds of the Spirit, like in the Valley of dry bones causing a new infilling of the life of the Spirit to wake up. That they become emboldened  to do what’s right even in the face of opposition.  That they rise up with renewed fervor and light, that the works of darkness would be exposed and replaced with godliness. May this awakening shake them so much, that those in their sphere of influence in the government will also experience a shaking. Mar. 21 - People in Education & Entertainment Reform our community podcast. Praying today for those transformed by the work of God, in education and in entertainment, arts & sports, would begin to follow Jesus despite the costs.  That they would ask “what would Jesus do” with my talents and skills? Imagine the impact it would have on our society! How students would learn. How films would be made and developed. How lyrics would be written and sung. How sports would be moderate in all things. How artwork would display the handiwork of God! And how many on the sidelines who need Jesus would be saved.      Lk. 6:46 “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you? 2 Cor. 5:15 And he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised. Eph. 5:17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Mar. 20 - Transform people involved with Education & Entertainment podcast. Picture the faculty of the schools in your neighborhood or who teach your children or grandkids, nieces or nephews.  Now picture them all excited about their newfound faith in Christ.  Envision those who once were lukewarm now on fire for God.  Who are those that entertain you? Singers, actors, producers, sports players, artists.  Picture them with a smile so infectious because they just discovered the pearl of great price – Jesus.  They found out and believed He died for their sins sacrificially, lovingly and knocked at the door of their hearts.  Now they are fellowshipping.  They want to share this with others.  But how? And what will people say? Today let’s pray for the newly saved and those now on fire for nothing to stop them, not even the gates of hell, nor opposition, persecution or naysayers.  Picture them full of the armor of God, strong and courageous, no weapon formed against them does them harm.  Instead, they stand, speak boldly, because they have the greatest treasure in the world.  They want to share it with others. Mar. 19 - Revive people involved with Education & Entertainment podcast. Imagine teachers, administrators, teacher unions and people in the department of education getting saved!  How many students, faculty, parents and future leaders would be affected for good!  Imagine celebrities, directors, producers, writers, actors, sports players, artists getting saved! What movies, TV shows, videos would be made? How would games be played? Who would get the honor? How would the money be distributed? Today we pray for the salvation of those in education and entertainment.  Let’s  contend for their souls to first see the need of a Savior, repent of their sins, say yes to Jesus as Lord and Savior of their lives and begin a new life in Christ that would affect all of society. Mar. 18 - Awaken People involved with Education & Entertainment podcast. Two other areas that influence our society are education and entertainment.  The long-term reach of education affects every member of society. The long-armed reach of entertainment, including sports and arts, extends to every person in society. Both influencers can promote good or evil. We focus our prayers today on the people who have lost their salt as believers.  Those who shy away from sharing their faith to avoid persecution.  The ones who tend to comply with the pressures from their employers, who promote ideologies against God.  Inwardly they know it is against what they know is wrong but for the sake of employment, go along with it. We pray they wake up. Get encouraged to do what’s right even in the face of opposition.  Rise up and let their light shine so bright, that the works of darkness will be revealed and snuffed out. May this awakening so shake them, that those around will give glory to God. Mar. 14 - Podcast. In the book, “In His Steps” by Charles Sheldon, two of the characters changed their city by doing what they felt Jesus would do.  One was an editor in the newspaper media, the other was a manager in the Railroad business.  The editor changed some of the content and ads they ran that caused many ruffled feathers.  The manager changed the cafeteria room to provide a healthier environment for his employees and started a Bible study for those interested. Imagine what would happen if the people working in our commerce and media arenas would begin to do what Jesus would do?  If you prayed yesterday, keep the memory of those you encounter in business and those you listen to or watch in the media, as you lift them up to see reform in our community. Lk. 6:46; 2 Cor. 5:15; Eph. 5:17 Mar. 13 - Podcast. Picture the people who serve you at restaurants & all the staff that goes into making your dish. Include the people you get your hair cut, grocers who check your food, mechanics who repair your cars, trash collectors who pick up your garbage every week, retail clerks who tab your bill and other people who frequently see you for a business transaction.  Then add those you listen to or watch for information.  Bring them to memory as we pray for God to transform their lives.  To do such a work in them that they are not the same, away from cold and lukewarm to hot love for God.  People who now want to do God’s will and not their  own.  Those newly saved so on fire for the Lord spill over into the lives of those around them, affecting how they do business or report information in the media. Rom. 12:2; 2 Cor. 5:17; 2 Cor. 3:18 Mar. 12 - Podcast. When you get service, products or food from businesses and the personnel give you a deadpan face, what do you do? Are you one of those that tries to make them laugh or write a bad review for the lack of zeal in their customer service? Imagine if we prayed for the Lord to revive these people who have so much influence with the community. First, that they would come to know the Lord and then share that newfound faith with others.  How about media personnel? What areas of influence they have! Praying for them to get saved could change the way we hear information. Today let’s contend for the souls of those who are in commerce and media to repent of their sins, say yes to Jesus as Lord and Savior of their lives and begin a new life in Christ. Ps. 85:6; Is. 57:15; Ps. 80:19 Mar. 11 - Podcast. Two other areas that influence our society are the business sector and the media.  How does commerce affect us?  Think of all the businesses in our county.  San Bernardino county majors in distribution and delivery. Consider all the medical & dental services, grocery stores, the restaurant sector, retail stores, auto companies, furniture outlets and all the places providing repairs and maintenance and so much more.  Media encompasses the printed & social media platforms, online, radio, and all other formats that provide information.  Today we focus on praying for those who are believers but asleep and work in the field of commerce & media. We pray they awake, become bold and courageous in their faith, unashamed of the gospel.  May the Lord light the fires that once burned bright and clear. Scriptures: Mark 9:50; Col. 4:6; Matt. 5:16; Eph. 5:14 Mar. 8 - Podcast. Highlights of past week’s local news. Murder/Attempts: A body was found in Mirage after a vehicle fire. The same place where 6 men were murdered by 5 other men who have been charged. Another man was shot and killed in San Bernardino. Man arrested for attempting murder in Bloomington.  Crime/Arrests: San Bernardino County alerting residents to watch for phone payment scam acting as DMV. New operation occurring to stop illegal off-highway vehicles happened in Lytle Creek. A woman committed robbery in Upland and brought her 2 children. 2 females arrested for multi-county retail theft. Big fraud scheme on several low-income housing projects now going to foreclose. Family lost all their belongings in a U-Haul fire. Woman stole over $1,200 from Target in Chino. Registered sex offender who preyed underage girls online seeking more victims. Suspect of grand theft auto in Upland arrested. Man arrested for causing a structure fire in Joshua Tree. After a wild pursuit, suspect arrested in Fontana. In Wrightwood, another mom caught with  drugs while driving her son. 4 points to pray for news: people involved & affected, future prevention and protection by those who can, powers to raise standards & make ethical decisions. Mar. 7 - Podcast. Today we pray for our family and church to reform. But what does it mean? Its definition says to make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.  Following in the heels of the pledge, what would happen if we committed to ask, “what would Jesus do? And then do it?” Reformation, change, would occur in our sphere of influence and would create a ripple effect. May our families and church people seek to answer this question and obey. What amazing changes we would see! Lk. 6:46 “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you? 2 Cor. 5:15 And he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised. Eph. 5:17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Mar. 6 - Podcast. Another word for metamorphosis is transformation.  Like the caterpillar that goes through this process to become a butterfly, so we too go through a change that is unseen.  We become new creatures; old things passed away.  We are different from what we were.  How did that happen? 2 Cor. 3:18 answers, And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.  Pray with the podcast or on your own for transformation to occur in our families and church. That we would see people so changed, the world will take notice. Prayer points: not conformed to this world, renew their mind, hunger to read God’s word, able to discern good & evil, old things no longer desire, the things of this world become distasteful, sensitive to what the Lord approves and disapproves, know that God’s boundaries provide protection, founded on love not fear; fears quenched by His love; able to love others from an understanding of God’s love; deliverance from oppression. Rom. 12:2; 2 Cor. 5:17; 2 Cor. 3:18; Gal. 2:20 Mar. 5 - Podcast. Our prayer focus today is on people in our family and church who need to be revived. Prayer points: passionate desire to go to church, willingness to express their worship to the Lord by singing and praising freely, hunger to learn God's word and apply it, quick and instant repentance as the Holy Spirit convicted them of sin, desire to reconcile with brothers and sisters in Christ, awed by God's mercy, quick to forgive others and accepted the Lord's forgiveness, sought ways to do acts of kindness and gave generously, possessed a childlike faith, as they prayed for others' needs, eager to share the gospel and newfound faith with others, unafraid of the possible rejection, feeling of newness, a first love, a fresh start, needed the fellowship with other believers and made time for it and conviction of habits that needed to stop and supernatural ability to turn from them. Ps. 85:6, Is. 57:15; Ps. 80:19; Ps. 51:10; Ps. 19:7 Mar. 4 - Podcast. we intercede for Family & Church. Today we emphasize the need for those who know the Lord to awaken.  The valley of dry bones story stems from Ezekiel 37.  For a condensed version, the Lord takes Ezekiel to a valley full of bones that were very dry.  The Lord explained the bones represented the people of Israel whose hope was gone and cut off; they felt dried up, useless; lifeless; almost dead. Through Ezekiel he told to listen to the word of the Lord.  He was going to:  make them alive with the breath of God, give them tendons and cover them with skin that they would know He was THE Lord. He referred to them as “slain” as if they had been in a battle and felt defeated. But after He gave them life, they arose as a vast army. So as we pray today, think of those in your family and church who feel this way, who need a touch from God to bring new life to places of despair, of defeat, or of deadening.  Let’s ask the Lord to awaken them and fill them up so much they would be like the 120 on the day of Pentecost – fresh, alive and ready to share their faith anew. Mar 1 - Podcast. Highlights of past week’s local news.  Several deaths occurred, a Fontana armed man was killed by police in Upland, 2 homicides found in Spring Valley Lake, Rialto man shot and drove to Fontana. In San Bernardino, | Redlands | Highland | Loma Linda | Adelanto | Barstow multiple arrest for seizures of meth and firearms. A woman vandalized Rancho Cucamonga businesses and attacked deputy during arrest. Two commercial burglars were arrested in Fontana. The standoff in Apple Valley ended peacefully. Man from 29 Palms possessed tear gas and domestic assault. A 15-year-old stole a car and took the police on a wild chase in Victorville. A Barstow man tried to outrun the police at over 130 mph also with a stolen vehicle.  Many automobile accidents and tragedies on the freeways especially on the Cajon pass.

Most Current Topic In Psalm 107 we read of some seamen struggling in a tempestuous storm. “Lord, help!” they cried in their trouble, and He saved them from their distress. He calmed the storm to a whisper and stilled the waves. [Ps. 107:28-29] During this holiday season, families face many pressures, with wars, economic issues, climate patterns, family dynamics. Easily we could feel the waves around us are out of control. We have choices; get overwhelmed or cry out to the One who can calm the storm to a whisper. In November and December, our prayer focus will be on the current issues confronting families. Instead of giving into the internal and external stresses attacking the family, let's join together, petitioning the Lord for peace in the storms. Monday through Friday we'll provide a podcast, prayer points, scriptures and resources on a different focused family topic. The podcast is a tool to help you participate in prayer. Use it as a platform to add your own petitions. Please encourage others to join us in interceding. “Lord, help!” they cried in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. He calmed the storm to a whisper and stilled the waves. Ps. 107:28-29 You're not alone! If you face a family dilemma, know that there are others praying with you and for you. We don't have to go through hardships by ourselves. Let's bear one another's burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ. [Gal. 6:9] Post a prayer request and/or a prayer for a topic in the comments at the end of this page. MOST CURRENT TOPIC BELOW Topic/date: Fri, 12/29th - FAMILIES AS LIGHTHOUSES [spark a fire, spread His love, shine in the darkness] Family topic podcast: Families become lighthouses who want to pass on God’s love, sparking a fire of revival and bold to shine in the darkness. Scriptures: Matt. 5:14-16; John 8:12; Acts 13:47; Eph. 5:8 Prayer points: pray for your neighbors as a family; take prayer walks; look for ways to be a light to those around you; do simple acts of kindness; when encountering a neighbor offer to pray for them or ask if they have something they need in prayer; invite them over for a meal or coffee or tea; pray for divine encounters, ask questions, seek to get to know them & build relationship. Resources: Your Home: A Lighthouse - Via Families (weavefamily.org); A House of Prayer for All Neighbors — GOSPEL FAMILY MINISTRIES; It Only Takes A Spark Song Lyrics | Divine Hymns | Gospel Song Lyrics Topic/date: Thu, 12/28th - LEAVING A LEGACY [Living to Pass on the Torch of Godliness] Family topic podcast: Leaving a legacy [Living to Leave behind what matters to God] Scriptures: Ps. 112:1-3; Matt. 6:20-21; Prov. 13:22 Prayer points: to leave a godly legacy to the next generation: disciple, encourage, equip, resource, empower, position for success, reaffirm, remind what to do, point to Jesus, reassure, release, rejoice with them, share the hope you have in Christ and in your future heaven home. Resources: Leaving a Legacy: 10 Things I Want To Be Remembered For (whatchristianswanttoknow.com); 4 Ways to Pass Down a Spiritual Legacy - Kathy Howard; 12 Steps To Leaving A Godly Legacy To The Next Generation | Brian Dodd on Leadership Topic/date: Wed, 12/27th - INSTILL VALUES [It's never too late to share] Family topic podcast:  Instilling values [what standards do we live by and expect at home] Scriptures: Deut. 6:6-7; Prov. 22:6; 1 Tim. 5:8; Col. 3:20; 1 Tim. 3:5 Prayer points: increase prayer for your family, keep a journal of requests, list the praises, increase faith with God’s promises; regularly repent and teach that; show unconditional love, forgive daily, serve others and take family along; tithe & donate; have family nights, show your faith. Resources: Building your family on Christian values and principles - FamilyToday Topic/date: Tue, 12/26th - TIME WASTED OR TIME WELL SPENT [living with no regrets] Family topic podcast: Making the most of every opportunity with our families Scriptures: Ps. 88:13; Prov. 16:3; 16:9; John 16:13 Prayer points: meditate on Eph. 5:15-16 letting it sink into our hearts; seek the Lord for ways to make the most of our time, paying attention to opportunities, identifying what we do that wastes time and replacing it with what matters more that exhibits love for God and for people. Resources:4 Biblical Truths to Help You Use Time Wisely (livingbydesign.org) Topic/date: Frid, 12/22nd - EMPTY NESTERS & RETIRED [Now what?] Family topic podcast: Empty nesters [Finding new normal, keeping active & persisting in prayer] Scriptures: Phil. 1:6; 2 Cor.10:10; Prov. 22:6 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Tips For Empty Nesters | How to Prepare for the Empty Nest (emptynestblessed.com); 7 Powerful Encouragements for the Empty Nester (crosswalk.com); Your Empty Nest Is God’s Opportunity | Christianity Today; Are you facing the empty nest? 10 Scriptures you need + hope! - Christi Gee Topic/date: Wed, 12/20th - TEENAGERS [Questions! Answers? Trusted Source?] Family topic podcast: teenagers 12-19 [grounded in the Word, supportive families & God’s love for them] Scriptures: James 1:21–26; Eph. 3;14-21; 1 Cor. 15:33 Prayer points: find faith in God and his love; find answers in the Word; sexual purity; filter sources; find safe family members to talk to; healthy peers; able to stand their ground despite pressure to conform; find beauty through God’s lens; protected from taking drugs laced with fentanyl; feel valued, important and needed. Resources: 10 CHALLENGES FACING CHRISTIAN YOUTH (jeremiahinstitute.com); Supporting Your Teenager: A Christian Counselor’s Advice, Part 2 | Bellevue Christian Counseling; 7 Challenges Teens Face Today - CCCRD | Center for Christian Counseling & Relationship Development Topic/date: Wed, 12/20th - SINGLENESS [Remaining single; Seeking Mate; Following God] Family topic podcast: Singles [by choice or in waiting mode] Scriptures: Jer. 29:11; Eccl. 3:1-8; Ps. 84:11 Prayer points: begin praying for their mates in advance, not just to have one but for their life, for God to bring the right one and not a decoy, a believer not unequally yoked, healthy ways to find a mate, peace and joy in the journey, acceptance for those seeking a celibate life, opportunities to do things without a partner, loneliness turn to ways to connect with others, not give in to fatalism but know God has good plans for them, faith to believe. Resources: 15 Bible Verses About Singleness | What God Says (justinemfulama.com); Christian Advice for Singles (The 4 Phases) | ApplyGodsWord.com; Lesson 8: Practical Advice For Singles (1 Corinthians 7) | Bible.org Topic/date: Tue, 12/19th - SHARING OUR FAITH [right motives, methods and material] Family topic podcast: Sharing faith with unsaved family [right motives, right methods and right material] Scriptures: James 5:16; Eph. 4:18; Acts 4:29-30 Prayer points: for hardened hearts to be tenderized and open to hear; breakdown of arguments; overcome by our testimonies, understanding and good questions to ask, discerning the time and situation when sharing [are they tired, sick, or hungry]; God to give them eyes to see and ears to hear above all the other noise; we model a good Christian life, apologizing and forgiving as needed, clothed in humility, remembering but for the grace of God we could still be unsaved. Topic/date: Mon, 12/18th - SEXUAL ISSUES [Whose body is it anyways? What am I looking at? Who am I attracted to?] Family topic podcast: Sexual Issues [Purity in/before marriage; Pornography; Person Identity] Scriptures: 1 Cor. 6:18-20; Heb. 13:4; Col. 3:5 Prayer points: godly teaching share in the family of sexual boundaries; that God made them for our safety and protection, a healthy respect for God’s views of it; empowered to wait until marriage; taught this in churches, youth groups and even children’s church; for people to RUN from sexual sin – turn off the shows, make a choice to not watch movies, listen to songs or play video games that contain sexual overtones, get into accountability groups to overcome addictions. Topic/date: Fri, 12/15 - SABBATH Family topic podcast: Sabbath [resting, intermission, work break] Scriptures: Ex. 20:8-11; Lev. 23:3; Matt. 11:28-30; Is. 58:13 Prayer points: yoke with Christ, learn from his gentle & humble walk; plan for the day, make it different than the rest; work less; social media refrain; quality time with friends/family, spend time with the Lord reading the Bible, listening to worship music, choosing entertainment that builds the Spirit; reevaluate your activities – what to keep what to stop. Resources: 15 Activities Strictly Prohibited on Shabbat in Israel - Secret Israel (secret-israel.com); Modern Day Sabbath | How to Rest & Refresh in a Time-Crunched Culture (debpreston.com) Topic/date: Thu, 12/14 - RESENTMENT Family topic podcast: Resentment [dividing tasks & teambuilding & sharing costs] Prayer points: members deal with their resentment, find solutions to share chores, costs and responsibilities; confront not avoid or give up; create rules that build teamwork and camaraderie, encourage mutual engagement, invitational communication, clear communication of expectations for each member at events, gatherings and meals; ways to unite not divide; lighten loads. Scriptures: Eccl. 4:9-12; 1 Corinthians 1:10; Eph. 4:16 Resources: Developing Family Teamwork - Kelly Crawford (crosswalk.com); How To Build A Strong Christian Family – The Bottom Line, Ministries (tblfaithnews.com); 5 Ways to Build Teamwork in Your Family - First Things First Topic/date: Wed, 12/13 - RECONCILIATION & FORGIVENESS Family topic podcast: Reconciliation & Forgiveness [Initiating I’m sorry; Harboring no offense; Forgiving mercifully] Prayer points: regularly forgive offenders, recognize how much they’ve been forgiven by God, daily pray the Lord’s prayer, listen to how they speak about family members, admit it is sin to speak ill of anyone, keep forgiving until it is from their heart, not retelling the offense, able to be the first to own their part in the problem and apologize, recognizing one of the things God hates is someone who causes division Scriptures: Matt. 18:21-22; Prov. 17:9; Matt. 6:9-13 Resources: Forgiveness within Christian Families | Help Club for Moms; Lesson 12: Reconciled Families (Malachi 4:4-6) | Bible.org; The ABCs of Christian Forgiveness: An 8-Step Approach - Binmin Topic/date: Tue, 12/12 - FAMILY MEMBERS WITH DISABILITY Family topic podcast: Families with Children or Adults with social, physical or mental disabilities [hope, healing or deliverance] Prayer points:find living hope, ongoing hope in the Lord for grace & strength; healing to the disabled, medical progress and success, not give up when tired; see the heightened traits of those challenged, appreciate and savor the good moments, support from extended family, cast their cares on the Lord and not take them back Scriptures: 3 John 1:2; 1 Pet. 1:3; 2 Thess. 3:13 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); 15 Scriptures To Pray For Your Child with Special Needs (embracing.life) Topic/date: Mon, 12/11 - UNSAVED LOVED ONES & PRODIGALS Family topic podcast: Prodigals & Unsaved loved ones [praying God’s word UNTIL . . .] Prayer points: persistence in prayer, removing any offense towards the one we pray for; asking for others to speak to them about the Lord, for them to see their condition from God’s perspective, to experience a pigsty moment like the prodigal and want to come home, for those who influence their lives be saved or removed; for God to remove the stony stubborn heart and replace with a tender, responsive heart, for dreams and visions of God’s love and judgment. Scripture[s]: Ezekiel 34:16; Jude 1:22-23; Luke 15:11-32; John 10:28-29; Ezek. 36: Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Pray Them Home: Three Prayers for Prodigal Children | Desiring God; Prayer for the Prodigal Son or Daughter (missionariesofprayer.org); 7 Prayers for Your Prodigal Child (ibelieve.com) Date/topic: Fri. 12/8 - PARENTING Family topic podcast: Parenting Issues [Exhaustion vs Yoking up with God & finding rest; Disconnect vs Playtime; Regretting moments missed vs Stopping to savor the moment] Prayer points: yoke up with the Lord to parent their kids, get energy and wisdom from the Lord; seek friends who are older parents, not do it alone; take breaks from kids to regroup; put away cell phones when kids need their attention; show the kids they are important and valued early and reinforce through the years; savor the moments when they are good and praise them openly; being honest and real; helping them see it’s not perfection that makes a good family; it’s love and forgiveness and a reliance on the Lord’s strength. Scripture[s]: Matt. 11:28-30; Is. 40:11; Eccl. 3:1 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); 8 Promises for Exhausted Parents - Christian Parenting (crosswalk.com); 7 Ways to Connect with Your Children (childdevelopmentinfo.com); 32 Ways to Savor Your Children While You Have Them (ericalayne.co) Prayer date: Thursday, Dec. 7th Family topic podcast: K-6 children [praying for their protection from harm; prevention from false teachings; resilience from pandemic aftermath and encouraged by the Holy Spirit] Prayer points: predators caught before harm comes to children; parents educate and monitor children’s social media use; parents heard and empowered at school district meetings; voice of parents greater than Dept. of Ed.; books with explicit/implicit sexual overtones be banned from K-6th grades; Covid aftermath cause them to more resilient; family uses it as dialogue to strengthen and inform, children feel valued and important at home. Scriptures: Jer. 29:11; Matthew 19:14; 1 Timothy 4:12 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Suspected internet predator arrested following multi-agency sting; police seeking more victims (newsbreak.com); Professor stumped why parents are concerned about sexual content in kids' book | WCIV (abcnews4.com); 7 Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Kids (childrenshospitals.org); PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com) Prayer date: Wednesday, Dec. 6th Family topic podcast: Grandparents [leaving an enduring influence; praying until something happens; modeling Christ & God’s love] Prayer points: they would first focus on God and their love of Him would spill over to those around them, they would recognize what they do & say affects many; they would apologize, forgive and not hold offense from any family member; model persistent prayer & prayers of faith; their ending days would demonstrate the power of the Gospel; they would teach and not be afraid to speak the truth to their family in love; be grounded in God’s love & rock solid in their faith Scriptures: Ps. 145:4; Deut. 6:5-7; Ps. 78:1-8 Resources: How to be an Intentional Christian Grandparent - Grams and Pops; 4 Tips for Helping Grandchildren of Divorced Parents - Christian Grandparenting Network; 7 Essentials For Grandparenting Your Grandkids - Focus on the Family Prayer date: Tuesday, Dec. 5th Family topic podcast: Loving & Praying for our Extended Family [Do we really need them? How to love the ones that drive us nuts? What’s keeping us apart?] Prayer points: recognizing we need them to help us learn and grow; learn from their knowledge of our history & culture; loving/forgiving those who are like porcupines; glean from their strengths & skills & wisdom; recognizing though blood related we have new DNA; praying for troubled ones; seeking God’s view of the hurting ones; quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to get angry, holiday & celebrations are times of joy not drama Scriptures: Eccl. 4:9; 1 Tim. 2:1; 1 Cor. 1:10 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Prayer Of The Day - A Prayer For Extended Family - MARRIAGE AFTER GOD; The Extended Family in America | Christian Standard; 30 Intercessory Prayers For Family Breakthrough -Bibleandprayers.com; 17 Persistent Prayer Points For Family Breakthrough - Faith Victorious Date: Monday, Dec. 4th Family topic podcast: College & Adult Children [Co-dependent on Holy Spirit ; Dependent on God; Interdependent on Body of Christ] Prayer points: truth would win out over lies taught in some college classes; resolve to stay true to what they learned and believed about God while attending college, parents to release kids to God’s ultimate care; for godly friends to surround them when they leave; for support from other parents in prayer and ways to love kids from a distance; hedge of protection against the worldly temptations, a desire & ability to stay the course to follow Jesus, no matter what, to be a light in the darkness. Scriptures: Rom. 15:13; Phil. 1:6; Eph. 4:16 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Lead Your Adult Children Back to Christ - Christian Parenting (crosswalk.com); 10 Things to Remember When Your Adult Child Leaves the Church (ibelieve.com); Parenting Adult Children: Six Steps to Sanity - Christian Parenting (crosswalk.com) Date: Friday, Dec. 1st Family topic podcast: Divorce [Hurting Couple– Church Involvement – Hurting Kids] Prayer points: healing to both partners, healing to the children, children not blamed, not think they will divorce because parents did, godly role models for the children, church pray for not judge those involved, support from extended family, mediation, all feel valued, find purpose, closure, how to navigate in the new, for churches to have programs like divorce recovery. Scriptures: Eph. 6:18; James 5:13-16; Rom. 12:12 Resources: Prayers for Marriage - A Complete Biblical Guide (biblestudytools.com); 5 Important Prayers For When Going Through Divorce - The Graceful Chapter; How to Pray for the Child of Divorce - Hope 4 Hurting Kids Date: Thursday, Nov. 30th Family topic podcast: Childless by choice or not [No advice please, Never assume who is infertile; No children but still fulfilled in God] Prayer points: direction and open doors for those wanting children; safe people to discuss their pain, acceptance & no judgment by others for those that don’t want kids; renewed hope and strength as the childless couple looks for options; ways to deal with naysayers & when others conceive around them, hope where there’s despair, encouragement despite barrenness; the miracle of life & children, ways for them to love kids while waiting. Scriptures: Is. 54:1; Luke 23:29; 1 Cor. 7:8; Prov. 30:15-16 Resources: How You Can Care for the Childless (thegospelcoalition.org); When a Christian is Childless — World Childless Week; Don't Judge Me Because I'm Childless | Today's Christian Woman (todayschristianwoman.com) Prayer date: Wednesday, Nov. 29th Family topic podcast: Blended families [coming together not falling apart] Prayer points: common ground, open communication, healthy dialogues, truly listening to each other’s concerns, solutions that work, Jesus centered conversations, prayer & harmony, peace and connectedness, interdependence vs selfish ambitions, help from external sources, acceptance vs rejection to the new norms Scriptures: Galatians 3:28; Psalm 127:1; Eph. 2:14 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Christian Advice for Blended Families: 7 Helpful Tips (whatchristianswanttoknow.com); Blended Families - Problems, Challenges, Bible Verses | Preach It, Teach ItAsk Roger Detail | Preach It, Teach It (preachitteachit.org); Christian Family Counseling: Blended Families and Parenting | Mill Creek Christian Counseling Prayer date: Tuesday, Nov. 28th Family topic podcast: Babies & toddlers [never too early to teach about God, simple less is best, remember parents need spiritual formation too] Prayer points:  : parents find ways to get short breaks; others help them raise these little ones, protection, early they will know the Lord as savior, discipline appropriately to guide, divine wisdom through temper tantrums, parents & godly people speak good words over them, parents get sufficient input that is spiritual, physical and mental. Scriptures: Prov. 22:6; Is. 40:11; Jer. 1:5 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Powerful Prayers for a Baby - Holy Land Prayer; 35 Scriptures to Pray Over your Children (with Free Prayer Calendar) - (garmentsofsplendor.com) Prayer date: Monday, Nov. 27th Family topic podcast: Adopted & Fostered [Kids who need a forever family; Couple who needs a forever kid; Celebrate our adoption to God’s family] Prayer points:  Children waiting for adoption, hope, process smooth, adapting goes well; foster children in the system, foster children after the system ends, foster parents, for the right reasons, ethically, lovingly, treat as their own; adoptive parents, patience, ability to love through assimilation, both foster & adoptive parents supported by extended family, gratitude for having a Father who will NEVER leave us NOR forsake us and who provided us a forever family. Scriptures: James 1:27; Gal. 4:4-5; Ps. 10:14 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); 5 ways you can pray for adoptive families - ERLC; Adoption Prayer - Prayer Ideas; Prayer for Orphans (knowing-jesus.com); Foster Care as the Way of Christ | Desiring God Prayer date: Wednesday, Nov. 22nd Family topic podcast: Work & Family Life Balance [Work boundaries; Intentional Family time; Time out to restore] Prayer points:  families would limit nonessential activities; learn when to say "no"; establish boundaries; unplug; ask God what to keep & remove from home activities; let others know you need help; review tasks as a family; delegate more; what’s most important that you value; schedule family time; create mini-vacations where you rest; plan body-care and moments to exhale; savor the moments. Scriptures: Ps. 127:2: Prov. 23:4; 3 John 1:2; Eccl: 4:5-6 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Balancing Work and Family Life | Christian Bible Studies (christianitytoday.com); Work/Family Balance - Focus on the Family; 11 Tips To Help Balance Your Work and Family Life | Indeed.com Prayer date: Tuesday, Nov. 21st Family topic podcast: Video Games [To play or not to play, inviting God’s wisdom, monitoring costs/time expended] Prayer points:  families to look at content together, what value does the gaming provide, is it an intermission, fun entertainment or wasting time, how does it bond the family, is it destructive, looking for ways to play that bond families together; making decisions collectively, using as a teaching moment, for older members to review costs and time away from families, not be dominated by it, seek help if addicted Scriptures: Eph. 5:16-17; Ps. 101:3; 1 Cor. 6:12 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Should a Christian play video games? | GotQuestions.org Prayer date: Monday, Nov. 20th Family topic podcast: Strengthening Marriages [intentional work to love, accept & forgive] Prayer points:  for couples to be quick to forgive and apologize, not keep an account of wrongs, ask for you to be the 3rd chord that keeps them together, they seek God above all else, learn to accept and not try to change each other, learn each other’s way of giving and receiving love, to find time to connect, be open with each other/not hiding anything, divine wisdom to handle the external pressures. Scriptures: 1 Peter 4:7-8; Col. 3:13-14; Eph. 4:32 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com);6 Reasons Christian Marriages Struggle - Esther Littlefield; 13 QUESTIONS TO ASK FOR A MARRIAGE THAT LASTS; The Love Language™ Quiz (5lovelanguages.com) Prayer date: Friday, Nov. 17th Family topic podcast: Sports [Team, Spectators, Time, Costs; when is it an idol?] Prayer points:  Pray about behavior when playing or watching, parents teach good sportsmanship, how to lose and win gracefully, monitoring time/costs involved, is it drawing families closer or farther apart; ensuring it doesn’t take God’s place in their hearts; keeping God their first priority. Scriptures: 1 Cor. 10:31; Col. 3:17; 1 John 5:21 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Spring Sports and Sunday Church | Desiring God; The Christian and Sport | Desiring God; 3 Questions to Detect Sports Idolatry (thegospelcoalition.org) Prayer date: Thursday, Nov. 16th Family topic podcast: Social Media Usage [Stop phubbing! Use parameters! Ask purpose!] Prayer points:  not to be on phone when someone is talking to you [phubbing]; setting clear boundaries on when to listen, what to watch & how to use for good & how much time; identify why families look at social media; remember you’re Christ’s ambassador online; connect with family, take breaks from it; consider fasting Scriptures: Ps. 101:3; 1 Cor. 10:31; Matt. 5:16 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com);Study Reveals Parents' Concerns About Social Media Use | Lurie Children's (luriechildrens.org); 15 Things Christians Should Stop Doing on Social Media - RELEVANT (relevantmagazine.com); How to reduce social media use – 12 simple proven steps (unscreen.org) Prayer date: Wednesday, Nov. 15th Family topic podcast: Schedules [Allotting time for God, family and self-care] Prayer points:  seeking God for what to keep and what to eliminate and what to add; making appointments to spend with family undistracted; 1:1 and communally, ensuring there’s time to care for body, soul & spirit Scriptures: Ps. 37:5; Eph. 5:15-17; Matt. 6:33; Is. 58:11 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); 10 Bible Verses about Schedule, Schedules & Scheduling. – Daily Bible Verse Blog (jollynotes.com); Your Parenting Goals Seem Good, So Why the Struggle? (connectedfamilies.org); How to get your family organized and on a schedule—in three steps (todaysparent.com) Prayer date: Tuesday, Nov. 14th Family topic podcast: Money Problems [Whose money is it anyways? – Love God or Love $ - It is never too early to learn] Prayer points: give to God first; generously, cheerful, save, learn to be content with what they have, not love money, not greedy, test God, tithe, spend appropriately, share with others, teach children how to spend/save and give to God, understand why we need to love God over money. Scriptures: Prov. 3:9; Prov. 6:6-8; Heb. 13:5 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); 10 key Scriptures to follow when managing your money - Christ Win; Money Management for the Christian Family - FamilyLife®; Teach Children How to Handle Money God's Way - Christian Finances (crosswalk.com) Prayer date: Monday, Nov. 13th Family topic podcast: Dealing with family mental illness [without going nuts] Prayer points: for the one experiencing - wholeness, healing, deliverance, able to forgive those who harmed, feel valued and important & see purpose in the body of Christ; freedom from fear/anxiety, mental disorders, able to make healthy choices; for the one caregiving - discernment, wisdom, patience, compassion; for the one observing – no judgment, empathy, intercession, words of encouragement, help person see they matter. Scriptures: Ps. 139:4; Ps. 34:17-18; Ps. 23:3; Is. 53:5 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); What does the Bible say about dealing with mental illness? | GotQuestions.org Prayer date: Friday, Nov. 10th Family topic podcast: Grief [Memorials, Memories, missing – for outsider; to speak or not to speak that is the question] Prayer points: during memorials cover the griever in prayer; emotions free not held back; find the source of comfort, the Holy Spirit, the comforter; words inappropriately spoken overlooked, during times of remembering pray people show their love by their actions fewer words spoken; for the later days when they miss the loved one pray for the griever to want to live, not give up, care for themselves and not seek destructive things to numb the pain; pray they recognize it’s a process and eventually accept it and work through it until they see their future purpose. Scriptures: Ps. 23:4A; 2 Cor. 1:3-4; Is. 40:13 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); How to Heal from Grief - GriefShare; Helping Those Who Grieve - Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (biblicalcounseling.com) Prayer date: Thursday, Nov. 9th Family topic podcast: Gender identity [Finding freedom in God's initial design] Prayer points: For family members who chose to be LGBTQ+; for family members dealing with those who chose it; first that we always define others as children of God; for the family member to draw closer to Christ; for wise counsel, not derision or coddling; that homosexual friends and family respect their Christian loved ones; for them to know they were designed by God; for healthy conversations, protection from suicidal thoughts, truth would set them free; for loving people to speak to them Scriptures: Gen. 1:27; Rom. 1:26-27; John 8:7-11; Deut. 22:5 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com) Prayer date: Wednesday, Nov. 8th Family topic podcast: Entertainment [watching & listening with Jesus by our side] Prayer points: Reminder Jesus is with you all the time when we take in entertainment, be aware of little ones around, whether music, movies, video games or other types would not be an idol in our lives, for Holy Spirit to help you understand the Bible’s entertainment principles, for wisdom as you establish family media standards, to get rid of temptations [i.e. stop a streaming service, throw away what uses foul language, sensual, or God’s name in vain; fast it for 30 days, for strength to resist the temptation to indulge in entertainment that doesn’t glorify God; that the changes made will last. Scriptures: Ps. 119:37; Ex. 20:3; Josh. 1:8 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Making Wise Entertainment Choices - Focus on the Family; Hymn: Oh, be careful, little eyes, what you see (hymnal.net) Prayer date: Tuesday, Nov. 7th Family topic podcast: Dependence Issues [Co, Inter, Independence or God] Prayer points: Identifying who we are depending on – man or God; are we the cause of their dependence; learning each member matters; each family can do something; co-dependent means we’re not relying on God; interdependence means we need each other; independence means I can do it by myself, me is at the center of relationships, God dependence means I recognize the Potter, I’m the clay and under His leadership and need to depend on Him. Scriptures: Phil. 4:13, Matt. 10:37; 1 John 4:7-8 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); What does the Bible say about interdependence? | GotQuestions.org Prayer date: Monday, Nov. 6th Family topic podcast: Geographically distant [praying for those we want to love as if they are close when they are far] Prayer points: use the prayer in the resource to intercede for your loved one who is distant Scriptures: Ps. 34:7; Ps. 91:11-13; Is. 41:9-13 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Praying For Children Moving Away From Home - The Father's Business (thefathersbusiness.com) Prayer date: Friday, Nov. 3rd Family topic podcast: Communication [Are you really listening? What are you saying? Get off the phone while we're talking!] Prayer points: making a choice to listen out of love; get rid of distractions, right place right time, seeking to understand first, be humble, gentle, patient, make allowance for their faults, be united, seek peace, speak truth in love, communicate intentionally, be angry & don't sin, build each other up with wholesome language, be kind and forgiving, put away phones. Scriptures: Eph. 4:1-3; 15-16; 23-24; 26-27; 29; 31-32 Resources: PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com); Family Communication God's Way - Christian Parenting (crosswalk.com) Prayer date: Thursday, Nov. 2nd Family topic podcast: Caregivers & Family Member needing Care [whose member is it anyways? Learning to love God & self to love others. Prayer points: spending quality time with God; taking Sabbath time to restore; renewed with love to care for family member; finding joy in the caring, combatting fatigue with enough sleep & down time, paying attention to red flags in the member and in self, able to receive care without feeling like a burden; clear communication of needs, getting help, sharing the load; more than a duty – it’s a service to God. Scripture[s]: 1 John 3:17; Phil. 2:4; Gal. 6:10 Resources: A Biblical Perspective on Caregiving | Joni and Friends; PRAYER FOCUS: Families (sbcuniteandawake.com) Prayer date: Wednesday, Nov. 1st Family topic podcast: Arguments & Conflicts - Biblical approach [it's not about winning] Prayer points: Identify root cause; examine motives; lean on grace; put on humility; create an environment of thanksgiving, pray before and after the conflict or argument, seek resolution not restitution, the end game is not your way or my way - it's God's way. Scripture[s]: James 4:1-3 NLT; Phil 2:4 NLT Resources: Handling Conflict Biblically and Constructively: Encouraging articles from Family Fire — Family Fire; Conflict Management: A Biblical Approach — Family Fire Prayer date: Family topic podcast: Prayer points: Scriptures: Resources: Topic/date: Tue, 12/27th - INSTILLING VALUES [by God's not man's standards] Family topic podcast: Scriptures: Resources:

updated 10/23/23 City Web Site Prayer podcasts: for the city; for the officials Helendale or Silver Lakes, which is a subdivision of Helendale and is an unincorporated community with est. population at 5,432 [2023]; settled in Victor Valley of the Mojave Desert, located near Route 66, west of the I-15, between Barstow and Victorville. The name Helendale is used by the USPS, while Silver Lakes is used by the US Census. Demographics: overall crime grade is D- [see more details below]; M:F 1:1; median age is 46; 31% households with children; average household income $78K; 77% own; 23% rent; high school grad 29%; some college 37%; 31% college degrees; never married 19%; married 62%; 9% widowed; 10% divorced; 80% white including Hispanic; 5% African American; Asian 3%; other 12%. History In 1881 the Southern Pacific and the A&P Railroads came near what would later be Helendale. In the early 1900s, cars began to be used more and more so better roads became necessary. The National Old Trails planned a road from Los Angeles to New York, and they aligned it next to the AT & Santa Fe railroad tracks from Cajon Pass to Needles. The road passed through Helendale. In 1926, the N.O.T. highway became part of the US highway which later was known as US 66. In spite of this, Route 66 was known as the "National Old Trails Road" for many years in California. After WW II, traffic grew and the road had over 1 million travellers in 1960 that passed through Helendale, the need to form a new highway arose. Interstate system created in 1956 bypassed both US 66 and US 91 making travellers use I-15 and I-40, bypassing Helendale for good. Two artificial lakes were built at Helendale in 1969 covering 277 acres and a resort community named "Silver Lakes" was developed along their shores. They are located just west of the Mojave River and Route 66. “Silver Lakes or Helendale; best kept secret in Southern California; the gem of the Mojave" Map of Hellendale Location of Hellendale in SBC Specific Prayer Points | Video about Silver Lakes Environmental issues: water theft likely due to illegal marijuana farms Governed by: Community Service District board members & District 1 SBC Board Supervisor Poverty rate: 14%; the poorest groups are children under 6 at 33%; 6-11 yrs. 26%; 12-17 yrs. at 16%. Crime issues: [2022] A crime occurs every 21 hours 3minutes (on average); overall crime is D+; violent crime is C+; property crime D-; other crime is B+; top crime issues are theft at 38% [very high]; drug crimes & vandalism 5% Schools & District: School board members; Independence Charter Academy Spiritual issues: Only 3 churches for a city of 6K; pray for more to arise or for them to visit nearby city churches; intercessors to rise up and boldly pray for this suburb, laborers for the harvest, hearts softened to receive the Lord, lives transformed by the Gospel, enthusiasm and boldness among believers to share their faith, acts of kindness that leads people to repentance, conviction/repentance; awakening to the call of the Lord to be "active" not sitting Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive] Grace Bible church [Pastor Dave Zierenberg, Evangelical Free Church of America Silver Lakes Community Church [Southern Baptist Convention, Pastor Mark Wood] Hellendale Community Church [non-denominational] Rehab Center: Victory Outreach San Bernardino - The Ranch in Helendale - to reach out to hurting people & prepare them as “Treasures Out of Darkness” for the work of the ministry through discipleship, leadership development, and academic training.

Base Web Site Prayer Podcasts: for base; for officials Mission: The National Training Center trains rotational training units, joint, interagency and multinational partners to build and sustain readiness to fight and win, while simultaneously caring for our Soldiers, Civilians, and Family members. Demographics; est. population [2022] 9,100; army personnel and support staff; varies in demographics based on rotating assignments. Fort Irwin is a city located in San Bernardino County California. Located almost 37 miles northeast of Barstow, midway between Las Vegas and Los Angeles, the High Mojave Desert's hills and mountains surround the installation. The average household income in Fort Irwin is $60,449 with a poverty rate of 13.97%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to - per month, and the median house value is -. The median age in Fort Irwin is 22.7 years, 22.9 years for males, and 21.7 years for females. Racial composition 60% white; 19% African American; 2+ races 10%; Asian 8%; Other 4%. Average family size 3. Education Graduate 6%; BS 19%; AA 11%; some college 38%; HS grad 21%; <HS 5%. Language: 82% English only; 11% Spanish; Asian & Pacific Island 6%; Other 1%. 53% married; .5% widowed; 9% divorced; 3% separated; never married 34%. 862 veterans; 584 M; 278 F; 710 2nd Gulf War; ; 174 1st Gulf War. 87% are in labor force participation; 27% employment rate; 10% unemployment rate. 26.63% Born in Fort Irwin; 93.18% Native Born; 6.82% Foreign Born; 2.61% Non-Citizen; 4.21% Naturalized. History [click to see reference] The base begins with Father Francisco Garces 1796 and the Old Spanish trail; Captain John C. Fremont with his guide Kit Carson surveying water-to-water; 1st Dragoons, Co. K that ran patrols out of Camp Cady 1860-66 and it was the first military camp established in the region; and the Mojave Anti-Aircraft Range that became Camp/Fort Irwin. 1940--Present. In 1940 President Franklin Delano Roosevelt established the Mojave Anti-Aircraft Range (MAAR), a military reservation of approximately 1000 square miles, known today as the National Training Center. 11th ACR's first established and deployed from Fort Myers, Virginia and was sent to the Philippine Islands in June 1901 for the Philippine Insurrection, then to Cuba for the Cuban Pacification from 1906-09; But when the revolutionary "Poncho" Villa raided the town of Columbus, New Mexico and the Regiment was deployed to Mexico and the Punitive Expedition of 1916 began; and the "Last Charge" in the US Army’s history was conducted on the 5 May 1916. As WW II developed the guarding of the Mexico-American border was no longer necessary the Regiment was sent to Europe and deployed to the Ardennes for the "Battle of the Bulge". From 16 December 1944 to 28 January 1945 "the largest battle by the United States and was the largest land battle of World War II was fought. The "Border Legion" was the name given to the troops in Germany after the war, and the "Cold War Heats Up" from March 1957-1964. The Regiment was in Vietnam from 7 September 1966--March 1972 where the nickname of the "Blackhorse" became a legend and with three Medal of Honor recipients. The Warsaw Pact and the legitimacy of the Eastern Europe's Communist military ended with the infamous Berlin Wall came down on the 9 November 1989. The unexpected Iraqi invasion of Kuwait on 2 August 1990 triggered the Gulf Crisis that gripped the world's attention. The Regiment serve as the fresh troops that would go in if a counter offensive attack came, none developed so they return to Germany. On 16 October 1994 the Regiment reflagged and "The Best of the Best" now trains Today’s Army, at Fort Irwin, California. The Regiment now serves as the Opposing Force (OPFOR), using Russian Doctrine as a learning tool. From January 2005—17 March 2006 the Regiment was deployed to Iraqi Freedom -War on Terrorism. Returning to Fort Irwin to reorganize as a deployable Heavy Brigade Combat Team while they are continuing to serve in rotational support for the military, today. "Lead...Train...Win...Train the Force to win in Large Scale Combat Operations!" Map of Fort Irwin Location of Fort Irwin in SBC Specific Prayer Points Governed by: Leadership: FORT IRWIN (army.mil); a commanding General & Command Sergeant Major; under 1st District of SBC & hosts an office for Veterans under SBC Veteran Affairs Crime issues: [2022] A crime occurs every 1 day 5 hours (on average) in Fort Irwin; overall crime grade is B-; violent crime D+; property crime A; other crime C-; top crime issues are 15% [very high] drug crimes; vandalism 9% Poverty rate: 14% [<CA average 15%] 7% males; 16% females Units/Tenants: 11th Armored Calvary Regiment; 916th Support Brigade; NTC Operations Group; Network Enterprise Center; Joint Center of Excellence; Mission & Installation Contracting Command; Reserve Component Operations Command & Training; Special Forces Recruiting Fort Irwin; NTC Staff G-1; Army Community Hospital Weed-Irwin Spiritual needs: chaplains share the Gospel boldly and with results, believing soldiers and supporting staff share the Gospel with boldness, followed by signs and wonders that bring people to Christ; intercessors rise up and claim this Fort and its personnel for Jesus; protection for those that serve in battle or overseas; military marriages given Godly counsel and help in maintaining the distant relationships; military families and children find Jesus and a solid ground as they deal with the many issues facing them like moving around; revival at the base; divine opportunities to talk about the Lord as they deal with real time skirmishes; an awakening and fire to the lukewarm and those sitting not actively involved with their faith Churches [not exhaustive] Religious services provided for Catholics; Non-denominational Christians, Latterday Saints and Muslims at the Center Chapel Ft. Irwin Religious Support & Chaplain [on base] Oasis Worship Experience at Fort Irwin Blackhorse Chapel [For transition help] nearby churches in Barstow and Newberry Springs

updated 10/16/23 Location: Demographics; Map of Cedarpines Park Location of Cedarpines Park History of Cedarpines Park “motto" Specific Prayer Points Spiritual: Governed by: Schools/Districts: Crime Statistics: [2022] A crime occurs every 2 days 23 hours; overall crime grade is D; violent is C-; property is B+; other is D-. Top crime issues 37% drug crimes [very high]; vandalism 15%; burglary 6%. Points of interest: Churches [not exhaustive]

updated 10/2/23 City Web Site Prayer Podcasts: for the city; for the officials & SBC Sheriff Devore Heights, or Devore, is a residential neighborhood located north of the junction of Interstate 15 and Interstate 215, about 12 miles northwest of downtown San Bernardino. It is also the last town to pass through before taking the Cajon Pass to reach Hesperia. The area is just outside the boundaries of the San Bernardino National Forest; Glen Helen Pavilion & Amphitheater, the largest in North America, is located just south of Devore. Demographics: M: F 51:49%; median age 29; 50% families with children; average income $82K; 13% below poverty; 62% own; 38% rent; 44% married; 43% never married;42% high school grad; 30% some college; 12% college degree; overall crime grade is F [see details below]; 58% white; 39% Hispanic; 1% African American and Asian; est. population [2021] 2,283. History | Video of History In 1776, Father Garces, a missionary, traveled along the Mohave Indian Trail on foot across the width of San Bernardino County from the Mohave villages on the Colorado River through the valley on his way to Mission San Gabriel. In March of that year, he headed down a ridge between Cable and Devil canyons, crossed the nearby Cajon Creek and passed through what is now Devore. Near Glen Helen Park [current], the Serrano Indian village noted by Garces during his visit. In 1819, Father Joaquin Pascal Nuez noticed the same village and christened it Santisma Trindad. In 1826, the Mohave Trail offered access to a fur trapping party led by 27-year-old Jedediah Smith passed through the Devore area, much as Garces had done a half century earlier. In 1847, a US Army group called the Mormon Battalion stayed at “Camp Cajon”. Mormon families camped in the area then Amasa Lyman and Charles Rich, purchased the Rancho San Bernardino. During the 1850s, George Martin and his family established a way station on the old wagon road connecting the San Bernardino Valley and the Mojave Desert. The road ran west of Cajon Creek. “Martin’s Station” was a popular rest stop for weary travelers passing through the Cajon Pass for some 30 years, generally serving as the first stop out from San Bernardino. In 1858, Major William Hoffman, scouted the Mojave Desert for military post sites. The “modern” era of Devore began in 1902. That year an ambitious and highly successful Chicago businessman by the name of John A. Devore purchased 1,800 acres of land in the mouth of Cajon Canyon with the goal of transforming his acquisition into a real showplace. In fact, in his obituary of Feb. 15, 1907, The Sun acknowledged that John Devore’s dream had blossomed into promoting the area into a “world-famous resort for tourists.” A San Bernardino Festival of the Arrowhead in May 1908, “Devore Heights is to San Bernardino what Smiley Heights is to Redlands, one of the prize show places of California.” In 1924, the one-room Cajon School, gave way to a “new” Cajon School. This two-room native rock structure was built across from the old Cajon School, near the corner of Cajon Boulevard and Devore Road. Many of the students had the luxury of riding in a bus driven by Jake Roesch, the eventual founder of Roesch Bus Lines. It stayed in business until Kimbark School took its place in 1969. “Let's work together." Map of Devore Location of Devore in SBC Specific Prayer Points Spiritual: Intercessors to rise up and pray for this area; for revival to break out; for some Christian organization to host a Revival meeting at the Glen Helen Ampitheater. Governed by: San Bernardino County 2nd District Crime issues: [2022] overall crime grade is B, violent crime grade is C+; property crime is B+ and other crime is B-; top issues are vandalism 12% [high] and vehicle theft 6%. Points of Interest: Glen Helen Amphitheater [a 65,000-capacity amphitheater; largest outdoor music venue in the US. The orchestra, box, and loge sections seat a combined 10,902 people, while the lawn section seats 54,098. Constructed in 1982, when Steve Wozniak & The Unuson Corporation completely redeveloped the land to have a site to put on the 1982 US Festival.] Glen Helen Rehabilitation Center [holds almost 1500 inmates, minimum & maximum security; Glen Helen Raceway Churches [not exhaustive] Community church of Devore [Marco Quintana – Pastor] remaining churches are in San Bernardino, Fontana

In July & August we will be addressing one topic a day that affects schools in our region. These will be informational and include a prayer podcast. We also will be campaigning to match every school in the county with a committed prayer partner. Pray for the top issues, schools currently face in the upcoming 2023-24 school year Please e-mail us at sbcuniteandawake@gmail.com if you would like to commit to praying for a school. Include the school name/city where it's located. An updated web page will post what schools have a committed prayer partner and what's left. [If you notice a school is not listed, please e-mail us their information, along with their website.] Short Prayer Podcasts are linked by day below. Helpful Resources Intercessors for America Prayers & Decrees for Schools Guide Prayer for Safety of School Campuses - Intercessors for America (ifapray.org) Top 7 Bible Verses About Bullying And Dealing With Bullies | Jack Wellman (patheos.com) Real Impact: Action Alerts See You At The Pole™ (syatp.com) Ten Things to Pray for Students - Rooted Ministry 5 Ways to Share Your Faith at School - The Rebelution 3 Simple Ways For Kids To Share Their Faith at School - MyLifetree 8 Powerful Back To School Prayers | Think About Such Things 22 Effective Back to School Prayers (christianity.com) Week 31 - (2023) Taking Back the Generations!   - City By City (city-by-city.org) HOW TO PUSH BACK AGAINST CRITICAL RACE THEORY - Intercessors for America (ifapray.org) Three Biblical Problems with Critical Race Theory | Answers in Genesis Know Your Child's School brochure

Updated: 7/7/23 Check on the status of your city[ies] by clicking on the link[s] below. Every city page will have a list of schools, district & number of prayer partners committed to that school. The goal is to match one prayer partner to every school in SBC who will commit to pray during the 2023-24 school year. For those committed to praying for a school, we will send prayer points & resources every Friday, starting in September until the school year ends. There are four ways you can help: 1) commit to pray for a school[s]; find others who will also commit to pray; 3) call churches and/or prayer groups and get the word out and 4) pray that every school get matched with at least one prayer partner. Imagine what God will do as we commit to praying. Feel free to commit to more than one school, if desired. Help us match every school in San Bernardino County with a prayer partner. E-mail us at sbcuniteandawake@gmail.com if you would like to commit to praying for a school. Each city below has a linked page to a list of the schools in their area. It will show what schools have a matched committed prayer partner. If you notice a school missing from the list, email us the school name, city and website.

Help us find people to commit during this school year [2023-24], to pray for at least one school, from the list below. Schools are listed alphabetically by city, then by school. You can pray for all the schools in a city or pick one school or schools near your residence or workplace. Interested in praying? Send us an e-mail with which city and school name you want to commit to pray for at sbcuniteandawake@gmail.com [If a school is not listed, please contact us and provide the city/school name and web site] This will be updated daily Monday-Friday. Last updated:

And work for the peace and prosperity of the city where I sent you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, for its welfare will determine your welfare.” Jeremiah 29:7 Will you join other intercessors/believers to pray for one city a day, Monday-Friday through the months of May and June? Some of the cities are very populated and might take more than one day to pray for all their needs. Each weekday there will be a podcast and link to the city's web page. Do you live in any of these cities? Know any other information to add to the prayer points? Please e-mail us at sbcuniteandawake@gmail.com