September 2011 SoCal Connection

SoCal Connection

Rich Guerra

“Check Up” (part 3)

Posted by Rich Guerra, Superintendent

Those of us who are in the ministry not only need a physical checkup, but also an annual emotional, relational and spiritual checkup.  It is with that thought that I’ve been addressing in the last two Connection articles.  The Bible tells us that Jesus had to get away from the crowds of people and get away with God.  It… Continue Reading »


Tony Cervero

I Preach; Therefore I am!  (part 3) / Second Hand Sermons

Posted by Tony Cervero, Assistant Superintendent

(This is the third of a four-part study of Jeremiah Chapter 23. This weeping prophet gives us relevant and powerful revelation in this chapter that applies to every person who preaches today.)

I almost fell out of my seat the first time I read Jeremiah 23:30 in the Message:

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Gordon Houston

Another Hurdle Removed

Posted by Gordon Houston, Secretary Treasurer

This is one of those Connection articles that I am truly excited to write. Not that I don’t enjoy all of them, but this one is especially exciting because of the hopeful impact it is going to have on so many people.

As you know, all of us as Executive Officers here in the District Office oversee multiple portfolios. Pastor Rich,… Continue Reading »


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