Why Easter Still Matters in 2012

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Sometimes it’s easy to think of Easter as something far removed from our lives. The cross, the nails, the dusty streets, the mob . . . the actual events of the crucifixion and resurrection happened thousands of years ago and half a world away. But Easter still matters. Because the same Christ who conquered death [...]

Save the Dates: Tours at Livermore Campus

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Mark your calendars — campus tours are coming soon to the Livermore Campus! This is an exciting opportunity to go “behind the scenes” and see what God is up to in the lives of women and children in need! While on the tour, you will: —Connect with other people who are passionate about the mission [...]

Quietness and Confidence — Our Banner for 2012

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Knowing that a New Year is just around the corner, I’ve been praying about the year ahead, asking God for His guidance. And one verse has been heavy on my heart every day: The fruit of righteousness will be peace; the effect of righteousness will be quietness and confidence forever.” — Isaiah 32:17 (New International [...]

Video #4- Day One of Living in a Van

Well it’s here- Monday, I am living in my sister’s van this week and I am wondering again why in the world I thought I could do this? I once told my teacher all I wanted in life was a big house and lots of clothes and to be a police officer/ballerina. Of course I [...]

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Helping at our Thrift Store

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Did you know that Shepherd’s Gate has a thrift store that helps support the services we provide to needy women and children? Located in Livermore, CA, this store provides a location for the community to recycle their gently used clothing and household goods as well as e-Waste items!! The store provides for the needs of [...]

Encourage Struggling Families With a Thanksgiving Card

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Thanksgiving is only 3 weeks away. Everyone here at Shepherd’s Gate is busy getting preparations underway. We will provide bags of groceries to families in need this month. This food will feed and sustain women and children who are living on the edge. And we will hand out this Thanksgiving card to every family who [...]

Without a Place to Call Home

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We’ve had some very atypical weather here in the past two months: downpouring rain for days, hail, even snow and ice. It got me thinking of a story I shared in a past newsletter and I wanted to share it with you again. I was at a local park recently, and it began to rain. [...]

Children Come

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Children come to Shepherd’s Gate from all backgrounds imaginable. The Lord has blessed us with a trained staff who accept these kids unconditionally. In time they come to experience love and joy. And they begin to laugh and wonder like precious ones who are healing by God’s amazing grace. Here is a poem written by [...]