Local Missions
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Christian Release Time, Anaheim
Christian Release Time, Orange
Covenant Christian School
Living Well Clinic
Persian Church: Love Assemby
Sheepfold
Westminster Seminary in CA
Christian Release Time Education: Anaheim
Web: rtce.org
History:
The idea of releasing public school students for devotional religious study
off school premises in the United States was first discussed in 1905 at
a conference in New York City. The proposal was that public elementary
schools should be closed one day a week in addition to Sunday so those
parents who so desired could have their children attend religious instruction
outside of the school building.
However, it was not until Dr. William Wirt, an innovative educator and superintendent
of the Gary, Indiana schools established a program in 1914 in which 619 students
participated in off-campus religious education. Dr. Wirt believed that the
church, home, playground, library, and school were all components in a child's
education. The public school, however, had and still has no responsibility
for teachers, curriculum, conduct, or achievement within the Released Time
classes.
Released Time grew and flourished. In 1922, for example, Released Time programs
were active in 23 states. 40,000 students from 200 school districts were
participating. By 1932, thirty States had active Released Time Programs in
400 communities with enrollment of 250,000 students. Ten years later, in
1942 participation reached 1.5 million students in 46 States. Released Time
peaked in 1947 with 2 million students enrolled in 2,200 communities. During
this time, favorable Released Time legislation was adopted by 12 States.
Currently, it is estimated that there are over 1,000 Released Time Programs
in operation today involving over 250,000 students in kindergarten through
high school.
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The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. And the fear of the Holy One is understanding (Proverbs 9:10 NKJV).The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. And the fear of the Holy One is understanding (Proverbs 9:10 NKJV).
Pray with us that these programs continue to spring up in school districts across the nation. With God’s help and blessing a new generation of public school children can know the fear of the Lord and the knowledge of the Holy One.
Christian Release Time Education: Orange
Web: orangert.org
The purpose of Released Time Christian Education
classes is to share God's Word with the 4th and 5th grade boys and girls
in the public schools and to assure them of His love and forgiveness through
His Son Jesus Christ. Hundreds of students are enrolled annually in the
classes in Orange. For many, this is their only Bible study.
Once a week 4th and 5th grade children attend a 40 minute Bible Study. Students
are walked to a near-by Chapel-On-Wheels. During this time a variety of teaching
methods including visuals, music, chalk talks and dramas are used. Each child
is treated as a special and unique individual who is loved by God. Everyone
is welcome.
UNDER THE LAW - The program has been available for the 4th
and 5th grade students in the Orange Unified School District since February
1954. Under the Released Time Religious Education Law (California Education
Code section 46014) local school boards may give permission to release students
once a week for religious instruction during the school days. Released Time
Christian Education classes are not held on minimum days.
Released Time Christian Education is offered at no cost to the students or
school district. Each registered child receives his/her own copy
Covenant Christian School
A Mission work of our church
CCS continues to be the main local mission endeavor of our church
To the witness of God and His great work
throughout Orange County and beyond
And the preparation of
the next generation of Christian Leaders
Location: on the campus of Covenant Presbyterian Church
Covenant Christian School
1855 Orange Olive Road
Orange, CA 92865
(714) 998-4852 Tel
(714) 998-5425 Fax
www.covschool.org
The Faculty:
preschool teachers
grade school teachers
Supervising Elders: Bob Cooley, Lou Harrington, Wayne Slaven
The School Board
Art Grant, Kitty Petar, Gary Garret,
Jim Bright,
Richard Wright,
Don Blair, Jenifer Hayes
School Board Ex Officio: Trish Smith, Martha Martin
Call Christina to find out more
714-998-4852
www.covschool.org
Living
Well Medical Clinic:
Orange Clinic
2010
N. Tustin Avenue
Suite C
Orange,
CA 92865
(714)
633-4673
Web: living-well.org
OUR MISSION is
to provide alternative services and practical solutions to each woman
facing an unplanned pregnancy, in order to allow her to make a rational
decision without the undue pressure of her other circumstances. Our
emphasis is on helping the woman as well as preserving the life of
the unborn child. We also provide post-abortion counseling and support
for the recovery of women facing post-abortion trauma. Finally, we
provide community and church training service for the preventing of
unplanned pregnancy through outreach to local churches and schools.
Our objective is to see these services made available first to every
woman in Orange County and then to implement a national strategy.
Our Missionaries:
Jaipaul and Geeta Swanmidass
Persian Church: Love Assembly
Location: Covenant Presbyterian Church Chapel
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 7313 Orange, CA 92863
Worship Service: Sundays at 6:00 PM
Call for
other group meeting times: 714 – 777 – 1212
Supported Missionaries:
Pastor Azim and Behi Shariat
Prayer request:
Please pray for continued support and safety and for the health of Pastor Azim and his family
The Sheepfold
shelter,
refuge and a new beginning for abused women and their children.
P.O.
Box 4487
Orange,
CA 92863
(714) 237-1444
Riverside
(951) 779-1433
Or Call
us toll free @ 1-877-743-3736
Fax: (714)
237-1440
Web: thesheepfold.org
Or you can contact us via email:
Executive Director, Fran Lundquist
mail@thesheepfold.org
The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; in
Him will I take refuge, my shield and the strength of my salvation, my
high tower and my refuge, my savior; you
save me from violence. 2 Samuel 22:2-3
Need immediate Help? Call
911 if you are in danger or need help.
Contact your local domestic violence assistance program or the National
Domestic Violence Hotline, 1-800-339-SAFE. Domestic violence programs
can assist you in finding out about laws, shelters, counseling and financial
assistance.
Sheepfold Kids Mentoring Programs
Westminster Seminary in California
1725 Bear Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA 92027
1-
888 – 480 – 8474
Web: wscal.edu
Westminster Seminary California (WSC) is a Christian institution seeking
to glorify God through graduate theological study. Its primary responsibility
is to educate future pastors for Christian churches, especially for Presbyterian
and Reformed denominations. It also provides theological education for others
who will serve in the Christian community and the larger society.
WSC has an outstanding faculty - experienced pastors and scholars who are dedicated to service both in the church and seminary.
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