Make-A-Wish Foundation's impact and Araceli Diaz story
The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants wishes to children with life threatening conditions, aided by 25 000 volunteers since 1980. A Shafter girl, Araceli Diaz, aged five, with Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, wished to meet Winnie the Pooh at Disneyland and California Adventure, receiving swift support from Healthy Start and the wish team.
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Shafter community events and safety programs listed
Water safety classes offered July 21 to August 1 at Shafter Pool for children 0 to 5 with limited space. Rabies and dog licensing clinic July 12 at Manuel Park provides free one year tags for eligible residents, dog rules apply. New musical The Pew debuts August 7 to 10 at Congregational Church of Shafter. Vacation Bible School July 14 to 18 at First Southern Baptist Church with registration on July 14.
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Kiwanis hears Stan Wilson recount lifetime trip
Kiwanis speaker Stan Wilson shared a remarkable journey to New Zealand. He described about a 12 hour air flight and a four hour, 500 mile railway segment. Members thanked him and expressed appreciation for the overview.
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Noah Finds Grace in Gods Eyes Sermon Reflection
Associate pastor Linda Taylor cites Genesis and Noah to explain grace as unmerited favor. She warns of widespread wickedness, urges belief in Jesus, and urges readers to repent before a future fire judgment. Noah’s family survived the flood via the ark, symbolizing salvation through Christ.
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