He who was seated on the throne said, "I am making everything new!" Then he said, "Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true." (Rev.21:5)

These past few years have seen a fresh breeze of growth and change in our fellowship. Disciples around the world are exercising their gifts in new ways, to serve one another and advance God's Kingdom as never before.

As we know, one of the ways God speaks to us is through the written word. This tradition continues to this day, as his people come forward with new books to instruct and strengthen his church, bringing new insights into the inspired message of the Bible.

We are pleased to announce that the fifth annual Antelope Valley Christian Writers’ Conference has been scheduled for May 14-15, 2010. If you enjoy writing, and you’d like to learn about the workings of the publishing business, you are welcome to attend.

Once again this event will be held in the facilities of the Antelope Valley Church, the local congregation of the International Churches of Christ.

You will have the opportunity to interact with professional writers and editors, and attend workshops in a wide array of creative categories. Together, we can help you take your writing to the next level, the best it can be.

Complimentary refreshments, a continental breakfast, and a buffet lunch will be provided. Several budget-priced hotels are in the local area for your convenience.

Would you like to join us? Please have a look at our website, at www.avwriters.com

All they asked was that we should continue to remember the poor, the very thing I was eager to do. (Galatians 2:10)

Growing up in the barrio (the Latino ’hood) of East Los Angeles, Ed and Lona Aguirre learned early on what it means to be in need. They spent their formative years in a tough neighborhood where it’s almost impossible to remain neutral in the gang rivalries; you’ve got to pick a side, one or another, if you want to stay alive. Like many families they relied heavily on public assistance and food pantries, just to get by.

On September 11, 2001, I awakened to the morning news on KNBC in Los Angeles. Anchorman Kent Schocknek reported that a large airplane had struck the World Trade Center in New York City. An odd sight, since this part of Lower Manhattan wasn’t on the flight path for any of the major airports in New York.

Of course, within just a few hours, we all knew what happened: That plane (along with three others) was hijacked by Muslim terrorists. In an instant, our national sense of safety and invulnerability was shaken as never before.

We are pleased to announce that the fourth annual Antelope Valley Christian Writers' Conference has been scheduled for May 15-16, 2009 . Whether you're an absolute beginner – a seasoned professional – or somewhere in-between, this may be for you. If you enjoy writing, and you'd like to learn how the publishing business works, you are welcome to attend.