All around the Anza Valley families are preparing for that special day which children wait for all year round, Christmas. If not for From the Heart Ministries and the good people in this community who work together to make Christmas special for those in need, this year’s Christmas, for some, would be a day like any other day.

Children who may have no other Christmas will receive gifts thanks to From the Heart Ministries. Many local organizations, churches, and individuals are adopting a child, or even entire families, to make sure Christmas is special for them. You can be a part of this too by sponsoring a child.

Many of these children when Advertisement

[ Pala Mesa Resort ] asked what they wanted for Christmas only asked for some need to be met, often for another family member. From the Heart Ministries takes these kids to heart and makes sure at least one need and one wish for presents are given to every child enrolled in the program.

Gift’s will be given out Monday, Dec. 17, at 6 p.m. at the Shepard of the Valley Lutheran Church; Hwy 371 at the end of town, turn north on Bahrman Road and right on Pena Road and follow the signs.

If you would like to help, donate, adopt a child, or know someone in need, call Christy James at (951) 595-2400.