Rock Solid Refuge is a 12-15 month residential program working with teen boys ages 13-18 who are struggling with life controlling issues. We are located about 50 miles south west of Swift Current, Saskatchewan and about 21 miles North east of Shaunavon.
We at Rock Solid Refuge believe in a Christ centered approach to finding freedom, victory and joy in life. We recognize that when teens are tempted by or struggling with addictive behavior they need tools and support to make healthy decisions. They need a reason to change. They need time to learn and have fun. They and their families need hope that they can change and stay changed for the better. Read More
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December 9, 2011
How good it is in this Christmas season that we set aside time to remember and celebrate the reality that God became flesh. He took on our human frailties, so that all who will place their trust in His saving work would spend eternity with Him. Here at Rock Solid Refuge, we, along with you, our prayer and financial partners, have the privilege of seeing His saving work first hand. He is rescuing through this ministry, the souls of teen boys who could easily be on the street or worse at this time of year.
“For the love of Christ controls us, because we have concluded this: that one has died for all…that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised. From now on, therefore, we regard no one according to the flesh. Even though we once regarded Christ according to the flesh, we regard him thus no longer. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to Himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation…Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake He made Him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God.” 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
How rich it is to know that on the basis of Christ's love for us we can in turn express love that is unnatural, to those whom God brings to us. Because we have been reconciled to God through Christ, we have the privilege of being ambassadors and spokespersons for God, through whom He brings the message of reconciliation to a lost and dying world. And that the ultimate reality of the humble birth of our Lord, is that He took our sin and the just judgement, and gave us His righteousness. This is not a fair exchange, but praise God for His marvellous grace! His great and amazing love continually compels us to allow Christ to love and care for those whom God brings to Rock Solid Refuge.
After much intense labour and prayer, along with your ongoing support, we are excited to report that we have moved into our new residence and are now able to take in new boys, giving hope to families that are in disarray and broken. Turning this dream into a reality could not have happened without you, our faithful supporters, coming alongside us through both prayer and financial support.
As 2011 quickly comes to a close, it is our earnest desire to take care of the remaining costs of the new building, as well as having enough cash flow to comfortably plan ahead for the future of Rock Solid Refuge. It would be wonderful to be able to raise $100,000 over the next month to help us realize these goals, so we are praying for people who will support Rock Solid Refuge through financial giving. It is also our prayer that many will commit to giving financially on a monthly basis to help with our daily operations, Thank you so much for your financial support in the past. May God bless you as you seek His will regarding what you will be able to do for us in the days ahead..
In closing, we also want tell you how reassuring it has been to know that you are also supporting us through your prayers for the staff and students at Rock Solid Refuge. We have gone through many transitions throughout the past year, and have faced many challenges, but God has proven His faithfulness time and time again.. With God’s help Rock Solid Refuge will continue RENEWING AND RESTORING LIVES! Thank you again for the ways in which you have been partnering with us to bring the hope of Jesus Christ to the students of Rock Solid Refuge!
Have a Blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Dallas Block – Executive Director Tim Ramage – Director of Publicity & Promotions
Anthony Willems – Student Life Director Meghan Krahn – Director of Administration
Cindy Wilms – Education Director/Teacher The Rest of the Rock Solid Staff
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