Adalia and Ray work with the women of the "Dios Con Nosotros" Baptist Convention of Northern Baja California, Mexico. Together with the women of Tijuana, they have begun Deborah's House, a ministry to victims of domestic violence. Deborah's House brings together a diverse mix of services, including crisis intervention, healthcare, shelter for victims, counseling and education for both victims and abusers in these situations. Ray and Adalia also offer workshops to all churches in the region on alternatives to violence, self-esteem, relationship skills, and communication.
The "house" is named after Deborah in the Old Testament book of Judges. Deborah prophesied and led her nation from her seated place under a date palm which is symbolic of Israel's strength.
As judge, Deborah brought a feminine sensibility to a male dominated office. She referred to herself as a "Mother to Israel" and her commitment to nurturing fit this title. Deborah's leadership style was selfless, focusing on the people rather than on herself. This, together with her appreciation and knowledge of Torah and her prophetic gift, marked her for national rejuvenation. Deborah embraced and utilized the full extent of a woman's power for positive change. As wife, judge, prophetess and mother, and in the role of commander-in-chief, she was indeed 'a Mother to Israel.'
(read less)Adalia and Ray work with the women of the "Dios Con Nosotros" Baptist Convention of Northern Baja California, Mexico. Together with the women of Tijuana, they have begun Deborah's House, a ministry to victims of domestic violence. Deborah's House brings together a diverse mix of services, including crisis intervention, healthcare, shelter for victims, counseling and education for both victims and abusers in these situations. Ray and Adalia also offer workshops to all churches in the region on...
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