September 12, 2026

What would it look like if the entire local Church gathered together to serve the city for the purpose of glorifying God? OneVoice is teaming up with Summit Church in organizing a powerful week-long serve experience where we come together as the Church to meet real needs, love our neighbors, and bring the hope of Jesus to our streets.

Local churches across our community are encouraged to help bring this vision to life. Together, everyone can make an even greater impact by serving side by side, building relationships, and being the hands and feet of Jesus throughout our city.

The goal is to see more than 1,000 people serving our city not simply to accomplish a number, but to create a movement of churches united in love, generosity, and service. One Church. One City. One mission: to serve our community and show the love of Jesus.

From beautifying neighborhoods and blessing schools to feeding the hungry and encouraging others, this is more than service. It’s a movement of unity, compassion, and impact. The event is scheduled from October 17-24 and there will be a host of activities offered. Click on the link to learn more and to join in the effort. 

Should Christians care about politics? If you ask this of Dr. Cesar Minera, then his answer is an emphatic “Yes”, and he’s prepared to share many places in the Bible where this strong position is centered.

A pastor with 40 years of ministry, in this interview Dr. Minera discusses the importance of Christians engaging in politics. He emphasizes that faith should influence all aspects of life, including societal and political matters.

Dr. Minera shares his journey from focusing solely on his church to engaging with the broader community and government. He highlights historical examples where Christians in positions of influence made significant impacts and stresses the importance of education, voting, and respectful engagement in politics.

Dr. Minera concludes by urging Christians to recognize their calling to make a difference in the world, starting from their homes and communities. Make sure to watch this interview and to share it with others.

Pastor César Minera and his team at Palabra de Vida Church will be hosting Governor Joe Lombardo for a gathering with the pastors and ministry leaders of Northern Nevada. The goal is to have a meaningful conversation between the governor and the faith leaders of our community.

This will be a unique opportunity to share the concerns and pressing needs of the faith community with the governor of Nevada. Breakfast will be served to those who attend. Please keep in mind that due to space limitations and the specific goals of the gathering, the invitation is limited to pastors and ministry leaders. You can contact Pastor Minera with questions and to RSVP at 775-762-2530. You can also use the button below to reserve a seat for this special event.

Randy Haskins, founder of New Beginnings, a reentry organization for those coming out of incarceration, shares his journey from a troubled past to a life-changing decision to follow Jesus.

He emphasizes the importance of moral rehabilitation and a relationship with Christ for successful reentry. New Beginnings provides a structured program, including a six-month foundation period, job placement, and skill development through an auto shop and thrift store.

Despite high national recidivism rates, New Beginnings has achieved a 33% recidivism rate for those staying longer than 90 days and a 7% rate for graduates. The ministry is funded through church support, private donors, and in-house fundraising efforts, with a focus on teaching self-sufficiency.

Jesus Fest Carson City is a FREE community event bringing churches, ministries, families, and neighbors together for a day of worship, encouragement, and connection.

This festival is inspired by the growing Jesus Fest in El Dorado County, California, where churches and organizations unite for a powerful celebration of faith, music, and community. New Beginnings of Nevada is looking to bring that same spirit of unity and outreach to Carson City and the surrounding region.

Everyone is welcome — whether you attend church regularly, are exploring faith, or simply want to experience a positive community gathering.

What to Expect
• Live worship music
• A family-friendly environment
• Opportunities to connect with others in the region

A free workshop designed to help parents, grandparents, foster parents, teachers, mentors, and anyone who cares for children better understand today’s online risks and what you can do to help keep kids safe.

Learn how to:
• Recognize the warning signs of exploitation and online grooming
• Understand the risks children face on social media and online platforms
• Identify behaviors that may put a child at risk
• Navigate conversations about cyberbullying, harmful content, AI, privacy, and digital safety
• Build trust and connection so your child knows they can come to you

Bring your questions. Click on the button for more information and to register. 

A few days before the end of 2025, Chuck Grimm, the Executive Director of Pathfinders Children’s Ministry received a surprising text message. It was from someone he didn’t know, asking if she could meet with him concerning a possible donation.

They agreed to meet the next day at the Pathfinders office. At the meeting Chuck shared about the ministry for 2 ½ hours, then she unexpectedly hit him with a question he didn’t anticipate. The question was, “What would you like to do with the ministry, but don’t have the money to make it happen?”

Chuck’s immediate response to her was, “We could use another bus!” Pathfinders operates a fleet of 15-passenger vans and one bus. She asked him how much it would cost, and he told her that his best guess was $80,000 for a good large used one. She replied with “Well, I can’t do $80,000, but I could do $50,000. It would have to be given in installments, with $17,000 within a few days, another $17,000 in six months, and a final amount of $16,000 at the end of the year.

Chuck was thrilled, but that wasn’t the end of the story.

Since both of them had full schedules for the day, they agreed to meet in a supermarket parking lot. They hugged, and she handed him a folded personal check. When he got back to his car, he looked at the check. It was for the full $50,000! But that, too, wasn’t the end of the story.

The next morning, he received another message. It read, “I have the other $30,000, when and where can we meet?” They met again in the same supermarket parking lot, and he received a hug and another folded personal check for $30,000.

They already had $10,000 in restricted funds designated for a vehicle purchase, so combined with their amazing (and anonymous) Jesus-follower’s gifts, they now have $90,000 in restricted funds for buses. That’s plural. They discovered that they could now purchase two 35-passenger buses instead of one 52-passenger one. Overcoming the complexity of shopping for best value, developing out a new routes of needy families, and recruiting a team of drivers takes time and logistics, but the mission of expansion is well underfoot.

That means at some point this year, they can add a potential seventy more children and youth living in generational poverty to hear of the One who loves them most. After all, that is Pathfinders’ chief mission; to lead these children to a personal, forever relationship with Jesus. They are incredibly thankful for the generosity of this donor (who prefers anonymity). But the glory belongs to the awesome God we have the privilege of serving. It is so exciting to see His surprises. He is always faithful. 

Nick Emery, the executive director of Life Choices, a ministry in Carson City, Nevada, shares insights on their mission to support individuals facing unplanned pregnancies.

Life Choices offers free medical services, practical support, and education, emphasizing spiritual guidance and accurate medical information. They strategically position their services to be the first option people see when searching for abortion services, providing free pregnancy tests and ultrasounds.

The ministry also offers parenting programs, a fatherhood initiative, and post-abortion support. They rely on community support through prayer, volunteering, and donations to continue their life-affirming work.

Make sure you watch our latest Hope Herald interview. Brad Dacus, founder of Pacific Justice Institute, a non-profit legal organization defending religious freedom and parents’ rights, shares his journey from a life-changing conversion in third grade to leading a nationwide network of attorneys.

Despite a severe accident at 16, his faith strengthened, leading him to establish the institute in 1997. The institute has taken on numerous high-profile cases, including defending Christians against discrimination by Southwest Airlines, challenging the Southern Poverty Law Center’s practices, and supporting parents’ rights in education.

Brad also discusses their involvement in defending Jewish and Christian students from harassment on campuses and supporting Turning Point USA. He emphasized the importance of standing up for one’s faith and rights, offering legal support and resources through the Hope Herald website.

Many are familiar with the ministry efforts of Real Choices, which aims to provide Biblical support and solutions for individuals and families facing unexpected pregnancies. But have you ever seen how the ministry functions through the eyes of those receiving these critically important services?

Nicku Bruce, Executive Director of Real Choices Women’s Center steps in as a guest host at Hope Herald. She interviews Luz and Marco, a couple who use the center’s services. They are joined by their baby boy, Liam (who shares a few comments of his own throughout the interview).

The young couple discuss their journey from discovering Luz’s pregnancy to attending birthing and parenting classes. They highlight the center’s supportive environment, educational resources, and the impact of the ultrasound experience.

They also share their experiences with the center’s parenting classes and the benefits of the baby boutique. The couple expresses gratitude for the support they received and recommends the center to others.

If you were ever curious about all of the services that Real Choices provides, you’ll enjoy this fascinating glimpse inside the ministry from the perspective of those who enjoy the many important lifechanging, and lifegiving, services provided.

The popular local ministry aiming to bring Jesus Christ to lives of impoverished children in our community is hosting their annual fundraiser. They are bringing back their BBQ theme this year, and are looking forward to gathering with friends of the ministry again. Join them for an afternoon filled with great food, fun games, a silent auction, dinner, and a special program – all while supporting a fantastic cause.

Saturday, September 19 | 4:00 PM
Big Wheel Acres | 32 Bellvue Road, Washoe Valley

Every person who walks into Life Choices or meets them on their medical mobile unit, leaves a mark on their hearts, and they couldn’t be there to serve them without the generosity of so many. This is why you are invited to come and celebrate what God is doing in Northern Nevada to advance the cause of life on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 at their annual Fundraiser Gala.

Partnership with Life Choices is saving lives, both now and for eternity.

During this event, they will celebrate what God has done to save babies from abortion and share how families were forever transformed. At this fundraiser, they will have the opportunity to share the entirety of our pro-life work and how, now more than ever, they are focused on achieving their goal to be champions of life-affirming work in our region. This will only continue with your support.

Friday, September 18 | 5:30–10:00 PM
Atlantis Resort & Spa | Reno

The featured speaker for the fundraising event will be Emily Compagno who currently serves as a co-host of Outnumbered on FOX News Channel.

Join an evening of hope, beauty, and impact at Scarlet Hope Reno’s 2026 Light & Life Gala.

Together, all attendees will gather to celebrate the lives being reached through consistent outreach, prayer, and discipleship while looking ahead to the continued growth of the mission in Nevada.

This special evening will feature dinner, stories of impact, community connection, and opportunities to partner with Scarlet Hope Reno as we continue sharing the hope and love of Jesus with women impacted by exploitation and the adult entertainment industry.

The featured speaker is Joshua Broome, the Executive Director of Walk Worthy Ministry, who has shared his redemption story with more than 100 million people and continues to point others to hope, identity, and freedom in Christ.

Friday, October 16 | Doors Open at 5:30 PM, VIP Reception at 5:00 PM
Living Stones | South Reno | 95 Foothill Road 

Every revival in the history of the Church was first started with prayer. As church, ministry, and marketplace ministry leaders gather together in unity to transform our community for God’s glory, they know it all begins with prayer. 

Co-leaders Shawn Pennell, Mike Glenn, and Sue Bullard share the story about the formation of the OneVoice Prayer Team. Starting out as part of the Acts 4 movement that began locally in 2011, the prayer team has persevered through the peaks and valleys of ministry. Playing a significant role in the success of the Reno-Tahoe CityFest event in 2025, the team continues now in its role of heading up prayer for OneVoice. 

The OneVoice prayer team meets for 90 minutes together once per week. The focus at all times is The Cross and The Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. With members from several different churches, they have purposed not to dwell on their differences but to endeavor to keep the Unity Of The Spirit in the bond of peace (Eph. 4:3).