Inland Lighthouse Church

We had a blast last Sunday at Sunday school and with our bus ministry! Our classes delved into the theme of jealousy, drawing insights from timeless stories like Cain and Abel, David and Saul, and Joseph and his brothers.

It was heartening to see our children engaged and having a blast in every class. A huge shoutout to our dedicated teachers whose passion and commitment make these moments possible. And let’s not forget our amazing bus workers and drivers, who go above and beyond to ensure our community’s children make it to church safely.

A big round of applause is also due to the unsung heroes behind the scenes—the ones who handle check-ins, provide breakfast, maintain security, manage the Sunday school store, and so much more. Your hard work and dedication don’t go unnoticed. Keep up the incredible work, everyone!

We recently had a blast at Bob Betor’s place! It was a fantastic gathering where folks from all walks of life in our church came together to hang out and get to know each other better, especially those who are newer and still trying to get to know one another.

A huge shoutout to Bob and everyone who lent a hand in putting together an amazing spread. From mouthwatering nachos to comforting tortilla soup and more, there was no shortage of delicious treats to enjoy.

After filling our bellies, we gathered around the campfire for a session of laughter and storytelling as Bob took the floor.

Now, mark your calendars for our next gathering on May 24th, hosted by Philip and Jennifer Booker. Stay tuned for more details as we gear up for another evening of good company and great memories!

Youth Explosion 2024 was off the charts! This past weekend, April 11th-13th, we were excited to host our annual Youth Explosion conference. On Thursday night, we had our bilingual service. The Spanish youth praise team did an outstanding job in leading us in worship, and Evangelist Juan Nunez preached a powerfully convicting message urging everyone to go deeper in our prayer lives.

On Friday night, the ILC Momentum youth choir sang with excellence and anointing as they prepared an atmosphere for Evangelist Colton Carroll to bring forth the Word. Brother Carroll preached a message that will not be forgotten on the dangers of “The Silence of Sin.” After the service on Friday, all the young people came together for a time full of fun, food, and fellowship. Jco BBQ did an incredible job of preparing all the food and Fullfilled Coffee Roasters offered specialty drinks to keep us going.

This powerful weekend ended on Saturday morning as the Lord spoke to us and we were all given another call to go deeper in prayer. The Holy Ghost met us in such a mighty way!

We also had a few vendors that were able to connect with the young people and provide their products; Revival Brand, Michael Alexander, and Wooden Hair Clips.

Thank you to everyone who made this past weekend possible!

You don’t want to miss Youth Explosion 2025!

This past Easter weekend was an epic time for our church with 3 anointed performances of the Easter drama “FORGIVEN”, an original presentation written and directed by our own Sarah Booker. This dramatization of the events of Jesus’ Crucifixion and Resurrection featured a cast/crew of over 150, and was a powerful depiction of the last days of our Lord’s ministry on earth. God’s Presence was here, and many people were touched on each night.

FRIDAY we had 1,077 people in service, 7 received the Holy Ghost and 1 was baptized. This was the largest single non-conference service in the almost 90-year history of ILC! SATURDAY we had 929 present, 8 received the Holy Ghost, and 3 were baptized. SUNDAY we had 908 in service, 6 received the Holy Ghost, and 2 were baptized. Also at the West Covina campus, 2 received the Holy Ghost and in Riverside 2 prayed back through and 1 receive the Holy Ghost for the first time! In Spanish 1 was baptized in the beautiful Name of Jesus.

Here is an excerpt from an email from one of our guests: “…My mother and I were completely taken over by the love of ILC’s members and leaders. They made us feel like royalty. We have never been treated like this before in any church ever!! The alter call at the end swept me away in the river of His Spirit. It was a supernatural experience!!! Many prayed for us at the altar. We left different than when we came in. We came parched from thirst for a lack of the presence of the Holy Spirit in churches where we attend. To hear hundreds praying in a heavenly language was the most magnificent experience! We left alive and `refreshed… The drama was very impactful and beautifully presented. God bless you.”

TO GOD BE ALL THE GLORY!

To the precious members of Inland Lighthouse, thank you so much for your prayers, your burden and your hard work that made last weekend possible!

Behind the Scenes

On Saturday, March 23, 2024, the Soul Sisters group ventured to Porto’s Bakery and Café in West Covina, renowned for its authentic Cuban delicacies like potato balls, guava and cheese strudel, Parisian chocolate cake, and savory sandwiches. Despite the chilly weather and scattered showers, nineteen ladies, including three first-time visitors, braved the elements for a day of food, fun, and fellowship. Sisters Miko and Vasquez facilitated arrangements with Porto’s staff, securing seating for the large group at one long table, fostering easy conversation and shared experiences.

Reflecting on the day, we found solace in Numbers 6:24-26, left feeling uplifted, nourished both spiritually and gastronomically, and eagerly anticipate our next gathering on Friday, April 19, 2024.

All ladies seeking Christ-centered companionship and culinary delights are warmly welcomed to join us at any of our upcoming events, two of which are advertised in this brochure. We look forward to seeing you there!

Inland Lighthouse is buzzing with anticipation as preparations for the biannual Easter drama, “Forgiven,” kick into high gear.

For years, “Forgiven” has been drawing in crowds who might not otherwise darken the church’s doors but once they’re here, something incredible happens. They feel the power of God!

Now, behind the scenes, it’s all hands on deck. We’re talking rehearsals, tech setups, and costume fittings galore. Shoutout to the sound and tech crews who’ve been working tirelessly for weeks—hanging lights, testing mics, and setting all the scenes with sound effects and more.

And let’s not forget about the costume team. Seriously, they deserve a round of applause for managing outfits for over 150 cast members. That’s no small feat!

Oh, and props to the prop team. They’ve been hustling also—building sets, gathering props, and soon will make the set you see pop!

But if there’s one person who deserves a standing ovation, it’s gotta be Sis Sarah Booker. She has been running on fumes for the past month, making sure everything’s running like a well-oiled machine.

With the big weekend just around the corner, we’re practically bursting with excitement. Who knows how many souls will be saved, how many lives will be changed, and what other miracles God has in store for us? One thing’s for sure—we can’t wait to find out. See you there!

Another great day of children’s ministry at Inland Lighthouse Church. We had great Sunday School across the board and are so thankful for all of the great teachers and help that God has blessed us with! Each class takes the time to decorate, plan and make the day special for the children in their care.

In the Superclass for ages 5 to nine, we moved our castle that had been created for the children’s revival into the fellowship hall for our main decorations, and it came out great! The transition from growing in the garden to the castle was interesting, and it was amusing to see Farmer Phil bonk his head while plowing and wake up in the kingdom.

All our classes taught about the power of the Holy Ghost as the final stage in speaking of the plan of salvation. Each class was marked with great altar calls, and we are thankful for what God did in our young people!

Our buses ended up picking up around 100 people from all across the Inland Empire, and it’s exciting to see God do great things in their lives.

Young Couples Recently, a new group was formed here at ILC for young married couples. The purpose of the group is to bring newlyweds together for fellowship as they transition into their new lives together. One of the focuses of the group is to empower them to build a foundation for a strong marriage as they navigate their futures according to Gods will.

This group came together recently to break bread, fellowship, to laugh and enjoy each other, and to receive an encouraging word. The Young Married Couples will be getting together quarterly to support one another and help build each other up while having a great time. If you’d like more info please contact Sis. Abby Avila at 714-745-9937

The importance of children at Inland Lighthouse Church can never be overstated. Both our pastor and Bishop have placed an emphasis on this age group for both the members of our church as well as those in our community. We have classes each Sunday morning with breakfast provided, six bus routes that cover the Inland Empire, and so much more in an effort to see God accomplish everything He wants to do for these precious young people.

To that same end, we had an incredible weekend that focused on our children. It was our annual children’s revival where we took our weekly Sunday school to the main sanctuary and shifted the focus to our kids. It was fun, exciting, and interactive, but above all, it was still church! And God did an incredible work!

Our Sunday school team worked tirelessly to set up absolutely incredible décor with a massive castle, a forest, and an interactive welcome area in the foyer. Saturday night, our local Sunday school team told the story of a traveler seeking the kingdom where we learned about the plan of salvation. It concluded with Pastor Tyler Hodge wrapping up the night, and we saw God do incredible things in the altar! We had three children receive the Holy Ghost for the first time and two baptized in Jesus’ name!

The next day was more of the same, except that Pastor Tyler Hodge, after some preliminaries, lead the service and did an absolutely incredible job! He taught that only God should be sitting on the throne of your heart and people responded! We had two more receive the gift of the Holy Ghost and two baptized in Jesus name! God was so good!

Thank you to everyone who made this incredible event happen and to our leadership that knows how important our young people are!