What a great night at the Annual Teen Challenge of the Sacramento Valley sold out Banquet at the Holiday Inn in Redding, CA. Over 400 attended this exciting dinner, where the Teen Challenge New Life Choir and the Steven Randal Band provided the musical entertainment.

Nicky Cruz, an internationally known Christian speaker, held the audience in awe for over 45 minutes as he related his life in a New York City gang before meeting world wide Evangelist David Wilkerson, the author of the Cross and The Switchblade. Nicky related his upbringing and challenges of being one of a family of 17 originally from Puerto Rico. Since his conversion to Christ, Nicky has spoken to millions over the 30 years, and Redding was so fortunate to have this renown speaker with us here.

Hats off to the organizers. Ron and Patty Plumb are the area “Community Representatives” (pictured), as well as to the local Board of Ron Barnett, Bob Fruin, Rev. Harold Johnson, Gary Buffo, Jim Holdridge, Rev. Paul Tilley, and Ray toney.  Ex-Officio board members are Rev. Ron Fortenberry, Rev. Dick Rhoads, and Dale Winchester.  Former director Ron and Diane Lauritzen got special recognition for their 20 years of service. Special thanks to the Platinum Sponsors Ray Toney and Associates and Scarbrough Office Design, along with the 23 local businesses, churches, and individuals that were table sponsors.  Just a great evening. Many, many thanks to the many volunteers for making this great event happen.

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Ron and Patty Plumb…organizers for the Nicky Cruz Banquet. A great job, and thanks to all.

Ron Largent