Lighthouse
JUNE 2026
Vicar's Message
Fathers, do not provoke your children, or they may lose heart. Colossians 3:21 (NRSV)
God is the model that all parents should follow. The task of every human father is to be for his children an image of the Father in heaven. In this verse, we are reminded of a very important attribute of God – God is the one who gives hope, encourages, and inspires, so that His children do not lose heart.
Parents are to give their children “Roots and Wings,” both of which is based on God. Our faith in God is the foundation that we need. The God who created us has a plan and purpose for us.
Therefore, the children of God are to have hope in God. They do not trust in their own strength or power. They are to rely on God to help them through life. More than self- confidence, children should be taught confidence in God. They need to be taught that their true happiness is in God. The things of this world will only give them short term happiness. But doing the will of their Father in Heaven that makes them happy. Children need to be taught and shown by example that life as a Christian will not be easy, but the reward is worth it.
All parents need to understand that great privilege and responsibility that they have. They need to thank God for their children and strive to live and love like their Father in Heaven, so they can set the right example for their children here on Earth.
Yours in Christ’s Service
Rev. Shibi Abraham
Upcoming Events
GRADUATION
Horeb Graduating Students This Year
High School Graduates
Sarah Abraham - Cypress College in Psychology
Nishan George - Pepperdine in Business Administration
Naina Abraham - UC Davis in Applied Mathematics
Asher Abraham - Cal State Fullerton in Political Science, plus a joint Air Force- ROTC program with UCLA
Josh Geevarghese - Houston Christian University in Business for pre-law
Jonathan Thomas - San Diego State University in Business
Timothy Mathew - Cal State Fullerton in Finance
College Graduates
Zaavia George - UCI in Public Health Policy
Meha Thomas - Cal State Fullerton in Business Admin, concentration in Accounting
Jaidon Thomas - Cal State Fullerton in Business Admin, concentration in Information Systems
Abiel Cholakath - UC Riverside in BioEngineering
Elizabeth Jacob- UC Riverside in BioEngineering
Post College Programs
Yasmeen Thomas - Charles Drew University in Radiologic Technology
High School Seniors Journey
Asher Abraham
College and Major: California State University, Fullerton, for Political Science
A memory from the last 12 years: The friends I made along the way.
A word to describe my journey from childhood to a young adult: Changes
One thing I learned spiritually, or hope to learn: One thing I learned spiritually is to surround myself with people of Christ, as surrounding yourself with people of Christ can strengthen your relationship with God and those of your community.
How did Horeb MTC shape your life?: Horeb MTC shaped my life in a way that made me feel proud to be a Christian and to represent my Christian values wherever I am.
Jonathan Thomas
College and Major: San Diego State, for Business
A memory from the last 12 years: Going to the church picnics and having fun with the other members.
A word to describe my journey from childhood to a young adult: Transformation
How did Horeb MTC shape your life?: Through my journey at Horeb MTC, I learned to trust God more deeply, and I grew spiritually. I made friends and built relationships I’ll always remember.
Sarah Abraham
College and Major: Cypress College, for Psychology
A memory from the last 12 years: Watching my brothers graduate and being excited to get there one day.
A word to describe my journey from childhood to a young adult: A maze
One thing I learned spiritually, or hope to learn: Sometimes God doesn’t answer your prayer because it’s not right for you and can harm you, and instead, He gives you something you will profit from.
Nishan George
College and Major: Pepperdine University, for Business Administration
A memory from the last 12 years: The entire Camp Moose on the Loose VBS. One of my most memorable VBSs. I remember almost everything that took place throughout the three days, and it was perfect.
A word to describe my journey from childhood to a young adult: Eventful
One thing I learned spiritually, or hope to learn: I learned the deeper meanings of what we practice in Church, and I want to learn how I can turn away from temptations that will be presented to me in college.
How did Horeb MTC shape your life?: It gave me a family that I could always turn to whenever I need help or just someone to talk to.
Naina Abraham
College and Major: UC Davis, for Applied Mathematics
A memory from the last 12 years: A memory I have is the practice before Christmas. I always remember the chaotic rush of practicing choir songs and Sunday School skits - tiring, but very rewarding!
A word to describe my journey from childhood to a young adult: Surprising
One thing I learned spiritually, or hope to learn: I hope to learn more about my faith in a new community! I'd like to explore how to be more connected to God when I am so far from what I am comfortable with.
How did Horeb MTC shape your life?: Horeb gave me a safe place to explore myself in many ways - musically, spiritually, and more.
Congratulations to our beloved Paulos Thirumeni on receiving the Doctor of Divinity (Honoris Causa) degree from the New York General Theological Seminar, Manhattan, NY.
Pictures
Service with Former Vicar Rev. Dennis Abraham &
FIRST HOREB MTC Covenant Girl-JOCELYN MATHEW
Mother's DAY
MAY EVENTS
East & South Area Outreach
May 16 East and South Area Prayer Groups Joint Outreach. Families got together at Mr. Idiculla Mathews residence to prepare 300 sandwiches for Orange County Rescue Mission. Link to the slideshow
THANK YOU
Thank You to our Lighthouse Editor, Naina Abraham for her talents and time to serve on the Lighthouse team. We truly appreciate her dedication and service this past year. As she departs off to college, we wish Naina all the best with her future endeavors. We are so thankful to see more youths take initiative to get involved in various roles of our church.
Lighthouse Team: Debby Abraham [Lighthouse Editor],
webpage updates by Naina Abraham, Jocelyn Mathew
