9 to 5 FOR CHRIST
You won’t want to miss our special guest speaker with a message for all women, especially young women.
Monday, April 13, 2026
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
at Northpark Community Church
2297 E Shepherd Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
Don’t forget: Get a Special Gift for bringing and paying for a friend! If your friend is a 1st time guest, she will also get a gift.
REGISTER
It is greatly appreciated when you make a reservation by the Friday prior to the event – thank you!
If you need assistance making your registration, call/text Penny Murray: 559-349-1974
COST
- $20 for first time attendees
- $20 for College & High School Students
- $23 for advance registration (by the Friday before the meeting)
- $25 at the door, and all registrations after Friday before the meeting
GUEST SPEAKER
A testimony like you have never heard.
“Their marriage stands as a testimony that faith does not remove the fire, it reveals God within it”
Mark and Debra Rush
Through the Fire
Scripture: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. Isaiah 43:2 (NIV)
This is a testimony of redemption, resilience, and covenant. Mark and Debra Rush share how God transformed lives marked by trauma, addiction, devastating loss, and adversity into a marriage anchored in faith, purpose, and service to others.
Mark and Debra were married in June 2017, blending their family of seven children into a home built on faith, restoration, and grace. Both overcame early childhood trauma and seasons of addiction as young adults before surrendering their lives to Christ and stepping into the calling God placed before them.
Today, Mark serves as Associate Pastor at Tabernacle of Praise Church and ministers deeply within the recovery community, working alongside organizations such as Fresno Mission Men’s Academy, Home of Hope in Sanger, Teen Challenge, and Centers for Living Recovery. His ministry is rooted in walking with men through transformation, using his own journey as proof that freedom in Christ is possible.
Debra is the Founder of Breaking the Chains and Kendra’s Cause, nationally recognized efforts dedicated to prevention, advocacy, and restoration for those impacted by human trafficking and trauma. Through leadership, training, and lived experience, she equips communities to confront exploitation while pointing survivors toward healing and identity in Christ.
Together, Mark and Debra share a love story refined through unimaginable trials including financial hardship, leadership pressures, and the heartbreaking loss of their daughter Kendra. Their marriage stands as a testimony that faith does not remove the fire, it reveals God within it. They now dedicate their lives to helping others find hope, healing, and purpose through Jesus.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Each quarter we highlight a ministry or need in our community to support through 9 to 5 for Christ.
This quarter we are helping Breaking the Chains.
Can you help us bless this ministry with some of their everyday needs of the women and children they minister to?
NEEDS OF BREAKING THE CHAINS:
Monetary donations are always welcome (Make checks to Breaking the Chains)
- Infants (0–24 months): onesies, sleepers, bibs, socks, soft hats, Baby blankets
- Toddlers (2T–5T): stretch pants, playwear, elastic-waist shorts, light jackets
- School-age (6–12): uniforms (if applicable), graphic tees, hoodies, sturdy shoes
- Teens (13–18): jeans, hoodies, leggings, casual tops, sportswear, sneakers
Adult Women’s Clothing (All Sizes)
- Sweatpants, Sweatshirts , hoodies, T-shirts,
- Pajamas and loungewear
- Socks and underwear (new only)
SHOP WITH OUR VENDORS
Doors open at 5:30 and we encourage you to come early to visit the vendors booths. So much fun!
Special Note: WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN US AS A VENDOR?
We ask our vendors to bring 3 gifts valued at $10 or more each for our raffle drawings and pay in advance for your dinner. You will have a few minutes to tell us about your business or ministry, and we will have a 6′ table available for you to put your items on that you are selling.
Please contact Tommy Warner at 559-289-9640.
Vendor space is limited, and you need to sign up as soon as possible to secure your spot.
