New Life For Youth

Transforming Broken Lives Since 1971LIFELETTER

“I truly believe in the mission of NLFY and find great joy in financially supporting the ministry that rescued my daughter from the grave.”

– Mom of a Mercy House graduate

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New Life For Youth is a 501 (c) (3) tax exempt organization.Donations and contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.Donations by mail should be sent to: PO Box 13526 Richmond, VA 23225

Cary’s Story From Depression to Deliverance“I have struggled with alcohol & drugs over half of my life, self-medicating to deal with an an even longer battle with depression. My children are my world, but even the love I have for them couldn’t stop the

vicious cycle the vicious cycle of drugs & alcohol. I told myself that drugs gave me

more energy for my kids. Those lies became the justification that kept me trapped. I lost custody of my children, and my heart was broken. The tears flooded my pillow as I realized that my own choices had torn my family apart. Nothing mattered to me anymore. As much

as I wanted to change, I didn’t have the power to do it. The day I left for rehab, I was drunk. I fell & broke my ankle, leaving my leg with metal plates, screws, & constant pain. Back on pain pills, the cycle began again. On August 4, 2016, I overdosed. Paramedics didn’t know if I was going to make it. My poor mom sat by my bed wondering if I would recognize rock bottom before this addiction killed me. I spent 13 days in ICU, & then came to The Mercy House. Now I’m finding my identity in Christ. Today I spent the day with my daughter & mom shopping and doing typical mother/daughter things that for so long I took for granted. My relationship with my children is being restored, and I am free to be the strong woman of God and mother He called me to be.”

JULY 2017

Cary, reunited with her children at The Mercy House

The name & work of Victor & Carmen Torres has become synonymous with Integrity, Compassion and a True-Grit, Down in the Trenches ministry. With both hands raised in glory to their God, these two are a mighty and faith-filled force, never afraid to get their hands dirty so the broken can be clean. And God has ordered their steps every step of the way. Since 1967, Pastor Victor & Carmen have traveled to over 30 countries and seen countless lives come to Christ. They continue to serve the community, through the ministries of New Life For Youth, New Life Bible Institute, and New Life Outreach Church with over 20 churches worldwide. Their lives are a true testament of their faith and God’s faithfulness. They have 4 children who serve the Lord, 11 grandchildren & 1 great grandchild, and tens of thousands of spiritual

“children” born out of these ministries. We honor Victor and Carmen Torres and the life they have lived in service to Christ. We praise God for

their passion for the lost as it continues to bring hope to countless others.

And their story isn’t over yet!

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Founders Victor and Carmen Torres

In the movie, “Victor,” there is a scene of my dad detoxing from heroin. It shows doctors administering Methadone, a pain killer which had just been introduced in the states to ease withdrawal symptoms. Over the years, other treatments for addiction have become available, including narcotics. The problem is drugs of addiction are being treated with drugs that also create dependency. Where is the freedom? Now some states in the US are opening “Safe Injection Sites.” These government-funded facilities, called “shooting galleries,” provide the paraphernalia & let addicts bring their heroin, cook it & shoot it up on-site. This approach is an effort to save lives by providing clean needles & paramedics in case of overdose. I appreciate the desire to prevent overdose deaths. I do. But a safer prisoner is still a prisoner. There’s a better way…a COMPLETE Answer...and that is what we offer at NLFY.

One thing we’ve learned in more than 45 years experience is this: To avoid dying is not the same as living abundantly. Anything less than God’s best is just not good enough. That is why, at our men’s and women’s homes, we offer what Christ offers: FULL freedom. No settling. Nothing less than 100% of what God meant by the cross... for everyone who wants it. Freedom is not found in a syringe, but a Savior. Cary & her children; Anthony, Avery & their new wives & countless more have this freedom because of your commitment to do your part. In His Service,

“Before I came to NLFY, I used whatever drugs

I could get my hands on. I tried to get help

before, but never found deliverance until I gave

all of my burdens to God. I am so blessed & now I live to bless others. Now

I am whole & my family is restored!”

Mr. & Mrs. Henry

Read how God put little Raleigh’s family back together in Avery’s Story in the August 2016 Lifeletter @newlifeforyouth.org

What an amazing day at the Men’s Ranch! After celebrating his graduation, Anthony married his long-time girlfriend, Shatiya.

Hope Notes:Carlos and Rosalinda Torres-Rivera

Executive Directors

Look in your AUGUST NLFY LIFELETTER

for details on our Back-To-SchoolBACK PACK GIVE-AWAY EVENT

COMING AUGUST 27!!

New Life For Youth is a 501 (c) (3) tax exempt organization. Donations and contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

Donations by mail should be sent to PO Box 13526 Richmond, VA 23225

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Left: “I now pronounce you...” with Pastor CarlosBelow: Avery with daughter, Raleigh

Mr. & Mrs. Edwards

With The Swezey’s, Directors of The Men’s Ranch

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