Treasures Out Of Darkness is a three patch club, not a gang. Our primary mission is to share the good news of Christ. If you are looking for a club to join simply to be part of a club, Treasures Out Of Darkness is not for you. Treasures Out Of Darkness is dedicated to evangelism and change. Our club is open to male riders, riders of every ethnicity, riders of American V Twin motorcycles, and people from different life experiences.
The first thing is to be a Christian, on fire, mean what you say and say what you mean. We invite you to attend some meetings, and even ride with us. If you like who we are and what we do, and we like who you are and what you do, we will invite you to be a part of our work. Your motorcycle needs to be American V Twin, freeway capable, and you need to ride for HIM. We are looking for strong, motivated, and dedicated members who have the drive to help us progress and move forward in the years to come. If interested, send us a message.
We are unifiers. We are not interested in playing into divisions that have cropped up over the years. We do not promote the idea that one bike brand, gender, race, or biker "attitude" is better, more genuine or a more "real" expression of what a biker is. We believe strongly in the unity of the brethren and we strive to promote Christ in every ride, and in all we do.
July 3o, 2011
Swiss Park Newark.. set and time to be determined
5911 Mowry ave Newark CA
August 27,2011
Wicked Wear 12-5:00pm Band will begin singing at 12 noon
September 10, 2011
Birthday Celebration
Lake Elizabeth Fremont CA
September 17, 2011
Oakland Harley Davidson Time to be determined. I think it might be from 11-2:30. They are collecting socks and boxers for city team ministries homeless shelter.
December 16, 2011
TO.D. Toy Drive Colonial Acres School in San Lorenzo, CA
December 19, 2011
Saints and Sinners Toy Drive for inmates of Santa Rita. CA
T.O.D. membership meeting third Sunday of each month. Anyone interested in riding with us may attend at that time provided you have called and made arrangements.
Freedom Celebration 2011
Oakland Harley Davidson
Meet Our Members
Vice President
Johnny Mendoza
President
Mike Cambra
Charlie
Jacob
Jesse
Fred
Joel
Ron
Ricardo
Albert
Ernie
Alfonzo
James
John
Cody
My Testimony
Born and raised in the Bay Area, I lived a destructive lifestyle from the age of 14. As I grew older, I grew further away from my roots in church. Knowing God was real, I ran as hard as I could away from Him. In my early 20s, in the thick of my wickedness, the Lord revealed Himself to me. Being completely overwhelmed by His reality I immediately gave my life to Him and have never looked back. I have known the grace, mercy, and intimacy of the Lord and will never run again.
My name is Ricardo, I was born and raised in the east bay. Like a lot of other kids growing up, I found myself getting into trouble in school and at home. Growing up I experimented with drugs and alcohol. Then I would find myself in jail for being stupid. I drank heavily for about ten years during this time period I met my wife, who I now have three beautiful kids with. Creating our family was a life changing experience for me but yet, my drinking continued. That is until I found God.
In the last eight years my family and I checked out a couple of churches, but we never felt comfortable or drawn to them. Three years ago is when I walked in the doors of El Shaddai and finally felt at home and where I really opened my eyes and ears to the word that is taught to us in a realistic and down to earth way by our Pastor. I feel so blessed to be part of this church family, T.O.D mc and wheels of grace homeless ministry. I am changing for the better more and more everyday and all the thanks goes to God!
My name is Ernie, I am 49 years old. I grew up on the streets of Hayward. My life consisted of destruction, drugs and mayhem.
I ended up spending 32 or more years of my life in jails and prison. I came from a family of believers and some that were very religious. What I seen was alot of hypocrites. I knew I did not want to be like that. 3.5 years ago I chose to surrender my life to the Lord. I have been delivered from my drug addiction, destruction and mayhem. 3 years ago my niece invited my family to attend El Shaddai Ministries. We were welcomed and loved to the fullest. When I heard Pastor Mike preaching I knew this was the church for me. I am blessed to have my wife as she stood by my side through all my trials and tribulations. I have a son who is 28 years old and a grandson who is 6.5, through Gods amazing grace and love, the relationship with my son has been restored. By trusting and believing in the word that is being taught at El Shaddai my life has become productive and manageable. My walk with the Lord has enlightened me to work with those who are still bound like I once was. It is a great feeling to be a part of the solution and not the problem.
I first came to El Shaddai Ministries at the request of my mother. I saw such a change in her that I was curious and finally agreed. The first time I heard Pastor Mike speak, It really hit home. You see, I was headed for trouble. Hanging with the wrong people, beginning ot do the wrong things. I knew it was the wrong path for me and was able to correct myself but, something was missing from my life. Since then I have come to understand that God has a plan for each of us. I don't know what God has planned for me, But I trust Him and while I'm waiting on the Lord, I'm enjoying the ride with my brothers and sisters!
Testimony
I believe in being a peace seeker, peacemaker, living a peaceful life in a chaotic world. Where God has used the "foolish" things of the world to confound the wise. There is no doubt in my spirit that God will do anything that I can't do for myself. Therefore believing that I can do all things thru God who strengthens me which allows me to be there for others.
So thru Treasures Out of Darkness we have a band of brothers who encourage, motivate, inspire the wealthy, the weary, and the lost by bringing them into the sunlight of the spirit and getting them out of the same darkness I came out of.
We believe that Christianity does not have to be rigid and boring but freeing of our spirit. El Shaddai Ministries/T.O.D encourages us to spiritually fit and bold so that we can have fun in our walk or rides thru the highways and byways for the kingdom. From having rallies, jean drives, feeding the homeless and supporting our community we cover a lot of special places on special occasions with some natural notes...(Hallelujah). I am truly blessed to be under an awesome Pastor a true man of God in a little church that is doing "Big Things" in this world to honor our Almighty God.
Favorite Scripture:All of them :)
My name is Joel David. I served my country in the Air Force. While stationed in Okinawa Japan in 1986 a good friend of mine died in a typhoon. In a drunken stupor I asked God why this happened. That simple question would begin a JOURNEY that continues to this day. God brought people my way that taught me His WORD. As I began to read the BIBLE and comprehend who and what He did for us, I started understanding why my friend perished. It was a CHOICE. The problem was, and still is today, that most of us choose to not heed the warnings. I am glad I made a chose to follow Him 21 yrs ago. His WORD and this ministry are helping me to become a better Man, Father and Husband.
I have attended El Shaddai Ministries since I was 15 years old. Over the years I have had my struggles and challenges, but I have remained committed. The word of God that is being taught has really changed my life and has taught me how to be a father, husband and a man of character. My wife and I are youth leaders in the Church and have 6 kids. I have been a member of Treasures Out of Darkness MC for 3 years. We ride with a purpose and have a great brotherhood.
My name is Jesse, I’m 34 yrs old. I was born and raised in the bay area. Growing up I did a lot of camping, dirt bike riding, and shooting guns with my family.
As I hit my teen years I started running the streets. I became a father and thankfully got my life together quickly. A few years later I met my wife and 2 step-sons. I am blessed to now be able to take my family camping, dirt bike riding, and shooting guns.
A friend of mine was attending El Shaddai Ministries and had invited me a couple of times. I kept blowing him off. I thought about what my friends might say or think if they knew I was going to church. I thought about what they would think if they saw my bike at a church. My spirit was pulling me to go check it out, but at the time my pride was bigger than my spirit. One Sunday morning I stopped fighting my spirit and took my entire family to El Shaddai where I found that I was accepted for who I was. I am not judged or criticized for being me. We were welcomed as family and we felt it.
Now being part of Treasures Out of Darkness MC I am being an example to my sons by giving back to the community, helping the homeless, and living with the Word of God in my heart.
My name is Fred Price. I have lived most of my life in the Bay Area. While coming of age in the mid to late 70s, I was exposed to the so called enlightenments of the times, including the drug culture and the free love movement. None of these things were enlightening or freeing, and years later as I was approaching age 40, I realized that although I had a good job and had become a husband and a father, my life had no real purpose or direction.
With God tugging at my heart and no where else to turn, I gave my life to Him in October of 1997, and two weeks later I walked through the doors of Second Chance Christian Church (now El Shaddai Ministries). I thought I was just visiting, but I never left! Through the word that is taught here and the example given by Pastor Mike, I have found both purpose and direction for my life, and continue to grow and develop my character. I have been here nearly 14 years and am proud to be a member of TOD, as well as a part of the music and teaching ministries. But most importantly, I thank God that he has revealed His plan for me and has given me the tools, the strength and the wisdom to carry it out and overcome my hurts habits and hang-ups.
MY TESTIMONY
A life of drugs and self-hatred led me to a church where I found peace in God, only to have it shattered by the hypocrisies of the Christian faith. I ran from GOD for five years only to find out that even though I left and turned my back on Him, He remained faithful to me. He has spared my life and kept me in so many ways. Through the process of time He re-instated me into the ministry. Our focus today is to help the individuals who have lost hope, faith, and trust in GOD and the institution of the Church. As I was being restored GOD spoke to my heart and told me to be a part of the solution not a part of the problem. Our desire is to take the church and love of GOD outside of the church walls.
Due to my upbringing, which eventually led me to a life of destruction, my life was like dysfunctional settings. It caused me to search for acceptance and love; unfortunately I searched in the wrong places. I lived a life of addiction through alcohol, narcotics, etc. Now that I found my way to true life with God through His Son, my life has changed. I love people! I bring hope, excitement, enthusiasm, and a light that draws people out of darkness. My goal is to see people delivered, saved, and filled with the Holy Spirit. There was a time I wanted to die, but now I have a renewed desire to live.
