Welcome to a first edition of monthly e-NEWS from Lake Retreat. The purpose of the e-NEWS is to keep people updated and informed about what is happening at camp on a regular basis.
We are finishing the summer camping season and beginning the transition to the fall season.
It has been a full summer with thousands of campers visiting. Campers of all ages have had great
experiences, making new friends, growing spiritually, and having lots of fun. Among these campers,
there were individuals who had life changing experiences as a result of accepting Christ. At our
High School Camp there were over 20 students who accepted Christ. Many of these were from broken
homes. It is always thrilling to see students' lives transformed before your eyes.
One of the greatest needs and desires of all individuals is to find a place where we belong,
a place where we are loved and accepted for who we are. Below is a quote from a Jr. High Camper,
Isaiah Johnson, from Temple Baptist Church:
"For some it might takes weeks or months or years to find a place where you belong, but that
was not so for me. As soon as I came to Lake Retreat I knew I found a place where I could make
friends... I could never find another place like it."
Looking to the future, we are excited about some of the changes that are happening. For years
we have desired to help the local churches by assisting in leadership development. We are
fortunate to have Rick Burleson join the staff team here at Lake Retreat. He will be giving
leadership in both the program area and in leadership development. Learn more about Rick in
the following article.
Blessings,
Tom Jones
Director
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We are pleased to welcome Pastor Rick Burleson as our new Program Director, starting
September 1, 2006. God in his wisdom has sent us a man of vision who likes to get things
done. Rick was recently the Senior Pastor at Community Baptist Church in Bellingham,
Washington. He received his BA from Western Washington University and is working on his
Masters of Divinity from Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary. Rick has been a teacher
in the Washington State School System, designing programs for behaviorally disabled students.
He has also been a LIFE/ministry coach, Christian conciliator, couples communication instructor,
and a certified behavioral consultant. Rick, his wife Rae, and their seven children will bring
leadership, support, and enthusiasm to Lake Retreat as we look to the future.
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Coming Up |
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| Annual Meeting |
Oct. 26-27 |
| Harvest Banquet |
Nov. 4 |
| New Years Bash |
Dec. 31 |
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Rec. Pavilion Update |
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| Matching funds for Murdock Trust Funds update (10/1/06):
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| Goal |
$126,000 |
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$93,750 |
| Need |
$32,250 |
| We have said we are starting work on the
Recreation Pavilion a number of times and fell
short. The middle of October we are set to
put in the footings and foundation for the
rest rooms and exercise room. The plumbing
will go in as soon as water system is done.
Sprinkler system and septic system is on the
drawing board as of this date.
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Attention CBC Churches |
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Take advantage of your 20% discount on all CBC guest groups.
Bring your Men's, Women's, Senior or Youth group out for an exciting time at Lake Retreat.
Our winter and spring schedules are filling up fast so book today. We look forward to serving you.
Contact Eric Sivertson, Guest Services Director at 800-315-0093 ext. 12
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Fall Banquet |
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Lake Retreat Camp and Conference Center is going to tee
off this year's fall banquet at the Meridian Valley Country Club on November 4, 2006.
The location is chosen specifically for you to enjoy, relax, and have a unique dinner in
the beautiful surroundings of the Meridian Valley Country Club. We hope to see you when you
drive on over to a beautiful part of God's green earth. It won't be a rough trip because
it's right in Kent. If you're interested in attending this banquet, please call Lake
Retreat at 425-432-4293 ext. 23, or e-mail us at
bparr@lakeretreat.org, and we will add you to
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