Camp Connection | September 2015

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Celebrating the Ministry of Camp Caroline

September 2015

From the rising of the sun to its setting The name of the Lord is to be praised.

Hello from Camp Caroline!

Something extraordinary happens when campers and guests slip away from the regular rhythm and routine of the hustle and bustle of their lives to visit Camp Caroline.

While difficult to describe, it’s impossible to forget the difference even the shortest stay has in their lives as they discover the story of God’s amazing love.

Located in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies we are one of Alberta’s premier year-round Christian camp and retreat centers.

Psalm 113

It is our great privilege to welcome and serve campers and guests throughout the year for getaways with greater purpose.

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Camp Caroline. It is our great privilege to welcome and serve campers and guests throughout the year for getaways with greater purpose.

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Partners in Ministry: Through the generosity of individuals, like you we continue to create warm, caring spaces where people are valued and lives are changed.

With your support the ministry of Camp Caroline has become a safe place for people from all walks of life to find and follow Jesus.

As we work diligently to finish our fundraising goals for the year, I would like to ask you to consider making a financial gift to the camp this fall. As a ministry we deeply value the campers and guests that we welcome and serve and therefore want to ensure our fees remain affordable. Every gift made, no matter how small or large, counts.

If you would like to help us finish raising what is needed this fall, please consider one of these convenient ways to donate: Pre-Authorized Giving: For your convenience you can set up regular pre-authorized giving by contacting Leslie at leslie@campcaroline.ab.ca.

Online: Gifts toward the ministry of Camp Caroline can be made online at www.campcaroline.ab.ca/support/donate.

Mail: Gifts can also be mailed to the the camp care of Leslie Weatherbee at Box 250, Caroline, AB T0M 0M0.

It has been three months since I succeeded Jim Crozier as the Executive Director. Having served well for over thirty years, Jim was used

by God to establish Camp Caroline on a firm foundation for this next era of ministry and it has been a tremendous privilege to assume the leadership of the ministry and organization.

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During this season of transition, it has been wonderful to ministry. Thus far it’s been a fantastic year at Camp Caro

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Over 165 in attendance at our Work Week 1,375 campers attended summer camp th Campers experienced a safe place to learn Speakers presented biblical messages that Campers were challenged to make positiv 53 first time decisions and 12 re-commitm 51 emerging leaders trained and coached Pastors and their families hosted for retrea Almost $45,000 given to help 142 camper 157 staff working together as a team 74 school groups from across the region w More than 44 churches served during a we Over 10,000 campers and guests served t

These are but a few highlights from the year. As we cont bigger but creating life-changing experiences for everyon

In the months ahead, I will continue working with the sta current ministry deliverables and offerings and further de at Camp Caroline. As we have been completing this revi

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Do you see what this means—all t way, all these veterans cheering us with it.... Keep your eyes on Jesus this race we’re in. Study how he di of where he was headed.

With such a rich heritage of faith I have every confidence Caroline. To that end, I ask you to join us in prayer as we

ving served well for over thirty years, was used by God to establish mp Caroline on a firm foundation his next era of ministry and it has en a tremendous privilege to assume leadership of the ministry and anization.

o witness firsthand God’s faithfulness throughout the oline and I would like to share a few highlights:

kend in June his year n and grow alongside caring staff t encouraged campers and staff to find and follow Jesus ve differences in their schools and communities ments toward a life-time of servant-leadership ats rs attend camp

welcomed throughout the year eekend retreat this year

tinue to move forward in faith, it’s not about being ne who comes down the road to camp.

aff team and Board of Directors to prayerfully review our evelop a ministry map outlining the next era of ministry iew I find myself reflecting on Hebrews 12:

these pioneers who blazed the s on? It means we’d better get on s, who both began and finished id it. Because he never lost sight

e God has much in store for the ministry of Camp e seek to discern God’s direction.

Coming Up: Golf Tournament - Alberta Springs

September 12 Lunch at 12:00pm. Shotgun Start at 2:00pm.

A day for all golfers in support of Camp Caroline.

German Bible Camp - Camp Caroline September 17 to 20 Check-in at 3:00pm

Register by calling Wilf Beyer at (780) 469-4010.

Staff Reunion - Camp Caroline October 30 to November 1 Check-in at 7:00pm

Register online at campcaroline.ab.ca.

Junior High Retreat - Camp Caroline November 13 to 15 Check-in at 7:00pm

Register with your local church.

Rook Tournament - Camp Caroline November 20 to 22 Check-in at 7:00pm

Fun for all ages in support of Campership Aid. For more information on these events contact us at (403) 722-3939 or office@campcaroline.ab.ca.

....by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

Philippians 4

I also ask you to remember to pray regularly for the ongoing ministry of Camp Caroline.

Here are some items we will be praying for this fall: -

Continued discipleship for campers and staff Service and growth opportunities for LEADs Local church ministries starting strong this fall, as well as for connections with campers and staff Band Camps Fall retreats Fundraising events (Golf and Rook Tournaments) for Campership Aid GOAL: $45,000 Board of Directors meeting in September and November Year round staff serving together Life-changing experiences for all guests

Should you wish to speak with me to learn more about the ongoing ministry of Camp Caroline, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone at (403) 722-3939 or email at ben@campcaroline.ab.ca.

On behalf of all the campers and guests who have been welcomed and served this year at Camp Caroline, please accept our sincere appreciation and gratitude for all your support and generosity.

Warmly, Ben Trites Executive Director

Visit us online at HelloCampCaroline.ca

Facebook.com/HELLOcampcaroline Box 250, Caroline, AB T0M 0M0 p. (403) 722.3939 f. (403) 722.3980

e. office@campcaroline.ab.ca