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BRO. J. E. PUTNAM
Wisconsin District News WDN EDITOR Craig Lundt PO Box 688 Beloit, WI 53512 wdn@wisconsinupci.org WDN SECTIONAL REPS Section 1: Loretta Lundt Section 2: Carole Keller Section 3: - Open Section 4: April Peckham Section 5: Kathy Fry WDN Proofreader: Dede Sharp DISTRICT OFFICERS Superintendent: Rev. John E. Putnam Secretary-Treasurer: Rev. E.A. Kaske Honorary Board Member: Rev. John Grant PRESBYTERS Section 1: Rev. Charles Welch Section 2: Rev. James Booker Section 3: Rev. Ed Herman Section 4: Rev. Rufus Parker Section 5: Rev. Paul Bennett DEPARTMENTS Foreign Missions: Rev. M.W. Rogers Home Missions: Rev. Rick Keilley Deaf Ministry: Renee Strand Ladies Ministries: Sis. Barb Hilderbrand Sunday School: Rev. Dale Pace Youth Ministries: Rev. Tim Vik Revival Commission: Rev. Michael Hook Multimedia Ministry: Rev. Scott Jacobs Men’s Ministry: Rev. Steve Rogers Music Ministry: Sis. Darlene Boyte Purpose Institute: Rev. J.D. Putnam Prayer Force: Rev. Don Rogers FUNDAMENTAL DOCTRINE The basic and fundamental doctrine of this organization shall be the Bible standard of full salvation, which is repentance, baptism in water by immersion in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and the baptism of the Holy Ghost with the initial sign of speaking with other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance. We shall endeavor to keep the unity of the Spirit until we all come into the unity of the faith, at the same time admonishing all brethren that they shall not contend for their different views to the disunity of the body.
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The phrase “kingdom of God” or “kingdom of heaven” is referenced 101 times in the New Testament script. There JOHN 18:36 is a definite place where our Lord reigns! Jesus answered, My When God called Abraham out kingdom is not of from Ur of the Chaldees…the writer of this world: if my Hebrews wrote in Hebrews 11:8 By faith kingdom were of Abraham, when he was called to go out this world, then into a place which he should after receive would my servants for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went fight, that I should out, not knowing whither he went. 9 By not be delivered to faith he sojourned in the land of promise, as in a strange country, dwelling in taberthe Jews: but now nacles with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with is my kingdom not him of the same promise: 10 For he looked from hence. MATTHEW 6:33 But seek ye first for a city which hath foundations, whose the kingdom of God, and his righteous- builder and maker is God. As Abraham ness; and all these things shall be added began his “quest” for God’s Kingdom, every generation that has desired to seek unto you. 34 Take therefore no thought for after the Almighty has entered into this the morrow: for the morrow shall take same search. The very definition of “quest” thought for the things of itself. Sufficient is…an act or instance of seeking…a pursuit or seeking after. unto the day is the evil thereof. The quest continues for every indiThe Roman governor, Pontius Pilate, was standing face to face with the King vidual on this planet. We who are born of kings and the Lord of lords…JESUS again of water and spirit understand that CHRIST, when he asked the Lord, “Are the “kingdom of God” is not a geographical location that you can pinpoint on a you the King of the Jews?” Jesus respondmap. God’s “KINGDOM” is within each ed with a question, asking if this revelaof us that are filled with His Spirit! Luke tion was revealed to him or did others tell 17:21 Neither shall they say, Lo here! or, him that He was a King. Pilate, justifylo there! for, behold, the kingdom of God ing himself, stated that he was not a Jew, is within you. The apostle Paul describes but that Jesus’ own nation and religious for us what this “kingdom” is in Romans leadership had come against him. Then 14:17, For the kingdom of God is not he asked Christ, “What have you done?” meat and drink; but righteousness, and In other words, what Pilate was asking is, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost. “What are you guilty of?” Then JESUS So, our “kingdom quest” is not for a began to reveal His true identity and His tangible place on Earth, but rather a gloreign of authority. JOHN 18:36 Jesus an- rified, awesome experience in Christ. No swered, My kingdom is not of this world: wonder Jesus stated that we should, “… if my kingdom were of this world, then seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his would my servants fight, that I should not righteousness; and all these things shall be delivered to the Jews: but now is my be added unto you. 34 Take therefore no kingdom not from hence. thought for the morrow: for the morrow There should be no doubt as to the shall take thought for the things of itself. fact that our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.” does reign over a “KINGDOM”! Matthew 6:33 WI District Superintendent
district Calendar of Events The pattern that Abraham followed in the physical, we should be following in the Spirit! He first received an “inheritance.” The scripture tells us in Ephesians 1:12, That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in Christ. 13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise, 14 Which is the earnest of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory. Abraham then obeyed and went out. The exact action is told to us… II Corinthians 6:15 And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel? 16 And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. 17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you. Our “quest” is found in our desire to be led by God’s Spirit of promise. The “KINGDOM OF GOD” is not of this world, it is manifested in the lives of God’s people, and it is exhibited as we follow in His steps and obey His principles and precepts. Brothers and sisters in Christ, we have to understand that our hope is not in this world. Our allegiance is not placed in manmade governments. Our allegiance is
to our Lord and Savior JESUS CHRIST and His Kingdom. Jesus told us exactly how to handle living in this world and yet recognize that this is not our final place. He told those who questioned Him about paying tribute to Rome in Luke 20:22, Is it lawful for us to give tribute unto Caesar, or no? 23 But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Why tempt ye me 24 Shew me a penny. Whose image and superscription hath it? They answered and said, Caesar’s 25 And he said unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesar’s, and unto God the things which be God’s. Since we who are “born again,” have the image of Christ placed upon us by being a part of His body, then we should render our hearts and lives to God. I thank God that I had the privilege to be born in the United States of America, but God is no respecter of people. Jesus Christ is not an “American”! He is God to all men and women of every nation, tongue, and people. For God knows that His “kingdom” is not of this world, but is from above. It is not temporal, it is eternal. His “Kingdom” is carried in the hearts and lives of His children! Keep seeking, keep growing, and keep doing those things that Jesus Christ would have each and every one of us do. Lord, help us as your body of believers to be sensitive to the leadership of your Spirit, and help us to be obedient to the precepts of your Word. Help us all to continue our… “KINGDOM QUEST.” In the name of JESUS! Amen.
September 2 – Labor Day 8-SFC Sacrifice Offering 13-14 – WI Sunday School Seminar, Fond du Lac 23-21 – PI, Madison, Appleton, Eau Claire 27-28 – PI—Oak Creek October 1 – CFC Kickoff 1-5 – UPCI General Conference, St. Louis, MO 18-19 – PI— Appleton, Eau Claire & Madison 10 & 11 – Intercessory Prayer Seminar—Sponsored by Revival Commission, WI Dells 11 & 12 – WI Men’s Ministry Conference, Chula Vista, WI Dells 11 & 12 – Mosaic Conference, Wisconsin Dells 15 – Christmas for Christ Launch Date 18-Section 3 CFC Dinner, Madison, 7 pm 21-24 – WI District Board Meeting & 2014 Planning Session, Green Bay 25-Section 4 & 5 CFC Dinner, Eau Claire 25-26 – PI Oak Creek 28 – Section 1 CFC Dinner, Appleton 29 – Section 2 CFC Dinner, New Berlin November Nov 1 & 2 – The Gathering – Minister’s wives retreat. Nov 1 - Adopted Missionary Offering begins 2-3 – PI—Eau Claire 8-9 – PI—Appleton 15-16 – PI—Madison Media Missions – Mission of Hope Offering
“Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” Psalm 46:10 August 2013
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~ The Experienc
It’s Monday again! For the third week in a row, I awake in my small room that I now share with my friend, Eva. I am moving a little slower this week, but I’m excited about what it holds for me. I am at my favorite place to be: the Wisconsin District UPCI Campgrounds near Shawano. As camp staff for the last two weeks of church camps and for the past several years, I have developed my routine and prepare to serve. In the kitchen, other workers greet me as I enter. With apron donned, I head over to the head cook, Jeff Poplawski, for instructions. He and his wife, Tammy, are a great team, and I thoroughly enjoy working with them. Over the years, the same core group works the kitchen shift, with some extras some years and some fewer other years. Two steady helpers come to mind: one is Janel and the other is Ed. One year when Ed was not there, I kept
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thinking, “Where’s my hero?” He is always able to lift those heavy pots, and he makes it look so easy! The whole kitchen crew is a team with the goal of getting healthy food out to the campers and getting them excited about the food, fellowship, and the upcoming services. Before the food is served, we gather to pray for the food and the day. Once everyone is fed breakfast and we clean up, I am privileged to enjoy the morning service from my spot in the reserved section of the tabernacle. Rev. James Little was awesome (bow tie and all)! “Hi, my name is ___________ (you fill in the blank with your name), and I am a worshipper.” My favorite message of his was Friday’s message with the cracked pot. It is awesome to have the visual of how God takes the broken pieces of my life and shines His light through all the holes! Family camp brings a welcome reprieve. With only
ce of a Lifetime ~ two meals to serve each day, I have extra time during the day to enjoy some wonderful fellowship. Out at the picnic tables by the canteen area or on blankets outside the dorms, new friends are made. Other times, I go to town to restaurants or a coffee shop or the ice cream place by Subway. Books and Beans is one place I like to go as well. They have a lot of books, and I can sit and read and fellowship. Every year I am blessed to meet new people, including students from three of the UPCI college campuses from around the nation: ABI in Minnesota, Urshan School of Theology in Missouri, and Christian Life College in California. What a blessing to meet these fine individuals! Supper hour comes early. At 2:30, we get supper ready, so the campers can eat, clean up, and be on time for service that evening. This year, we have a special treat, with the ABI students helping in
the kitchen. They lead us in worship right there while we work! It is a great experience and great memory with ‘pan’ drums and the loud heart-felt singing of kitchen staff. What an exciting time! After supper, I again resume my spot in the reserved section to hear the evening speaker. Rev. Jason Sciscoe is such an anointed speaker and has the best facial expressions that help get his point across clearly. The preaching at Family Camp – WOW – blows me away! (After service, it’s back to the kitchen to fellowship with my friends that I get to see only once or twice a year.) Each year it is slow getting into the routine when I first arrive, but by the end of the three weeks, I can’t believe it is over, and I look forward to returning again next year. Joanne’s Family Camp Experience
(As told by Loretta Lundt)
Photos by Frank Ritchie and Craig & Loretta Lundt
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BY TIM VIK Wisconsin Youth Camp 2013 was definitely a camp to remember. Over 300 students and staff experienced another Godcentered, Holy Ghost-powered youth camp. This year’s theme, ACT1V8, highlighted the power of the Holy Ghost promised in Acts 1:8. All of the sermons and sessions highlighted the promise, outpouring, and activation of the Holy Ghost power, demonstrated in Acts 1 & 2. Pastor Jimmy Kelley, from Westside United Pentecostal Church in Tullahoma, TN, preached great, foundational messages during our evening services. Prayer, commitment, and relying on God’s strength were the topics of his messages. At least six young people received the gift of the Holy Ghost, and one young lady was baptized in a local river. I highly recommend contacting Pastor Jacobs (Prairie du Chien) for CDs or DVDs of the services. Morning prayer and creative morning sessions were all aimed to reinforce the power of the Holy Ghost the teenagers of Wisconsin have inside them. Using Legos, cupcakes, a bicycle, and free throws – Thursday morning sessions used practical examples to teach spiritual lessons. Wisconsin Youth Camp 2013 was also full of fun and fellowship. Group games requiring wit, strength, and teamwork kicked off every recreation period during the day. After service activities involved silly, messy, and crazy games during Twilight Zone. The last evening was topped off with large inflatables and fireworks. It was definitely a fun time for all. Thank you to the Wisconsin Youth Committee members and all the volunteer staff that made Wisconsin Youth Camp 2013 a success!
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Apostolic Truth Church Appleton WI July 21
Praise the Lord!!! 18 received the Holy Ghost in this mornings service with Bro. Robinette. Come tonight to see what God has in store for us.
Life Point Church July 23 via mobile
1 baptized and 8 people filled with the Holy Ghost at Life Point on Sunday~ God is doing amazing things!
CDs and DVDs of all district events can be ordered by contacting Media Missions
http://www.wisconsinupci.org/ media/media-order-form-4
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Photos by Cole Peckham
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BY BENJAMIN & VICTORIA SMITH It has been a while since our last update to all you wonderful saints of the most high. At that time, we were just finishing up in northeastern Iowa and headed to central Iowa. We were blessed to visit the church in Independence, Iowa. During our presentation, a man walked in the other side of their church building and met one of the ladies in the church. He was not even looking for the church. He was trying to find the computer store that, in the past, was located in that part of the building! While he was talking to her, the power of the Holy Ghost moved on him, and he began to weep in the presence of God. From there we traveled to Washington, Iowa. We had a wonderful time! We preached and got to teach the outreach course that we are putting together. We are excited to see the growth of the church there in Washington! From there, we went down to Des Moines and joined many wonderful churches, preaching and teaching the wonderful Word of God! While there, we had the honor of going on outreach with Iowa’s
Superintendent (Bishop Flemming) and his wonderful church members. Then about a week later, we got to show our presentation in Iowa’s first ‘Church in a Day’ (Pastor and Sis. Davison). There are so many wonderful things that happened during our time in Des Moines that there is not enough space to write them here, but we would like to thank each pastor and church that allowed us the privilege to come preach! We are truly so grateful for your warm hospitality!! Then we packed up and headed to Fort Dodge, Iowa (Pastor and Sis. Miller), where we spent the night and taught on outreach to the church there. On Saturday, we continued heading northeast until we reached Minnesota. During our time in MN, we got to spend one night at their family camp. Then we preached and taught on outreach for Pastor and Sis. Thompson. We had a wonderful time there, and saw God move in mighty ways. Many miracles were poured out. Then we rushed back to WisconContinued on page 10
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Antigua Update
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sin, unpacked, repacked, and headed up to Clintonville. We had an awesome time with Pastor and Sis. Narlock there in Clintonville! We had an early morning outreach course on Saturday, and then had an awesome block party. We presented our burden on Sunday morning. Then Sunday evening, we headed over to the Wisconsin campground to see the Purpose Institute students graduate! Monday through Friday was the Wisconsin District Family Camp, where we had
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a tremendous time! It was so good to see so many wonderful saints of God. From Family Camp, we travailed to Beloit to preach for Pastor and Sis. Kaske. On Sunday, it was wonderful to preach for the afternoon Spanish service and the evening English service. Then Monday, we rushed home to spend some time with my wife’s mother and father and tried our best to get packed to fly out on Thursday. But we could not leave without stopping at our U.S. home base of Calvary Gospel
We have uploaded all of our 2013 youth camp preaching to our YouTube channel; please feel free to visit: http://www.youtube. com/watch?v=PYCfd1bnAzM&list=PLBT_ VDWeVmbSOMqnq3wFpp1JSi2UEMxPd Church in Madison, WI! Pastor and Sis. Grant allowed us to preach, and we had a wonderful service. We showed our presentation and preached. Two people were baptized in the name of Jesus and two others also received the gift of the Holy Ghost. On Thursday, we flew from Madison
to Miami, Florida. On Friday afternoon, we arrived in Antigua just in time for our Youth Camp that started on that Monday. Youth camp was awesome as always! Pastor Gillis and his son, Rick Gillis, from Pleasantville, NJ, came down to preach for us, and during Youth Camp, two people were baptized in Jesus’ name and two received the gift of the Holy Ghost, speaking in other tongues. God truly is so amazing! On the Friday night following Youth Camp, we had a young man that has only been here a few times receive the gift of the Holy Ghost, and he was baptized in Jesus’ name. To God be all the glory! We would like to say a very special thank you to all our partners for your prayer and support. None of this would be possible without YOU! May God Truly Bless You! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
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