Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Answered prayer…Praise God! In July, the plaintiff attorneys filed to nonsuit (dismiss) Camp Wilderness Ridge from the law suit related to the February 28, 2009 wildfire.
We praise God for the huge success of our summer camps as we served 221 boys or young men (13 years or older). The largest number of summer campers ever served at CWR. Ten chose to follow Jesus Christ.
God provided an incredible group of men to serve with us each week as Servant-Leaders over a cabin of campers, Chaplains plus Servant And Leadership Trainees (SALT) as Junior Counselors or Work Crew.
Announcing the Good News was our focus each week of camp which we presented in the context of Dare to Be a Daniel. The Dare to Be a Daniel teaching came from material published by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. As a result the Dare to Be a Daniel (D2BD) this ministry partnered with us by providing each camper a personalized Identification Card to access a special website (17 and under) with message boards and exclusive content to challenge them to continue to grow in Christ-likeness. In addition, the packet included “dog tags” with four tags inscribed with Scripture and a diagram to be used as a witnessing tool…all provided to us at no change. We are very thankful.
One of the parent evaluations stated about their son “He is very excited to get back to our church regularly. I feel your camp is a big reason for that.”
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Please pray for…
- New followers of Jesus Christ…God’s protection and leading to a church where they can grow and serve.
- Believer campers that they experienced more than a “mountain top experience”…God’s power to continue in His Word and to stand firm for Him as they share their faith and the Gospel.
- Summer Camp staff support raising equal 100% of what is needed, approximately $16,000.
- Please pray for God to meet our camper scholarship short fall of $3,000.
- For God’s protection and provisions over Camp Wilderness Ridge.
Come be a part of a rewarding experience that will allow you to serve people as you grow in your spiritual walk!
We need volunteers to help us provide an incredible experience for our guests: Father/Son or Daughter campouts, Family or organization retreats. Review the calendar to select the weekend(s) that you can come serve with us.
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Our needs cover every aspect of our camp. You can serve…
- Kitchen Staff (cooking assistants, food preparations, meal setup and cleanup, including washing trays, pots & pans, etc.)
- Trash, restroom detail
- Activities Staff (Challenge Course – Zip Line, Climbing Wall, Archery, Riflery (BB & Pellet), Waterfront (canoes & fishing), Group Games, etc.
- Photographer(s)
- DVD Slide/Video Production (Saturday night)
- Utility Player(s) (Does a little of everything as needed)
As a volunteer there are no costs to you. We provide meals and, as needed, sleep accommodations. Church small groups (men & women) can serve together. Men, it is an excellent opportunity to come serve with your son or daughter.
Usually, we need helpers on Friday beginning anytime after 5:00 pm (arrive when you can) on through about noon on Sunday (go when you need to go). Yes, you can just do Saturday or any other time period that is best for you or your group. Just let us know your schedule, email: sandy@wildernessridge.com. If you have questions or need additional information please call CWR office at 512-237-4442.
This is the largest generation in our history that knows less about Jesus than any other. Join with CWR to narrow that gap by looking for opportunities to share the GOOD NEWS
May we faithfully serve our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in 2010!
In Him,
Ron Hunt, Camp Director
