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Gym Re-Roof
We are so grateful to the 27 people who showed up Oct 21&22 for the reroof project of the gym.
Vern Matheson had everything ready to go, as the volunteers started to show up they were assigned to the area they would be working and the project was completed without any incidents. Lots of fun was had and the new roof has made the entire building look almost brand new. They came from Dassel, Hutchinson, Upsala, Fridley, Ham Lake, Sartell, we also had a couple of lake neighbors who came in and lent a hand for the 2 days.
We are so blessed by the many friends of LBBC. We are able to continue to do what we do because of people's love for camp and their desire for others to be able to come and meet Jesus in a fresh real way without distractions.
A special shout out goes to:: Tim Robinson, Loren Fellbaum, Kevin Stocco, Phil Anderson, Randy Dischinger, Marcia Dischinger, Chad Dishchinger, Judd Matheson, Julie Matheson, Steve Pohl,Jerry Lund, Craig Dischinger, David Beyerl, Les Graham, Pete Barret, Eric Olson, Eric Schmidt, David Englund, Nathan Dahlseng, Andy League, Rudy King, Nancy King, Cathy Bangston, Nathan Alnes, Vern Matheson and Judy Matheson for all their hard work and willingness to come and get this project done.
There are always ongoing projects and need for people to come and lend a hand. We are keeping a list of projects so if you are ever looking for a weekend project, or something to do this Winter, let us know. We would love to see you at camp.
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Lake Beauty Above & Beyond
We are beginning a new financial support team opportunity at LBBC called "Lake Beauty Above & Beyond". Beginning January 1st, 2017 we are asking for 20 + families to join us in becoming monthly supporters. We are asking for $50.00 a month.
The money that come in through this special team will be used to update and keep our Program type Activities up to date and current. This support team will allow us to keep ropes course supplies current, other activities equipment in good shape and not have to take out of the budget. Program activities is not why we do camp, but they are the tools that we have that draw people to come, and then once they are here they can experience the Love of Jesus which is the bottom line of why we are here doing what we do.
This support will bring in at least $12,000.00 a year annually and with that regular support we can better plan, communicate and provide the opportunities for our guests. We are putting the details together right now and will have the system in place before the first of the year. You can give monthly by credit card, bank draft, or check.
When we announced this opportunity at Labor Day Family Camp, several expressed their interest and with that we are moving ahead, trusting that the 20 + families that we need to make this happen will be drawn to this new partnership opportunity and sign up before January 1.
Those who partner with us will receive updates from camp on what we are doing with the funds and keep them up to date on things going on at camp. The final details will be coming in the December Newsletter, with a link to sign up and get your giving started. If you have any questions please contact Brian Alnes at brian@lbbc.com
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Contact Us
(320)732-3218
Executive Director
Site Director
Program Director
Solid Rock Director
Guest Services
Ministry Staff
Properties
Food Service
Registrar
Volunteers
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Solid Rock Event Details
Solid Rock Preview Day
Preview Day was a success! We had 18 students plus parents attend this past Saturday. Prospective students had a great time learning about all the school has to offer and enjoyed playing cards and time on our climbing wall as well. A reminder that applications are now being accepted for the 2017-18 school year. Go to www.solidrockmn.org to apply!
Deciphering the Millennial Code Seminar
In partnership with Riverwood Covenant Church, Solid Rock is hosting a seminar on understanding, reaching, and teaching the millennial generation. Dr. Megan Brown and Jenna Thompson from Northwestern University will be our presenters. The event will be held at Riverwood Covenant Church in Rockford, MN on Saturday, December 3 from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and is open to ministers and lay leaders. Click here to view the flyer.
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Lutefisk Dinner
Dec 3 is just around the corner and we are continuing to sell tickets for th
e dinner. Lutefisk and Meatballs, potatoes, veggies, herring, and all the fixings are going to make the 2nd Annual Lutefisk dinner an event you won't want to miss. This dinner is one of our ways of
adding funds to the Scholarship program. All proceeds will go directly to that fund. We have lots to be thankful for and having money for kids to get to camp, who otherwise couldn't is definitely one thing that we are thankful for. Each year we spend about $15,000.00 in scholarships. We don't want money to ever be a hinderance for kids or adults getting to camp. There are limited number of tickets for each seating, please call soon. Thank you so much for your support of our scholarship fund.
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Introducing Emily Noyed
Ministry Staff
Emily joined us as our Ministry Staff person at the end of August. Emily was on summer staff in 2010 and is excited to be back. Emily has a bachelor's degree in Photography from St. Edward's University in Austin TX. She has been living in the Twin Cities for the past 4 years since returning home from college. Emily has a passion for children and youth and has most recently been a Special Education Paraprofessional. Emily loves photography, cooking, spending time with family and friends, music and crafting. She is excited to learn new things, grow as a professional, and see what God has for her through her experience. She cannot wait to help plan summer programming and pour into the lives to kids this summer.
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We all have something in common - either for good or for bad - we're all in some sort of transition...
At Lake Beauty, even as God has set into motion the transition of season into season, we are transitioning into the different ministry of our 'retreat season'. It's different from summer ministry, yet it is also familiar as our ears are still ringing from the din of over 100 junior and senior highers who enjoyed a great weekend at FORGE retreat!!!
We are also embarking on another transition - moving from last year's theme to this years. Heaven Bound served as an amazing tool to invite all campers to get on board the One train that will take its passengers Heaven Bound . . . All Aboard! We are now anticipating the transition for us to consider what does it mean to be truly SET FREE in Christ. Galatians 5:1 will under gird everything we do as our theme verse, and together we will seek God to unpack for us this theme that we are so excited about!!!
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.
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2017 Summer Staff Application Available
As we prepare for next summer we are praying for who God will have on our staff this summer. The 2017 summer staff application is now available. If you have any questions about summer staff please contact Matt Rudeen at program@lbbc.com
Click here to access information on becoming a member of the 2017 Summer Staff, and apply today!
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Upcoming Winter Retreats
Young Adult Retreat- December 30th 2016-January 1st 2017
Snowmobile Retreat- January 13th-15th 2017
Trailblazer Winter Whiteout- February 3rd-4th 2017
Marriage Retreat- February 17th-19th
Visit our website at lbbc.com for more information on upcoming retreats.
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A Word From Covenant Trust
This Thanksgiving, Covenant Trust Company wants to thank all the people and ministries who make what we do worth doing.
We are thankful for the Evangelical Covenant Church: for the leaders, and their faithfulness and commitment to the church as they discern what it looks like to love God with all our heart, soul, strength, and mind; to love our neighbors as ourselves and to go into all the world and make disciples.
For those who lead and educate at camps, schools, and in youth ministries: we are grateful for their love for children and their desire to see them meet God and grow in Christ.
For those who serve at Covenant Retirement Communities: we are grateful for their skilled hands and tender care; for dedicating their time and energy to loving and comforting their residents.
For the missionaries who travel all over the globe: we are thankful for the love that they sow and the hope that they spread around the world as they minister to those in need.
Covenant Trust Company is honored to serve and support these ministries.
We are also thankful for our clients: for the trust they put in Covenant Trust Company, for their generous hearts, and their desire to give charitably to the ECC and its ministries. Through endowments, Charitable Gift Annuities, trusts, and other creative giving and estate planning services, Covenant Trust Company has distributed over $213 million on behalf of our clients to numerous Covenant entities, with over $237 million more expected in future distributions. These gifts have been used by ministries to cover budgets, support missionaries, provide scholarships for retreats, provide food and clean water across the globe, repair and renovate buildings, and fund many other needs and projects.
We know we do more than manage and distribute money: we partner with individuals and ministries to help them achieve their goals. So whether you are looking to give charitably or wondering how Covenant Trust Company can help your ministry grow, please contact anyone of us on the Covenant Trust Team serving in the Northwest Conference and let us know how we can serve you.
Steve Allison, ChFC | Financial Services Representative |
Covenant Trust Company
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