Number 1 - Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Thank you for asking to be a part of the prayer team for Tilikum. This is the first prayer letter sent and I hope it gives you an idea of what's happening at Tilikum and how to pray for the ministry. Please contact me if you would like clarification, or have questions about how you can pray more effectively. Email dan@camptilikum.org , or call Dan Prow at (503) 538-2763, ext. 104 .
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.    And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6,7
Winding down activities for Potlatch 2019 – Thank you to all those who assisted in supporting this year's Potlatch Celebration . It was great to see everyone. There were 178 in attendance (26 new guests) with a total of $61,045 in new pledges and gifts. Two new families included Tilikum in their estate planning, for a total of 17 families confirmed, and 98 families committed to pray for Tilikum on a regular basis!
Writers Cabin construction update – Walls on the Writers Cabin are up, the decking is almost complete on the roof, and the metal roof should be installed soon. Due to unexpected local increases in building costs, sewer lines to the cabin were $15,000 more than expected. We are estimating that to finish the cabin and completely furnish it will require $15,000 in additional funds. Pray for these additional funds to be raised to complete the project.
Summer Camp attendance is down – The last several years has seen a steady decline in Summer Camp numbers due mainly to increased traffic and drive times, and decreased church group participation. While Tilikum has offered bussing in the past, this summer we are embarking on a greatly expanded bussing program reaching up Highway 99, along the I5 corridor, and into Portland. Pray this convenience for parents will see increased Summer Camp numbers so children can come to Camp.
A new Development Director – Dan Prow who started as part-time Director of Marketing at Tilikum three years ago also recently assumed the role of Development Director. Pray that he will be able to develop and care for those who volunteer and financially partner with the ministry at Tilikum. Dan can be reached by email or by calling (503) 538-2763, ext. 104 .
Beginning to recruit for Summer Staff 2020 positions – Program Director Rommie Christiansen is beginning to recruit for Summer Staff positions ( college and high school ) for Summer 2020. Pray the Lord will draw Christ-centered young adults who have been prepared to serve and to reach children with the presence of Jesus. Rommie can be reached by email or by calling (503) 538-2763, ext. 106 .
Lakeside Village – Tilikum is well into this building campaign and we have only about $173,548 left (about 17%) of the total $1,020,000 project to raise. This is dependent on two large grants. Please pray that we can complete the grant requests in time and that they will be approved. A solar array was recently added to the project to provide most of the electricity for the Camp over the next 20 years. A donor has just pledged funds necessary to build the second cabin. Pray for the completion of funds necessary to complete Lakeside Village as well as a smooth cycle of construction over the next 4 years.
Looking for a Facility Maintenance Technician – Tilikum is currently accepting applications for a Facility Maintenance Technician . This is a part-time, 20 hour per week, year-round position to assist the Maintenance Director in maintaining and improving Tilikum facilities. Pray for just the right person with the right skills and attitude necessary to help keep Tilikum in top shape for guests and campers.
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