CAMPERS ON MISSION
N AT I O N A L N E W S L E T T E R
January 2017
CONTACTS:
STATE PRESIDENTS
Al Bill Foster
334-863-6088
AZ Darla Farella
307-629-05 49
AR Winifred Cox
479-858-9086
CA Richard Flood
707-552-5540
CO Larry Walker
970-275-3533
Fl Joe Rotunda
386-688-2380
GA Jim Wauford
770-845-3281
IL Don Kragness
618-983-5546
IN Jerry Miller
812-726-5378
IA Dave Short
641-275-2341
KS/NE Gary Shaw
405-388-4898
KY Vernon Hendricks
270-256-1516
LA Nolan Desselle
318-623-9376
MS Jimmy Ford
601-569-9292
MO Mark Harpham
816-797-0797
NM Dale Gray
505-884-7506
NC Bob Silver
828-275-2088
N.East David Book
802-223-5625
N.West Jack Birdwell
360-607-9438
OK Marvin Smith
918-791-8931
OH Murry/Sue Schmelzer
614-206-1195
PA/NJ Bill Hoops
570-538-3929
SC
Bill Broome
864-446-7625
TN
GeneHaynes
931-209-5247
TX
Cecil McCormick
325-537-2542
WY/MT/ND/SD
Joe Seacrist
Jerry & Renee McGovern –Editor
[email protected]
National Rally June 20-22, 2017, Dothan Alabama
National Peanut Festival Fair Grounds
Latest From Alabama President Bill Foster On National Rally
2017 National Rally Update: “Praising Jesus in the Heart of Dixie”
Well, it is just 6 short months until the National Rally and things are
falling into place. The main speaker and worship leader are all lined up.
I put their web pages in the last update, but in case you missed them here
they are again. Phil Waldrep is the main speaker and his web page is
www.philwaldrep.org/about/ The worship leader is John Yates and his
web page is www.johnyatesministry.com If you haven‟t checked these
men out ,I encourage you to do so. Think you will be impressed with
them.
On our web page www.alabamacom.org you will find links to information
about the seminars we have lined up. This year we are offering something
new. You will be able to register online!!! There is a link on the National
Campers on Mission website www.campersonmission.net, and Alabamba
Campers on Mission web site. It will take you to the registration form at
www. shocco.org/com/ Just fill in the appropriate blanks, enter your
credit/debit card info, and you are registered. You will get a return email confirmation. Print off your copy and your set! Just like ordering
from Amazon. If you are computer illiterate like me, there still is the
registration via snail mail.
We really want to emphasize EARLY REGISTRATION. There are
significant savings to those who register asap. You will see these savings
on the registration form. SO REGISTER EARLY!!!
There is plenty of parking space, and all events will be inside air
conditioned buildings. Come early and do sight-seeing!
307-247-1203
Regional Representatives
RG 1 David Book
802-223-5624
RG 2 Carolyn Adkins
229-273-2920
TRNGBarbara Rotunda
386-208-8555
RG 3 McGoverns
479-253-5879
RG 4 Gil Chard
423-367-6300
RG 5 Carolyn Walker
316-648-3759
RG 6 Vacant
National Coordinator (Interim)
Jerry & Renee
479-253-5879
McGovern
479-363-7035
[email protected]
Alabama COM has been
working long hours to put an
awesome National Rally
together for the enjoyment of all
Register Early Folks
Register on line today!
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SEMINARS, FLEA MARKET, ENTERTAINMENT,PRE-RALLYTOURS
NATIONAL RALLY SEMINARS
Carpentry
RV Maintenance
Plumbing
Flooring
Electrical
Drywall
Taxes
It Work Shop
Masonary
RV Travel Ops
RV Full Time
COM Mission Ops
Members Class
Ladies Mission
New
Activities
Painting/Staining
PRE-RALLY-TOURS
WOW
Monday 12:45-4:15
Cost $6 includes entrance fees
and transportation. Includes
stops at Landmark Park www.landmarkpark.com
and Todd Syrup Farms www.toddfarms.com
IN CONCERT-THURSDAY NIGHT-JUNE 22
Limited to first 80 registration. Refund requests
must be postmarked no later than June 15th.
Guest Speaker
FLEA MARKET
Lots of shopping BARGAINS! Both Monday
June19 12-4 p.m. Tuesday 8-12 a.m. All sales are
final . Cash and/or personal check-No Debit or
Credit Cards.
LETS GO SHOPPING
Campsites – Approximately 80 guestsites will have
full hookups. Please indicate on registration form
if you cannot hold black water in excess of 3
days.Grey water will not be an issue. Multiple
dump stations are available.
Phil Waldrep
June 21 – 22 PM
www.philwaldrep.org/about/
WORSHIP LEADER
John Yates
www.johnyates.com
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State Chapter News
FLORIDA
Ray and Earline Campbell, Florida COM, have a passion for
sharing COM with others. In the last year they have
recruited 10 new couples to join Florida COM.
Here is how they go about sharing at churches (in there own
words)
I have found that if I call the pastor of the church and ask if
we can have a display for COM they are very willing for us
to come and share about COM
This picture (below) is what we did yesterday at Immanauel
Baptist Church in Pace Florida. We also have done two
other churches (Hillcrest Baptist main campus) Hillcrest
Baptist Satellite Church) so far this year.
We set up in the church foyer before SS, and all church
services. We get there at 7:45 and left at 12:30 at all three
churches. When they come by the display, we share about
COM projects especially about Blue Springs. We hand out
brochures to those interested. I made labels with our name,
phone number, and the e-mail address of the Florida COM
website and National website and put them on the back of
each brochure.
We have a sign up sheet for PROSPECTS. (It includes name,
phone number, email address with our info) so we can call
them back later to answer any questions. We ask them to go
to our Website and get more information and sign up for
COM membership if they are interested. We will call the
people a week or two later to see if they have any questions.
We had six (6 PROSPECTS) sign our information sheet
yesterday. I will call them back later this week.
The poster I made are in the center of the table. I have made
and gave out six or seven sets of posters of various sizes to be
used for displays. We place COM fans, decals, brochures on
SOUTH CAROLINA
SC Campers on Mission remained busy throughout the
Holiday season. In October, several couples were at White
Oak Conference Center working on their hotel buildings,
replacing railings, ceilings, and renewing some outdoor
furniture. Then in November, a group spent a week at
Ridgecrest Conference Center in Black Mountain, NC
helping to retrofit dorm rooms used by guests and
volunteers. Ridgecrest is one of our „dedicated projects‟
where we go each year and spend at least two weeks helping!
Also, in December, a family in need without an adequate
place to live was brought to the attention of a couple of
SCCOM members. Several SCCOM members were led to
get involved, and in less than two weeks immediately before
Christmas, funds were raised and a gently used 5th wheel
camper was found, paid for, and set up for this family!
Since additional funds have been raised and a permanent
well and septic system will be installed. GOD is good, all the
time!!
We just completed our Winter Gathering in Columbia, SC
with appx. 50 members in attendance. We were forced to
move the meeting from January 7 to the 14th due to ice and
snow, but the 14th ended up being 70 degrees so all ended
well. Greg Loner, pastor of Princeton Baptist Church,
Honea Path, SC did our devotion and shared songs with us.
Tim Rice from the SC Baptist Convention also shared things
that are going on at the Convention and around the state.
We had two crews leaving for projects in Florida after the
Gathering and also discussed several in state projects as
well. One is helping in building a new parsonage for
Princeton BC for Pastor Loner and his family. His wife, Dee
is recovering from some traumatic health issues and a larger
more accessible home is needed. We also have two churches
that we are going to help with over the next several months
as they build new larger churches due to growth. Both are
ground up metal buildings- one in Bennettsville, SC and the
other in Latta, SC.
Dates were tentatively set for out Spring Rally at Camp
Pinehill in Bennettsville, SC. The Rally starts on April 28 th
through the 30th followed by a work week at Camp Pinehill.
This is also one of our dedicated projects we visit each year.
The following week will be spent at Ridgecrest volunteering
again. It‟s going to be a busy Spring but that is what
Campers on Mission folks pray for- helping GOD grow his
Kingdom!!
ARIZONA
The Quartsize outreach was cold, windy and rewarding.
Despite the weather there were 17 Arizona COM rigs, and
several Colorado campers. The many workers made the
work light and the fellowship rewarding. As usual the ladies
the table. Have a picture album, with various pics of and gentlemen of the QSBC treated us to stellar hospitality.
projects. Leave open on table. We also place a booklet from
The Revival music was varied and Dean Stanley‟s message
Billy Graham (The Cove).
challenged us to dynamic faith that changes us from within
and those we witness to with an assurance that Jesus is the
answer to the vacuum that too may attempt to fill with the
temporary thrills that the world promises.
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ARIZONA
MISSION OPPORTUNITIES
CAZADERO, CALIFORNIA
Cazadero Baptist Camp is looking for movers & shakers to
work together in a team effort to grow our camping
ministry. "Camp Caz" is located in Northern California in
the coastal redwoods. We are located on Austin Creek,
close to the rugged Pacific Ocean, Jenner by the Sea and
Bodega Bay.
We are looking for additional volunteers to help with
maintenance, housekeeping, kitchen staff and remodeling
the Caretaker's house. God has brought together a group of
fun, dedicated servants and we are looking to gear up for
another big season of Christian Camping in 2017.
Check us out at www.campcazadero.org
For the inside scoop please contact: Ray Pardee, Campers
on Mission [email protected]
Please call for more information:
God bless you!
Paul & Loretta Van Peborgh
[email protected]
Cell (707) 293-4661
Camp (707) 632-5686
Arizona COM At Quartzite
THE GREAT PASSION PLAY EUREKA
SPRINGS ARKANSAS-NEW
MARCH 15-APRIL 15
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
ALL COM STATES ARE INVITED
Come for 1 week, 2 weeks, or all 4, more if you prefer. Help
the Passion Play get ready for the 2017 year. There are
many areas that need polishing up on the grounds and many
repairs for all to keep busy.
*Water, electric, and central dump station (there are
number of full hook ups) First come first serve.
*Meals on your own
*Bring your own tools
Project List
Various Roofing Needs
Many Painting Projects
Wall Repairs Stucco
Door Installation
Power Washing
Electrical
Plumbing
Landscaping
Cut Trails/Hiking
Pot Hole Repairs
Door Repairs
Many more areas of building and repairs that will be added
to this list as it is growing by the moment.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!! CALL 479-253-5879
OR EMAIL [email protected]
We Are The
Hands &
Feet Of Jesus
Serving in
COM
MISSISSIPPI COM
Awesome time in Butler, Alabama at Faith Chapel Church.
The steeple is in place. Cabinet trim and baseboards
installed. The pulpit and rememberance table in place.
Pews will be delivered soon. Everything is almost ready for
GOD‟s people to worship. GOD is sooooo GOOD!
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(cont) MISSION OPPORTUNIES
THE COVE IN NORTH CAROLINA
URGENT CALL AT BLUE SPRINGS CHILDRENS
CAMP
UPDATES FOR THE COVE IN NORTH
CAROLINA (UPDATED)
Urgent need at the Conference Center in Marianna, Florida.
Childrens Camp could use some extra hands. Painting, power
washing, cleaning, painting walls and floors, fixing doors,
checking light fixtures, shower stalls resurfacing, sanitize beds,
power wash metal bunk beds and paint, and general
maintenance. If you have extra time on your hands give us a
call.
850-791-7762 or email: [email protected]
BLUE SPRINGS CONFERENCE/CHILDRENS
CAMP
Kristie from The Cove has shared posting the dates for
volunteers in our correspondence has made a difference in
more COM coming to volunteer in North Carolina. Thank
you all for meeting the needs of this awesome ministry!
2017 Dates Available:
March 1-30 (3 sites)
April 1-30 (2 sites)
May 1-12 (1 site)
June 11-30 (2 sites)
July 1-7 (3 sites)
July 22-26 (3 sites)
Sept. 1-14 (1site)
Sept. 15-28 (4 sites)
Oct. 1-7 (2 sites)
Oct. 20-31(1 site)
Nov. 1-10 (3 sites)
Nov. 11-30 (2 sites)
Blue Springs Conference Center and Youth Camp, in
Marianna Florida, sits on 100 acres where there is a lodge with
over 90 motel type rooms, commercial kitchen and dining
Contact Kristi Jones-828-771-4854
facility that seats over 200, a Chapel/Auditorium that holds 300
[email protected]
along with classrooms and meeting rooms.
The childrens camp consists of another commercial kitchen,
LIVE OAK FLORIDA WESTWOOD BAPTIST
dining hall, Chapel/auditoriium, and 3 large dorms that will
CHURCH
house 150 children/young adults. Separate facilities for
chaperones, camp nurse, first aid station and several large
URGENT NEED: PROJECT COORDINATOR
classrooms.
NEEDED STARTING MARCH 1, 2017
Immediate plan is to add 12 full hook up sites to the area next
to dining hall so Campers on Mission folks who want to
volunteer in the camp area will be close. There is already a
camping area witih full hook ups and a nice bath house with
washer/dryers. There are many needs here at Blue Springs,
some volunteers will be starting in December. There are many
opportunities to serve To reserve a spot and or ask questions
call: cell phone-850-791-7762
email: [email protected]
CONE OASIS BAPTIST CAMP IN SOUTH TEXAS
We are looking for some people that would like to
escape the cold up north. We have 9 empty full hook up
campsites. 50 amp. We are looking some folks to come
help. we are putting siding a couple of buildings, have
some tile work, painting, drywall, over hangs to enclose
and churches that need work also. We have a sewing
ministry for our ladies that make quilts and dolls. If you
like to teach others we have a group of ladies teaching
other ladies. how to sew. Then there is always ministry In
the local churches if that is your passion. If you are
interested in coming call Rick Hall at 956-404-7656
Communication is the
Life Blood of COM
5
11th Avenue & State Road 136
Contact Person is Keith Daniels
Phone: 386-362-8118
URGENT NEED-FRAMING CARPENTERS, TO PUT UP
WALLS INSIDE OF THE BUILDING. IT IS A FAMILY
LIFE CENTER. TWO STORY BUILDING.
PLUMBERS AND ELECTRICIANS WILL BE NEEDED AT
A LATER DATE
12 full hooks ups-one meal a day provided, may choose
lunch or supper.
Starting date for project is February 1, 2017
Show us Lord, which
project to volunteer for
Waianae, Hawaii-Puu Kahea Baptist
Conference Center
Couples must stay at least one month and should be in good
health. You will have some long days when you are on your
feet a lot, including climbing stairs. You should be flexible to
do what is needed. Work includes maintenance & upkeep of
PKCC including cutting & weed eating grass, pruning trees,
repairing anything that needs it, painting, dishwashing,
cleaning rooms and helping in the kitchen, etc. Advantages:
free lodging with a kitchenette, plus free cafeteria meals when
they have guests. The use of the PKCC's van to do sightseeing
(2 days/week) & shopping and a chance to spend a whole
month in "PARADISE." For more details the Website
is: http://www.pkcc.org. Phone: 808-696-3467 Email address
is [email protected]
(cont) MISSION OPPORTUNITIES
PRAISE REPORTS
Melrose Florida Project
Lake Swan Camp in Melrose, Fl has asked for volunteers
for their fall/winter season.They have all kinds of
projects available [painting, carpentry, yard work etc.].
They have 62 acres with 30 cleared. There are 9 full
hookups available and some meals can be provided. For
more information or to schedule a space call the
Director, Perry Rollins at 352-494-6145.
Renee I Know there are many
projects all across the nation. Are
you sure there aren‟t more articles
to publish in the newsletter? Well
maybe we should encourage them
(COM‟rs ) to please send them in
or send us their newsletters, so we
can publish them as editors. They
are so busy, I think they forget.
FOR SALE
Motor Home for sale, 2004 Gulf-Stream RV. 28
foot, New Tires (5/22/2015), Engine is Ford
Gasoline 6.8 Liter V-10, 40,000 miles, 0ne slide. It
is very clean with everything in good working
order. Asking $33,500.00. Contact Frank Bale
home 931-388-2934, cell 931-215-3700
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FOR SALE: 2015 Dodge Ram Diesel with 6,100 miles
for $25,000 and a 2003 Gulf stream Mako, 5th wheel
camper 27 foot for $7,500. Inquires call (309) 699-0681.
Thank you. Irma Burnett
It is time for Praise Reports to be turned in to your President
or designated person. In turn total report of membership
hours etc are sent to by President or designted person to the
national coordinator. Due May 1.
Email to: [email protected]
Notes for completing Annual Chapter Praise Report
1.
Nationwide each camper should only be counted once. To
prevent duplication of counting, the chapter should
contact each member that lives outside the chapter‟s
geographical area to determine if they are being counted
by another chapter.
2.
This number should not exceed total number of members
in chapter. If a member works on multiple projects
during the year, they still should only be counted once.
This number should represent the number of members in
your chapter that actively work on mission projects.
3.
% of members involved equals members involved
divided by total members in chapter. Not to exceed 100%.
4.
Include hours preparing for mission trip and time worked
at site, but do not include travel time.
5.
Count only those decisions made in the presence of
COM‟er that reported the decision being made.
6.
Count only those rededications made in the presence of
COM‟er that reported the rededication being made.
7.
Count only those other decisions made in the presence of
COM‟er that reported the other decisions being made.
8.
Total number of projects/events should equal total
number of projects/events listed and numbered below the
TOTAL NUMBER OF PROJECTS/EVENTS line.
9.
For types of projects/events not already listed, add them
on a OTHER TYPES OF PROJECTS/EVENTS line and
the number of that type of projects/events in the right
hand column.
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Fifth-Wheel Trailer for Sale 2007 Paradise Point made by
Cross Roads. 3 slides, 36 ½ feet long
New roof, new
refrigerator, tires-2 years old, Hitch included;
Phone: 318 253-8246, 318 623-9376 $14,500
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This Fifth Wheel is owned by a good friend of Alabama
Campers On Mission, Clint Foster. If you are looking for
a 39' Fifth Wheel Camper http://www.rvtrader.com/
listing/2011-Heartland-MT-RUSHMORE-119829385
Have you registered on line for the
National Rally??
Go to national
website and register early.
You
save so much money by doing so.
www.campersonmission.net
What does God want you to do?
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10. Campers on Mission may work with other organized
mission efforts such as Disaster Relief, Baptist builders,
Wycliffe, Billy Graham, etc. that keep their own records
of work effort. But since the COM Praise Report is an
independent Praise report that is only used by the COM,
there can be no duplication of reporting. All work done
by campers as campers should be included in the COM
Chapter Praise report.
11. Bible studies are a multiple meeting events which include
a number of consecutive presentations of the gospel.
Devotions Held are single individual events such as
devotional held each day on projects, at campgrounds,
fairs or any other event that allows the COM‟ers to
present the Gospel as a devotion.
NEW STATE CHAPTER
WELCOME OHIO
Murray and Sue Schmelzer have worked with
Kentucky and Indiana COM. But their desire
was to have an Ohio State Chapter.
They have been busy putting together Ohio ByLaws, contacting Ohio Childrens Camps, and
Ohio Convention. We appreciate their
diligence in doing what is asked of them to
build their chapter. We would like to welcome
Murray and Sue Scmelzer Presidents of Ohio!!
ATTENTION PRESIDENTS
IF YOU HAVE ANY AGENDA ITEMS TO ADD
TO JUNE 2017 PRESIDENTS BUSINESS
MEETING HELD AT THE NATIONAL RALLY
PLEASE EMAIL THEM TO:
[email protected]
ELECTION REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES
FOR REGION 3 AND REGION 4
Presidents in Region 3 and Region 4 start thinking
of those in your membership that maybe qualified
to serve as a Regional Representative.
Region 3 states are:
Region 4 states are: (active)
Arkansas
Illinois
Louisiana
Indiana
Mississippi
Iowa
Missouri
Kentucky
Oklahoma
Ohio
Texas
Tennessee
Regional Representatives (Brief Description)
The regional representative bears a heavy burden. He must
focus on keeping everyone in his region informed of mission
opportunities, prayer requests, and better organizational
operational methods while trying to help strengthen the
weaker chapters. These tasks require him to get involved with
each of the regional chapters. He will work on projects with
them and attend their rallies. He will join each regional
chapter to get on their communication distribution lists. He
will talk to and work on projects with as many of the
individual chapter members as possible. This is the business
model that Jesus chose. He wanted his disciples to place their
effort at the point of need, without concern for the
bureaucratic hindrances placed in their way by the Pharisees.
Can we do any less?
SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION 2017
June 13-14, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona. Campers on Mission
will be represented by setting up a booth. State Chapters
have been donating money over the last few weeks, as there is
not a budget for this. It will be on the agenda at the
Presidents Business Meeting at National Rally to make this a
yearly event for Campers on Mission to have a booth at
convention. Thanks for making this happen!
USHERS NEEDED AT SBC
If you are able to be an usher at the convention in June, please
call Dale Kronemeyer, Arizona COM. Phone: 480-688-1945 or
email: [email protected]
ATTENTION-GOOD NEWS
YOU CAN REGISTER ONLINE
FOR THE NATIONAL RALLY
NATIONAL COM WEBSITE
New feature on the N.W. Membership Applicationprospects can now sign up for COM, click submit, their
enrollment is sent in online. Mission Projects-all out
dated material has been removed. Special thanks to
Glenn our webmaster for making all these changes for
us. There are more updates and changes coming.
PRAYER REQUESTS
*National Rally June 22-24, 2017-Dothan, Alabama
*COM members-health-going home w/Lord-safety as
they work projects-traveling mercies*2018 National Rally Team (Georgia COM)
*Regional Rep for Region 6
*COM State Chapters * COM State Presidents/Officers
*Our President/Government *Missionaries World Wide
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NATIONAL COORDINATOR (NOTES)
DEADLINE HAS PASSED (JAN. 30) If you forgot
to send in you Lifetime and Camper Nominees, you
have a grace time: March 6, 2017. Presidents you
will need to email us asap, [email protected] if
you are sending us your nominees. No other
nominees will be accepted after this date. Regional
Reps and National Coordinator review each
nominee, then vote. Plaques are then orderd!
Spring is almost here! It’s time to get ready for “Spring
Rally” Campers on Mission members. We are putting
state rallies on the calendar, and getting ready to attend
many of your Spring Rallies.
We would like the
opportunity to speak to your members when we come.
COM spring rallies are very close together (time wise) we
might only be in your state for 1 or 2 nights. If you would
like us to stop by and visit with your membership email us
asap to get your state on the calendar if possible. We are
starting off in Eureka Springs, Arkansas ( March 15) for
an all state COM project. In Fall we were on the east side,
and upper north states. Now we will be midwest for spring.
If rally dates do not work for you, we will also come to a
project you are working on. Praise The Lord for your
talents you use to serve The Lord.
Serving “As We Go”
Jerry and Renee
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