An Invitation from the Dean

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2 An Invitation from the Dean It is my pleasure to invite you to join us for the 80th Annual Family Bible Camp. As we celebrate the legacy of this event, I have confidence that the traditions of powerful preaching, Biblical teaching and Christian fellowship will continue this summer. It was the popular tent revivals of the early 1900 s that gave birth to this Bible conference. In recent years, we ve been able to honor their original setting by gathering under a big top tent we call the tenternacle. Feel free to bring your own comfortable lawn chairs to any of the sessions. To help us celebrate 80 years, I m excited to welcome back Dr. Jonathan Case as our Disciple Hour teacher. After rave reviews back in 2010, Dr. Case joins us for another milestone year. Leading our Bible Hour is a new face to the Family Bible Camp: Dr. David Watson is one of the most popular teachers at United Theological Seminary. It is an honor to welcome a recently retired United Methodist bishop to Findley Lake. Bishop Peter Weaver will inspire and challenge us each evening and we may even find out if he has ancestral ties to the area (think: Weaver Hall). Also, both the camp and I are very excited to announce that online registration is now available. Please check the brochure for instructions on how to register quickly and easily.

3 I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. Ephesians 1:17 NIV I know God will do amazing things in our lives this year at Family Bible Camp. Some of us will experience an encouraging Word from the Lord, some will receive a call to ministry and some will have their lives transformed. I hope you ll be there to witness it all. Rev. Rick LaDue Pastor at Kidder Memorial UMC, Jamestown, NY About Findley Findley Camp and Retreat Center is located in Southwestern New York on a ¼ mile stretch on the shore of Findley Lake. The camp has 160 acres consisting of woods with trails, a large ball field, a lower campus area with housing, and the lakefront. During Family Bible Camp there are several activities you and your family can enjoy during the afternoon. The waterfront will be open each day from 2 to 5 pm for swimming, canoeing, paddleboating, and kayaking. The waterfront will also have tubing and skiing available each afternoon as well. The slip n slide is great fun for the little ones and runs each afternoon. The newly rebuilt playground is available any time. There are hiking trails, a Frisbee golf course, basketball, and volleyball options various afternoons. You have the freedom to choose how active or relaxed your afternoons will be. Findley s snack bar will be open each afternoon and each evening following the service. There are a wide variety of treats,

4 both healthy options and sweet options. We do bring in local Addie s homemade ice cream for the snack bar for Family Bible camp as an extra special option. Findley is 1 ½ miles from the quaint town of Findley Lake if you want to take an afternoon to do some local shopping. The camp is also three miles from Peek n Peak Ski and Golf Resort. Findley is located 1 ½ hours southwest of Buffalo, NY, 30 minutes east of Erie, PA, and 45 minutes west of Jamestown, NY. Map data TomTom

5 Accommodations & General Info Findley offers various accommodations to suit the wants and needs of your family. Showers Hall is a dorm style building with 2 single beds to a room. There is a common bathroom on both floors. Most rooms are on the second story. Gregory Lodge is a one story building with 2 single beds in each room and shared restrooms. This building has easy, level access from the outside. There are shared bathrooms in the center of the hall. Goodwill Lodge is a 2 story building with most rooms containing 2 single beds, 2 rooms with 3 single beds and 1 room with 1 single bed. Goodwill is a bit more of a rustic building. It has a shared bathroom on each floor with a shower. The cabins sit partway up the hill with a great view from each porch. Each cabin has a queen size bed in a separate room and bunk beds in the main room. These are great if you have a larger family or group wanting to stay together. Each cabin also has its own grill, a microwave, refrigerator, picnic table and bathroom. Findley has 20 RV sites on the lower campus area. There are 10 full-hook-up sites and 10 water and electric sites. All sites have access to a bath house with showers and a picnic pavilion. If you like a little more peace and quiet there are 4 electric only sites up on the top of the hill. There is a pavilion there with a full kitchen and bathrooms with showers. You can also tent camp in any of the RV sites or in the meadow up at the top of the hill. General Information A nursery is available from 9AM to Noon daily for children ages 0 3 and evenings from 7 9PM for children ages 0 5. Youth will be in grade appropriate groups based on the grade level that they will enter in the fall.

6 General Information cont. The young adult program is designed for college students and those over 18. Parents of minors must know where their children are at all times and must provide adequate supervision for their children whenever they are not involved in specific Family Bible Camp program offerings. Smoking, alcohol, firearms and pets are NOT permitted on camp property. Retired ministers and spouses of retired ministers may take a 25% discount off their total room and board cost. Please bring your own linens and blankets. You may also want to bring your own lawn chair for worship services in the tent. The Family Bible Camp program is paid for entirely through the offerings received at the evening services and through special gifts designated for the Family Bible Camp. Featured Speakers Bishop Peter Weaver Bishop Weaver has been in semi-retirement after serving as bishop of the United Methodist Church in both Philadelphia and Boston from 1996 to Prior to this, he served as pastor to churches in the Pittsburgh area, taught seminary classes and visited dozens of countries on short-term missions. He received his Masters of Divinity from Drew Theological Seminary and his Doctorate of Theology from Boston University. He and his wife Linda have eight grown daughters and twelve grandchildren. His father and mother served many churches in the Findley Lake area and the family has maintained a cottage on Chautauqua Lake for over 70 years.

7 Dr. Jonathan Case In 2005, Dr. Case began his tenure as Professor of Theology at Houghton College. Previously, he lectured at Kingsley College in Melbourne, Australia under appointment from Wesleyan World Missions. His articles and reviews have appeared in several publications and his forthcoming book is entitled Around the Table: Talking Graciously About God. He received his M. Div. from Nazarene Theological Seminary and his Ph.D. from Luther Seminary. He is married to Miriam and they have a daughter Carolyn. He is returning for the second time to Family Bible Camp and will be teaching on What Christians Should Know about World Religions and New Religious Movements. Dr. David Watson Dr. Watson serves as Academic Dean and Associate Professor of New Testament at United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. He received his M.Div. and Ph.D. from Southern Methodist University and is an ordained elder in the West Ohio Conference. He is the author of the book Honor Among Christians: The Cultural Key to the Messianic Secret, and co-edited a book with Joel Green in addition to many other articles and reviews. Over 2000 followers read his blog Musings and whatnot He also has a heart for ministry to persons with disabilities. He is married to Harriet and they have two sons: Luke and Sean. For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes... Romans 1:16

8 Family Bible Camp Leadership Dan & Lydia Albrecht Children s Program Leaders Dan and Lydia met at Houghton College where they both received education degrees. Both have previously worked or volunteered on the Findley Summer camp staff. Lydia grew up coming to Family Bible Camp and Dan has attended since working at Findley. This will be their third year working with the Children s Ministry. Roger Brumagin Organist Roger has been coming to Findley as a camper, counselor, Family Bible Camp musician, member of the Board, or volunteer since Why? Because of how important Camp Findley has been in his life. It was here that he accepted Christ, was baptized, and proposed to his wife, Debbie. David Cooke Young Adult Leader Dave is the pastor of the Findley Lake UMC and returns for his fourth year as young adult leader. He serves on the Conference Board of Ordained Ministry and recently received his doctorate from Asbury Theological Seminary. Dave and his wife Heather have three children: Benjamin, Charlotte Grace and Nathan. I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. Gal. 2:20a

9 John Cooke Pianist John Cooke has provided music for Family Bible Camp every summer since 1970, except for the seven years when he served as dean. A United Methodist pastor for over 40 years, John is retired and lives with his wife Charlotte in Elma, NY. They have three married children and nine grandchildren. Seth Crissman Praise & Worship Leader The Crissman family has been coming to FBC since before Seth was born, so he has grown up in front of us. Seth received his call to ministry at our altar recently and is now attending Eastern Mennonite Seminary. Seth is a member of The Walking Roots Band. He and Theresa have a daughter Eliana. J.L. Miller Senior High Youth Leader This will be J.L. s seventh year serving as the Senior High youth leader for Family Bible Camp. He served as a youth pastor in the local church for 11 years. For the past five years he has been working with students at Houghton College. J.L. and his wife Heidi have three kids: Silas, Sadie and Corina. Joe Pascoe Middle School Youth Leader Joe was baptized in the waters of Findley Lake by his dad, the late Rev. John Pascoe. Joe is the pastor of the Sinclairville Park UMC and has over a decade of youth ministry experience. He and his wife Leslie have three girls: Taylor, Ashley, and Riley.

10 2015 Family Bible Camp Rates Full-Time (all inclusive package 6 nights and 18 meals) Showers Hall, Gregory Lodge, Goodwill Lodge Adult $290 Youth (ages 12-17) $255 Child $175 * Retired Pastors and Spouses $220 Family Max for Lodges Family of 4 won t pay more than $840 Family of 5-7 won t pay more than $1050 More than 7 - $95 per person for each additional person Log Cabins (5 person minimum) Adult $225 RESERVED Youth $210 Child $160 *Retired Pastor and Spouse $170 Campground (based on 4 per site. Max for each site is 8 people. ) Full Hook-up $195 Water & Electric $165 Electric only Tent site $135 $15 per person per site for the week or $5 per night for visitors only staying part of the week. Campground (Retired Pastors & Spouses) Full Hook-up $150 Water & Electric $130 Tent Site $105

11 Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. The one who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them. John 14:21 Ala Carte Pricing Campsite with Meals Packages (This deal is for the whole week, if you only want certain meals throughout the week in the dining hall refer to the Ala Carte pricing) w/ 3 meals a day + $156 per person W/ 2 meals a day + $102 per person w/ 1 meal a day + $60 per person Overnights Showers, Gregory, Goodwill Adult $35 Youth $25 Child $18 Cabins Adult $15 RESERVED Youth $13 Child $7 Campground Full Hook-up site $35 Water & Electric Site $30 Electric only site $25 Additional people per site beyond 4 $10/person Meals Breakfast $7 Lunch $9 Dinner $10

12 Schedule Sunday Schedule 3:00 Registration opens 5:30 Dinner 7:00 Opening Worship Daily Schedule 7:30 Morning Watch 8:00 Breakfast 9:00 Bible Hour 10:15 Break 10:45 Disciple Hour 12:15 Lunch 1:00 Afternoon Recreation & Leisure 5:30 Dinner 6:30 Angelus Bell (moment of silent prayer) 7:00 Evening Service* 9:15 Snack Bar open 11:00 Quiet Hours begin * Wednesday includes a memorial service and Friday includes communion. Saturday Schedule 7:30 Morning Watch 8:00 Breakfast 9:00 Bible Hour 10:15 Break 10:45 Morning Worship 12:15 Lunch

13 2015 Registration Form REGISTER ONLINE at Name: Phone: Address: City: State: Zip: Attending Family Members: (If you have more family members attending than spaces given, please use the back of this or a separate sheet) Spouse: Child: Age: Child: Age: Child: Age: o Check if Retired Pastor or Spouse of Retired Pastor Accommodation Requests: (We will make every effort to provide the accommodations you request. We reserve the right to substitute similar housing in the event your choices have already been filled to capacity.) Please indicate 1st and 2nd choices. (Check AND circle 1st choice) Lodges: o Showers Hall o Gregory o Goodwill RV Sites: o Full Hookup o Water & Electric o Tent Site Upper Pavilion: o Tent Site o Electric Site

14 o Full-Time Registration (includes 6 nights and 18 meals) o Full-Time No Meals Part-Time Registrants: (Check the nights you require accommodation) o Sunday o Monday o Tuesday o Wednesday o Thursday o Friday Check for meals that will be eaten in the Dining Hall (XX = Meals not served) Breakfast Lunch Dinner Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. XX XX XX Is there anything our staff needs to know to help you have a great week? (i.e. dietary restrictions, deaf interpretation, specific RV site, etc.) Mail this form and $50 non-refundable Deposit to: Registrar, 2334 Sunnyside Rd, Clymer, NY Make Checks Payable to UNYAC Promotional Permission: By registering for Family Bible Camp, I understand that my and my family s likenesses (in still photos or videos) may be used for promotional purposes unless I notify the camp administration in writing to the contrary.

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