Weekly Wire for April 24, 2013

Upcoming Events at a Glance

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

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Fine Arts Retreat – Samish Island

April 24-28

Drop–ins Welcome

Samish Island Fine Arts Retreat – By Donation 

Director: Nan Sargeant, nsargeant@comcast.net 425-432-5124

 

 

Classes Confirmed Below, More in the works!

 

Writing A First Novel with Deb Lund again!

Creative writing

Intro to Recording Studio (We will have an actual recording studio set up so you can actually record something to take home)

Wooden paddle carving, Inuit style with Roy Baggerly

Brass band??? Hope we can get all our guys back this year!

"Seeing Through New Eyes" Acrylic Painting with Anne Howley joining us again!

Intro to the Theatre

Beginning and Intermediate Guitar

Movement and Creativity-Fanovitch is back!!!

African drum circle and story telling

Bronze sculpture exhibition-artist from Eugene OR is sharing with us this year, Paul Gillam

Singer and Performer, Karl Olsen, from the Brothers Four folk ensemble will join us!

Kids art classes: kite making, hanging "fruits", moveable art, painting with golf balls

Free play area for kids: puppet stage, Plan City layout, craft table and much more!

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2013 Online Camping Brochure

It’s time to register for summer camps, retreats and reunions.  Get all the details here!

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We’re now accepting submissions for

“What’s Up…In the CWM”

Spring 2013 issue

Do you have a great story to tell?  Would you like to share your experience at a CWM Retreat, Event or Activity?  Has your congregation done something we should know about? Send your submission to debra@communityofchrist.ca or call 1-877-411-2632

And don’t forget to send lots of photos!

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Register today for Arts on the Lake!

Time is running out.  Great food will be prepared by Susan Levitt.  Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the arts in a peaceful setting.

 

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Live at Hills of Peace!

Caretaker Job Opportunity

May 1, 2013

The Caretaker of the Hills of Peace Campground is responsible for maintaining the grounds, buildings, and services of the Hills of Peace Campground in a safe and attractive condition for the benefit of all users. For a complete list of duties, go to Caretaker Job Opportunity. Accommodations, utilities and a small remuneration are included.

Please send your application to Courtney Znak at courtneynhaley@hotmail.com

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Head Cook and Assistant Cooks for HOP

Temporary Positions June 29 to July 16, 2013

One Head cook and 2 assistant cooks are required for 17 days at Hills of Peace Campground in Alberta. There is the possibility of additional days added to this and the opportunity to cook for one or two weekend retreats. Your own transportation is ideal but for the right candidate(s) other arrangements could be made. Please forward your application to Courtney Znak, HOP Board Director at courtneynhaley@hotmail.com or mail to Box 143 Hughenden,  Alberta, Canada T0B-2E0

Click here for Job Description and more

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July 20-27, 2013

Camper Information Package

Please let Greg Goheen know (by phone, text or email) if you are planning to attend

SPECTACULAR with our delegation as soon as possible - even before sending forms.

This will help immensely with booking flights and planning.

Thanks!

greg@communityofchrist.ca 1-877-411-2632

BC Youth please contact Rocio Cabrera rdcabreraestrada@gmail.com

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Registration Form here

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Summer Volunteer(s) Needed - Samish Campground

Samish Campground located in the NW corner of Washington State is seeking an individual or couple with an RV to serve as grounds and maintenance volunteers during May through August, 2013. The position entails mowing and maintenance of the
grounds, some handyman work and stocking shelves when food orders arrive, etc. An RV site with full hookups will be provided. Telephone and wireless Internet are
available in dining hall. Meals are provided during camps ( approximately 85%
of this time).

Application Form and Proforma Employment Agreement including Job Description are available by contacting Glen Fishel, Board President, at (360) 757-4559 or by e-mail at glen.mar@comcast.net or, if he is not available, Donald Brady, Camp Manager at (360) 766-8125 or by e-mail at samishislandcamp@gmail.com.

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2013 Camping/Event Calendar

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

May 31-June 2 Camp Genesis (8-9 yrs) Samish Island

May 31-June 2 Adult Spiritual Retreat Hills of Peace

June 7-9 College Age Young Adult Retreat Hills of Peace

Jun-08 Samish Island Work Day

June 8-14 Adult Reunion Samish Island

July 1-6 Canada West Youth Camp

June 30-July 6 Camp Mungai (10-11 yrs) Samish Island

July 6-12 Family Reunion Hills of Peace

July 12-16 Junior Camp (8-11 yrs) Hills of Peace

July 13-20 Family Reunion Samish Island

July 20-27 Spectacular Graceland University

July 22-28 Camp Planning Retreat - Hills of Peace

July 21-27 Camp Kluane (girls 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

July 28-Aug 3 Camp Chimacum (boys 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

August 9-11 Young Family Weekend Hills of Peace

August 4-10 Camp Kimtah (15-18 yrs) Samish Island

August 11-17 Singles’ Reunion Samish Island- Cancelled

Aug 30-Sept 1 Canada West Mission Conference Edmonton AB

September 27-29 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

September 27-29 Singles’ Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Young Adult Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Women’s Retreat Chilliwack

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“It is spring again. The earth is like a child that knows poems by heart.” 

Rainer Maria Rilke

Weekly Wire for April 17, 2013

Upcoming Events at a Glance

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

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Words of Counsel Presented
at the 2013 World Conference

or see the video clip here

by President Veazey

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Baptism

Isaac Willis was baptized by Elder Dan Esch & confirmed by Elder Dan Esch & Elder Rick Fisher on Sunday, April 14th.

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Correction

On March 17th Amanda Senga was ordained to the office of Priest by Elder Ryan Levitt and Elder Marilyn Smith.

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2013 Online Camping Brochure

It’s time to register for summer camps, retreats and reunions.  Get all the details here!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

We’re now accepting submissions for

“What’s Up…In the CWM”

Spring 2013 issue

Do you have a great story to tell?  Would you like to share your experience at a CWM Retreat, Event or Activity?  Has your congregation done something we should know about? Send your submission to debra@communityofchrist.ca or call 1-877-411-2632

And don’t forget to send lots of photos!

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It’s time to register for Arts on the Lake!

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Job Opening – Canada West Mission

Camping and Retreat Specialist

submit by April 20, 2013

General

Camping and Retreat Program Specialist is one who provides leadership and support to leaders to create and sustain vibrant camping and retreat experiences. Through camps and retreats they assist in establishing and reaching goals aligned with the Mission Initiatives. With development and invitation being a focus of this position the ministry will attend to specific needs of the wider mission. The goal of this position is to create and organize a sustainable, vibrant camping and retreat program in Canada West Mission. This has potential to be a four year position.

Full job description here – Camping and Retreat Specialist

The successful candidate will be willing to reside in Alberta or Saskatoon to be near Hills of Peace Campground. Please submit all applications to Greg Goheen, Canada West Mission President by April 20, 2013

greg@communityofchrist.ca or

Box 88, Edgerton, AB, T0B-1K0, Canada

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Fine Arts Retreat – Samish Island

April 24-28

Samish Island Fine Arts Retreat – By Donation 

Director: Nan Sargeant, nsargeant@comcast.net 425-432-5124

Deadline for registration: April 15th

 

Classes Confirmed Below, More in the works!

 

Writing A First Novel with Deb Lund again!

Creative writing

Intro to Recording Studio (We will have an actual recording studio set up so you can actually record something to take home)

Wooden paddle carving, Inuit style with Roy Baggerly

Brass band??? Hope we can get all our guys back this year!

"Seeing Through New Eyes" Acrylic Painting with Anne Howley joining us again!

Intro to the Theatre

Beginning and Intermediate Guitar

Movement and Creativity-Fanovitch is back!!!

African drum circle and story telling

Bronze sculpture exhibition-artist from Eugene OR is sharing with us this year, Paul Gillam

Singer and Performer, Karl Olsen, from the Brothers Four folk ensemble will join us!

Kids art classes: kite making, hanging "fruits", moveable art, painting with golf balls

Free play area for kids: puppet stage, Plan City layout, craft table and much more!

 

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Live at Hills of Peace!

Caretaker Job Opportunity

May 1, 2013

The Caretaker of the Hills of Peace Campground is responsible for maintaining the grounds, buildings, and services of the Hills of Peace Campground in a safe and attractive condition for the benefit of all users. For a complete list of duties, go to Caretaker Job Opportunity. Accommodations, utilities and a small remuneration are included.

Please send your application to Courtney Znak at courtneynhaley@hotmail.com

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Head Cook and Assistant Cooks for HOP

Temporary Positions June 29 to July 16, 2013

One Head cook and 2 assistant cooks are required for 17 days at Hills of Peace Campground in Alberta. There is the possibility of additional days added to this and the opportunity to cook for one or two weekend retreats. Your own transportation is ideal but for the right candidate(s) other arrangements could be made. Please forward your application to Courtney Znak, HOP Board Director at courtneynhaley@hotmail.com or mail to Box 143 Hughenden,  Alberta, Canada T0B-2E0

Click here for Job Description and more

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July 20-27, 2013

Camper Information Package

Please let Greg Goheen know (by phone, text or email) if you are planning to attend

SPECTACULAR with our delegation as soon as possible - even before sending forms.

This will help immensely with booking flights and planning.

Thanks!

greg@communityofchrist.ca 1-877-411-2632

BC Youth please contact Rocio Cabrera rdcabreraestrada@gmail.com

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Registration Form here

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Summer Volunteer(s) Needed - Samish Campground

Samish Campground located in the NW corner of Washington State is seeking an individual or couple with an RV to serve as grounds and maintenance volunteers during May through August, 2013. The position entails mowing and maintenance of the
grounds, some handyman work and stocking shelves when food orders arrive, etc. An RV site with full hookups will be provided. Telephone and wireless Internet are
available in dining hall. Meals are provided during camps ( approximately 85%
of this time).

Application Form and Proforma Employment Agreement including Job Description are available by contacting Glen Fishel, Board President, at (360) 757-4559 or by e-mail at glen.mar@comcast.net or, if he is not available, Donald Brady, Camp Manager at (360) 766-8125 or by e-mail at samishislandcamp@gmail.com.

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What’s Up…In the CWM Christmas in Review

Click here to see our Christmas in Review online only.

Read articles and see photos of your sister congregations experiencing the Christmas season!

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                     Beneficiary  Double Up!

The standard practice in the past has been to appoint a beneficiary on life insurance policies, IRA’s, RSP, TFSA’s  etc. While acceptable and good to do, another practice which proves very helpful is doubling up on beneficiary designations. For instance, you appoint your spouse as the primary beneficiary and place your children on file as the contingent beneficiaries should your spouse predecease you. 

Should your spouse predecease you, the proceeds will pass outside the estate to the contingent beneficiary or beneficiaries.  This keeps the proceeds out of the estate and therefore do not form part of the estate for probate purposes.

It is very important during life events like marriage, divorce, remarriage, and death to review these designations to ensure they are accurate and consistent with your overall estate plan. A case came up very recently where the deceased did not change the beneficiary designation on his life insurance policy from his divorced spouse of many years, to his daughter. The divorced spouse was surprised and delighted when advised of her life insurance windfall.

As a general practice and particularly when life events happen, be sure to review the beneficiary designations and double up on the beneficiaries on file.  

  

Kenneth J. McGowan, BA, STI, MTI, PFP, FMA, CFP ^®, CEP ^®, MCEP ^®

Specialist, Estate & Gift Planning

Ph. 800-884-7526 or 519-265-5349

Fax 519-822-1236

www.CofChrist.org/Estate

 

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2013 Camping/Event Calendar

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

May 31-June 2 Camp Genesis (8-9 yrs) Samish Island

May 31-June 2 Adult Spiritual Retreat Hills of Peace

June 7-9 College Age Young Adult Retreat Hills of Peace

Jun-08 Samish Island Work Day

June 8-14 Adult Reunion Samish Island

July 1-6 Canada West Youth Camp

June 30-July 6 Camp Mungai (10-11 yrs) Samish Island

July 6-12 Family Reunion Hills of Peace

July 12-16 Junior Camp (8-11 yrs) Hills of Peace

July 13-20 Family Reunion Samish Island

July 20-27 Spectacular Graceland University

July 22-28 Camp Planning Retreat - Hills of Peace

July 21-27 Camp Kluane (girls 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

July 28-Aug 3 Camp Chimacum (boys 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

August 9-11 Young Family Weekend Hills of Peace

August 4-10 Camp Kimtah (15-18 yrs) Samish Island

August 11-17 Singles’ Reunion Samish Island- Cancelled

Aug 30-Sept 1 Canada West Mission Conference Edmonton AB

September 27-29 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

September 27-29 Singles’ Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Young Adult Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Women’s Retreat Chilliwack

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“You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because

reality is finally better than your dreams.”

~Dr. Seuss~

Weekly Wire for April 10, 2013

Upcoming Events at a Glance

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

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On March 17th Amanda Senga was ordained to the office of Elder by Ryan Levitt and Marilyn Smith.

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We’re now accepting submissions for

“What’s Up…In the CWM”

Spring 2013 issue

Do you have a great story to tell?  Would you like to share your experience at a CWM Retreat, Event or Activity?  Has your congregation done something we should know about? Send your submission to debra@communityofchrist.ca or call 1-877-411-2632

And don’t forget to send lots of photos!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

It’s time to register for Arts on the Lake!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Job Opening – Canada West Mission

Camping and Retreat Specialist

submit by April 20, 2013

General

Camping and Retreat Program Specialist is one who provides leadership and support to leaders to create and sustain vibrant camping and retreat experiences. Through camps and retreats they assist in establishing and reaching goals aligned with the Mission Initiatives. With development and invitation being a focus of this position the ministry will attend to specific needs of the wider mission. The goal of this position is to create and organize a sustainable, vibrant camping and retreat program in Canada West Mission. This has potential to be a four year position.

Full job description here – Camping and Retreat Specialist

The successful candidate will be willing to reside in Alberta or Saskatoon to be near Hills of Peace Campground. Please submit all applications to Greg Goheen, Canada West Mission President by April 20, 2013

greg@communityofchrist.ca or

Box 88, Edgerton, AB, T0B-1K0, Canada

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Fine Arts Retreat – Samish Island

April 24-28

Samish Island Fine Arts Retreat – By Donation 

Director: Nan Sargeant, nsargeant@comcast.net 425-432-5124

Deadline for registration: April 15th

 

Classes Confirmed Below, More in the works!

 

Writing A First Novel with Deb Lund again!

Creative writing

Intro to Recording Studio (We will have an actual recording studio set up so you can actually record something to take home)

Wooden paddle carving, Inuit style with Roy Baggerly

Brass band??? Hope we can get all our guys back this year!

"Seeing Through New Eyes" Acrylic Painting with Anne Howley joining us again!

Intro to the Theatre

Beginning and Intermediate Guitar

Movement and Creativity-Fanovitch is back!!!

African drum circle and story telling

Bronze sculpture exhibition-artist from Eugene OR is sharing with us this year, Paul Gillam

Singer and Performer, Karl Olsen, from the Brothers Four folk ensemble will join us!

Kids art classes: kite making, hanging "fruits", moveable art, painting with golf balls

Free play area for kids: puppet stage, Plan City layout, craft table and much more!

 

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Live at Hills of Peace!

Caretaker Job Opportunity

May 1, 2013

The Caretaker of the Hills of Peace Campground is responsible for maintaining the grounds, buildings, and services of the Hills of Peace Campground in a safe and attractive condition for the benefit of all users. For a complete list of duties, go to Caretaker Job Opportunity. Accommodations, utilities and a small remuneration are included.

Please send your application to Courtney Znak at courtneynhaley@hotmail.com

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Head Cook and Assistant Cooks for HOP

Temporary Positions June 29 to July 16, 2013

One Head cook and 2 assistant cooks are required for 17 days at Hills of Peace Campground in Alberta. There is the possibility of additional days added to this and the opportunity to cook for one or two weekend retreats. Your own transportation is ideal but for the right candidate(s) other arrangements could be made. Please forward your application to Courtney Znak, HOP Board Director at courtneynhaley@hotmail.com or mail to Box 143 Hughenden,  Alberta, Canada T0B-2E0

Click here for Job Description and more

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July 20-27, 2013

Camper Information Package

Please let Greg Goheen know (by phone, text or email) if you are planning to attend

SPECTACULAR with our delegation as soon as possible - even before sending forms.

This will help immensely with booking flights and planning.

Thanks!

greg@communityofchrist.ca 1-877-411-2632

BC Youth please contact Rocio Cabrera rdcabreraestrada@gmail.com

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Registration Form here

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Summer Volunteer(s) Needed - Samish Campground

Samish Campground located in the NW corner of Washington State is seeking an individual or couple with an RV to serve as grounds and maintenance volunteers during May through August, 2013. The position entails mowing and maintenance of the
grounds, some handyman work and stocking shelves when food orders arrive, etc. An RV site with full hookups will be provided. Telephone and wireless Internet are
available in dining hall. Meals are provided during camps ( approximately 85%
of this time).

Application Form and Proforma Employment Agreement including Job Description are available by contacting Glen Fishel, Board President, at (360) 757-4559 or by e-mail at glen.mar@comcast.net or, if he is not available, Donald Brady, Camp Manager at (360) 766-8125 or by e-mail at samishislandcamp@gmail.com.

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What’s Up…In the CWM Christmas in Review

Click here to see our Christmas in Review online only.

Read articles and see photos of your sister congregations experiencing the Christmas season!

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April 2013 Keeping the church connected Prophet-President Stephen M. Veazey will share Words of Counsel to the Church at the First Presidency’s World Conference worship on Sunday, April 14. Join with sisters and brothers around the world at 7:00 p.m. CDT in the Auditorium Conference Chamber or by live webcast at www.CofChrist.org. We also plan to share in three ordinations based on calls to be considered by the World Conference: K. Scott Murphy is called to serve as a counselor to the president of the church and member of the quorum of the First Presidency; James A. Poirier and Steven E. Graffeo are called to serve as counselors to the Presiding Bishop and members of the Presiding Bishopric. A complete order of worship will be available by April 7 for those who will gather in homes and congregations to worship with us through the webcast: www.CofChrist.org/broadcast/upcoming.asp. Please join us in prayerful preparation for this worship and for the entire 2013 World Conference. See a complete World Conference webcast schedule and more announcements later in this newsletter. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The early order deadline for discounted Community of Christ Sings pew editions is April 30! Place your congregational, mission center, campground, and individual orders by that date to benefit from the 15 percent discount on pew editions at $19.55 plus postage and handling ($23 after April 30). Community of Christ Sings, launching in October, will be the primary music resource for congregational life and will also be excellent for meditation and devotional reading in your home. Mission center and congregational bulk pre-orders use the enclosed form, which can also be found online at www.CofChrist.org/hymnal/order.asp. Individual pre-orders go through Herald House: www.HeraldHouse.org, 1-800-767-8181. Prices have also been set for other Community of Christ Sings products: Musicians Large Print Edition: $50 Complete Collection Recordings: $159 Digital Text Files: $65 Postage and handling will apply to all products. All products can be pre-ordered and will be shipped after October. More details on pre-ordering these Community of Christ Sings products are on the websites at www.CofChrist.org/hymnal/order.asp and www.HeraldHouse.org. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Herald series, Live Christ’s Peace, continues this month with “Justice and Joy: Sharing Christ’s Peace,” by President of Seventy Robin Linkhart. There is sacramental mystery in the act of sharing food around a table. It holds the power to birth relationship, unlock the chains of status, and free us to taste the peaceable kingdom where justice and joy flow freely, the hungry eat, and all needs are tended. To subscribe to the Herald, visit www.HeraldHouse.org or contact subscriptions by e-mail or at 1-800-767-8181. Also check out the Herald Blog at http://heraldmagazine.wordpress.com and sign up to have commentary series articles delivered to your e-mail at www.CofChrist.org/subscribe.asp. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The next Community of Christ International Peace Award recipient will be the Rev. John Bell. Read an interview with him in the April Herald and at www.CofChrist.org/peaceaward. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The USA National Conference will be held April 19–21 at Community of Christ Auditorium in Independence, Missouri. Tune-in for two live webcasts during that event: Friday, April 19, 8:00–9:00 a.m., Pastoral Sharing by President Stephen M. Veazey Sunday, April 21, 10:30 a.m.–noon, Closing Worship Read more about the conference at www.CofChrist.org/usaconf. Prepare for webcasts with information found at www.CofChrist.org/broadcast/upcoming.asp. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome Rachelle Smalldon to the role of Community of Christ young adult ministries specialist (previously Erica Blevins Nye’s role). Rachelle started January 18. Her office is at Community of Christ Temple in Independence, Missouri. Reach her by e-mail and at ext. 2352. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- New Of Water and Spirit resources will provide foundational material for engaging children in what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ and how discipleship is lived in Community of Christ. With exploration into church history, Enduring Principles, and Mission Initiatives, the resources make an excellent curriculum for classes with children already baptized and confirmed. The entire English-speaking church is encouraged to use this material for children ages 7 to 11 in settings other than just baptism and confirmation preparation. With 12 lessons, it makes a wonderful quarter-long Sunday school curriculum or use it as a rich resource for your children’s club or group. Available through Herald House in June 2013. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sing the Sacred Story! Historic sites bus tour, October 8–17. Calling all music lovers! Join Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation Executive Director Barb Walden and 50 new friends to explore Community of Christ’s historic hymnody on a 10-day bus tour. Travel to each Community of Christ historic site to see the places and hear the stories behind our favorite hymns. Conclude with the launch of the next Community of Christ hymnal, Community of Christ Sings, at the Peace Colloquy. Highlights of the trip will include evening worship in the Kirtland Temple and Plano Stone Church, a walk through the sacred grove at the peak of fall foliage season, hymn festival at the Red Brick Store, and a visit to Joseph Smith III’s Liberty Hall. In addition to Community of Christ music, guests will discover Shaker music and dance at Hancock Shaker Village, hear baseball anthems at the National Baseball Hall of Fame, and experience the beautiful sounds of rushing waters at Niagara Falls. Reserve your seat today! Simply complete a tour reservation form and send it with a $100 deposit to: Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation, Attn: October 2013 Tour, P.O. Box 338, Nauvoo, IL 62354. Get the form at www.historicsitesfoundation.org/page.do?act=lo&page=Fall_Bus_Tour. The tour will begin at the Temple on Tuesday, October 8 and end just in time for the Peace Colloquy on Thursday, October 17. Tour price is $1,350 per person for a double-occupancy room and $1,850 per person for a single-occupancy room. Price includes luxury bus transportation from Independence, hotel room each night, tour fees, and most meals. For more details, contact Barb; (440) 477-9562. See photos from the 2012 tour on the Foundation’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150812910208382.415013.194388303381&type=3. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Community of Christ Health Ministries Association (HMA) offers a discussion starter for wholeness and well-being World Conference legislation. What role should the church play in health, wholeness, and well-being? HMA has a health brief/bulletin insert including questions for discussion or personal reflection about our health perceptions, practices, and management of health. Developed from an Outreach International assessment tool, these questions are applicable for all communities and congregations. Download and print for your congregation at www.CHM.HMACofChrist.org. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Register now for MEADS (Ministerial Education and Discipleship Studies)! August 5–9 courses: Community of Christ Scriptureswith Dale Luffman 8:30 a.m.–noonandPastoral Carewith Jeri Lauren Lambert 1:30–5:00 p.m. Fees are $88 for one class or $175 for both. For more information and syllabi, visit www.CofChrist.org/meads/schedule.asp. Registration deadline is July 26. Contact Michelle Booth: ext. 1459. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Community of Christ Educators Association is offering $500 scholarships for two or three church members majoring in education and going into their third or fourth year of college. Download the application at http://cofc3.org/educators. Submit application and other required information by May 1 to Community of Christ Educators, P.O. Box 104, Independence, MO 64050. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Discussion and Information Sessions Discussion sessions and information sessions are avenues for World Conference delegates and attendees to gain additional insight into legislation and reports. Groups will have facilitated opportunities to discuss legislation and ask questions about committee reports. Visit www.CofChrist.org/wc2013/updates.asp for session times and locations. Service Projects As we continue to find tangible ways to make Christ’s mission our mission, we will partner with two organizations that care for the basic needs of people in the Independence, Missouri, area. These simple projects will make a huge difference in the daily lives of people who receive these services. Food Drive with Harvesters Necessity Bags with the Independence School District Read more about these projects and how you can participate at home even if you can’t be at World Conference at www.CofChrist.org/wc2013/projects.asp. Special Events In addition to business and worship, World Conference is a time for fellowship. Check out all the special activities and events happening throughout the week at www.CofChrist.org/wc2013/activities.asp. Make the most of your time at World Conference! Health Ministries Association - Saturday, April 13, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Community of Christ Health Ministries Association open membership meeting, silent auction, and brunch. Reconnect with colleagues and former classmates. Silent auction items include medical memorabilia, unique gift items, jewelry, and collectibles small enough to pack. You can support HMA while visiting with old and new friends interested in health and wholeness. Cost is $25. Make a reservation before April 8 on HMA’s website: www.hmaCofChrist.org. Association of Saints Church Radio Amateurs - Saturday, April 13, 9:00 a.m. at Gudgell Park Congregation, 500 E. Gudgell in Independence for its general membership meeting. Talk-in frequency is 146.73 MHz using ASCRA’s WØSHQ 13/73(-) repeater (no PL), or contact Douglas Shaw WAØEMX, ASCRA executive director at (816) 358-6856 home, (816) 686-0112 cell, or by e-mail. Guest speakers from Hams in Space will give a presentation about Amateur Radio Satellite Communications. A buffet lunch will follow at Ryan’s Family Steak House, 1511 E. 23rd St. in Independence. The ASCRA board of directors will meet at the church after lunch. CHANGE IN TIME - Professional Law Enforcement Officers’ Association - Saturday, April 13, 9:00–10:00 a.m. in the Temple Council Room for pre-Conference meeting. The agenda includes election of officers, review of by-laws, and discussion of Conference protocols and assignments. Association membership is open to all active, retired, or reserve law enforcement officers (including military personnel who served as military-police specialists) who are members of or are affiliated with Community of Christ. Members of other public safety entities and the military (active or retired) are encouraged to attend. Guests and other interested people also welcome. Bar Association - Saturday, April 13, 5:00–6:30 p.m. at Ophelia’s Restaurant, 201 N. Main St. in Independence for dinner and a general meeting. Members and friends are welcome. If you plan to attend, please contact Chelsea McClain Pierce. Youth Ministers and SPECTACULAR Delegation Leaders - Saturday, April 13, 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the Open Arms Emerging Congregation, 1101 W. Walnut St. in Independence. Community of Christ Youth Ministries and the SPECTACULAR Steering Committee invites all youth ministers and delegation leaders and staff to a pizza dinner. Co-sponsored by SPECTACULAR, soft drinks and pizza will be served. Come learn more about SPECTACULAR, youth ministries plans, International Youth Forum (IYF). If you can attend, please contact Diane Martin.   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPCOMING EVENTS April 6: Anniversary of church’s 1830 organization and 1860 reorganization April 11–12: International Leaders Meeting April 13–18: World Conference April 19–21: USA National Conference April 21–24 International Leaders Meeting May 6–9: Council of Twelve Apostles meet May 13–16: World Church Leadership Council May 19: Pentecost/Endowment Day May 27: International Headquarters offices closed—Memorial Day May 27–31: Community of Christ Seminary focus session June 1-2: World Church Finance Board     Daily Prayer for Peace A brief worship service is held daily at 1:00 p.m. central time at the Temple. Join us in prayer from wherever you are. For details and the text of each day’s prayer, visit www.CofChrist.org/prayerpeace/.      Contribution Update

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2013 Camping/Event Calendar

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

May 31-June 2 Camp Genesis (8-9 yrs) Samish Island

May 31-June 2 Adult Spiritual Retreat Hills of Peace

June 7-9 College Age Young Adult Retreat Hills of Peace

Jun-08 Samish Island Work Day

June 8-14 Adult Reunion Samish Island

July 1-6 Canada West Youth Camp

June 30-July 6 Camp Mungai (10-11 yrs) Samish Island

July 6-12 Family Reunion Hills of Peace

July 12-16 Junior Camp (8-11 yrs) Hills of Peace

July 13-20 Family Reunion Samish Island

July 20-27 Spectacular Graceland University

July 22-28 Camp Planning Retreat - Hills of Peace

July 21-27 Camp Kluane (girls 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

July 28-Aug 3 Camp Chimacum (boys 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

August 9-11 Young Family Weekend Hills of Peace

August 4-10 Camp Kimtah (15-18 yrs) Samish Island

August 11-17 Singles’ Reunion Samish Island- Cancelled

Aug 30-Sept 1 Canada West Mission Conference Edmonton AB

September 27-29 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

September 27-29 Singles’ Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Young Adult Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Women’s Retreat Chilliwack

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“Always bear in mind that your own resolution to success is more important

than any other one thing”.

~Abraham Lincoln~