Mizpah Update

We are excited about a possible light at the end of the tunnel concerning the septic system at Mizpah. There is a new style of system which should allow us to place the septic in the area near the lodge. The lodge location helps us overcome groundwater and creek problems which prevented us from placing the system on the edge of the playing field. This week we are meeting to consider our next steps. Please pray for wisdom in decisions, approval of the system, and the funds necessary for the design and installation of the system.

Pastor John

Summer Children's Schedule

Come and join the fun!

While we are still waiting for all the snow to melt, we can look forward to the warm days of summer. Our summer activity dates have been set. The grades listed below are the grades students will be entering in the fall.

Vacation Bible School, June 13-17. Join us as we learn about Psalm 139.  Children age 4 to 6th grade.

Drama Camp, June 27-30. Students will prepare a musical that they will perform on Thursday evening for family and friends. Children 2nd grade and up.

Junior Camp, July 6-9. A great adventure at Mizpah as we learn about God in a spectacular setting. Students in 4th-7th grade.

Make sure to mark these dates on your calendar. We are also looking for volunteers to help in each event.

Pastor John Fenlason

Harvest Festival Update

This Saturday, October 31, we are having our annual Harvest Festival. The goal of this activity is to provide a safe place with a positive atmosphere for children. We also want to use this ministry to reach out to our community and show the love of Jesus Christ. The evening includes games and food.

This year we are including hot dogs and chips. The Harvest Festival runs from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. We are still in need of candy and could always use more volunteers. Please pray for this year's activity.

Pastor John

Things Going on Under the Snow

The winter at Mizpah is known for lots of snow along with many great winter activities. Not a lot of work (other than plowing snow) can take place. However, things have been happening. A large project that is in process is the water and septic system. We continue to work on the engineering. With the addition of the lodge, the required system is very large and there are many hurdles to overcome. Progress is being made, but there is a lot left to do. We are thankful for a group of volunteers who have put in countless hours on this project. There is a need for an engineer with a PE stamp to help. We are hopeful that we will be able to get the permits in the next few months and begin installation as the funds are available.

Another winter (spring) project is the revamped website. We ask for your patience as we work on it. The new Mizpah website will give current information and forms along with helpful links. Keep checking the website to see the new look coming in the near future.

There have also been numerous small projects going on. We look forward to a busy summer, both in work projects and groups using the facility. A workday is scheduled for June 20th. There are many projects to be completed. There will be projects for skilled and unskilled laborers. Please consider lending a hand. Lunch will be provided. We ask that you RSVP 449-2273 to help us with lunch and project planning.

An open house will be held at Mizpah on Saturday, August 22, from 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Come have a chance to enjoy some great food and to look at the facilities of Mizpah including the new lodge.

Leadership Simulcast

On May 8^th, Hannaford Street Bible Church will host a leadership simulcast. The Helena Chamber of Commerce and several local businesses are co-sponsoring the event. Scheduled speakers include John Maxwell, Tony Blair, Jack Nicklaus, Liz Murray, Kevin Carroll and others.

Each year the simulcast has grown and we are excited about this year’s event. Fliers are in the foyer and more information can be found at http://www.maximumimpactsimulcast.com/attend. Let your workplace know about this valuable opportunity.

Mizpah Camp Update

Mizpah is finishing a busy winter. The month of February included three weekend ski trips and lots of snow. The next several months are filling up fast. We have two retreats scheduled in May and June, July, and August have many camps and retreats in place.

It is difficult to do a great amount of work during the heavy snows of winter, but there has been a great amount of planning going on. Please pray for progress in our water and septic permitting. We have had several people who have put an incredible amount of hours in designing the system and preparing it for submission.

Several work days are being scheduled for the summer and fall. Also, mark your calendar for August 22—the tentative date of our open house. More details will follow.

Revolutionary Parenting

Great kids don't just happen. Parenting requires tough work, a lifetime commitment and a revolutionary mindset. There are no quick fixes, but there is hope!

Parents, grandparents, ministry leaders and educators are invited to develop a radical commitment and a plan to beat the odds in raising a new generation of spiritual champions.

Come join us Saturday, March 14 for the Revolutionary Parenting LIVE simulcast via Satellite at Hannaford Street Bible Church!

Join us 9:30am-3:30pm. Snacks provided, lunch on your own. Childcare provided with a donation to Mexico Mission Project. Cost $15 per person, $25 per couple. Sign up by the Welcome Center.

Click here for more on the Hannaford website

John Fenalson, Associate Pastor

Parenting Seminar:Happiest Baby on the Block

You're invited to a workshop designed for those caring for children ages 0 to 4 months. Parents expecting a child will benefit from this workshop, too. Childcare available upon request. Sign up at the Welcome Center or contact the church office.

DATE: Saturday, November 22
TIME: 9:30am-11:00am
LOCATION: Upper Room

John Fenlason, Associate Pastor

Mizpah Christian Retreat

We are excited that we are near the completion of acquiring Mizpah Christian Retreat. It is amazing to see how God has laid this ministry opportunity in our path. For several years a group of people from Hannaford with a passion for a camp ministry have prayed that God would give our church family this opportunity.

This Sunday, October 19, we will share how God has greatly provided and what He may have in store for the future of Mizpah. I trust that you will be able to be here to share in this exciting story.

Visit MizpahChristianRetreat.org to learn more about the camp.

John Fenlason, Associate Pastor

Children's Summer Activities

Summer is a busy time for our Children's Ministry. There is great excitement as our children learn more about God:

• Power Lab Vacation Bible School (VBS) runs Monday-Friday, June 9-13. From 9:30am to 12 noon each day, kids will learn how to discover Jesus' miraculous power.
  
  
• Drama Camp begins July 14. Each morning children (grades 2+) experience the stage. The week concludes with the presentation of a musical on Friday afternoon. All are invited to attend the production.
  
  
• Also, beginning this Sunday we have our special Summer Sunday School at 9:45am Sunday mornings. This summer we will travel through the armor of God. Make sure your children take this fun and interactive opportunity to grow.

Finally, we have some volunteer needs for the summer. Please consider giving a small amount of time to impact the lives of children. If you would consider giving a hand, please contact Pastor John (449-2273).

John Fenlason, Associate Pastor