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Published by Mid-American Baptist Churches
Dr. Marshall Peters, Executive Minister
Summer 2009
Marshall Peters with Glynis LaBarre
Speaker, Dr. Jeff Woods
Nearly one hundred M-ABC church leaders met in
Johnston, Iowa, for the Vital Ministries seminar on
the first Saturday in August. Dr. Jeff Woods,
Associate General Secretary of the American Baptist
Churches USA, led the morning session.
Encouraging and empowering leaders, finding the
focus, diagnosing church health, and strengthening ministry
were key parts of his presentation on church vitality.
Rev. Glynis LaBarre is a Transformation Strategist for
American Baptist Churches. During her afternoon program,
participants learned that in the past 50 years, the world has seen
the equivalent of 1000 years of change and development. The
percentage of regular church attenders
has declined drastically from 80% in
1958 to only 17% in 2008. With all Vital Ministries Seminar Excites Participants............1
this change, the church is in need of a From the Executive Minister......................................2
new attitude -- becoming a missional Jitsuo Morikawa Evangelism Award Recipients........2
church.
Church News...............................................................3
Several of the churches Westover Welcomes Chin Baptists.............................3
represented at the seminar 160 Years of Service in St. Paul.................................3
are already participating in M-AB Churches host RAGBRAI............................4-5
the Region-led missional Support Your ABC Missionaries................................5
church process, and after the Forest Lake Plan for Continued Ministry...................6
seminar,
many
more Special Six Page Youth Insert...............................7-12
churches will hear about More Church News...................................................13
missional church from their Pastoral Changes.......................................................13
leaders. God is doing a new Dayton Oaks 2009 Camp Photos and Report...........14
thing in this changing world Annual Gathering Registration Form........................15
Photos by Tom Wheeler
-- be a part of it!
Directory Changes....................................................15
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Why doesn’t the Region financially support
camping? Last year the Region paid about $22,000 of the
bills of camping programs at Forest Lake and Dayton Oaks.
In addition, the Region provides services that are hard to
price.
These
services
include
bookkeeping,
communications, mailings, copying, etc. The cost of these
services is not included in the $22,000 figure. Also, the
Region has advanced $55,000 to cover existing debt at
Forest Lake, which exhausts the Region’s operating reserves.
Will the sale of the 40 acres affect the camping
program? The 40 acres that will be sold was purchased
after the main plot of land for Forest Lake was bought. We
have not used this property to date and, in fact, we only
know of one or two people who have even been on this piece
of property.
Will the camp need ongoing financial support? The
sale of the 40 acres will not raise enough income to cover
the debt. The proposed budget assumes that churches and
individuals will continue to financially support the camping
ministries at Forest Lake.
Will all of my gift to Forest Lake go to the camp?
Yes. 100% of all designated gifts go to the camp. The only
exception is if a gift for camping is received and is not
designated for a particular camp. In that case, the gift is
divided equally between the two camps.
At the listening sessions that were held, the Forest Lake
Ministry Team heard loud and clear that there is a strong
need for our camping ministries. The Team agrees with this
assessment and is doing all that they can to assure that this
ministry continues on into the future.
In Christ’s Peace,
Marshall Peters
FROM THE EXECUTIVE MINISTER...
In this issue of The Communicator
you will find an important article
about the future plans for Forest Lake
Camp and Conference Center. The
Forest
Lake
Ministry
Team
developed this plan in order to deal
with the realities of the financial
situation of the camp. This plan was
then affirmed and adopted by the
Leadership Team of the Region.
There have been a number of questions raised about the
current situation at the camp and the planned path forward.
I will attempt to answer some of the commonly asked
questions:
What is the heart of the proposed plan? Forest Lake
will operate as a part-year camp. A caretaker will live on
the property and a person will be called to lead the summer
camping program. The person called to lead the program
will have year-round responsibilities as he/she prepares for
the summer. A proposed balanced budget for the camp
includes upkeep and minimal heating during the winter in
order to maintain the buildings.
Why can’t we continue doing what we have been
doing? Forest Lake Camp currently is in debt in the amount
of about $150,000 and has a large yearly budget shortfall.
Isn’t the debt due to the construction of the new
building? About one half of the debt is related to the new
building construction. The other is due to budget shortfalls.
We currently would need at least another $60,000 or more
beyond current giving to pay our bills every year.
At the American Baptist Biennial meetings in Pasadena, CA, Carl and Sara Box
were presented the Jitsuo Morikawa Evangelism Award. The following is taken from the
nomination letter by their former pastor, John H. Duckworth, Great Falls, Montana. He
writes:
Since 1999 Carl and Sara have coordinated Angel Tree ministry, which provides Christmas
presents to children who have a parent in prison. They have found people to purchase the
Christmas presents, more people to wrap them, and still more people to deliver them. They
have developed a team of helpers to send Birthday cards to the children throughout the
year, raise money to send them to church camp, purchase clothes for some of the children
who are just starting school for the first time, invite them to various ministries of the church, send cards to the parents in
prison, visit in the homes, and take food to the families when the opportunity presents itself.
Though usually restricted to a wheelchair, Sara is on the phone every week with the
families to encourage them and listen to them. When she is able she goes with Carl to visit
them. Sara has also taught a home Bible study group and has been a personal source of
encouragement for me. Carl has been one of the drivers for our church bus, picking up
children and adults for Sunday school and worship on Sunday morning.
Carl and Sara moved from Great Falls, Montana to Dubuque, Iowa which is closer to
their family. In preparing to leave, Carl and Sara developed a cadre of people to continue
this ministry to prisoners and their families. It has brought new life into our congregation
and continues to move us from an inward focused church to a church whose “Big Heavenly
Audacious Goal” is to help people make their tomorrows better than their yesterdays.
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Westover Baptist Church in Des Moines, Iowa
has entered an exciting new ministry with refugees
from Chinland in Burma. Approximately 90
members of the Chin Christian Fellowship had
been worshiping in an apartment in Des Moines.
After Rev. Dr. Marshall Peters was informed about
this situation he contacted Pastor Ken Wallace at
Westover to see if there might be a possibility of
the Chin sharing space with Westover.
The
Westover congregation voted overwhelmingly to
share space with the Chin Fellowship.
On Sunday, July 6, the Chin held their first worship service at
Westover, with over 130 people in attendance. A group from the Chin
church in Wisconsin also attended. Rev. Soozi Ford gave a welcome
and blessing from the Mid-America Baptist Region. Rev. Dr. Arlo
Reichter from the Wisconsin Baptist Region presided at the dedication
of five babies, and he and Pastor Ken conducted communion services.
Ronald Charles, lay pastor from the Chin Baptist Church in West Allis,
Wisconsin, gave the sermon. The Chin provided music: two choirs,
six soloists and two duets. A celebration dinner for everyone followed
in Fellowship Hall.
Westover is excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for shared
future ministry with our Chin brothers and sisters. The Chin have
officially changed their name to Chin Baptist Church and they meet at
Westover Baptist on Sunday afternoons from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
The First Baptist Church of St. Paul, MN, celebrated 160 years of
ministry with a unique service held July 26, 2009. The congregants
met at the church for the first part of the service, then processed to
Mears Park, the site of the first church building, for a “March of the
Churches” and the message. During the service, the twelve churches
which were started by FBC St. Paul were represented by youth with
colorful posters. A picnic was held at Snail Lake Camp after the
service.
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Shortly after I came to New Providence as pastor, a church member
came to business meeting announcing that RAGBRAI was coming
through Confidence. I have to confess that my first question was “What
is RAGBRAI?” The congregation kindly educated me and initial plans
began. Since riders had pedaled through 12 years ago the church knew
what to expect.
July 23rd arrived with rain and a sunrise hail storm which didn’t
last long, but turned the ground white in minutes. The first rider arrived
shortly after 6 a.m., asking for a cup of coffee. A trickle of riders turned
into a steady stream, and soon a solid mass of spandex-clad humanity
covered the road, the lawn and the church parking lot. By noon, twenty
watermelons, four cases of bananas, assorted apricots, plums, apples
and oranges were gone. Mountains of hot doughnuts were gone almost
before they were made. Four hundred frozen fruit cups, 40 pounds of
shaved pork made into sandwiches, 175 pounds of hamburger made
into MaidRites and walking tacos, as well as gallons of lemonade, tea
and Gatorade – all were gone. We had a few leftovers, but certainly not
much.
Probably the best service we had to offer was a series of water
spigots mounted on a board and attached to a hose where riders could
refill their water bottles. Guy Butz had created this contraption 12 years
ago and it had been stashed in the garage ever since. Cold water given
in Christ’s name, a Port-A-Pot and a smile
ministered to many. One of our members even
took a break from riding and helped serve for an
hour of two before remounting his bike. As a
church we learned that we could both earn money
and do ministry together. An opportunity to
work together as brother and sisters in Christ, to
reach beyond the four walls of the building in
which we worship and to touch lives is an
opportunity to learn what it really means to be the
Children of God.
Rev. Alva Skiles
First Baptist Church of Red Oak welcomed
RAGBRAI to town on July 19th by having a food booth
that sold chicken breast sandwiches and buffalo wings
with lemonade, strawberry lemonade, and strawberry
smoothies. The funds raised go to help support youth and
children ministries of the church. The church members
spent weeks preparing for the event and then manned the
booth from 9 a.m. to midnight. Then the same group of
people got together to begin a week of VBS beginning on
Monday, July 20th!
Pastor Len Taylor
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In Ottumwa, Bethany Baptist Church served pulled pork
sandwiches, potato salad, cole slaw, cake, and beverages to
hungry bikers passing through the community. The money
raised benefited community outreach. This was Bethany
Baptist’s second RAGBRAI ministry experience. In addition
to providing the meal, the church also provided space for four
families who camped on the church grounds.
Delphia McCoy
The RAGBRAI experience at First Baptist of Indianola
was a positive one. We served a lasagna dinner to 530 people.
We did make money but we stressed that the purpose of the
dinner was service to the community and riders; and an
opportunity to represent Christ. There were around 25,000
people in town for the ride. We had several people from our
congregation work that day with the city volunteers directing
people
and
answering
questions. Everyone seemed
to have a good time and no
Heidi Woxland, Ashley & Homer Ford
problems were reported.
We also put up 15 people in our church building for the night. Ashley Ford and
two of her friends rode the 77 miles from Greenfield into Indianola and the next day I
(Homer Ford), Ashley and one of her friends rode the 45 miles to Chariton. RAGBRAI
is a great way to see Iowa and to make new friends around the country and the world.
The Merry Marthas group of the First
Baptist Church of Saint Paul sponsored a
fundraiser luncheon in support of Ruth
Mooney, our special interest missionary to
Costa Rica. Sloppy Joes, chips, baked beans,
jello, cakes and bars were served to approximately 75
people. There were 18 people who came to the meal from
The Family Place (a day center for families without
permanent housing based at FBC). A lively spirit prevailed.
More than $600.00 in donations was received. The money
raised by the Merry Marthas was doubled by International
Ministries' Luther Rice Society Matching Gift Fund. Ruth
was able to raise all her needed funding so that she could
return to San Jose, Costa Rica at the end of July. We have
experienced a growing sense of partnership with Ruth
through this and similar activities. We invite other MidAmerican churches to become active in their support of our
ABC missionaries.
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Our Mid-ABC Special Interest
missionaries are:
International
Jeff and Annie Dieselberg, Thailand
Madeline Flores-Lopez, Dominican Republic
Charles and Ruth Fox, Thailand
Ruth E. Mooney, Costa Rica
Thomas and Therese Myers, Bulgaria
David and Leslie Turley, Okinawa, Japan
Kristy Engel, Dominican Republic
Home Missionaries
Kathy Baillargeon, Milwaukee, WI
Michele Bradley, Pierre, SD
Mark Samuel, Campbell, OH
Love Gift Totals
$12,584.11 thru July 2009
$14,507.13 thru July 2008
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The Forest Lake Ministry Team has developed a plan that will address the camp’s financial needs and lead
toward a sustainable camp ministry. This plan is designed to focus on (1) the camp’s operating costs, (2) the
retirement of the camp’s indebtedness, and (3) the stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. A careful study
of the 2008 year-end income and expense report submitted to the Region from the Forest Lake Camp directors
shows that the total cost per camper day at Forest Lake is $152.96. The subsidy which the camp provides each
camper every day is $113.38. The plan, will significantly lower these costs, while assuring a full summer
camping program.
We are hopeful that by taking the following dramatic actions we will protect and save the 2010 summer
camping program and begin creating a sustainable camping ministry at Forest Lake:
1. Place the camp in hibernation for the non-summer months of September 2009 through May 2010.
2. Employ a camp program coordinator who will be administratively in charge of the camp for the 2010
summer camping season.
3. Encourage local churches to support the camp’s summer program and the retirement of indebtedness
through volunteers and financial gifts.
4. Sell 40 acres of unused land and property in Ottumwa for the purpose of retiring a portion of the camp’s
indebtedness.
5. Sell a lot in the City of Ottumwa for the purpose of retiring a portion of the camp’s indebtedness.
6. Reorganize the Forest Lake Ministry Team’s functions to include more oversight, policy setting and
monitoring of the camp’s activities.
7. The Forest Lake Ministry Team needs to establish policies restricting/limiting future indebtedness.
The plan calls for us to work diligently at (1) retiring the existing indebtedness, (2) significantly reducing the
camp’s operating expenses, and (3) changing from operating through a system of credit to a system of “paying as
we go.” These changes will not be easy. However, we feel we can create a system which will help us avoid
finance and interest charges and take advantage of cash discounts, thus saving those dollars for the mission of the
camp. We are committed to establishing policies and camp user fee rates that will enable the camp to provide a
meaningful and sustainable camping ministry.
We will be successful only if church fellowships and individuals are willing and able to assist with financial
and volunteer support. Financial support could come in the provision of gifts to the camp or through a program
of camp scholarships so that young people and their families can defray the costs of camping. Volunteerism is
also critical and can be accomplished by helping with camp programs and/or camp maintenance.
The Forest Lake Ministry Team will be meeting regularly for the purpose of doing everything we can to
make the Forest Lake Camp meaningful, successful and fun.
Open Position – Part-time Caretaker
Forest Lake Camp and Conference Center
Responsibilities include:
1. Maintaining security on the grounds
2. Maintaining the grounds and buildings (including mowing, snow plowing, basic maintenance on buildings)
3. Ensuring facilities are ready for incoming groups, to greet and assist groups and to clean after groups
Compensation: Rent free housing with all utilities included
Deadline: September 15, 2009
Send application to: Forest Lake Ministry Team Mid-American Baptist Churches
2400 NW 86th St Suite 15 Des Moines, IA 50322
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“Jesus…Off the Page”
November 6-8
Cedar Rapids, IA
Summer, 2009
Dear Pastors and Youth Workers,
We hope that you have had an excellent summer filled with time for renewal and ministry opportunities. As you
consider the endless possibilities of activities and events you could do with your middle and high school students
this coming school year, we encourage you to reserve November 6-8 on your calendar and plan to join us in Cedar
Rapids, IA for the Region Youth Event 2009.
We are looking forward to this year's event. As we have done in the past, we have tried to design a program done
with purpose, relevance, excellence, and energy. This year, our theme is “Jesus…Off The Page”. The speaker is
going to be Dave Decker Jr., our worship leader is Jamie Brown, and Remedy Drive will be live in concert. The
weekend will be full of activities that will allow your youth to grow spiritually, have fun, and connect with other
youth from throughout the region!
We have reserved blocks of rooms at three different motels / hotels in Cedar Rapids. You choose the place you’d
like to stay. This allows you more control over rooming assignments and taking care of your group’s housing
needs. You must make your hotel reservations by October 4. Each establishment serves a continental
breakfast in the morning. All are located within minutes of First Baptist Church – Church of the Brethren where
all of the main events will be held. The programming cost is $55. This fee includes your T-shirt (indicate your
shirt size on the registration form), programming, Friday night fun, and a boxed lunch on Saturday. The Saturday
evening meal will be on your own. We encourage you if you are coming with a large group to call ahead to a
restaurant—make sure students bring a bit of cash for that meal.
Registration forms and fees must be postmarked by October 11 and mailed to:
“The Church on Northland”
First Baptist Church – Church of the Brethren
5200 Northland Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
319-377-8020
Once we receive your registrations, we will send you a packet of important information including a map of the
Cedar Rapids area, a schedule of activities, a list of things to bring and other information you might want to
know before you arrive.
In His Service,
Rev. Joshua Meyer, 515.242.0811
Rev. Regan Stoops, 319.385.4920
Pastor Nick Seipel, 641.628.3401
Pastor Chris Paul, 641.472.520
Rev. Jessica Chadwick, 515.243.8161
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2009
November 6-8, 2009 in Cedar Rapids, IA
Registration and Permission Form
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Email _____________________________________________________________________________________
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Phone __________________________________
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It is understood by signing below that the person attending this event is doing so at his/her own risk. In signing, we are
agreeing not to hold the MID-AMERICAN BAPTIST CHURCHES, the First Baptist Church – Church of the Brethren, or the
organizers of this event, responsible for any injuries that may occur during the weekend. Further, the parent signature below indicates the parent’s permission for the adult sponsor listed above to seek and give permission for appropriate medical
treatment in the event of any emergency during which the parents cannot be reached. The youth signature below indicates
a commitment on the part of the youth to follow all rules and directions given by the adults in charge. Failure to do so may
result in parents being called to pick up their child prior to the end of the event.
Youth Signature ______________________________________________________ Date ___________________
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Housing Information
for the Region Youth Event in Cedar Rapids
November 6-8, 2009
Baymont Inn & Suites: 866.378.8080 (Toll Free)
1220 Park Place NE
319.378.8000
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Tell them you're reserving rooms from the block of rooms for the "MidAmerican Baptist Youth".
AMENITIES: indoor pool, continental breakfast
COST: $71 plus tax (1-4 people per room)
Comfort Inn: 319.393.8247
5055 Rockwell Dr NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Tell them you're reserving rooms from the block of rooms for the "MidAmerican Baptist Churches".
AMENITIES: rooms remodeled in 2009, continental breakfast
COST: $69.99 plus tax (1-4 people per room)
Quality Inn: 319.393.8800
4747 1st Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Tell them you're reserving rooms from the block of rooms for the "MidAmerican Baptist Churches".
AMENITIES: indoor pool, continental breakfast
COST: $62.99 plus tax (1-4 people per room)
We have reserved blocks of rooms at each of these hotels. Please contact the hotel directly to reserve your rooms and do
so by October 4. You will reserve the rooms under your church's name and you will be responsible to pay for the rooms
when you depart at the end of the weekend. You will also need to have one adult who will be the primary leader responsible for your group. When calling any one of the hotels, simply let them know that you are reserving rooms from the block of
rooms reserved under the group name: MidAmerican Baptist Churches / Youth.
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Why Participate in YLC?
Becoming a Servant-Leader
In Youth Leader Core (YLC) we spend a great deal of time wrestling with what it means to be a
servant-leader. This is what is at the heart of YLC; developing students to be servant-leaders, as Christ was and
has called us to be.
A servant is one who gives sacrificially, who offers their very life, in their living and dying to others (Rom.
12:1). A servant is one who puts others first, who does so because they consider others better than themselves
(Phil 2:3-4), who does not even think consciously that they are serving, but live in such a way that their whole
lives are characterized by it.
A leader, in the eyes of this world, is one who uses their charisma, skills, and talents as the source of their
power and authority over those they lead. Their interest is not always for those they lead, but all too often for
maintaining their position of power. Often leadership is based more on a formal position, rather than on character.
According to Christ’s model, leadership is quite different. Being a leader and being a servant are not
mutually exclusive, as one might first think. Indeed, in the Kingdom, to become a leader, one must be a servant
(Mark 9:35). Leadership is based not on position, but on servanthood.
Jesus’ example to us, described in Philippians 2:5-11, shows us what it means to be a servant-leader. Jesus
had the position, as God, from which to exercise authority in leadership, but He chose another way. He humbled
Himself, and came as one of us, and not only that, He came as a servant to us. It is in His ultimate act of service,
His death on our behalf, that His power to lead comes.
Leadership is about servanthood at its core, it is about giving our lives in sacrificial service to others, about
putting their good above our own. It is this that Christ models for us.
It is our hope and prayer that through YLC each student will become true servant-leaders, leading and
serving in His Name, bringing glory to Him as they impact the lives of others for His Kingdom.
If this sounds like something you or a student in your church would be interested in pursuing with other
like-minded students and dedicated leaders, I encourage you to get involved! Here's a few YLC basics:
q We meet 5 weekends throughout the school year
q The first weekend is Oct. 23-25th at Dayton Oaks Camp (the other weekends will be determined
by participants during that first weekend)
q We start Friday evening at 7:30pm and finish at 3:00pm on Sunday
q Students 10-12th grade with maturity and a desire to grow in discipleship and servant-leadership are
eligible and encouraged to participate!
q Cost is $80/weekend ($400) payable throughout the YLC year. (Check with your churches, many
already support part of the cost for YLC students. There is also scholarship help available, so don't be
afraid to ask!)
q Our teaching sessions (LEGOS – Learning to Engage in Godly Obedience and Servanthood) are in the
areas of: Personal Awareness, Leading & Serving, Ministry & Mission, and Faith
q Each student will have an adult advocate back home to meet with and will do a Major Ministry
Involvement project which identifies and meets a ministry need in their local church or community. This
adult will be invited to participate in one of the weekends.
To get started, just fill out the Registration Form included in this newsletter and/or contact Julie
Zieglowsky for more information! Julie Zieglowsky, 1030 N. Iowa Ave., Washington, IA 52353. Phone:
319-653-4163 or 319-653-3207. Email: julieannz@iowatelecom.net
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On June 28th, First Baptist Church of
Mt. Pleasant had a baptism service in the
lake at Forest Lake Camp. Seven people
were baptized and the service was followed
by a barbecue. This service followed our
Discovery Seminar (new member class) that
had 18 attend. In our July business meeting,
seven new members were approved. They
are Kris & Tina Kreutner, John Hendrickson,
Don, Diana, Kaysee, and Kelly Upton.
In July was FBC’s Crocodile Dock Vacation
Bible School which brought in over 40 kids who learned all about being fearless through Christ. We had over 40 helpers
from the church throughout the week, and were told by parents that it is the “best VBS in town.”
Coming in September is our second offering of Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. Our first session was this
past spring and had 28 people change their lives because of it. Beginning on September 13th from 6:30-8:30 pm we’ll offer
this class for 13 weeks with childcare provided.
Pastor Regan Stoops
Please be in prayer for these churches seeking
pastoral leadership:
Rev. Tom Swafford has accepted a call to serve as
pastor of Wellsville Baptist Church in Wellsville, Kansas,
and has concluded his ministry with First Baptist Church
of Clarinda, IA in July.
In Minnesota:
Owatonna, First Baptist
Woodbury Baptist
Rev. Don Shoemaker has retired as pastor of First
Baptist Church of Battle Lake, MN and the church has
called Pastor Lynn K. Hansen. He began serving on June
1st.
In Iowa:
Atlantic, First Baptist
Camanche, First Baptist
Churdan, First Baptist
Clarinda, First Baptist
Ft. Dodge, First Baptist
Grinnell, First Baptist
Harlan, First Baptist
Lake City, First Baptist
Lockridge Baptist
Ottumwa, Bethany Baptist
Ottumwa, First Baptist
Rev. Jerry Bertelson began his ministry as pastor of
First Baptist Church of Boone, IA in early August. He
recently completed his Master of Divinity degree at Fuller
Seminary in Pasadena, CA.
Rev. Michael Goldade (pronounced Goldaddy) has
been serving as pastor of First Baptist Church of Council
Bluffs, IA since July. His previous pastorate was in
Oregon. Dr. Marshall Peters led the installation service,
which was held August 9, 2009.
Also be in prayer for the Forest Lake Ministry Team
as they seek a caretaker and an individual to lead the
camping program for next summer.
Rev. Rob Leveridge is another new pastor in the
Region. He began his ministry at First Baptist Church of
Iowa City, IA in July.
Rev. Dwight E. Seawood was installed as pastor of
Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Minneapolis,
MN, on Sunday, July 26, 2009. Rev. Seawood, pictured
at right with his wife, Andrena, and son, Matthew,
previously served Mount Olive Baptist Church in
Wicomico Church, VA. Dr. Marshall Peters represented
the Region at the installation service. Rev. Michael
Jones, Rev. Marcus Martin, and Dr. Sylvester Smith, all
ministers in Virginia, participated in the service of
installation, as did Rev. John Scott of St. John’s Baptist
Church in Minneapolis.
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Rev. Dwight Seawood with wife, Andrena and son, Matthew
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Another summer camp season
has once again come to an end.
Dayton Oaks was blessed with
many new camper faces this year.
We had an increase of 12% more
campers than 2008. Paintball
camp and Camp on the Rock were
our largest camps for the summer.
Family camp was a great success
this year, too, with about 7-8
families represented.
We were blessed again with a
great summer staff and pray they will return during the 2010 camp season. They
were a wonderful asset to the Dayton Oaks summer camp program. We are
blessed to have people who will take a week to spend it coordinating a summer
camp. We just want all of you to know how much you are loved and appreciated.
Many have asked this summer what the camp needs. Of course we are always
in need of financial support throughout the year. But if you or your church
would like to support the camp with a gift, please see our website
www.daytonoaks.org . Click on “Support Us” to see the list of what needs the
camp has at this time. We truly could not continue the ministry of Dayton
Oaks without you!
Serving Him, Matt and Dani Siebert
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Registration Form
Mid-American Baptist Churches Annual Gathering
Name
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Phone
E-mail
Church Name
Church Location
• Delegate or • Visitor
Registration fee ($35) enclosed ___yes ___no
Registration after deadline
Make checks payable to FBC Greater Des Moines
or at the door -- $40
Mail to:
First Baptist Church of Greater Des Moines
8250 NW 62nd Ave.
Johnston, IA 50131
Registration Deadline: Monday, September 28
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16 Region Steward, Eugene Allen
& Correct home phone 21 952-445-4381
20 Forest Lake Ministry Team
Add - Charles Vande Noord
3478 Little Soap Rd,
Bloomfield IA 52537
641-683-1822
21 Disaster Trailer Coordinator Delete Arlan Van Dusseldorp
23 Scholarship - Karen Haver
Correct address - 308 N Smith Rd,
Renwick IA 50577
Area ABW Presidents
Area I Ellen Allen
correct phone numbers
952-445-7439 (O) 445-4381 (H)
Area V - Delete Beverly McCartney
Add - Ms. Karen Haver
308 N Smith Rd,
Renwick IA 50577
515-824-3717 krhaver@webtv.net
29 Battle Lake MN - First Baptist
Add Pastor - Lynn Hansen
4188 Shirlee Lane N,
Shoreview MN 55126
29 Battle Lake, MN FBC
651-494-3753
lkhansen10@comcast.net
30 Minneapolis MN
Fellowship Missionary
Delete church email
32 Silver Bay MN The United Protestant Church
Change email upchurch56@q.com
35 Cedar Rapids IA - FBC-COB
Change email
office@thechurchonnorthland.com
jim@thechurchonnorthland.com
40 Iowa City IA - First Baptist
Add new pastor - Rod Leveridge
Knoxville IA - First Baptist
Delete church email
Add Pastor’s revwheel@juno.com
42 Mount Ayr IA - United BaptistPresbyterian
Correct church email
ubpchurch@iowatelecom.net
Correct Pastor’s Information
Pastor Michael Maddy
300 W Madison St,
Mount Ayr IA 50854
641-464-9092
Tammy Buseman resigned
36 Clarinda IA - First Baptist
Tom Swafford resigned
Council Bluffs IA - First Baptist
Add email
pastor@firstbaptistch.org
Council Bluffs IA - Walnut Grove
Delete pastor’s email
44 Shenandoah IA - First Baptist
Correct Pastor’s phone 712-215-1462
Professional Registry
48 IN Tammy Buseman
3784 Deer Valley Dr
Marion IA 52302
52 IN Tim Stewart
39 Grinnell IA - First Baptist
Tim Stewart resigned
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Delete - Tom Swafford
2004
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In This Issue: Special Youth Section -- Region Youth Event, Youth Leader Core Registration and Information
Annual Gathering
October 2-3, 2009
Vital Mission:
Turning the World Upside Down
Acts 17:6
Rev. Glynis LaBarre, featured guest speaker
Transformational Strategist
National Ministries ABC/USA
Mid-America Baptist Annual Gathering
hosted by
First Baptist Church of Greater Des Moines
8250 NW 62nd Ave.
Johnston, IA 50131
Please register using the form on page 15
Online registration will be available soon
on the Region website
Complete information and delegate materials will be mailed to
each church
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June Peters, Editor
Mid-American Baptist Churches
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