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The Wilds Newsletter Fall 2014
The Wilds Newsletter Fall 2014
by Ken Collier
to the Core!
The Wilds Christian Association, Inc. is an
independent, nondenominational, nonprofit,
501(c)(3) organization created for the purpose
of operating Christian camps and conference
centers. We are fundamental in our beliefs,
Bible-centered in our philosophy, and
evangelistic in our outreach.
The Wilds Christian Association, Inc. presently
operates a Christian camp and conference
center in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western
North Carolina that is open year-round. The
camp has a carefully selected and trained staff
and averages over 20,000 campers per year. In
2009 The Wilds of New England began ministry
at our campsite in Deering, New Hampshire. In
this peaceful, rural setting we experienced good
growth in attendance at our summer camps as
well as in our limited fall schedule programs.
We anticipate a continuing steady growth and
expansion of the ministry at this New England
location.
In addition to providing a God-honoring music
publication service as an integral part of our
ministry, The Wilds Christian Association, Inc.
has also established the CampsAbroad program
to assist others in the formation and operation
of Christian camp ministries around the world.
The Wilds Christian Association, Inc. publishes
The Wilds NewsLetter. Change of address
information and comments should be sent to:
The Wilds Christian Association, Inc
PO Box 509 Taylors, SC 29687-0009
Phone: (864) 268-4760
Fax: (864) 292-0743
E-mail: newsletter@wilds.org
Visit our website at www.wilds.org or visit
The Wilds Online Store at www.wilds.org/store.
Editor: Ken Collier
Graphic Designer: Craig Stouffer
Publications Coordinator: Vickie Ebner
Fall 2014 Volume 33 Number 2
2014 The Wilds Christian Association, Inc.
All rights reserved.
The Wilds and CampsAbroad are registered
trademarks of The Wilds ChristianAssociation, Inc.
North Carolina Campsite:
The Wilds
1000 Wilds Ridge Road
Brevard, NC 28712-7273
Phone: (828) 884-7811
Fax: (828) 862-4813
New England Campsite:
The Wilds of New England
1181 Deering Center Road
Deering, NH 03244-6529
Phone/Fax: (603) 529-0001
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Hiking to the 4th Falls
Tubing the creek
Spiritually uplifting and
Christ-honoring music
Preaching that
communicates love for God
and others
Scriptural philosophy grounding
everything we do
In a few short minutes, being able to
go from 100% craziness in a game to
counseling a camper from Gods Word
Beauty of the campsite
Joyful attitude of the full-time staff
4. Theuncontrollablelaughter, sometimes
driving the person to tears, that happens when watching
Funtime.
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CampsAbroad
Summer 2014 has been one of the busiest on record for
Lebanon August
Our first camping experience in the Middle East was greatly
blessed in many ways. The culture and setting presented some
unique challenges, but the Lord overcame it all.
The camps in Lebanon will always be small because the churches
are small, but there is great potential to multiply ministry by adding
camp weeks at the beautiful property the Lord has provided.
At least two young people trusted Christ as Saviora radical
decision in that cultureand two children from Muslim homes left
camp seriously considering the claims of Jesus.
God is working in Lebanon!
Mexico July
Pastor Ivan is seeking to establish a youth camp for churches in
the Vera Cruz area of Mexico. Ever since he was a counselor at
one of the camps that CampsAbroad assisted in Monterrey, he
has been burdened for this ministry.
Camp was held at a rental property on a high mountainas in
10,000 feet high! It was downright cold in the evenings.
The staff did an incredible
job throughout the week,
and the Christian young
people were greatly
impacted by Gods Word,
especially gaining better
understanding of the
significance of the gospel
for them as believers.
South Africa/
Malawi June
Dan Brooks flew solo on this multi-purpose survey trip.
First stop was Paardeberg Mountain Retreat to observe
their training and to see the camp in action. There is an
excellent possibility that we may be able to return there
in the future to assist with some training.
Camping in Malawi is wild! As the poorest nation
in Africa, Missionary Eric Chapman has faced some
difficult situationslike rioting over the single meal
by Matt Collier
Director CampsAbroad
Brevard, North Carolina
Around 50 people
from many local
churches across
eastern China
attended the staff
training.
After a month of solid rain, the Lord gave us 3 clear
days for the campthen it started raining again!
The clear days were a great blessing because the
campers ended up sleeping in tents when the
property owner went back on the agreement to let
us use several buildings.
Mongolia July
China May
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by Dan Brooks
www.wilds.org
Life in Christ: The phrase is alive with some wonderful and colorful
theological words: redemption (Romans 2:24); no condemnation
(Romans 8:1); sanctified (1 Corinthians 1:2); triumph (2 Corinthians
1:21); new creature (2 Corinthians 5:17); simplicity (2 Corinthians
11:3); consolation (Philippians 2:1); exceeding abundant grace, faith,
and love (1 Timothy 1:14); and salvation (2 Timothy 2:10).
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Acts 20:35I
It is more blessed (better, a greater blessing, makes one happier, more enjoyable)
to give than to receive.
2 Corinthians 9:7Every
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by Dick Reid
TheWilds:
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Careers:
Weddings:
Katie Betancourt (09,10,11,12,13)
and Matt Ashley, 5/17/14.
Heidi Davis (08) and Loren Crisp,
5/12/14.
Melanie Mulder (08,09,10,11,1213) and Michael Whitteberry
(09,10,11,12), 5/31/14.
Emily Sowers (06,07,08,09,10,
11,12) and Terrence Jones (06,07,
08-12), 6/14/14.
Brit Kern (11,12) and Tory Martin
(09,10,11,12-13), 7/5/14.
Jamie Yow (11,12,13,14) and Caleb
Davis (11,12,13,14), 8/9/14.
Emily McAllister (11,12,13,14) and
Roland Kassales (13,14), 8/15/14.
Births:
7/17/14.
Chris (99,00,01,03,04,05,0611) and Laura [Weathers] Lynch
(03,04,05,08-11), Kinley Evelyn,
8/17/14.
Michael (03,04,05,06,07,08) and
Natalie [Collier] Durso (00,01,02,
03,04,05,07,08), Emera Jenevieve,
11/1/14.
Former Staff,
The Wilds,
Where Are They Now?
PO Box 509
Taylors, SC 29687-0009
or e-mail formerstaff@wilds.org.
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I Cling to Christ
The words of these meditative, quietly triumphant
songs admonish us "to look to, to rest in, to bow
before, and to stand complete in" one person and
one alone Jesus Christ, our Savior. These guitar
stylings remind us that we must cling to Him now
and forever. This recording features guitar soloists
Billy Peters and Matt Taylor.
TWS1459 . . . . . . . $13 .95