NEWSLETTER

       

          The Worst of Times - The Best of Times  

                                   Camp Lost Pines April - June  2020                 July 5, 2020

                                      
    The Worst of Times. The Covid-19 pandemic has caused many “bad” things to happen. This may cause some to view this as the worst of times for the planet, the nation, the state, the city and even the church and her ministries. Camp Lost Pines is included among those ministries and we too have experienced some “bad” things during this quarter.
     When the decision was made to cancel our activities because of the virus, we had already booked five groups for this spring and summer along with the COGOP summer camps. We had to contact them, inform them of the cancellations, and return their deposits.
    On March 3rd  Brother Bustos went to spend some time with his family as they celebrated his 86th birthday. He found himself unable to return to Camp Lost Pines because of a travel band. After three months of travel bands, bladder infections and a diagnosis of early stages of dementia, he was able to return. However his stay was short lived as he decided to retire after twenty years as caretaker. He has moved in with his family and request your prayers for his future. We wish him all the best.

    The Best of Times. Our mighty God can, and does, take the worst news in our lives and works things out for His honor and for our good. When we returned the deposit to one of our rental groups they were very concerned for the campgrounds. They stated, “I just feel so bad for the camp.” This came from knowing that we would not be receiving their rental payment in July.
    Samaritan’s Purse has been renting the campgrounds since February 1st . They told us that they would like to stay throughout the year but we thought they would have to vacate the camp on June 1. Although we would lose 7 months rent we made plans for them to leave. Then the decision was made to cancel our COGOP Summer Camps and the other incoming events. God turned this around for our good when Samaritan’s Purse asked if they could stay until June of next year? Of course we agreed! Now instead of losing 7 months rent we will have them with us for a total of 16 months! To God be the glory!
    God is in charge of
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Below you will find information about our
                                              CAMP LOST PINES
                                LONG TERM INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Purpose - To help provide an environment where Christ changes the lives of our guest.

Commitment - The intern will be required to commit nine (9) months to the program in its entirety, including but not limited to:
1.)     Personal spiritual growth
2.)    Successful performance of assigned tasks
3.)    Provide a consistent spirit of servant hood & leadership
4.)    Portray an example of love, faithfulness, maturity & hard work
5.)    Participate actively in fellowship & discipleship
6.)    Help others experience the love of God at Camp Lost Pines

Areas of Focus:
1.)    Christ
2.)    Discipleship
3.)    Community
4.)    Service

Details of Commitment:
1.)    Earnings - A nominal monthly salary will be paid.
2.)    Upkeep - No charge for rent & utilities.
3.)    Time - Nine months February 1 - October 31
4.)    Insurance - Obtain and provide to CLP proof of Health& Accident Insurance coverage
5.)    Age - Must be at least 19 years old by February 1 of the year applying for

NOTE:
    This is a Very Basic list of what to expect should you decide to move forward with the process of applying for the Long Term Internship Program at Camp Lost Pines. If you feel that you would like to apply please contact:

Randy Tolman
Camp Manager
Camp Lost Pines
P. O. Box 146
Warda, TX 78960
832-830-5337
rightway1999@sbcglobal.net