2009 Minister's Retreat

Featuring H.B. London

H. B. London, Jr. is Vice President of Church and Clergy Outreach for Focus on the Family, a Colorado Springs-based ministry whose primary reason for existence is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. That objective is accomplished by a commitment to nurture and defend families worldwide.

Focus on the Family's founding president, Dr. James C. Dobson, believes that pastors and their families must remain strong if we are to successfully resist the downward moral trends which threaten the very foundation of our nation and has asked H.B. to represent Focus on the Family in supporting clergy families worldwide.

As first cousins who grew up more or less as brothers, it is a dream come true for them to have an opportunity to serve God in a joined ministry. Rev. London's ministry continues to be people-centered -- "When you find a need, you fill it." He operates by the slogan, "God loves you as though you were the only one in all the world to love -- and that makes you a very important person." H.B. and his wife, Beverley, have two married sons and four grandchildren.

Retreat Info

Location: Best Western Ramkota, Pierre, SD
Date: September 28-30
Time: Begins Monday at 6:30 PM with a general session
Ends Wednesday around Noon

Lodging

All events take place at the Pierre Ramkota
Ramkota - - $78/night - - 605.224.6877 - limited rooms available
Comfort Inn - - $86.39 - - 605.224.0377
Governors Inn - - $85 - - 605.224.4200
Days Inn - - $73.99 - - 605.224.0411
Super 8 - - $58 - - 605.224.1617

Orlando General Council

For those who missed the 53rd General Council of the Assemblies of God, the sessions and services are available online at http://www.agtv.ag.org/. Check it out!!

Kamp Kinship Wins Award

Washington D. C. - June 8, 2009 - Kinship Mountain Ministries has been selected for the 2009 Best of Deadwood Award in the Church category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Congratulations to David and Kathy Winter and their team!!

Sabbath Keepers

Rick Warren shared during one of our sessions at General Council in Orlando. He had many inspiring things to say. One was pertaining to keeping the Sabbath. He reminded us that not observing a Sabbath is a violation of one of the Ten Commandments. Then he gave a catchy summary:

• Divert Daily - If your work is largely mental, let your diversion be physical. If your work is more physical, let your diversion be something less physical.
• Withdraw Weekly - A weekly day of rest is necessary for all of us!
• Abandon Annually - A vacation plan is an important part of a balanced and healthy life pattern.

How are you doing on keeping the Sabbath??