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April 2017 If the cross is the place where the worst thing that could happen hap- pened, it is also the place where the best thing that could happen happened. Ultimate hatred and ultimate love met on those two crosspieces of wood. Suffering and love were brought into harmony. To be savedrequires a severance from the former life as clean and sharp as though made by a knife. There must be a wall of separation between the old life and the new, a radical break. That means death -- death to the old life, in order for the new to begin. This wall of separation, this barrier, is the cross. (--Elisabeth Elliot, A Path Through Suffering) We Speak of Hope in the Midst of Suffering- There is hope because of Christs suffering! Join us this Sunday morning as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ after He died on that cross. Youth will lead the Sunrise Worship Service begin- ning at 6:30 a.m. A carry-in breakfast will follow at 7:30 a.m. for every- one. Bring your favorite breakfast dish (or 2) to share. Don Jacobs Sunday School class will be hosts with kitchen duties this morning. Sunday School at 8:30 a.m. for all ages with Morning Worship & Jr. Church (4yrs.-5th graders) at 9:45 a.m. Nurseries for 0-3 years will love on the wee ones while parents gather to share in the morning celebra- tion. There will be no Youth Group (MYM) Easter Sunday. Interruptions can be viewed as sources of irri- tation or opportunities for service, as moments lost or experience gained, as time wasted or horizons widened. They can annoy us or en- rich us, get under our skin or give us a shot in the arm, monopolize our minutes or spice our schedules -- depending on our attitude toward them. (William Arthur Ward) Adults have an opportunity for service Wednesday, April 5 -- to package meals that will be shared with those who have little or no food. Will you interrupt your usual day of activ- ity to serve by packing these meals? The group of 20 adults will leave at 8:30 a.m. for Peorias Midwest Food Bank. Our service time will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. When done the group will make their way to the Olive Garden for lunch before returning home. Please let us know you can go by contacting the office or signing up in the fellowship hall. If more people are interested, another date will be arranged so more can serve with the Midwest Food Bank. Inside this issue: Praise & prayer p.2 More with Moore p. 3 April Volunteers p.4 Calendar p. 5 NicholsWorth p. 6 Opportunities p. 8-9 MYM News p. 9 Bits & Pieces p. 9 Mission of the Month p. 10

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April 2017

If the cross is the place where the

worst thing that could happen hap-

pened, it is also the place where

the best thing that could happen

happened. Ultimate hatred and

ultimate love met on those two crosspieces of wood.

Suffering and love were brought into harmony. …

To be “saved” requires a severance from the former

life as clean and sharp as though made by a knife.

There must be a wall of separation between the old

life and the new, a radical break. That means death --

death to the old life, in order for the new to begin. …

This wall of separation, this barrier, is the cross.

(--Elisabeth Elliot, A Path Through Suffering)

“We Speak of Hope in the Midst of Suffering” - There

is hope because of Christ’s suffering! Join us this

Sunday morning as we celebrate the resurrection of

Jesus Christ after He died on that cross.

Youth will lead the Sunrise Worship Service begin-

ning at 6:30 a.m.

A carry-in breakfast will follow at 7:30 a.m. for every-

one. Bring your favorite breakfast dish (or 2) to share.

Don Jacob’s Sunday School class will be hosts with

kitchen duties this morning.

Sunday School at 8:30 a.m. for all ages with Morning

Worship & Jr. Church (4yrs.-5th graders) at 9:45 a.m.

Nurseries for 0-3 years will love on the wee ones

while parents gather to share in the morning celebra-

tion. There will be no Youth Group (MYM) Easter

Sunday.

Interruptions can be viewed as sources of irri-tation or opportunities for service, as moments lost or experience gained, as time wasted or horizons widened. They can annoy us or en-rich us, get under our skin or give us a shot in the arm, monopolize our minutes or spice our schedules -- depending on our attitude toward them. (William Arthur Ward)

Adults have an opportunity for service Wednesday, April 5 -- to package meals that will be shared with those who have little or no food. Will you interrupt your usual day of activ-ity to serve by packing these meals?

The group of 20 adults will leave at 8:30 a.m. for Peoria’s Midwest Food Bank. Our service time will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. When done the group will make their way to the Olive Garden for lunch before returning home.

Please let us know you can go by contacting the office or signing up in the fellowship hall. If more people are interested, another date will be arranged so more can serve with the Midwest Food Bank.

I ns ide t h i s i ss ue :

● Praise & prayer p.2

● More with Moore p. 3

● April Volunteers p.4

● Calendar p. 5

● Nichols’ Worth p. 6

● Opportunities p. 8-9

● MYM News p. 9

● Bits & Pieces p. 9

● Mission of the Month p. 10

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Praise:

Gladys Huston - hip re-

placement recovery

Dan Snyder - recovery Rick Dixon - healing of

broken arm

Baptism of Will Deitrich &

Linda Finton

Prayer:

Marla Grossaint - lung cancer Cameron Curfman-2 broken leg bones

Michael Doyle - health complications

Kirstie Lock - complications after a

C-section LaMoine Camp-finishing new cabins &

preparing for 2017 camp season

The families of Larry Boone, Mike

Menn, Josh Fangman Butch Knorr - unknown health issue

Jessica Rankin - breast cancer, surgery

Marlene Davis-heart attack/complication

Ongoing Prayer Requests

Tony & Donna Newton Bonnie McFarland

Freedom of Religion

Unsaved family & friends

Persecuted Church Joyce Nichols (Mark’s gma) hospice

Political leaders as new ones take office

Rob Wilson-health

Marcos & Minnie - to establish perma- nent residency for Marcos

Garin Sorey - carotid tear, treating w/

meds, off work, rest required

Connor Farris-visa issues on Russian side; has been in states since July,

separated from wife & work

Eric Brumbaugh - life issues

Nathan Lotz- health

Cancer:

Hayden Wheatley - remission

Melinda Briscoe - back cancer, painful

Shelby Kite - remission; must wear heart pump, pray for heart to strengthen

LaRae Roth - chemo

Hollie Hutchins

Kevin Youngmeyer - treatments starting Kris Kuehl - breast cancer

Missions of the Month:

LaMoine Christian Service Camp

Rapha House

Campus Students for Christ @ WIU Christian Radio Stations - KMDY

90.1FM; KAYP 89.9FM; WGCA 88.5FM;

K-Love 95.3FM

Burnside Beacon

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Staff:

Mark Nichols, Preaching Minister

217.357.4753

[email protected]

Rachael Moore, Children’s Director

309.333.5104 cell

[email protected]

Seth Tyler, Student Minister

217.357.1379

[email protected]

Debby Schmitz, Secretary

Elders:

Wayne Caparoon 217.755.4378

Wayne Humphrey 217.219.1748

Jim Jefferson 217.242.4115

Office Contact:

217.746.3571

[email protected]

www.burnsidechristian.org

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Sunday Services:

Sunday School 8:30 a.m.

Worship & Jr. Church 9:45 a.m.

9th-12th grade Youth Group 5:15 p.m.

6th-8th grade Youth Group 5:15 p.m.

Through out the week:

Bible Studies / Small Groups at

various locations.

Can Do Kids — Thurs. [Feb.-April]

Meeting @ Carthage Baptist Church

3:00-5:00 p.m.

March

Attendance

3/5 SS .............. 124

Church ....... 252

3/12 Church ....... 200

3/19 SS .............. 112

Church ....... 221

3/26 SS .............. 127

Church ....... 237

Find treasurer’s reports

in the bulletin or pick-up

a monthly report in the

fellowship hall.

We are rejoicing at the public declaration of faith followed by bap-tism of Will Deitrich & Linda Finton. Will was baptized by his dad, Kevin, March 19th. Linda was baptized by Mark Nichols March 26th. As you see them or think of them, pray for their walk with Jesus that it be strong, ever-growing and shining bright to those they meet in every day life.

Seth & Carol Tyler transferred their membership to this local body of believers March 5th. Seth is BCC’s student minister. Welcome!

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April 2017

Hopefully you and your kiddos

have enjoyed “The Love That

Never Dies Family Activity”

they received in Jr. Church

several weeks ago to help pre-

pare your family for Easter.

Easter often takes a back burner to Christmas and it

often gets confused with bunnies and chocolate. By

starting to focus on Easter early and doing an activi-

ty together every day we start to build up anticipa-

tion for this holiday. Easter is an amazing oppor-

tunity to discuss the power of God, the love of Christ

and the victory over death for us! This holiday

does not have to be complicated, but full of truth

that will give your kids some stepping stones in their

faith journey!

As parents we get the privilege to be our kid’s best

teacher! We get the opportunity to lay the founda-

tion of Jesus Christ by displaying that in our homes

on a daily basis. This family activity gets you into

God’s Word every day and has questions or activi-

ties to do together to grow their knowledge of the

Bible and their faith in Jesus!

Below are a few non-candy ideas for Easter if you

are looking for ways to cut back on the sugar

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Easter Baskets

A new Christian based book

A letter telling your kids how much you and

God love them

Recipe card and ingredients for Resurrection

rolls

A craft project to do together and possibly to

give as a gift

Egg Dying kits (use each color to tell the

Easter story)

Easter Eggs

Words of affirmation for each child example:

Carson can always make us laugh

Small toys

Mini-coupons offering special time, a free

chore pass, 10 minutes extra before bed-

time, etc.

Coins

Piece of Jewelry

See you Resurrection Sunday!

Mom2Mom (formerly MOPS) would like to invite

anyone interested to come to our April 14th meet-

ing. There will be a guest speaker from the Quad

Cities to speak about the Super Summer Chal-

lenge. This is a program designed to give moms a

tool to teach their kids to be self-motivated and pro-

ductive during the summer. This has multiple bene-

fits not the least of which is preserving mom’s sani-

ty! Since it applies to age groups beyond preschool,

we would welcome any other interested moms at

9:15 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Carthage.

Please RSVP to Heather Mohr (309-333-5106) so

appropriate plans for childcare and breakfast

(served during the meeting) may be made.

Bob and I want to thank our

church family for helping us

celebrate our 50th wedding

anniversary. We were very

blessed with messages,

cards, gifts and by the many people who took

time to attend our reception. So happy to be a

part of the BCC family.

God bless each and everyone.

Bob & Peggy Lemley

Thanks so much for all of you who worked at the

camp! We are closing in on it [finishing up the

building of new cabins]. To come work, call Rick

Balmer 309-333-5844.

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April 2017 Volunteers

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Date Meditations Church Cleaners Nursery

April 2 Brian Bliss

Week of April 3-7: Don & Linda

Jacob, Kevin & Brenda Youngmeyer,

Robert & Jane Menn

0-2 yrs: Tami Carroll, Amy Eddings 2-3 yrs: Chelle & Brianna Grotts

April 9

Palm Sun Jim Jefferson

Week of April 10-14: subs for Dennis

& Sharon Pettit, Mark & Lindsay

Nichols, Mike & Toni Carlisle

0-2 yrs: Pam Jefferson, Pat Briscoe 2-3 yrs: Toni & Sydney Carlisle

April 16

Easter

Doug

Jacob

Week of April 17-21: Brian & Sherry

Bliss, Alfred & Gladys Huston, Shane &

Rachael Moore

0-2 yrs: Florine Dixon, Janie Long 2-3 yrs: Dawn Todd, Emma Roth

April 23 Wayne

Humphrey

Week of April 24-28: Chris & Darcy

Adams, Doug & Michelle Jacob, Tami

Carroll, Gail Schulte

0-2 yrs.: Gladys Huston, Kim Deitrich 2-3 yrs: Donna Kleopfer, Sandy Kleopfer

April 30 Youth

Week of May 1-5: David Pettit, Diana

Shults, Janie Long, Herman & Barb

Hanks, Ann Logan, Ray Driskell

0-2 yrs.: Tera & Madison Cole 2-3 yrs: Cassie Grotts, Elleanna Mantia

Mondays 5-6 p.m.

3 Cassie Grotts

10 Darcy Adams

17 Closed

24 Meghan Wibbell

Wednesdays 9-10 a.m.

5 Toni Carlisle

12 Carol Tyler

19 Pam Jefferson

26 Sharon Wheatley

Food Pantry Volunteers

Door Greeters:

Front: Tom & Dawn Todd

Sanctuary: Sally McPherson,

Diana Shults

Jr. Church Volunteers:

Brad & Elizabeth Dixon Lee & Meghan Wibbell

Communion Preparer:

Diana McClintock

Coffee Ministry:

Donna Kleopfer

Servers:

Richard Hensley

Bob Eddings

Larry McClintock

David Prior

Tom Todd

David Carroll

Zach Schulte

Mike Carlisle

Communion @

Montebello Nursing Home 2

nd & 4

th Sundays:

George Link

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

Men’s Breakfast

Hamilton Christian

7am

2 MYM 5:15

3

4 Ladies Bible

Study 9:30

5 Tender Mercies

leave 8:30a

Sisters-in-Christ

6:30p

Board Mtg 6:00p

6

Can Do Kids

3-5 pm @ Baptist

Church

7

8 Men’s Day @

SLCC; Wedding Show-

ers for English/Roth @

BCC; for M Carroll @

Winery; Sr Saints Day

9

MYM 5:15

Crazy Days regis-

tration deadline

10

11

Ladies Bible Study

9:30

12

Workday @

LaHarpe Nrsg

Home 10 am

13

NO Can Do Kids

Maundy Thursday

service 6:30p

14

15

16 EASTER !

Sunrise Service 6:30a

Breakfast 7:30a

SS 8:30a

church 9:45a

17

18

Ladies Bible Study

9:30

19

20

Can Do Kids

3-5 pm @ Baptist

Church

21 22

23 Motorcycle Ride

MYM 5:15

30 Teacher Apprecia-

tion Dinner

24

Men’s Fellowship

@ Monmouth CC

6:30 pm

25

Ladies Bible Study

9:30

26 27

LAST Can Do Kids

3-5 pm @ Baptist

Church

28 29

April 2017

4-Bob Eddings

6-Dennis Brumbaugh

9-Becky Humphrey, David Prior,

Travis Schulte, Evela Elrod

11-Tom Todd

12-Brock Vass, Brayden Vass

13-Aaron Carroll

16-Marcos Cardenas-Toto

19-Aubrey King, Bryson Grotts

20-Jason Sparks

22-Barb Ward

23-Carson Moore

24-Kathy Schulte

28-Kyle Adams

5-Jon & Kim Barr

13-Jim & Wilma Snyder

18-Jr & Pat Hitz

28-Lawrence & Mary Lu Derks

Check out the Facebook page for Burnside Student Ministry There is also a link on the Jr. High and Sr. High pages of the website ww.burnsidechristian.org for the Facebook page.

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cation for speaking is that they had spent time

with Jesus! (Acts 4:13) And because they spent

time with Jesus, they were simply speaking JE-

SUS out of the overflow of what they had experi-

enced and knew.

If we are being 100% real, the reason many of us

don’t speak into the lives of a hurting world is be-

cause we haven’t spent enough time with Jesus.

But that can change. It needs to change. A lost

world is counting on it.

Serving with Joy,

Fill the tank, don your helmet

and ride to church on Sunday, April 23rd! Follow-ing the morning worship service, all bikers will head to the Witch’s Rib for lunch then r-i-d-e! Men & women are invited to enjoy this day just for the pure pleasure of doing so. Let Mark (or sign up) know you’re going in case there is a last minute need to contact you. Due to a recent situation, the building doors will remain locked unless there is someone present in the buildings. If you need to enter any of the build-ings, please contact Rick Dixon (217-357-1363), the Wheatleys, Seth Tyler, or come to the church office Monday-Thursday, 8am - 1 pm to gain en-trance. We are sorry for this inconvenience.

Burnside Beacon

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Colossians 4:5

Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsid-

ers, making the most of the opportunity.

We all have been given opportunities (arranged by

the Holy Spirit’s leading) to speak into the lives of

people. Erwin McManus calls them divine moments.

The problem is that we don’t see them as opportuni-

ties arranged by the Holy Spirit…our eyes view them

as inconveniences or coincidences or accidents. But

if that’s how we view our encounters with people, we

will miss out on opportunities to speak into the lives

of a hurting, lost people.

In order to make the most of every opportunity, we

MUST point people to Jesus. But the problem is we

aren’t very good at pointing people to Jesus – and I

get it because the name of Jesus is so powerful that

you aren’t sure how people will respond! Will people

be angry? Offended? Upset? Will they laugh?

There will always be a risk. There will always be op-

position. But in the midst of opposition and in the

face of risk, remember this: Don’t deny someone the

opportunity to hear about salvation because you’re

afraid of the opposition you may face! You have lost

family members. You have lost neighbors. You

have lost friends…who may never hear the gospel if

YOU DON’T SPEAK.

And while it can be intimidating to point people to

Jesus…it’s not that hard to do it. You simply speak

what you know! You point people to Jesus using

your experiences and knowledge of what He has

done for you in your life!

In Acts chapter 4, Peter and John are standing be-

fore an angry group of the religious elite of their

day…they were smart and sharp and knew the scrip-

tures better than anyone else. And Peter and John

were untrained, uneducated men. Their only qualifi-

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Tues., June 27-Thurs., June 29 in Kansas City, MO

The North Ameri-can Christian Convention is really for everyone, young - adult. This year the president is Gene Appel with many others helping. Appel was the youth minister at Monmouth Christian Church in the mid-1980’s and has gone on to minister in several mega churches. Learn more about the NACC from the bulletin board or web www.gotonacc.org

Liz Curtis Higgs has one goal: to help wom-en embrace the grace of God with joy and abandon. Her messages are biblical, en-couraging, down-to-earth, and profoundly funny, helping both sisters and seekers cel-ebrate the truth of God’s love for them. Liz

is the author of more than 30 books with 4.5 million copies in print. Liz admits she’s a lame housekeeper, a marginal cook, and a mediocre gardener, but what she cares about most are the women seated in front of her, first row to last.

Susie Larson is a radio host, author and national speaker. She hosts her own daily live talk show, Live the Promise with Susie Larson. She connects weekly with thou-sands through her radio program and her daily faith questions of Facebook @ deeperlifeinchrist. Susie has also served as a media voice for Moody Radio, was the former co-host for Focus on the Family’s daily live talk show, Everyday Relationships with Dr. Greg Smalley. She comes with a passion to see women everywhere strength-ened in their faith and mobilized to live out their high call in Jesus Christ.

Ladies, make plans now to attend this one day con-ference at Lincoln Christian University. $35 received by April 19 covers the cost of the day with lunch. After April 19 it is $40. Registration forms may be found on the bulletin board or contact Dawn Todd or Debby for more information.

Dear Burnside Christian Church, I want to express my appreciation to all for the prayers, cards, phone

calls and food brought to us during my recovery from hip surgery. God

and friends are truly a blessing. “Thanks again.” Gladys Huston

Family & Friends are invited to a bridal shower for Mackenzie Carroll Sat., April 8 at Lake Hill Winery at 11 a.m. Due to busy schedules, there will be a wed-ding shower for the new couple at BCC after the May wedding. Date will be announced in early summer.

April 2017

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For centuries, men of faith have been given a call to mentor men. God calls men to pass on to the next generation what once was passed on to them. Joshua had Moses, Elisha had Elijah, John had Jesus, and Timothy had Paul. This Men’s Day we are going to echo this call to men. But we’re going to do more than talk about it - we’re going to make it a reality.

During Men’s Day, we will be offering a spe-cial mentoring workshop where any man can join a 12-month mentoring group. Mem-bers of these groups will occasionally meet to-gether throughout the year, and at other times have one-on-one conversations and prayer times with the mentor. Each group will be led by a wise leader from around the area who has taken the Psalmist’s words to heart: “Even to old age and gray hairs, O God, do not forsake me, until I proclaim your might to another gen-eration.” Psalm 71:18

Register before March 31 for $30 and for $35 after online at www.stlchristian.edu. St. Louis Christian College is at 1360 Grandview Dr., Florissant, MO.

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Trip to Shiloh April 7 & 8, 2017

BCC is taking families, couples or individuals to Shiloh for a work crew and to give the homepar-ents an evening out April 7 & 8.

On Friday the 8th of April, leaving near 4 p.m., the group will arrive at the Kahoka site to treat the kids to pizza and hang out with them for the evening. The homeparents will be sent on their way for the evening to enjoy some time as a couple. There is an option to stay the night at Shiloh or return home Friday night about 11 p.m.

Saturday, April 9th, a van will return for a work day (cut wood, repair/replace flower bed/landscaping and more) for men, women & chil-dren to participate.

The Mission Team is funding this trip so it is free to anyone who wants to go. Donations would be accepted to help cover the costs of Pizza on Fri-day night and a donation will be left with Shiloh to help cover the costs of feeding us on Satur-day. There is a sign up sheet to let the Mission Team know what day you will go, if you are stay-ing overnight, and the name & number of those going.

What an opportunity to participate in a “short” term mission trip very close to home! From per-sonal experience with Shiloh, you may go with the desire to bless them but you will be blessed in return!

A group trip to see the Creation Museum & the Ark is set for July 9-11. Hotel & tickets to enter have been arranged. If you are interested in go-ing by chartered bus with this group, please sign up in the fellowship hall or see George Link. There is a packet of information available at the sign up sheet that covers costs, motel, and more. After Easter, this trip will be opened up to people outside of the BCC family. The bus seats 56 and each person will be required to purchase a bus seat.

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Origami - what is it? Fabric origami will be demonstrated by Joyce Taylor of Warsaw at the next Sisters-in-Christ meeting Wed., April 5th at 6:30

p.m. in the fellowship hall.

Fabric origami offers crafters an opportunity to make artistic objects out of fabric. There are six basic types of fabric origami: general fabric folding, towel folding, napkin folding, quilts, clothing and toys. Each one employs a form of folding fabric into an object or design. Joyce will demonstrate as well as show many designs she has created. Each lady in attend-ance will have the opportunity to make and take an article home which they have “folded” during the evening.

Co-hostesses for the April meeting are Susie Schulte and Wilma Snyder. Pam Jefferson will give the devo-tion. Any lady who doesn’t enjoy sewing, but would like to work with fabric, is invited to come and join the fun.

April 29, 2017

Men’s Field Day

(Must be at least 18 years of age)

9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

22992 Hwy 79, Danville, IA (1 mile west of Harmony Church)

There is fishing, shooting (gun & bow), cars, and other activities. For more information you may con-tact Scott Whitehouse at 217-430-4234 or visit their Facebook page

Needed this Summer - our Nursery Teacher, Laura Thomas, will be leaving for a year-long mission call-ing to South Africa in July/August. She has been teaching the 0-2 yrs. during the 8:30 Sunday School time. Our wee ones can learn and are look-ing for someone to come in Laura’s place. If you feel called to teach these young children, please contact Laura or Rachael. Now is a great time to visit the class to see what they do.

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April 2017

Area Men’s Fellowship will

meet at Monmouth Christian

Church on Mon., April 24 at 6:30

p.m.

Men’s PK Breakfast will meet

at Hamilton Christian Church Sat., April 1 at 7

a.m. No Fooling!

Beacon deadline for May issue is Monday,

April 17.

Food Pantry suggestions for April are: dish

soap, cleaning products (sink, tub/shower, stool,

floor), bleach

Bi-monthly Board Meeting will be Wednesday,

April 5th at 6 p.m.

from Campus Students for Christ:

Thank you BCC Crew! The roast and veggies were a BIG hit. Thank you for providing this meal for our stu-dents. Those leftovers went fast!!! In Him, Christi and Barry Reed

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brate Him!

WOW! Have you experienced camp? It all began as an idea of Melvin Fiscus in 1945 at Bailey Park in Camp Point, IL. In 1947 Camp Point Ser-vice Camp saw 63 campers sleeping in tents for one week. From this year, camp grew, land was purchased, buildings built, torn down, build new. Gordon Blankenship is the 5th camp manger. If you would like to read more about camp, please go to their website: www.lamoinecamp.org. It is a G-R-E-A-T place to get away from routine life!

Once again I’m so fortunate to be a member of this church and once

again I thank you and appreciate all of the kindness shown to me the past few weeks. Doris Waller

I’d like to thank each one of you for your cards & prayers regarding my recent knee surgery. Your thoughts and love and concern are very much appre-ciated. Thank you very much again, Gene Scanlan

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Burnside Christian Church

2088 E. County Road 2110

Burnside, IL 62330-4019

Non-Profit Organization

U.S. Postage

PAID Carthage, IL 62321

Permit #27

LaMoine Christian Service Camp is the mis-

sion focus in April. A recent change in camp per-sonnel, Gordon Blankenship is now the camp man-ager. Jon Gillespie continues as facility manager through May. Jamie Blankenship is the office/hospitality manger.

Are you thinking, “I’m too old for camp!”? No wor-ries, there is a day camp just for you. Saturday, April 8, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. there are special individu-als coming in to share music, laughs, and encour-age a good time. There will be donuts & coffee to start your day and a delicious meal to keep up your energy mid-day. Cost is $15 for all day.

Maybe you’re saying, “My child is too young for camp!” Well, maybe - unless your child is entering 1st grade in the fall of 2017. There are Day Camps for kids entering 1st & 2nd grade; Overnighters for those 3rd graders; First Chance for the 4th graders; Junior weeks for 5th-6th grades; Jr. High weeks for those 7th-8th graders; Niners for 9th graders only; and not to be forgotten - Hi Teen week (only 1 chance here) for the 10th-13th graders.

Take a look at the summer camp schedule that can be found at www.lamoinecamp.org/summer_camp/ Now is the time to choose a week, ask a friend to go along, and during the month of May register in the BCC fellowship hall. By registering through BCC, one half of your camp fee will be paid by the church. Any questions about this, please speak with Kevin Deitrich.

What else happens at LaMoine Christian Service Camp & Retreat Center? It is the year round per-fect place for so many different types of outings. Whether you are planning a day trip or a week long family reunion, they have the resources to meet your needs. Groups of all types and sizes have already experienced the joys of an outing at LaMoine; leadership retreats, youth retreats, scrap-booking retreats, class parties, birthday parties, family reunions, picnics, swimming pool parties, wedding receptions, service project outings, and more. If you can plan it, they can host it. There is plenty of room, resources, recreation and dining services available. Just give the camp a call for availability 217-654-2238 or contact them through the web.

NEW this YEAR -- Prayer Week. They are calling all of God’s people to join them for a week of prayer, dedication, and consecration at LCSC. Daily, May 30 to June 3, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., you are invited to come and pray for the camp, the staff, the camp-ers, and the faculty; praying that God will work mir-acles this summer. Bring your family and a sack lunch/dinner and spend some time together in prayer and fellowship. (Gordon and the staff will be available to you each day.) The week will conclude with lunch on Saturday, June 3rd at noon with a brief time of worship and dedication to follow around 1:30 p.m. There is no auction, no yard sale, Just A Time of Thanksgiving! Wear your favorite old camp t-shirt for a chance to win a free 2017 t-shirt! God is awesome! God is good! Let’s cele-