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NEWSLETTER FALL 2019 CAMP Talks lessons worth sharing While recruiting at college campuses, the Inspiration Hills’ staff invites the summer staff to share with other students their story of the lessons they learned at camp. The next time your family is around the dinner table we encourage you to talk about your “lessons worth sharing” from your camp experience in which God worked in your life. Here are some questions to discuss: What did you learn about yourself? What did you learn about God? How was your faith walk shaped from your experience? What encouragement would you like to extend to those who are hearing your story? Celebrate Christmas Fundraiser Order Form on Page 5

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Page 1: CAMP Talks - Inspiration Hillsstillness, trails, and activities Inspiration Hills has to offer. Share this experience with your family and friends! Call or email today to reserve your

NEWSLETTER FALL 2019

CAMP Talkslessons worth sharing

While recruiting at college campuses, the Inspiration Hills’ staff invites the summer staff to share with other students their story of the lessons they learned at camp. The next time your family is around the dinner table we encourage you to talk about your “lessons worth sharing” from your camp experience in which God worked in your life.

Here are some questions to discuss: • What did you learn about yourself?

• What did you learn about God?

• How was your faith walk shaped from your experience?

• What encouragement would you like to extend to those who are hearing your story?

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Psalm 29: 2 Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the splendor of his holiness.

It has been a crazy weather year! The rain, mud, snow, harvest, sunsets, and the sights and sounds of changing seasons are all orchestrated by an unchanging Creator. Even though many people continue to deal with difficult conditions, fall is still part of the created order designed by the Creator. The sad part is most people are so isolated from creation they miss the splendor and only grumble about it. They are so busy they isolate themselves inside their own busy bubble and can’t enjoy the gifts. It is hard for us to take time, to make time, to get outside of our little busy bubble or routine and experience God’s splendor and majesty.

Many people have a yearning to connect with God and that works best by disconnecting from the world. Escaping from our busy bubble is a growing necessity. Nine out of ten people would love to have a part of their day filled with peace and quiet, yet few people do anything to plan or make it happen. Studies show that people’s mental and physical health are dramatically affected by never slowing down.

The one thing we hear most from our guests is; “There is just something special about being out here.” That “something” is making an opportunity to step away from

the busy bubble and focus on the power and presence of God. We love it when people visit Inspiration Hills! Our prayer is that people of all ages come dwell with God and leave changed, refreshed, equipped, and transformed. We pray for an encounter with the living Christ no matter where you are. Just take time to be still and know that God is God.

We invite you! We invite you to find the “something special” about being at Inspiration Hills. Between now and May 1st, we invite you to stay with us in our cabins. Mention this Hilltop Newsletter and receive a Small Cabin for $50.00/night or a Large Cabin for $100.00/night. We want you to step away from the busy-ness, and take yourself or family away to disconnect. Enjoy the silence, stillness, trails, and activities Inspiration Hills has to offer. Share this experience with your family and friends! Call or email today to reserve your cabin: 712-986-5193 or [email protected].

Norlyn Van Beek Executive Director

Summer Staffer Perspective: Camp is a unique & exciting experience“Camp counseling at Inspiration Hills has been a very rewarding experience for both of us. There are so many memories and experiences that we love about camp but we will narrow it down to three for brevity’s sake.

The first highlight is worshiping God. God created us for His glory. We are called to glorify Him with our lives. Inspiration Hills provides an amazing worship experience. Being able to work in an environment surrounded by God’s beautiful world is a wonderful way to spend a summer. We both loved being able to be outside and soak in the beauty that God has provided us at Inspiration Hills. Also, it is a great experience to be able to worship God while we are working all summer long. There are so many ways to praise God while we were working in the summer. Camp provides chapel experiences, Bible studies, and fellowship with the kids and fellow counselors. It is a wonderful thing to be able to glorify God as a community.

The second highlight is being encouraged in a Christian community. It was nice for both of us to make friendships with fellow Christians. Sometimes in the college setting or in

daily life it is hard to find community with fellow Christians. Working at camp allowed us to be encouraged in the faith with other Christian believers our age. We also met at camp and later got married. Although camp doesn’t include meeting your future spouse in the job description, it is a great place to meet people who will encourage you in your faith.

The final highlight is growing in your faith and being able to learn how to disciple others. In the Great Commission to His disciples, Jesus tells them to make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28: 16-20). We are called to tell others about

Jesus and to teach them how to grow strong in the Christian faith. Camp was a great way to practice making disciples and it was a great way to think of others higher than ourselves. We are here to serve and it was a true privilege to be able to serve children and help them grow in the Lord.

Camp is a unique and exciting experience that can’t really be replicated anywhere else. We are both very thankful for our time as camp counselors.”

- Peter (04-06 Alum) & Krystal (07-08 Alum) Kolb

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Summer 2019 is here and gone and planning for Summer Camp 2020 is underway! As we took time this fall to reflect, we cannot help but proclaim, “To God be the Glory!” We were blessed with over 1,160 campers this summer and many stories of how God worked. Our theme spoke to our staff and campers in such a way that they were reminded of their identity, value, and purpose. From our camper and staff conversations this past summer, we talked about how to abide in Christ. So it seemed fitting to select the theme ABIDE from John 15:4 for Summer Camp 2020!

We hope and pray that as campers and staff focus on Abiding in Christ, they be encouraged in the Truth of God’s Word so they may stand firmly, as a tree, against the evil in this world. An aspect of the theme I enjoy is the picture of the tree and its roots. The roots represent the unseen time with God that allows you to grow deeper and the tree represents your time being the Light of Christ to those around you. You need your roots – relationship with the Lord – in order to branch out as a witness to others.

Summer 2019 Summer 2020

ABIDEJohn 15:4

Kristi Palsma Program Director

[email protected]

Need a Christmas

Gift?Summer Camp Registrations make GREAT Christmas gifts!

Call the office today and we can send you a gift certificate for your child/grandchild for the gift of Summer Camp!

Invest in their friendships with others, time at camp,

and their relationship with Christ!

Call us at 712-986-5193

Join the SummerMinistry Team!

Apply Online at www.inspirationhills.org

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We look forward to Summer Camp 2020!

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Memorial Gifts to Inspiration Hills

A Special Note: Merle Tilstra and Marilyn Schultz families have a long history with Inspiration Hills. The impact and support from their families are valued and greatly appreciated. The Board Members & Staff at Inspiration Hills extend our sincere condolences to their families. We wish them God’s grace and peace.

In Memory of Merle Tisltra: Willis & Barb Sandbulte

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Dave Heilman Advancement Coordinator

712-986-5193

A&K ElectricAmerican State BankAOK SanitaryAWS (Automated Waste Systems)Caswell PlumbingCountryside BodyD & D DelightsDave Pluim - Hegg Realtors

DemcoDiamond VogelEide BaillyFarmers Lumber CompanyFarmers Mutual InsuranceGreenway AssociatesHiWay ChevyHuisman Global Ventures

Inspired ChiropracticInterstatesIowa State BankJoiner - Zwart DentistryM&H True Value HardwareMike & Greta Van ZeeMouw MotorsNeil Chase Lumber

New York Life - Paul JenssenNorth West RECNorthwest BankO’Brien County ImplementPeople’s Bank Scheel’sSquare TireVan Bruggen Wesselink Insurance

Van Engelenhoven InsuranceVan Rooyan FinancialVan Zee EnterprisesVander Haag’sVan’t Hof ConcreteVer’s Pro Auto Zomer Auctions

“That was fun” – was heard at the door from the people who attended the 2019 Fall Auction at Inspiration Hills. To add to the enjoyment, attendees were greeted at the door by staff in flamingo shirts, beach balls in the entry way and leis available for all. It was the start of a wonderful evening! The goal of the evening was to glorify God, and share the ministry of Inspiration Hills while raising funds for our major pool repair. With the help of so many, it was a success!

Generous bidders raised $31,531.25 the night of the auction, and when the sponsorships were added and expenses removed $49,110 was raised for pool repairs. God is evident as He works through the faithfulness of His people! Thank you to everyone who made the auction such a success. Weather permitting; we anticipate the repairs being made to the pool before the 2020 Summer Camp season.

We look forward to using the swimming pool in our on-going ministry to help children hear about and experience the love of Jesus while at camp and bless all the guests who visit us in the summer months!

In Memory of Marilyn Schultz: Paul & Phyllis Vander Linden

Willis & Barb Sandbulte

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Celebrate Christmas FundraiserORDER FORM

_____x $25 Frosted Cutout Sugar Cookies (1 doz) _____x $15 Banana Bread (1 loaf) # _____x $10 Puppy Chow (2 quart bag) * _____x $10 Carmel Corn (2 quart bag) *+ _____x $25 Pasta Fagioli Soup (1 gal) + (Frozen) _____x $10 Christmas Fudge (12-16 pieces)*

Circle one: With Nuts OR No Nuts _____x $10 Cinnamon Rolls (6) # _____x $10 Cheeseball (12 oz.)* _____x $10 Friday, Dec. 20th, Adult (13 & above) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $5 Friday, Dec. 20th, Kids (12 & under) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $10 Sat., Dec. 21st, Adult (13 & above) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $5 Sat., Dec. 21st, Kids (12 & under) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $10 Summer Camp Scholarship Funds Donation

* Gluten Free # Nut Free + Dairy FreeTotal Amount : ___________

Pick up Day (circle one): Dec. 20 from 11AM-7PM OR Dec. 21 from 11AM-3:30 PM Name________________________________ Phone #_____________________

Address_____________________________ City_____________ State______ Zip____________

Email________________________________________________

Payment in FULL (Circle One): Cash Check Credit Card

Check/ Card Number________________________________________________

CCV # (back of card)___________ Exp. Date__________________

Please send OR email by December 13th to: Inspiration Hills Camp & Retreat Center 1242 280th St. Inwood, IA 51240 Email: [email protected]

Celebrate Christmas Fundraiser ORDER FORM

Friday & Saturday Lunch Menu:

Cinnamon rolls & Chili Served from 11AM– 1 PM

Please Register for Lunch! Take your Family Photo in

front of the Fireplace!

ORDER BY DEC. 13thORDER BY DEC. 13thORDER BY DEC. 13th

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Sign up for Lunch 11am - 1pm PICK UP TIMES:

Friday 11AM– 7PM Saturday 11AM-3:30 PM

Pick Up Days:

DEC. 20 DEC. 21

_____x $25 Frosted Cutout Sugar Cookies (1 doz) _____x $15 Banana Bread (1 loaf) # _____x $10 Puppy Chow (2 quart bag) * _____x $10 Carmel Corn (2 quart bag) *+ _____x $25 Pasta Fagioli Soup (1 gal) + (Frozen) _____x $10 Christmas Fudge (12-16 pieces)*

Circle one: With Nuts OR No Nuts _____x $10 Cinnamon Rolls (6) # _____x $10 Cheeseball (12 oz.)* _____x $10 Friday, Dec. 20th, Adult (13 & above) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $5 Friday, Dec. 20th, Kids (12 & under) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $10 Sat., Dec. 21st, Adult (13 & above) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $5 Sat., Dec. 21st, Kids (12 & under) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $10 Summer Camp Scholarship Funds Donation

* Gluten Free # Nut Free + Dairy FreeTotal Amount : ___________

Pick up Day (circle one): Dec. 20 from 11AM-7PM OR Dec. 21 from 11AM-3:30 PM Name________________________________ Phone #_____________________

Address_____________________________ City_____________ State______ Zip____________

Email________________________________________________

Payment in FULL (Circle One): Cash Check Credit Card

Check/ Card Number________________________________________________

CCV # (back of card)___________ Exp. Date__________________

Please send OR email by December 13th to: Inspiration Hills Camp & Retreat Center 1242 280th St. Inwood, IA 51240 Email: [email protected]

Celebrate Christmas Fundraiser ORDER FORM

Friday & Saturday Lunch Menu:

Cinnamon rolls & Chili Served from 11AM– 1 PM

Please Register for Lunch! Take your Family Photo in

front of the Fireplace!

ORDER BY DEC. 13thORDER BY DEC. 13thORDER BY DEC. 13th

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Sign up for Lunch 11am - 1pm PICK UP TIMES:

Friday 11AM– 7PM Saturday 11AM-3:30 PM

Pick Up Days:

DEC. 20 DEC. 21

or

_____x $25 Frosted Cutout Sugar Cookies (1 doz) _____x $15 Banana Bread (1 loaf) # _____x $10 Puppy Chow (2 quart bag) * _____x $10 Carmel Corn (2 quart bag) *+ _____x $25 Pasta Fagioli Soup (1 gal) + (Frozen) _____x $10 Christmas Fudge (12-16 pieces)* Circle one: With Nuts OR No Nuts _____x $10 Cinnamon Rolls (6) # _____x $10 Cheeseball (12 oz.)* _____x $10 Friday, Dec. 20th, Adult (13 & above) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $5 Friday, Dec. 20th, Kids (12 & under) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $10 Sat., Dec. 21st, Adult (13 & above) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $5 Sat., Dec. 21st, Kids (12 & under) Lunch 11am– 1pm _____x $10 Summer Camp Scholarship Funds Donation

* Gluten Free # Nut Free + Dairy Free Total Amount : ___________ Pick up Day (circle one): Dec. 20 from 11AM-7PM OR Dec. 21 from 11AM-3:30 PM Name________________________________ Phone #_____________________

Address_____________________________ City_____________ State______ Zip____________

Email________________________________________________

Payment in FULL (Circle One): Cash Check Credit Card Check/ Card Number________________________________________________ CCV # (back of card)___________ Exp. Date__________________ Please send OR email by December 13th to: Inspiration Hills Camp & Retreat Center 1242 280th St. Inwood, IA 51240 Email: [email protected]

Celebrate Christmas Fundraiser ORDER FORM

Friday & Saturday Lunch Menu:

Cinnamon rolls & Chili Served from 11AM– 1 PM

Register Here for Lunch! Take your Family Photo in

front of the Fireplace!

ORDER BY DEC. 13thORDER BY DEC. 13thORDER BY DEC. 13th

DEC. 20 DEC. 21

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Sign up for Lunch 11am - 1pm PICK UP TIMES:

Friday 11AM– 7PM Saturday 11AM-3:30 PM

Pick Up Days:

or

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UPCOMING EVENTS ~ Register Now!Pastor & Spouse Retreat

January 12th-15th “Finding Rest for Your Soul”

Speakers: Charles & Sherryl Stone from Stonewell Ministries

Join us for a time for Pastors and their spouses to retreat, be filled, relax and have a time to connect with others who are

walking similar roads.

As one Pastor walked in the door to Inspiration Hills he said, “I really don’t want to be here. I had no choice; they sent us.” By the end of the second day, with tears in his eyes, he said, “I need to be here. This is just what we needed.”

Register at www.inspirationhills.org

Single Mom’s Retreat January 31st - February 2nd

Throughout this retreat weekend there will be plenty of stories, speakers, pampering time, discussions, mentoring, delicious food,

and a positive experience for you to take home. We promise to support and provide you a weekend you’ve been needing! We will provide you with a safe environment. You will receive the love of Jesus and we will encourage you in your relationship with Him!

So come and join us on this retreat where you will be rejuvenated, empowered, and filled with joy.

Register by Jan. 24th at inspirationhills.org

Tubing Hill NEW for 2019-2020 Tubing Hill Season will be by

reservation only!

Call today to reserve your group!

$125.00/Private Party & $5.00/person with a 20 person minimum/group!

Register at www.inspirationhills.org

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UPCOMING EVENTS4th-6th Grade Winter Retreat

February 14th-15th Have a 4th-6th Grader who just can’t stop talking about Summer Camp?

Or are you new to camp & want to try it out? Join us!

Register them today for our 4th-6th Grade

Winter Retreat!!! The Summer Camp Counselors will return to lead the favorite camp

songs, games, Bible study time, and so much more.

Great way to introduce camp to a friend!

Make sure they bring their winter gear! Sign up before February 1st for the discounted price of $70

Register at www.inspirationhills.org

Wild at Heart Men’s Retreat February 20th-23rd

The story of Wild @ Heart Boot Camp is one of men encountering God and experiencing healing, breakthrough, freedom, and strength restored. It is not a retreat about the “seven things a man ought to do to be a nicer guy.” It is a four day quest into the recovery of a man’s masculine soul, the release of a man’s

heart—his passions and his true nature—all given to him by God. Check our website for more details & how to register!

Pastor Education Event February 25th • 9:00am– 4:30pm

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Join us for a Marriage Retreat through FamilyLife on March 13th-14th! Registration is now open! Register online at www.inspirationhills.org!

Join us for an event focused on Preaching and Teaching to help equip new and “seasoned” pastors to give them tools to serve the church.

New pastors will be given tools to help structure and complete sermon preparations. The “seasoned” pastor will be given a reinvigorated look at their role as well as new ideas to keep things fresh as they serve the church. Each session

will cater to new and seasoned Pastors as they learn side by side. Sessions will be under the direction of Pastor Seth Sundstrom (RCA Dakota Classis Pastor).

Register Online at www.inspirationhills.org

Save the Date!

Single Dad’s Workshop

Saturday March, 28th!

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December 20th & 21st Celebrate Christmas Fundraiser Order your favorite goodies for the Holidays!

January 12th-15th Pastor & Spouse Retreat

January 31st—February 2nd Single Mom’s Retreat

February 14th-15th 4th-6th Grade Winter Retreat

February 20th-23rd Wild at Heart Men’s Retreat

February 25th Pastor Education Event

March 13th-14th Art of Marriage Retreat

March 28th Single Dad’s Workshop

April 17th-18th Pastor Wives’ Gathering

To the Household of:

For more details, check out our website at www.inspirationhills.org!

Inspiration Hills will provide an environment in which the individual will come to know and grow in Christ and be challenged for life in God’s Kingdom!