May, 2017

Pastor's Message

God's Got $2 Millionby Pastor Micheal

While the architects are working hard on some of thedetails and images, the Capital Campaign Committee(CCC) has been in prayer and conversation on what isthe best process for raising the needed $2 million. Thetask seems daunting, but in early April the committee metwith a consultant from the Philanthropic Service forInstitutions (PSI) a service of the North AmericanDivision to ask and answer some of these questions.

While the conversation and planning continues onepreliminary question had to be answered. Are thechurch pastors and the members of the church board,individually committed to generously and sacrificiallysupport this project? The question was asked and theanswer came back as the Campion church boardmembers committed to $150,000 of the $2 million, and atleast $200,000 of work in-kind.

Currently the building fund has $100,000 cash and therehave been additional (non-board members) pledges ofnearly $60,000 making the total committed, work in-kind,and cash on hand (as of May 1), $500,000 or 25% ofthe goal. The Capital Campaign Committee plans to jointhe board in making an individual commitment in earlyMay. We praise God for this.

Moving forward, the recommendation from the consultant(PSI) is that as a church we meet one-on-one with eachother and other possible donors with a goal of gettingcommitments of about 60% of the overall before doing apublic launch for the remaining.

Together, we pray on, asking how we can eachsacrificially and generously contribute to the missionimpact that this building addition represents. This weknow - God's got $2 million.

Our Church in Action

Over 600 Guests Attend Journey to the Crossand Beyond

Only in eternity will we see the impact Journey tothe Cross and Beyond had in people's lives.

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We serve and glorify Godthrough Christ-centeredworship, individualspiritual growth, youthinvolvement, andcommunity interaction.

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Service Schedule

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On Sabbath, April 15, the Campion campus andvolunteers from northern Colorado churches joinedforces to share the story of Jesus in an event calledJourney to the Cross and Beyond. Over 600 guestsenjoyed the live village--filled with vendors, taxcollectors, and even beggars--and were moved bydramatic crucifixion and resurrection scenes.Registered guests were entered into a drawing to winhourly prizes: a DVD, handmade oil lamp, or a grandprize of a full 10 volume Bible Story set (the Wigginsfamily won the set). Guests were invited to theAcademy cafeteria where Sherrilyn Lorenz's groupof volunteers served refreshments. TeresaJohansen and her volunteers also treated allJourney to the Cross volunteers who wished to stayto a supper after the event closed.

Many visitors shared words of gratitude and praise.One woman from the community shared thesewords, "What an amazing Journey to the Crossevent. WOW....it was anointed and powerful. Thankyou all for putting that on." May we never forget thatwhen Jesus is lifted up, He draws people to Himself.

"Journey to the Cross was cool, I went three times,and it really reminded me about how much Jesussacrificed himself for all of us." -Abbie Proudfoot(senior)

"It was an eye opening experience that helped mesee how amazing Jesus's resurrection was." -KelbyEickmann (junior)

Thank you, volunteers, for being used by God topoint people to Jesus.

Submitted by Pastor Nestor

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Youth and Campion Academy StudentsShare Jesus in Hawaii I've organized and been a part of numerousevangelism efforts, but never in a homelessvillage. On March 9-18, I joined a team ofleaders and youth from Colorado and Wyomingto make a difference in Tent City, a community inWaianae, Hawaii, tucked in the woods behind aharbor where as many as 300 of Hawaii'shomeless pitch their tents. We served thiscommunity by offering children's programs, free suppers, and nightly Gospelmessages. The mission trip was a tremendous blessing. Adults and youth from the village wereappreciative of the food, songs, and messages. Several youth from Tent City madedecisions to be baptized. I had the privilege of baptizing five of our youth in the warm

Congratulations to Sadie Torrez forleading another successful 9HealthFair. After being the site coordinator formany years, Sadie has asked to berelieved of this responsibility. NellyBravatti (left) is the new sitecoordinator.

Head cashier AnitaBusby (right) and herteam-mate Elese Finnaccurately collect andaccount for the fees.

waters of Hawaii, two of whom are students at Campion Academy. God made adifference in and through our team.

By Pastor Nestor

9 Health Fair Changes Leadership

Approximately 375 people came andparticipated in this year's 9Health Fair. Thisyear we added Skin Screening and it was verypopular. There were people waiting in linethroughout the morning. A couple coming through line told us that theydrove past another 9Health Fair becauseeveryone at our site is always so friendly andkind. They said they will never go back to theother site. They thanked us for all we do andfor always being so friendly and helpful. I want to take the opportunity to thank all thewonderful volunteers who have been willing togive of their time year after year to help 9HealthFair be successful.

I have enjoyedleading in thehealth fair for thelast 14 yearsBeth DiVittoriohas also decidedto step down asNon-Medical Coordinator so anyone interested involunteering in this worthwhile endeavor, call PastorNestor. I also want to thank Barb Konrad who solicitsdonations of gift cards from local businesses that areused in drawings for the volunteers. This year she raised$640 that allowed 42 volunteers to receive a nice gift fortheir service.

Submitted by Sadie Torrez

Gene celebrating his91st birthday. Photo

by Max Goodwin

At Campion church, we are all about people. I have the privilege to work with a specialgroup of people who are dedicated to serve the Lord. The elders have been organized insuch a way to help individuals, families, church, and our very own community. Five maindepartments take the lead in our organization and each one of them is overseen by one ofthe elders. 1) Worship2) Evangelism3) Administration4) Discipleship5) Member Care Worship takes the lead in music and many other areas that have to do with our weeklyprogram. Currently we are in the process of searching for new elders who would like totake part in this area. In Revelation 14:6 and 7, John expresses a message of hope whichhappens to be the last message to this world, and worship is an essential factor in theproclamation of Jesus' soon return. Evangelism. I call this the front line of Adventism. Matthew says that the harvest is plentybut the laborers are few (Matthew 9:37). Our elders in this area are Alex Rodriguez,Jonathan Gibbs and myself, along with Pastor Nestor Soriano. Administration is an important department that allows us as a church to plan ahead. Ourelders who oversee this area are Kent Kast with finances, Dan Turk with the structure ofcommittees such as nominating committee, and Kim Mehlenbacher with building projects. Discipleship is an area similar to a school. It teaches our doctrines in small settings, smallgroups with the idea of spreading the gospel in our community in a more relaxed format/casual setting, like a home environment. Two leaders have been assigned for this: SteveEickmann and Tom Cleveland. Member Care; a mission, I call it, to reach out to those who once were members and arestill in our community. Another area is taking a very close interest in those precious soulswho come through our doors but are not regular members at our church. These are justsome aspects of Member Care; the leaders are Bill Hay, Ben Trujillo, Dick Stenbakken, andJoe Martin. It is my prayer that you become a part of the plans we have been asking God to lead usinto, to advance His cause. I invite you all to join me in prayer for each of these areas andfor God to give strength to each and every one of these leaders with these noble tasks. It isan honor and privilege to serve as an elder and to see many souls added to His church.May the Lord Jesus be an active God in your life today.

By Edwin Bravatti

All About People

We Welcome Gene StaffordGene attended dental school in Nebraska and started his practicethere with his wife Ramona assisting him. Later they moved toBoulder where he practiced for 30 years. After he retired fromdentistry he drove a transit bus for handicapped people for 13years. He retired from that job at age 80!

In 2002 Gene and his wife moved to Milliken but continued to attendthe Boulder church. About a year ago Gene and Ramona startedattending the Campion Church and liked it.

Gene's greatest sorrow is the loss of his wife of 67 years lastAugust. If you missed Gene at church the past few months it isbecause he fell and broke his shoulder and has been recuperating.

We are glad you are well again and able to join us in person at church.Submitted by Ella Jean Albertsen

We welcome Susie (Arloa) Cox to our fellowship, joiningus from the Dacono church plant.

A retired nurse, she took care of her husband Bill (not the BillCox who attended Campion Academy or Union College, but a Billfrom New York) who was in hospice for four years; he passedaway in February of this year. She listened to the CampionChurch live-streaming while taking care of her late husband.Because of this care, she has not really had time for hobbies or other outside interests.

Susie tells me she has three children and two great-grandchildren, and expects two more inJune. In the Dacono church she was involved in an outreach for babies, collecting diapers,strollers, and other baby needs for those less fortunate.

A fourth-generation graduate of Campion Academy, Susie (Swarts) graduated fromCampion in 1961 so already knows quite a few people in our congregation. Hergranddaughter Kaity Vanatta is also joining the Campion Church, and is a great help to hergrandmother. Susie is a delightful person to talk to, so get acquainted. Welcome, Susie!

Submitted by Ardis Stenbakken

Kaity Vanatta is a busy 16-year-old young woman. She hasmoved here so she can attend church with family, including hergrandmother, Susie Cox, and she says she enjoys the sermonsat the Campion Church although she has not yet becomeinvolved in any youth activities at Campion. Although Kaity has not yet graduated from high school, she is

working on that while she works at a restaurant in Greeley. She hopes next year to be ableto become a CNA and eventually a nurse. When she has time, Kaity enjoys volleyball and anything outside, such as hiking. She alsoenjoys cooking and baking, trying to do different things each time. Welcome, Kaity; we hope you will continue to enjoy Campion as you become involved.

Submitted by Ardis Stenbakken

Congratulations Ian and Stacy Shives on Your NewDaughter

Savannah Jo Shives

Born March 23, 2017 (on her due date!)7 lbs 8 oz19.5 inches long

Emma Jeanette Sigler has Arrived!

Proud parents: Eric and Jenny Sigler

Born April 23, 20176 lbs 3.5 oz.19.5 inches long

Emma has other family in our Campion church:Proud grandparents: Neil and Naomi Sigler

Proud uncle, aunt and cousins: Matt and Jill Harlow, Grace and Zachary

May Birthday List

Happy Birthday to those born in the month of May!

Coming Events

National Day of PrayerThursday, May 4, 2016 Life Center - Community Room (Loveland's House ofNeighborly Services) at 6:30 p.m. "Hear Us...Forgive Us...Heal Us! For the Glory of Your Great Name!" Adapted from Daniel 9:10 People of all denominations are invited to pray for our nation and community. This is a timeto enjoy our freedom and to humbly come before God and seek His guidance throughprayer. Join us for this special prayer event while we pray for: Government, Military, Media,Business, Church, Education/Schools and Family. Prayers will be led by various churchand community leaders. Planning for this community prayer event is a cooperative activity involving church,government, and community volunteers. This is Ruth Person's tenth year as eventcoordinator to spread "His Great Name!" For more information, call Ruth Pearson at 970-669-1385.

Concert May 6Pastor for evangelism and worship at Campion Church, NestorSoriano, will be in concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 6. Friendsfrom Campion Church, Campion Academy and others fromColorado will join him as he shares original acoustic songs andfamiliar hymns. Please save the date and enjoy an inspirationalevening of music and worship. The concert will be held at Campion Church, 300 42ndStreet SW, Loveland CO 80537.

Women's Ministry to Honor Home-bound Mothers April showers brings May flowers and Mothers Day. On May 13th right after fellowshipdinner we well meet to put the finishing touches on 12 baskets to go to some specialmothers. The leaders would like your help to take a basket and deliver it to a mother. ThankYou for taking time TO HELP make someone's day special.

Submitted by Pat Graybill

HMS GraduationsStudents and staff at HMS Richards are gearing up for the 8th grade graduation of twocharming and talented young women. While they make up the smallest class at HMSRichards, Amie Kooy and Ireland Anthony are well-loved by all. Their graduationcelebration will take place at Campion Academy's chapel on May 17 followed by areception at the HMS Richards gymnasium. Both Amie and Ireland eagerly look forward to the next steps in their lives. Their chosenmotto is, "Not Finished; Just Begun," and aim is, "Look forward, not backward."

Amie Kooy has lived on campus and attended HMS Richards sincekindergarten. She says her years at HMS have helped her learn moreabout God and grow spiritually. She has great memories of fun andeducational field trips, such as going to Washington D.C. last year. Herfirst through third grade teacher, Brittany McLachlan, stands out as herfavorite teacher. Amie plans to attend Campion Academy next year and islooking forward to meeting new friends and all the fun student activities. Ireland Anthony came to HMS Richards starting in 5th grade from ACS inGreeley, when her family also moved to campus. Ireland

really appreciated all of the outdoor education opportunities at HMS suchas climbing 14ers, backpacking, and skiing. She fondly looks back onher time in "Mr. B's" (Paul Bragaw's) class. Other field trips were ahighlight for her while in Mr. Hammond's class, especially their recentmission trip to Costa Rica. She's also looking forward to becoming aCampion Academy student and meeting new people. She hopes to beinvolved in athletics and play volleyball and soccer. In addition to the 8th grade ceremony, HMS Richards will also becelebrating the graduation of four adorable kindergartners. Complete with cap and gown,these young students will be receiving their diplomas on May 15, beginning at 5 p.m. Thestudents will each share a little of what they've learned this year and their hopes anddreams for the future. We are proud of our littlest graduates! All graduation events are open to any interested friends of HMS Richards AdventistSchool. Come join us as we celebrate our students' achievements.

Campion Academy End of Year EventsCampion Sacred Concert: May 12 at 7:30Pops Concert: May 21Graduation Vespers: May 26Graduation Sabbath School, church, parent tribute, class night: May 27Graduation Commencement: May 28 at 10:00 AM

Congratulations to the Seniors who are members of Campion Church

Chelsey BankheadNatalie BoonstraChantelle BravattiLizbeth CamachoCassie Carr Michaela DayKari GeigerMichelle HebardRandy MaldonadoSamantha Nielson Hunter OdenthalJaron PhilpottSienna TurnerRayna Williams

VBS June 5, 2017 - June 10, 2017 08:30 am (MDT) - 11:30 am (MDT)

Imagine a world where curious kids become hands-on inventors who discover they are

lovingly crafted by God. Join us for MakerFun Factory Vacation Bible School!Register your kids today or sign up tovolunteer as a leader or helper.

Parents, there will be a parenting classduring VBS just for you taught by CarolynSaddler, a school psychologist.

Register Here

Connect NE Colorado [formallyCampmeeting] is a weekend event on thecampus of Campion Academy focused onmission and worship. The goal is to bringtogether the churches of NorthernColorado and through the Sabbathconnect and celebrate while beingchallenged to live radically and missionalyfor Jesus.

This years theme, meeting June 9-10,is Living a Life for God. The presenter,Eduard Schmidt, is the director of theNorth America Institute of Evangelism.Eduard and his wife Sonia find their greatest joy in personally leading people to experiencethe joy of salvation found in Christ, equipping them to become disciples who live up to theirfull God-given potential. Empowering members to be ministers in the community, reachingthe North American Division and the world with the distinctive, Christ-centered, Seventh-dayAdventist message of hope and wholeness is the goal.

Submitted by Pastor Micheal

The Social Ministries Team will be hosting the annual church Camp-Out the weekendof June 16-18 at Mountain Park Campground. Please take this opportunity to get to knowyour church family in a relaxed, natural, and harmonious setting. Stay tuned for details. If you have questions or ideas - Contact Carolyn Sadler (480) 209-5181 or ChrisSantana (970) 231-6838.

School News

HMS Costa Rica Mission TripThe country of Costa Rica was energized by ten HMS 7th and8th grade students for 13 days. Our group of 15 individualsjoined Maranatha's multiple-group project based in Limon, CostaRica. The focus of this mission trip was painting the interior andexterior of the Centro Educativo Adventista de Limon School. This large Adventist institution provides quality education forapproximately 350 students ranging from preschool to highschool age. Only 15% of the students are from Seventh-dayAdventist homes, so it is regarded as a mission school which isappreciated for its high standard of teaching and positive values.

Besides the huge painting project, work included pouring cementsidewalks and refurbishing dilapidated desks. Davin Hammond(our HMS principal) brought expertise and leadership to thecement work. The results were several new sidewalks, addingfunction and beauty to the campus. Our HMS kids are incredibleworkers. They painted walls and trim, measured and markedchalk lines, shoveled and mixed cement and sanded and painteddesks. Occasional refreshment from coconut milk, cut by

school workers, offered nourishment as the temperatures were hot and humid.

In addition to these work projects, three Week of Prayer meetings were arranged for thestudents: one for the preschoolers, one for the primaryschool (1st - 6th graders) and one for the secondary school(7th - 12th grade). HMS was responsible for the primaryschool (which contained of 130 students) Week of Prayer. Before the trip, our kids had written short talks about basicChristian/Adventist beliefs. Our meetings consisted ofprayer, singing, object lessons and 2-3 kids sharing theirtalk. Unfortunately, their well-prepared sermonettes had to bewhittled down to less than half their original length due to lackof time and the need for translation. We delighted in interacting with the school kids. Theywere a lively bunch, enthusiastic singers, and eager to participate.

Since our school joined numerous other small groups for this project, we were able tomingle with people from around the United States. Our day started with a hardy breakfastand worship. After working for a couple of hours, those involved in the Week of Prayerleft for the meeting. We took a much-needed lunch break around 1:00. Our cook was atalented lady who made tasty meals, creating dishes from the available local food. Then, itwas back to work for the afternoon. Some of our HMS students also assisted inconversational English classes for the students. Once we returned to our lodging, we hadtime to clean up and take a quick dip in the pool. We then met for supper and worship,which the various groups took turns leading. Through this routine, friendships wereforged and our multiple groups became one large family.

Before returning home, we took a couple days to play. We enjoyed snorkeling, soaking inhot springs, hiking the hanging bridges, seeing waterfalls, and the Arenal volcano. Ziplining through the rain forest, hundreds of feet above the ground was a favorite for many. It is safe to say, that our lives will never be the same after our experience in Costa Rica. We learned more about ourselves and each other and have a deeper sense of God, Hiscreation, and His people.

By Wendy Eickmann, Parent-sponsor on the mission trip

News from the Academy

Campion Academy Awarded Accreditationby Principal Donavan Reeder

Campion Academy has just been awarded the highest level of denominational accreditation.They achieved the six-year term with an interim visit in three years. This is the highestavailable term that can be awarded since the evaluation process was changed.

The visiting team was headed by Jerell Gilkeson, education superintendent from the AtlanticUnion. He was joined by teachers and educational superintendents from the Mid-AmericaUnion. They spent three days going over all aspects of Campion's program.

The Campion staff has worked very hard in preparing for this visit. The excellence ineducation was evident to the team. Plant Services had our campus looking great and thecafeteria was mentioned for its excellent food and service. In fact, when a randomly selectedgroup of students was asked what problems they saw or what they didn't like about theschool, much to the surprise of the visiting team, the students couldn't think ofanything they would change.

The visiting team was also impressed by the friendliness and character of our students,and they remarked that they could see a great level of spirituality in staff, students, and

programming. They commended the school and Campion Church for sharing the missionand working together in training students for service.

Campion ran a t-shirt design contest that would show our theme for this year, "To KnowHim... To Show Him." Jordyn Hammond won the design and staff and students wore theshirts on Monday of the visit. (see accompanying picture)

Read the latest news including mission trips, banquets, sports and so much more fromCampion Academy by clicking the link below.

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Church Business

Report from the Finance CommitteeAs we close the first quarter of 2017, we are fortunate to be able to share some excellentfinancial results with our church family. We are currently $1,729.01 behind our combinedbudget goal. By comparison, last year at this same time we were $14,747.81 behind ourcombined budget goal. We are very blessed to see such strong financial results so earlyin the year. Tithe also remains very strong, with total year-to-date giving of $230,640.58. Thank you for your generous support of the Campion Church! If you have questionsrelated to church finance, please feel free to reach out to Macee at mfridlund@yahoo.comor 970.231.6835. Tithe Chart

Submitted by Macee Santana

Board Minutes April 24, 2017

May Church offerings. During May there are two weeks, May 6 and 20, that the offerings will go directly to the

upkeep and maintenance of our local church and its mission in our community. This isGod's house, and we want it to be the best we can make it for Him as well as ourcongregation and community. May 13 offering is an important one as we look around and hear of the many disastersoccurring in our world. The offering will be divided between Adventist Community Services(ACS) for response to disasters in the North American Division and Adventist Disaster andRelief Agency (ADRA) for needs all over the world. Both are vital to the mission of ourchurch. May 27 offering is for our own Rocky Mountain Conference Advance for support ofevangelism, schools, summer camps, and many other needs in our own back yard!

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