GREAT OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE 50 PLUS CROWD

2008 is well underway already and time to think about the most important subject for seniors-  what am I going to do with the rest of my life?   With 1/12^th of 2008 history, every one of us ought to seriously be thinking about this question.  Another way of asking it would be what will I do with the second half of my life?  These are very important questions for Christians especially as we anticipate making every day count for Jesus. Well I have some suggestions for you.

ATTEND THE SENIOR CONFERENCE THIS MONTH

Do you realize that on February 22^nd a great conference just for people over 50 will open at Lake Swan Camp? This is the right time to make your reservation for a conference with others like you who are trying to answer these questions. There will be many answers from people who are making a difference.

Registration is now open for the weekend of February 22-24 which will open the way for a great spiritual journey with Dr. Paul Alford opening the Word each day with relevant Bible messages that will touch your heart. He is the former President of Toccoa Falls College and District Superintendent of the Southeastern District.  His ministry is always effective and challenging, so pack your bags and get ready for a feast! Music this year will be led by Dave Kaley of Neighborhood Alliance Church in Longwood. You're in for a great spiritual treat. Don't miss it! 

REGISTRATION APPLICATIONS AT BOTTOM OF PAGE

Look below at the end of this report and you’ll find the registration application and prices. Just follow the instructions and make your registration today for the room you would like to have.

DRIVE-IN DAY SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23RD         

Some people can’t make it for the entire three days and so they are urged to drive in for the day starting at 9:00 a.m.  Rev. Ted O’Farrell, the new director, has everything in hand for a great day of blessing.  There is no registration fee required for Drive-Ins, but an offering will be received to help pay expenses. Dr. Alford will be speaking at the Bible Hour and some special things are being prepared for the 1:30 p.m. hour. Invite your friends to fill up your car and let’s see how many churches will be represented from Florida.

FANTASTIC PRAYER MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY

Many times seniors (50 PLUS people) wonder what they can do with the rest of their lives, and frequently they have more time to do something significant. Everyone, regardless of age, can have a great opportunity to change the world through prayer. It’s a ministry everyone should be involved in on a regular basis, but this is not just regular prayer; this is praying for others in great need with the use of your computer. Read the following for an exciting new ministry that everyone can be involved in.

Guideposts, the popular magazine offering hope to millions of people, is urgently seeking people who believe in prayer to become part of their Prayer Team.  Several years ago I volunteered to pray for the needs of  hurting men and women who ask for prayer. It is one of the most thrilling outlets I have personally discovered which has put me in contact with hundreds of needy people who are seeking the Lord. It’s very simple to get involved by using your computer.

1. Log on to www.ourprayer.org and register as a prayer volunteer.

2. Once registered, you can begin to pray for individual prayer requests listed right on your screen.

3. You can have direct contact with some people if you so desire and counsel them by letter. However, this is an optional blessing.

4. For anyone with more time available, Real Time prayer is possible using a toll free number provided by Guideposts.

5. That’s it. Please log on immediately and see for yourself what it is all about.

It is so simple to be involved with the needy of our country. It just takes a heart that longs to give a cup of water in Jesus’ name.  I am deeply impressed with this ministry Guideposts has developed and you will be too when you look into it. Do me a favor, please. Let me know if you register as a prayer volunteer. I hope the day comes soon when I can announce that we have 20 or 30 prayer volunteers in Florida involved in a ministry close to the heart of God.

WILLIAM WILBERFORCE OF AMAZING GRACE FAME

Assist News Service reports that Dr. Geoff Tunnicliffe, International Director of the World Evangelical Alliance (www.worldevangelicals.org ) and Chuck Stetson, chairman of THE BETTER HOUR, a division of Essentials in Education (www.thebetterhour.com ) announce their partnership in bringing the inspiring, new one-hour television documentary, THE BETTER HOUR, The Legacy of William Wilberforce to nationwide American public television beginning in February, 2008. The film was produced to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the 1807 abolition of British and American slave trade in a 20-year heroic effort led by British Parliamentarian William Wilberforce. (Effective date of U.S. legislation was January, 1808.)

The inspiring story of John Newton’s “Amazing Grace” and Wilberforce’s struggle against slavery has challenged millions of viewers. This new documentary will impact millions more and we seniors should be at the forefront promoting this presentation because “it can bring together both Christians and non-believers to create better communities around the world," said Tunnicliffe, whose World Evangelical Alliance includes churches in 128 nations and more than 100 organizations, representing some 420 million evangelicals around the world. (The DVD is for sale at www.shopPBS.org. )

The film focuses on a politician who developed strength of character in the service of high and seemingly unattainable goals. This film highlights William Wilberforce's drive and love for humanity and how his character and a sense of justice join together to bring what the English poet William Cowper described as "the better hour."

"Today, the world needs a new generation of people like Wilberforce," writes Rick Warren, author of The Purpose Driven Life, in the foreword of the related book and study guide, creating the Better Hour: Lessons from William Wilberforce, which includes chapters by Os Guinness, Chuck Colson, Baroness Caroline Cox, among others, and edited by Chuck Stetson.

Help get your church involved by circulating this information, and pray that many lives will be transformed for the glory of God.

PURPOSEFUL LIVING REGISTRATION FORM

February 22-24, 2008

Please cut off and mail to Lake Swan Camp, 647 SR 26, Melrose, FL 32666

Name ______________________________________________________________

Second person in room ________________________________________________

Street address _______________________________________________________

City __________________________  Zip _______ Tel _______________________

Name of Church ________________________________________________________

Amount enclosed $ _____________________

Please reserve the following:

_____  Motel Room @ $115.00 each                                 $_______

_____ Anniversary Lodge King bed @ $108.00 each       $ _______

_____ Anniversary Lodge Twin beds @ $102.00 each     $ _______

_____ Low Block Dorms @ $98.00 each                              $ _______

_____ 6 Meals only @ $46.00 each                                      $ _______

_____ 3 Meals on Saturday @ $26.00 each                         $ _______

_____ Saturday Drive-In Day dinner @ $9/00 each            $ _______

_____ RV Site – check with office

(Please note”  There is no registration for Drive-In people)

BOOKS ON THE PERSECUTED CHURCH

Now that Christmas is past, don’t forget that the two books on the persecuted church of China are still available along with the Jack and Jenny Mystery Series.  If you missed the special sale, remember that the regular prices are way below book store prices and even the Internet.

These books are written as true historical fiction but every incident is an actual experience of a Chinese person who was willing to suffer for Jesus.  These books will challenge any one’s faith and commitment, and from reports, many are making new commitments to God about serving Him and praying for the suffering church.

Upon receipt of your check and mailing address,

your books will be mailed promptly. 

Please make checks payable to Anthony Bollback

Red Runs the River and Exiles of Hope are available at $12 each plus $3.50 postage or if sent to the same address, both volumes including postage is $27.50.

Full sets of extremely good Jack and Jenny Mystery books for children 8-12 are still available at $2.00 each plus $3.50 postage or $16.00 for a set of six including postage paid. Please make checks payable to Anthony Bollback

Read a synopsis of each of these books by logging on www.ChurchInChina.com.     Click on one of the books and it will take you to the book descriptions.

Check out the small map on the lower right section of the home page of www.ChurchInChina.com  and see all the places in the world where people are logging on to this web site and reading China Clippings. It is being read in China, Mongolia, Central Asia, Saudi Arabia and the region, South America and England as well as Europe. Please join me in praying that the message will penetrate many hearts in places where we can never go and bring salvation to many all cross the region.