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OPENING WEEK

Dr. Eric Mounts

DEAR PINES GUEST, Another summer has come, and we are so glad that you are here to spend a week with us. Our staff has been preparing for your arrival, and we are glad that we can spend the coming days together. As you can see, the property has undergone some massive renovations, as we’ve completely redone most of the camp’s infrastructure. Although we are sad to have had to cut down so many trees, we are thrilled to now have new sod, and we’ve replanted 240 trees to provide privacy and canopy for many years to come. We’ve also added 13 new cabin units and a brand-new bathhouse for our campers and glampers to enjoy. Unlike last summer, we have no construction taking place, so you’ll be able to experience the camp without noise or disruption. This summer, our theme is “Rest” found in Matthew 11:28 where Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” You’ve come here to find rest and we are eager to provide that with excellent childcare, delicious meals, wonderful amenities and an exciting program. Our goal is to unburden you so that you can be refreshed physically, spiritually and relationally. We hope that this week you will cast your cares upon Jesus, knowing that He cares so much for you, and that you will experience the hands and feet of Jesus through our amazing team of Camp Crew, Bible Institute students, and volunteers. Most of all, we pray that you will find rest for your soul in the comfort of the teaching of the word of God and in the community of fellow believers here at The Pines. Next summer, we will celebrate 50 years of ministry at The Pines, and we want to invite you to join us for what we believe will be our best summer yet. We are already planning an incredible celebration, and we want you to be part of that with us as we praise God for His faithfulness to us and

our faithfulness to the mission of helping people take their next step with Jesus. If you haven’t downloaded the Word of Life Pines app, make sure you do that so we can keep you updated on any changes to the programing this week. Thank you for choosing us for your vacation. We can’t wait to see what God does this week.

Serving Together, Jonathan and Cheryl Bubar

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GENERAL INFORMATION POOL RULES ACTIVITIES DAILY SCHEDULE CHECKOUT ASSISTANCE SPEAKER BIO NOTES PINES MAP LAKESIDE MAP QUICK INFORMATION GUIDE

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THINGS YOU NEED TO DO GET CONNECTED GENERAL INFORMATION WIFI – Simply accept the Terms of Use Social Media – Like us on Facebook at "Word of Life Pines" Follow us on Instagram @wolpines Live Shows – Visit our Facebook page at "Word of Life Pines" to view The Pines Today Show and The Morning Sessions ACTIVITIES There is no better way to enjoy time together than participating in one of our many activities. If you didn’t get a chance to sign up ahead of time, visit wol.is/pinesactivities or stop by the Front Desk for assistance. See pages 10 & 11 for the list of all activities. COLLECT YOUR MEAL PASSES Maximize your time with family and friends by purchasing a meal pass for delicious and convenient food. Meal passes may be purchased at the front desk. If you decide not to purchase a meal pass, feel free to join us at your leisure and pay per meal at the Lewis Lodge for one of Chef Ethan's scrumptious meals.

HOUSEKEEPING Throughout your stay, please do not move any furniture in the cabins or rooms. If you have any housekeeping needs, contact the Front Desk in person or by phone at 518.494.1391. PINES COFFEE MUGS & PREMIER BLEND If The Pines had a signature drink, it would be coffee. Roasted by Maine artisans at the Coffee Hound Coffee Company, the "Pines Premier" blend is a mix of Arabica beans from Costa Rica and Sumatra taken from the grower’s select portion and is sure to open your eyes and dazzle your taste buds. The best part is that if you buy this summer's exclusive mug or tumbler and leave it on your picnic table or porch, our team will fill it up for you beginning at 6:30 AM each morning. It’s truly an experience that helps make The Pines such a special place. Use your new mug or tumbler and get free drip coffee refills all day long. Showing your mug or tumbler at the Ben and Gerry’s Snack Shack will also get you $1 off all our specialty coffee drinks for the entire week. Speaking of our mugs, this year, we have created a new mug design with traces of copper on beautiful clay. The color schemes are eye catching, and the mugs are large and comfortable in your hand. This year's tumblers are vacuum-sealed and are available in black and white with copper accents to match the mugs. They are sure to become your new favorites. When your friends ask you where you got them, you will have to tellv them all about this special place in the Adirondacks where your family is refreshed every summer. PURCHASE YOUR FIREWOOD We start you out with a complimentary bundle! Buy additional bundles for only $3, or sign up for delivery at the Front Desk. Deliveries are made every morning from 8:30–9:30 AM and every evening from 6:30–7:30 PM.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

STREET ADDRESSES The Pines – 8119 US-9, Pottersville, NY 12860 The Pines at Lakeside – 8260 US-9, Pottersville, NY 12860 Word of Life Bible Institute – 4230 Glendale Road, Pottersville, NY 12860

WATCH THE PINES TODAY SHOW Every morning at 8:30 AM we livestream “The Pines Today Show,” where we share announcements, Camp Store specials, weather updates and more. Watch it live from your mobile device by visiting our “Word of Life Pines” Facebook page, or through the "Word of Life Pines" app!

BIBLE INSTITUTE TOURS Tours of the Bible Institute are available throughout the week. If you would like to go on a tour, just contact the Front Desk. LAUNDRY SERVICES If you find yourself in need of a washing machine and/or dryer, the new, and improved, laundry facility is located in The Cove. You can even check to see if a machine is available before you make the walk over! Just visit: laundryview.com/wordoflife

THE PINES APP Scan the QR code below to download The Pines' very own mobile app!

HOURS OF OPERATION FRONT DESK Sunday: 2:00–10:00 PM

QUIET HOURS 10:30 PM–6:30 AM

POOL HOURS Sunday: 2:00–7:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday:

Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM–10:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM

CAMP STORE Sunday: 2:00–9:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 AM–9:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM–7:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM SNACK SHACK Sunday: 2:00–6:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10:00–11:00 AM 1:00–5:00 PM, 7:00–10:00 PM Wednesday, Friday: 10:00–11:00 AM 1:00–5:00 PM

1:00–9:00 PM Wednesday: 1:00–7:00 PM

KIDDIE POOL HOURS Sunday: 2:00–7:00 PM Monday – Friday: 1:00–7:00 PM

PROGRAM LOCATIONS

NURSERY ( 0–3 YEARS ) Namie’s Nursery

KIDS ( 4–12 YEARS ) Gower Gazebo

TEENS – "OASIS" ( 12–17 YEARS ) Perkins' Porch at Lewis Lodge

ADULTS ( ALL AGES ) Meeting House

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• The Pines is a smoke, drug, and alcohol-free property. Participating in any of these activities on the property is not permitted. • The Pool and Swim Area are closed during the meetings. • Please follow the posted speed limit of 10 MPH. • For the safety of you and others, please, no bicycle riding after dark! • It is recommended that anyone under the age of 14 wears a helmet when riding a bicycle. • Please, out of consideration for our neighbors, do not trespass on their property. • Please do not leave fires unattended. • Bags of ice are available for purchase from the Front Desk. • Quiet Hours are between 10:30 PM and 6:30 AM. We ask everyone to respect other guests by refraining from loud talking and any excessive noise. • Dogs are not permitted inside any public buildings, the pool area, or the Picnic Grove. Please always keep your dog(s) on a leash, clean up after them, and prevent them from barking. • For your safety, there is no swimming in Andrew Pond. Children (under the age of 16) need to be accompanied by an adult and need to use a life preserver when boating at Andrew Pond. 2025 SUMMER WEEKS

• Opening Week / June 15–21 / Dr. Eric Mounts • Week 1 / June 22–28 / Dr. Crawford Loritts • Week 2 / June 29 – July 5 / Brian White • Week 3 / July 6–12 / Dr. Richard Blackaby • Week 4 / July 13–19 / Dr. Ray Pritchard • Week 5 / July 20–26 / Dr. Mark Yarbrough • Week 6 / July 27 – August 2 / Dr. Erwin Lutzer • Week 7 / August 3–9 / Dr. Joe Stowell • Week 8 / August 10–15 / Dr. John Barnett

POOL RULES

FOR YOUR SAFETY The pool at Word of Life Pines is not required by New York State to be supervised by lifeguards. This year, however, we have made the adjustment to provide lifeguard supervision whenever the pool is open. Additionally, our pool area has a series of safeguards in place that are to be followed by all guests. We are required to notify you of these rules to ensure that water rescue equipment is at the pool and that the swimming area is maintained in a sanitary manner. In the interest of your safety, we require you to follow these rules. Please read the safety rules located at the entrance of the pool and also outlined on this sheet. If you have any questions, we will be happy to discuss them with you.

• Never swim alone. A minimum of two adults 18 years of age or older must be present whenever the pool is in use with at least one adult on the pool deck. • There is no substitute for adequate supervision. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied to the pool by a parent, guardian or similar adult who will be responsible for their safety and behavior. • In an emergency, notify the staff member on duty or the Front Desk and contact help immediately. • Only use the pool during posted hours of operation. • Safety is everyone's responsibility. Injuries can be prevented. If you notice any problems with the water quality or absence of safety equipment, please notify the Front Desk. • All guests must wear a wristband to enter the pool.

ACTIVITIES

DAILY OPEN ACTIVITIES

AROUND THE PINES * Equipment is located at the Front Desk. A refundable deposit is required to use equipment.

• Mini Golf * • Pickleball * • Tennis * • Disc Golf * • Badminton * • Board Games * • Horseshoes • Softball • Swimming Pool • Volleyball

• Gaga Ball • Basketball • Walking/Biking Trails

• Snack Shack • Camp Store • Playground • Carpet Ball • Cornhole • Zipline • Climbing Tower

AT LAKESIDE • Volleyball

• Basketball • Playground • Saranac Cafe & Game Room ( see the Front Desk to reserve)

AT ANDREW POND • Kayaking • Row Boating • Canoeing

• Fishing (Bring your own gear)

SIGN-UP ACTIVITIES

To sign up for one of our many fun activities, scan the QR code or visit wol.is/pinesactivities . Children (under the age of 16) must be accompanied by an adult.

WATER ACTIVITIES AT LAKESIDE • Jet Skiing / $65 • Afternoon Cruises / $120 • Evening Cruises / $20

• Water Skiing & Wakeboarding** / $50 (**Please see the Front Desk to reserve a spot for this activity) • Tubing / $50 • Paddleboarding / $10 • Kayaking / $10

OTHER ACTIVITIES • Painting Class with Cynthia McKenna (Wednesday) $20 – Perkins' Porch • Handlettering Class with Sarah (Bubar) Dever (Thursday) $5 – Perkins' Porch

DAILY SCHEDULE

SUNDAY

MONDAY (CONTINUED)

KID’S PROGRAM AND NAMIE'S NURSERY DROP OFF 8:45 AM

CAMP REGISTRATION 2:00–5:00 PM

DINNER 5:30–6:30 PM

OASIS 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

WELCOME MEETING 7:30–8:30 PM at Meeting House

OPTIONAL SEMINAR 9:00 AM at Meeting House Kevin Gregory – How to Turbo Charge your Devotion Life

ICE CREAM SUNDAES (DONATIONS ACCEPTED) 8:30 PM at Lewis Lodge

COFFEE BREAK 10:00–11:00 AM at Poolside Snack Shack

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

SESSION 1 11:00 AM at Meeting House

MONDAY

LUNCH 12:00–1:15 PM

COFFEE RUN 6:30–7:30 AM

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY 7:00 AM at Meeting House

GRIEF SHARE MEETING 2:00 PM at Meeting House

ADULT SOFTBALL GAME 2:30 PM (Sign up at the Darling Diamond) FAMILY KICKBALL GAME 3:30 PM (Sign up at the Darling Diamond)

BREAKFAST 7:30–8:30 AM

MORNING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 8:30–9:30 AM (If signed up)

“THE PINES TODAY SHOW” Airs Live at 8:30 AM

DINNER 5:30–6:30 PM at Lewis Lodge

MONDAY (CONTINUED)

TUESDAY (CONTINUED)

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30–7:30 PM (Available for purchase on Eventbrite)

MORNING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 8:30–9:30 AM (Available for purchase on Eventbrite)

MINI GOLF TOURNAMENT 7:00–8:00 PM at Mini Golf Course

“THE PINES TODAY SHOW” Airs Live at 8:30 AM

ALL CAMP PRAYER MEETING 7:00–8:00 PM at Perkins' Porch

KID’S PROGRAM AND NAMIE'S NURSERY DROP OFF 8:45 AM AM

SOFTBALL SUNDAES 8:30–9:15 PM at Darling Diamond

OASIS 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

ALL–STAR SOFTBALL 8:30–10:00 PM at Darling Diamond – Staff vs. Guests

OPTIONAL SEMINAR 9:00 AM at Meeting House Jonathan Lough – On Solid Ground: Search for a Moral Foundation COFFEE BREAK 10:00–11:00 AM at Poolside Snack Shack

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

TUESDAY

COFFEE RUN 6:30–7:30 AM

SESSION 2 11:00 AM at Meeting House

LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY 7:00 AM at Meeting House

LUNCH 12:00–1:15 PM

BREAKFAST 7:30–8:30 AM

FAMILY FUN DAY 2:30–4:30 PM on Front Lawn

DAILY SCHEDULE

TUESDAY (CONTINUED)

WEDNESDAY (CONTINUED)

DINNER 5:30–6:30 PM

“THE PINES TODAY SHOW” Airs Live at 8:30 AM

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30–7:30 PM (Available for purchase on Eventbrite)

KID’S PROGRAM AND NAMIE’S NURSERY DROP OFF 8:45 AM

HUSKIES GAMING TOURNAMENT 7:00 PM at Meeting House

OASIS 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

OPTIONAL SEMINAR 9:00 AM at Meeting House

WAYNE LEWIS MILKSHAKES 8:30–9:15 PM at Lewis Lodge

Carlos and Susanne Hidalgo: The Habit of Hard Conversations Every Couple Needs to Have

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

COFFEE BREAK 10:00–11:00 AM at Poolside Snack Shack

WEDNESDAY

SESSION 3 11:00 AM at Meeting House

COFFEE RUN 6:30–7:30 AM

LUNCH 12:00–1:15 PM

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY 7:00 AM at Meeting House

ALUMNI GATHERING 2:00–3:00 PM at Meeting House

BREAKFAST 7:30–8:30 AM

PAINTING CLASS WITH CYNTHIA MCKENNA 2:00–4:00 PM at Perkins' Porch

MORNING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 8:30–9:30 AM (Available for purchase on Eventbrite)

WEDNESDAY (CONTINUED)

THURSDAY (CONTINUED)

HIKING TRIP TO MOUNT SEVERANCE 2:00–4:00 PM (Sign up at the Front Desk)

LADIES' BIBLE STUDY 7:00 AM at Meeting House

BREAKFAST 7:30–8:30 AM

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT 3:00–5:00 PM at Basketball Court

MORNING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 8:30–9:30 AM (Available for purchase on Eventbrite)

DINNER 5:30–6:30 PM

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30–7:30 PM (Available for purchase on Eventbrite)

“THE PINES TODAY SHOW” Airs Live at 8:30 AM

KID’S PROGRAM AND NAMIE'S NURSERY DROP OFF 8:45 AM

NAMIE'S NURSERY DROP OFF 6:45 PM

CAMPFIRE SERVICE 7:00–8:00 PM at Campfire Site

OASIS 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

FUNNEL CAKES WITH ICE CREAM 8:30–9:15 PM at Lewis Lodge

OPTIONAL SEMINAR 9:00 AM at Meeting House Brian Baker: The Crippling Effect of the Fear of Man

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

COFFEE BREAK 10:00–11:00 AM at Poolside Snack Shack

THURSDAY

SESSION 4 11:00 AM at Meeting House

COFFEE RUN 6:30–7:30 AM

DAILY SCHEDULE

THURSDAY (CONTINUED)

LUNCH 12:00–1:15 PM

RODEO 7:00–8:00 PM at The Ranch

TICKET PURCHASE DEADLINE FOR STEAK/CHICKEN DINNER 2:00 PM (Purchase tickets at the Front Desk)

BROWNIE SUNDAES 8:30–9:15 PM at Lewis Lodge

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

HANDLETTERING CLASS WITH SARAH (BUBAR) DEVER 2:00–4:00 PM at Perkins' Porch

FR I DAY

COFFEE RUN 6:30–7:30 AM

3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT 3:00–4:00 PM at Basketball Court FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR A LASTING LEGACY 4:30 PM at Meeting House

BREAKFAST 7:30–8:30 AM

MORNING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 8:30–9:30 AM (Available for purchase on Eventbrite)

FAMILY PHOTOS 5:00–6:00 PM at Meeting House

KID'S PARTY 5:00-7:00 PM at Gower Gazebo

“THE PINES TODAY SHOW” Airs Live at 8:30 AM

DINNER – STEAK NIGHT 5:30–6:30 PM

KID’S PROGRAM AND NAMIE'S NURSERY DROP OFF 8:45 AM

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30–7:30 PM (Available for purchase on Eventbrite)

OASIS 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

SATURDAY

FRIDAY (CONTINUED)

QUESTION AND ANSWER TIME WITH THE SPEAKER 9:00 AM at Meeting House

COFFEE RUN 6:30–7:30 AM

BREAKFAST 7:30–9:00 AM

COFFEE BREAK 10:00–11:00 AM at Poolside Snack Shack

CABIN CHECKOUT 10:00 AM

SESSION 5 11:00 AM at Meeting House

CAMPSITE CHECKOUT 12:00 PM

LUNCH 12:00–1:15 PM

PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT 2:00–5:00 PM at Tennis Courts

DINNER 5:30–6:30 PM

*SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30–7:30 PM (Available for purchase on Eventbrite)

** FOR UPDATES ON SCHEDULE CHANGES, DOWNLOAD THE PINES APP ON YOUR SMARTPHONE!

WARM COOKIES AND ICE CREAM 8:30–9:15 PM at Lewis Lodge

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

CHECKOUT

SATURDAY MORNING Checkout is at 10:00 AM for cabins and 12:00 PM for campsites. Before you leave, please take your trash to the closest trash hut/trash can. Please drop off keys at the Front Desk or leave them in your room. To get information about The Pines throughout the year, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram! You can also tune in live every day to “The Pines Today Show” and the morning meetings from our Facebook page.

MUSIC PLAYLISTS

Check out this summer's music playlists on both Apple Music and Spotify!

APPLE MUSIC

SPOTIFY

ASSISTANCE