Week 5_The Pines Program_2023_v2

WEEK 5

Erwin Lutzer

DEAR FRIENDS, We are so glad you’ve decided to spend your summer getaway at The Pines! This season, we’re excited to introduce new ways for you to enjoy your stay with us. If you were at The Pines last year, you’ll recall we were raising funds for several new outdoor activities. You gave, and God provided. Down by the pond, you will find a brand- new climbing wall that leads to high ropes challenges, a canopy tour, and a long zipline across beautiful Andrew Pond. Speaking of Andrew Pond, we introduced 200 largemouth bass into the water, which means fishing this summer will be better than ever. All fishing in our pond is catch and release and doesn’t require a license, so take out one of our kayaks or canoes and enjoy all the pond has to offer. You’ll also notice we added four new glamping tents this year. These tents come fully furnished with a queen bed, bunkbeds, sofa, rocking chairs, and everything you need to enjoy the comforts of home in the tranquility of the woods. In Matthew 11:28, Jesus said, “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” During your week at The Pines, we hope you will bring your worries and stress to the feet of Jesus. From our children’s and teen’s programs to our morning Bible sessions for adults, we are dedicated to helping your family experience the rest and joy found in Jesus Christ.

Our staff team is here to serve you, so please let us know if there is anything we can do for you during your stay with us. We are so glad you are here, and we pray this week will be one that changes your life for the better.

Sincerely,

Jonathan and Cheryl Bubar

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GENERAL INFORMATION POOL RULES ACTIVITIES DAILY SCHEDULE CHECKOUT & ASSISTANCE SPEAKER BIO PINES MAP LAKESIDE MAP NOTES 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. WHITE WATER RAFTING This year, we have made a huge upgrade to our white water rafting program! We have continued partnering with Wild Waters Outdoor Center to provide you an exciting way to experience the rapids of the Adirondacks. Simply by staying at The Pines this week, you are able to book a trip on either the Hudson River or the Sacandaga River for a discounted price! Simply visit wildwaters.net to reserve your spot for any available trips. Be sure to use one of the codes below to book.

Code for Hudson River trips: WOL2023HUDSON Code for Sacandaga River trips: WOL2023SAC

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 during Registration. 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 Our 2023 coffee mug is a ceramic mug that comes in a woods green or robin’s egg blue speckle. We also are offering a high-quality vacuum-sealed tumbler in a soft yellow with our logo on the side. Don’t forget to stop by our Pines Camp Store to purchase your mug or tumbler so you can get a free fill-up with our morning coffee delivery and all day long as well as $1 off all our specialty coffee options at the Snack Shack for the rest of the week. We are also continuing our tradition of high-end artisan coffee roasted by a WOLBI alumni from the great state of Maine. Crafted by, Chris Keegan of the Coffee Hound Coffee Company (www.coffeehoundcoffeeco.com), our “Pines Premier” roast coffee is delivered to your campsite or cabin every morning. Simply leave your mug or tumbler on your picnic table by 6:30 AM and our team will fill it for you with our fine fresh brew. Coffee is simply too important to mess around with. Howard Shultz once said, “I was taken by the power that savoring a simple cup of coffee can have to connect people and create community.” As you sip your delicious coffee at camp this summer, enjoy it with your spouse, enjoy it with a new friend or enjoy it with your devotions. We hope that, as with everything else this week, you will enjoy your Pines coffee and all that goes with it. 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. Rounds 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 digital device by visiting our “Word of Life Pines” Facebook page. BIBLE INSTITUTE TOURS Tours of the Bible Institute are available daily at 2:00 PM. Please sign in at the Bible Institute Welcome Center. LANDRY’S LAUNDRY If you find yourself in need of a washing machine and/or dryer, Landry’s Laundry is located next to Lewis Lodge. You can even check to see if a machine is available before you even make the walk over! Just visit: laundryview.com/wordoflife . PINES PRAYER WALK For all prayer warriors and those who are stirred to pray for the campground, please enjoy our Pines Prayer Walk. Take a walk through the beautiful Pines property and lift up your requests to the Lord. You will find 11 Stations on yellow signs throughout the campground, starting with Station One at the entrance to the Lewis Lodge. More Info:

• 11 Stations around the campground • Prayers to read for different areas • Map on the back of each station • Each station guides you where to go next

HOURS OF OPERATION FRONT DESK Sunday:

QUIET HOURS 10:30 PM-6:30 AM

2:00 PM-10:00 PM Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM-10:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM

POOL HOURS Sunday: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1:00 PM-9:00 PM Wednesday: 1:00 PM-7:00 PM KIDDIE POOL HOURS Sunday: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM Monday – Friday: 1:00 PM-7:00 PM CLIMBING TOWER Monday – Friday: 2:00-5:00 PM HIGH ROPES COURSE Monday – Friday: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM

CAMP STORE Sunday: 2:00 PM-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 PM-8:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM 1:00 PM-9:00 PM

Wednesday, Friday: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM 1:00 PM-7:00 PM

PROGRAM LOCATIONS

NURSERY (0-3 YEARS) Namie’s Nursery

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

KIDS (4-12 YEARS) Gower Gazebo

ADULTS (ALL AGES) Meeting House

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• The Pines is a Smoke, Drug, and Alcohol-Free Campus; Smoking is not permitted anywhere on property. • 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 wear 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. 2023 SUMMER WEEKS

2024 SUMMER WEEKS • June 16–22 / Bryan Osborne • June 23–29 / Nicolas Ellen • June 30–July 6 / Phil Tuttle • July 7–13 / Chris Katulka • July 14–20 / Ray Pritchard • July 21–27 / Erwin Lutzer • July 28–August 3 / Phil Moser • August 4–10 / Mark Bailey • August 11–16 / John Barnett

• June 18–24 / Dwight Peterson • June 25–July 1 / HB Charles • July 2–8 / Todd Adams • July 9–15 / Richard Blackaby • July 16–22 / Ray Pritchard • July 23–29 / Erwin Lutzer • July 30–August 5 / Joseph Stowell • August 6–12 / Corey Abney • August 13–18 / John Barnett

POOL RULES

FOR YOUR SAFETY The pool at Word of Life Pines is not supervised by a lifeguard. In place of on-site supervision, this facility has established a series of safeguards 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 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.

• Pickleball * • Mini Golf * • 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 • High Ropes Course • 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

• Jet Skiing / $45 – Lakeside • Various Cruises / $15 – Lakeside

• Water Skiing & Wakeboarding** / $30 – Lakeside (**Please see the Front Desk to reserve a spot for this activity) • Tubing / $30 – Lakeside • Paddleboarding / $10 – Lakeside • Kayaking / $10 – Lakeside

OTHER ACTIVITIES • Crafting with Cheryl (Wednesday) / $10 – Perkins' Porch • Bible Journaling with Jenny (Thursday) / $5 – Perkins' Porch • Trail Rides (Wednesday/Thursday) / $40 – The Ranch

*SIGN UP FOR PROGRAMMED SPORTS TOURNAMENTS LIKE VOLLEYBALL, THREE-ON-THREE BASKETBALL, AND CORNHOLE AT THE FRONT DESK THE DAY BEFORE THE EVENT TO SECURE YOUR SPOT! SIGN-UPS WILL CLOSE THE DAY OF THE EVENT AT THE SCHEDULED START TIME.

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 7:30-8:15 PM at Meeting House

OPTIONAL SEMINAR 9:00 AM at Meeting House John Collins - Three principles to build rock solid kids

ICE CREAM SUNDAES (DONATION ACCEPTED) 8:15 PM at Lewis Lodge

COFFEE BREAK 10:00 AM at the 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

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

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

BREAKFAST 7:30-8:30 AM

INDOOR COOKOUT 5:30-6:30 PM at Lewis Lodge

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

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30-7:30 PM (If signed up)

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

MONDAY (CONTINUED)

TUESDAY (CONTINUED)

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

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

BEN & GERRY’S ICE CREAM SANDWICHES 8:30-9:15 PM at Darling Diamond

OASIS 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

OPTIONAL SEMINAR 9:00 AM at Meeting House Jon Lough – Can we trust our modern Bible and does it really matter?

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

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

COFFEE BREAK 10:00 AM at the Snack Shack

TUESDAY

SESSION 2 11:00 AM at the Meeting House

COFFEE RUN 6:30-7:30 AM

LUNCH 12:00-1:15 PM

LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY "STRENGTHENING YOUR HEART IN THE LORD" 7:00 AM at Meeting House

FAMILY FUN DAY 2:30-4:30 PM on the Front Lawn

ILLUSIONIST SHOW WITH JEREMY BIESECKER 4:30 PM at the Meeting House

BREAKFAST 7:30-8:30 AM

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

DINNER 5:30-6:30 PM

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30-7:30 PM (If signed up)

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

DAILY SCHEDULE

TUESDAY (CONTINUED)

WEDNESDAY (CONTINUED)

FAMILY GAME SHOW 7:30-8:15 PM at Meeting House

OASIS 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

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

OPTIONAL SEMINAR 9:00 AM at Meeting House Dave Peterson – Think your way through the Old Testament

MISSIONARY MIXER 8:30-9:30 PM at Perkins' Porch

COFFEE BREAK 10:00 AM at the Snack Shack

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

SESSION 3 11:00 AM at Meeting House

WEDNESDAY

LUNCH 12:00-1:15 PM

COFFEE RUN 6:30-7:30 AM

ALUMNI GATHERING 2:00-3:00 PM at the Bible Institute

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

HIKING TRIP TO MOUNT SEVERANCE 2:00-5:00 PM (Sign up at the Front Desk)

BREAKFAST 7:30-8:30 AM

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

CRAFTING WITH CHERYL 2:00-4:00 PM at Perkins' Porch

FINANCIAL AWARENESS WORKSHOP 3:45-4:30 PM at Saranac Game Room

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

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

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT 4:00-5:00 PM at the Volleyball Courts

WEDNESDAY (CONTINUED)

THURSDAY (CONTINUED)

DINNER 5:30-6:30 PM

BREAKFAST 7:30-8:30 AM

ALL CAMP PRAYER MEETING 6:30-7:00 PM at Picnic Grove

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

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30-7:30 PM (If signed up)

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

NAMIE'S NURSERY DROP OFF 6:45 PM

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

CAMPFIRE SERVICE 7:00-8:00 PM at the Campfire Site

OASIS 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

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

OPTIONAL SEMINAR 9:00 AM at Meeting House Brian Baker - The Humility of a Leader

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

COFFEE BREAK 10:00 AM at the Snack Shack

THURSDAY

SESSION 4 11:00 AM at Meeting House

COFFEE RUN 6:30-7:30 AM

LUNCH 12:00-1:15 PM

LADIES' BIBLE STUDY "EXPLORING THE BLESSING OF LAMENT" 7:00 AM at Meeting House

DAILY SCHEDULE

FR I DAY

THURSDAY (CONTINUED)

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

COFFEE RUN 6:30-7:30 AM

BREAKFAST 7:30-8:30 AM

BIBLE JOURNALING WITH JENNY 2:00-4:00 PM at Perkins' Porch

MORNING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 8:30-9:30 AM (if signed up)

3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT 3:00-4:00 PM at the Basketball Court

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

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

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

DINNER – STEAK NIGHT 5:30-6:30 PM

OASIS 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30-7:30 PM (If signed up)

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

HUSKIES GAMING TOURNAMENT 7:30-9:00 PM at the Meeting House

COFFEE BREAK 10:00 AM at the Snack Shack

CHOCOLATE DIPPED WAFFLE CONES WITH SPECIALTY FLAVORED ICE CREAM 8:30-9:15 PM at Lewis Lodge

SESSION 5 11:00 AM at Meeting House

LUNCH 12:00-1:15 PM

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

FRIDAY (CONTINUED)

SATURDAY (CONTINUED)

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT 2:00-4:00 PM at the Tennis Court

CAMPSITE CHECKOUT 12:00 PM

*SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

BIBLE INSTITUTE INFORMATION SESSION 4:00-5:00 PM at Meeting House

** FOR UPDATES ON SCHEDULE CHANGES, STOP BY THE FRONT DESK TO SIGN UP FOR TEXT ALERTS

DINNER 5:30-6:30 PM

EVENING FIREWOOD DELIVERY 6:30-7:30 PM (if signed up)

RODEO 7:00-8:00 PM at the Ranch

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

QUIET HOUR 10:30 PM

SATURDAY

COFFEE RUN 6:30-7:30 AM

BREAKFAST 7:30-9:00 AM

CABIN CHECKOUT 10:00 AM

CHECKOUT

SATURDAY MORNING Checkout is at 10:00 AM for cabins and 12:00 Noon 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.

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