Greetings,

We are looking for short-term mission teams (construction) for 2012.  We have a great need to finish our church and second floor Leadership Training Center.  Open dates year round, just keep in mind our summer months are January - March and can reach 100 degeees.

If anyone would be interested please contact me at; betesdaministriesperu@gmail.com

Tying steel, laying brick, mixing cement, sanding, painting and electrical work.

Teams would be housed in a hotel located in the city of Piura, 15 mins. away from our church.  Most meals would be provided on site.  Your cost would be $55 a day (hotel, meals and transportation), plus 1/2 day of sightseeing.

If you cannot commit to a team for next year, but still would like to help in someway.  You can send an offering to;

ELIM FELLOWSHIP

1703 DALTON ROAD

LIMA, NY  14485

Please enclose a note; "Preferred for the ministry of Jon Edwards/Peru Bldg. Fund"

Betesda Lifeline Network

Betesda Ministries

"Real people, serving a real God, making a real difference"

Deployed to Afghanistan as Chaplain with my unit in support of Operation Enduring Freedom 23 MARCH 2010. 

Recently returned home on MARCH 2011. So grateful to be back with family again!

Was recently named "Alumnus of The Year" during Regent University's 2011 Commencement

Currently serving as Project Reintegration Officer for our Virginia Army National Guard Unit, 529th Combat Sustainment Support Batallion, Virginia Beach, VA

Currently serving as Chaplain for the 529th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion.

Please pray for our soldiers and their families as we re-integrate into life in the United States after living in the desert of Western Afghanistan in tents for 12 months

Thank you and God Bless You!

Brett

What is the... Underground

The focus of the (The Underground) workshop is not just about strategies to stop acting out behaviors but on understanding the individual wounds and thought patterns that drive them. We seek to help men grow emotionally and spiritually. It is only in a relationship with Christ that any of us can truly and fully heal!
The workshop format is flexible, depending on the needs of the group (which can range from 12 to 18 men). It also includes a mixture of lectures, group discussions, clinical as well as biblical information, therapist/clients interaction and individual reflection time and assignments (see our FAQ's for more information). Participants may break into two groups, with each group led by a trained facilitator. Robb Horner, MA is the primary workshop presenter. Anthony
Trader, MSW also participates in workshop sessions and as a group leader.
At the The Underground Workshop, sponsored by Life Counseling Center, you will learn about the spiritual, emotional, and physical basis for addiction. You will be helped to understand the inter-relationship between sexual sin, bondage, and addiction. You will learn all of this in the context of a supportive clinical/Christian environment, surrounded by men who understand your struggle, because they have been there themselves!
Most importantly, you will leave with not only a new resolve and hope, but also a practical plan for recovery!

FACTS:

When: March 18th thru the 20th, 2010

Where specifically is the workshop held?

The workshop is held in Easton, MD at either a retreat center or local hotel offering conference room facilities. If you're flying, the destination is the Baltimore Washington International airport (code BWI).

What is the cost of the workshop and what does it include?
The affordable fee covers all lodging and meals for the duration of the workshop except for a Friday evening meal that all will attend at a quality local restaurant. Also, the fee does not reflect an increase iin price should the workshop have to be held in a hotel.

How long is the workshop?
The workshop starts on Thursday morning at 8:45 AM and ends on Saturday afternoon at 5:00 PM.

I can't afford the workshop fee. Is there any way I can still
come?
We don't want financial issues to keep people from getting the help they need, and we do our best to work with a participant's situation. Half of the workshop fee is due up-front and the remainder
can be put on a no-interest payment plan spread over a 2 to 4 month period.

Is the cost covered by insurance?
Life Counseling Center does not bill insurance. Each participant is responsible for paying the workshop fee. Insurance companies usually cite two reasons for not covering the cost of the workshop: It
doesn't take place in a hospital setting, and we don't assign a specific diagnosis to participants.

What is the transfer or cancellation policy?
The deposit is non-refundable in the event you cancel your registration.You may transfer to the next available workshop without penalty provided you notify us at least two weeks before the start
of your originally scheduled workshop. If you transfer within two weeks of the start date, you'll incur a transfer penalty. No refund is given if you fail to notify us that you won't be attending, if you withdraw from the workshop early, if you're asked to leave a workshop, or if you complete the workshop.

How will I get from the airport to the conference site?
LCC does not offer shuttle service from the BWI airport at this time. Consequently, you will need to rent a car to arrive in Easton, MD. It is about a 50-minute drive.

Do I have to be referred by a therapist?
In general, anyone who seeks recovery from his or her sexual addiction or co-addiction may attend a Healing Workshop. You don't have to be referred by a therapist. A participant, though, must be free from suicidal impulses, psychosis, and active alcohol and drug addiction. You must be able to self-regulate and maintain psychological stability while doing intensive work. If you have doubts about whether the workshop is an appropriate setting for you, please discuss your situation with Robb Horner, MA, director of LCC's The Underground workshops.

What is the dress code?
The dress code for the weekend is definitely casual - jeans, jogging suits, shorts, etc. Because of the nature of the workshop, we pay special attention to requiring dress that's appropriate
for our sensitive setting. So again, please dress casual but appropriate.

Can I use my cell phone?
In order to keep your focus on your healing process, we strongly discourage phone calls. If you call home, it's easy to get sidetracked into an upsetting conversation. Alert loved ones that
you've arrived safely and remind them you're not available except in a genuine emergency. We're glad to keep your cell phone to help you avoid contacting someone you shouldn't.
Although we discourage it, some people choose to check their work voicemail once a day. Remember, it's to your advantage to eliminate distractions during the workshop.

Workshop Fee?
The Underground Workshop is now $995.00 (was $1,200.00) Workshop prices are subject to change without notice. Deposit: $400.00 non-refundable (was $500.00)
The deposit may be transferred to the next workshop if necessary.
A $100 change fee may be charged if a transfer is requested within two weeks of the originally scheduled workshop.
Included: All lodging and meals (except optional ones before or after a workshop and the Friday evening meal)
Payment Methods: Check, check card or credit card (Visa or MasterCard)
Payment Plans: Half the total workshop fee is due before the first day of the workshop. A no-interest payment plan can be arranged for the balance (usually 2-4 monthly payments)

www.lifecounsel.org

Spring '10 BASIC Conference - April 9-11, 2010

On April 9-11, 2010, gather with hundreds of other students from dozens of universities across the Northeast to passionately pursue God! Joining us as the headline speaker and worship leader is Pastor Christopher Hopper from New Life Christian Church.

Christopher Hopper is the adrenaline gland of the body of Christ. As a recording artist, record producer, author, and young adult pastor, Christopher travels internationally each year speaking and performing for schools, churches, and conferences with a message of hope for this generation. His various entrepreneurial and academic interests perpetuate his desire to have a positive impact on world culture and to inspire people to lead meaningful lives. Conference is held in Syracuse, NY at the Holiday Inn - Liverpool.

We are currently looking to purchase a sound system for our church. We are a new Elim Fellowship plant in Elmira NY, and until now, our church has been meeting in our home. Currently, we are not able to house any more people at our home, we are full. At this time, we have been given an opportunity to move into Washington Avenue School, which is in the heart of the city of Elmira. The Auditorium does not have a sound system or screen. If anyone knows of a system that is available, please contact Pastor Randy Jackson at (607)796-9660 or email me at frontlineministries365@yahoo.com  . Thank You for helping in this matter....

My church is in desparate need of musical equipment.  If you have anything you can donate please contact me at

Rev. Terrence Kelley
10044 Rt. 337
Tidioute, PA 16351

814-730-0315

For Sale: a book by Bob Rulewicz entitled--Your Leadership Style Matters: 16 Warning Signs That Your Leadership Is Becoming Cultic. For more information just follow the link below:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Your-Leadership-Style-Matters/128223977217237?ref=ts

We are always looking for more laborers to come and help us in the ministry here in Guam. Pray about joining us!

Rob and Allison have been involved in church planting and ministry development in the Pacific Islands since 1988. Together with their 5 children they have pioneered ministries in Micronesia in remote places such as Kiribati and Nauru. Since 1995 they have been based on Guam with a practical ministry focus and an emphasis on restoring broken lives and recovery from addictions.

They currently pastor a growing church called ZION FELLOWSHIP and lead a team of 18 staff working in several ministries. The OASIS COUNSELING CENTER, has 12 beds for women to find freedom in Christ as they overcome addictions, homelessness and other life-controlling problems. Women may stay up to 6 months in the Oasis homes while they receive counseling, prayer-therapy and case management support in their journey of recovery. The READY-2-WORK Project has helped many individuals with disabilities gain work experience and jobs. The Second Chance Shop is a place where people come for prayer and affordable used clothing. The Prevention Project this year has been gaining tremendous favor in the community with the REAL STORIES DVD Project. They are now expanding their reach into Japan as they are now overseeing a new church in Hiroshima.

In 2008, they established a Missionary-in-Training INTERNSHIP Project. Several interns have gained practical ministry skills and if they qualify, can even become certified as a substance abuse counselor. Pioneering ministries requires a lot of help so please pray for more anointed laborers for this work.

We recently have established an exciting intership program that allows indivuduals to come and serve for up to 2 years in practical ministries. We have special areas of focus that include administration, bookkeeping, counseling, prayer ministry, inner healing and youth mentoring. Through special grants with Americorps and Vista we even have stipends available for those who apply and serve with us.

Guam is a US Territory near Japan that is a tremendous stepping stone to reach Asia, and Pacific Island nations. Pray about joining us!