1ST ANNUAL BEFC FAMILY CAMP
Dig out your tents and campers and join your BEFC family for our 1st Annual Family Camp.  We will be camping at Big Oaks Campground, located between Becker and Monticello.  We are camping August 27-29.  The cost on average is $20 per night per camping unit.  Big Oaks is a clean family friendly campground that offers shaded camping sites with water and electric hook ups.  Each site has a picnic table and fire ring with cooking grate.  The sites we have reserved are close to the clean showers/flush toilets.  Big Oaks offers an outdoor heated swimming pool, a separate kiddie wading pool, a playground, baseball field, volleyball courts, half court basketball, and numerous horse shoe pits.  Deadline to sign up is Sunday, August 1.  For more info or to sign up, contact Lisa Bruska.
 
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY HELP

BEFC BAPTISM
All family, friends, and persons of BEFC are invited to celebrate the public profession of faith as expressed in baptism for 20 people of our church family.  The service will start at 5 pm at the home of Tom & Mary Fallgren (11843 37th Street - Clear Lake).  Following the service we'll share in a potluck dinner.  Please bring the following according to your last name:  A-I (main dish) - J-O (salad/side) - P-Z (dessert).  It is also suggested that you bring a lawn chair or blanket.  Following the meal there will be a time for games, gab, and goggles (bring your own goggles, life jackets, floaties, etc. for the pool).
 
1ST ANNUAL BEFC FAMILY CAMP

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Valleyfair
When: Wednesday, June 16
Time: 8:30 am to 10:00 pm
Cost: $25
Registration Deadline: June 13
For middle and high school students.
Open to families! Drivers needed!!
(driver’s ticket is paid for—you pay parking and supply vehicle/gas)
Load/Departure: 8:30 am at Tennis Courts* Return by 10 pm
Bring money for food, OR pack a lunch (we’ll have coolers). Don't forget the sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, towel and a modest one-piece swimsuit. Students will be instructed before departure about check-in location and times with the leaders to make sure everyone is well and accounted for.

INTERESTED IN BAPTISM
At BEFC we practice “believer’s baptism” - meaning:  Upon your profession of faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior we baptize you.  If you are interested in following the example of Jesus in being baptized  contact Pastor Dave.  Baptismal Service will be held Sunday evening, July 11at 5pm.  Home of Tom & Mary Fallgren.  Followed by potluck supper and family swim.  This is open to all families to come and support the people being baptized. 
 
HAITI TEAM 3 DEDICATION

INTERESTED IN BAPTISM
At BEFC we practice “believer’s baptism” - meaning:  Upon your profession of faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior we baptize you.  If you are interested in following the example of Jesus in being baptized  contact Pastor Dave.  Baptismal Service will be held Sunday evening, July 11at 5pm.  Home of Tom & Mary Fallgren.  Followed by potluck supper and family swim. 
 
SFT COLORADO WHITEWATER ADVENTURE
10  of our men, including Pastor Dave, are returning from a weekend Whitewater Raft trip today.  We are happy to have Pastor Dan Osborn with us again to fill in for Pastor Dave.  Welcome Dan.
 
FAMILY BONFIRE BASH

INTERESTED IN BAPTISM
At BEFC we practice “believer’s baptism” - meaning:  Upon your profession of faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior we baptize you.  If you are interested in following the example of Jesus in being baptized  contact Pastor Dave.  Baptismal Service will be held Sunday evening, July 11at 5pm.  Home of Tom & Mary Fallgren.  Followed by potluck supper and family swim. 
 
SFT COLORADO WHITEWATER ADVENTURE

INTERESTED IN BAPTISM
At BEFC we practice “believer’s baptism” - meaning:  Upon your profession of faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior we baptize you.  If you are interested in following the example of Jesus in being baptized  contact Pastor Dave.  Baptismal Service will be held Sunday evening, July 11at 5pm.  Home of Tom & Mary Fallgren.  Followed by potluck supper and family swim. 
 
HAITI TEAM 4
We have reserved 2 extra airplane tickets for our missions trip to Haiti in January.  Two were added to the team this past week.  Interested?  Talk to Pastor Dave.
 
SFT COLORADO WHITEWATER ADVENTURE

INTERESTED IN BAPTISM
At BEFC we practice “believer’s baptism” - meaning:  Upon your profession of faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior we baptize you.  If you are interested in following the example of Jesus in being baptized  contact Pastor Dave.  Baptismal Service will be held Sunday evening, July 11at 5pm.  Home of Tom & Mary Fallgren.  Followed by potluck supper and family swim. 
 
HAITI TEAM 4

INTERESTED IN BAPTISM
At BEFC we practice “believer’s baptism” - meaning:  Upon your profession of faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior we baptize you.  If you are interested in following the example of Jesus in being baptized  contact Pastor Dave.  Baptismal Service will be held Sunday evening, July 11at 5pm.  Home of Tom & Mary Fallgren.  Followed by potluck supper and family swim. 
 
PASTORAL TEAM
PT meets tomorrow evening—7pm—office.
 
NEW SERMON SERIES
This morning Pastor Dave begins a new sermon series entitled “Christian Legends.”This morning we begin looking at the first of 10 things most Christians believe.  But are they true? 
 
FINAL DISCIPLE U

PRACTICAL ATHEISM—Believing in God but living as if He doesn’t exist
#1 - I believe in God but I don’t really fear Him
#2 - I believe in God but I don’t want to go overboard
#3 -  I believe in God but I often trust in money
Today:  I believe in God but I don’t really know him
 
HAITI TEAM 4
Haiti Team 4 applications and deposits are due this Saturday,  May 15.  Trip Date:  January 24-31, 2011.  Contact Pastor Dave
 
WEEKEND MEN’S WHITEWATER RAFT EXCURSION

HAITI TEAM 4
We’re beginning the process of putting together Haiti Team 4—January 2011  Contact Pastor Dave for an application.  $140 deposit due May 15.
 
MEN’S SPIRITUAL FORMATION TEAM
Men’s SFT team tomorrow evening—7pm—church office.  Second session of our Manly Man’s Conference with Jimmie Bratcher, David Murrow and Mark Gungor.
 
PAINTBALL PALOOZA
Any adult who can help with transporting teens for Paintball Palooza on Sunday, May 2 and would enjoy taking aim with a paintball marker should contact Pastor Chris ASAP.  See Youth Yak for more information.  Registration deadline is today.
 
BEFC GARAGE SALE FOR HAITI

NEW SERMON SERIES
Pastor Dave begins a new sermon series this morning entitled THE CHRISTIAN ATHEIST. 
Believing in God but living as if he doesn’t exist.
 
HAITI TEAM 4
We’re beginning the process of putting together Haiti Team 4—January 24-31, 2011.  (note new date…)  Contact Pastor Dave for an application.  Inquiry meeting this afternoon  3pm - Van Wingerden home.
 
WOMEN’S PRAYER
Van Wingerden’s 7:30 this evening.
 
MARRIAGE SURVIVAL CAMP
Pastor Dave and Cherie will be leading our BEFC Marriage Survival Camp Apr. 16-18 at Shamineau.  12 Couples will be enjoying a weekend away.  Pastor Chris will be speaking at BEFC in Dave’s absence.
 
MANLY MAN’S CONFERENCE

HAITI TEAM 4
We’re beginning the process of putting together Haiti Team 4—January 24-31, 2011.  (note new date…)  Contact Pastor Dave for an application.  Inquiry meeting next Sunday, April 11 - 3pm - Van Wingerden home.
 
MARRIAGE SURVIVAL CAMP
Pastor Dave and Cherie will be leading our BEFC Marriage Survival Camp Apr. 16-18 at Shamineau.  13 Couples will be enjoying a weekend away.  Pastor Chris will be speaking at BEFC in Dave’s absence.
 
MANLY MAN’S CONFERENCE

CHILDREN’S CHURCH
Children K-3rd grade will meet in room 500 for the entire church service for a Spring party.
 
CHILD DEDICATION
This morning we have the privilege of dedicating ourselves to the task of creating a desire in two of our children for Jesus:  Tess Brown and  Ainsley Petroske.  Next week will dedicate 5 more of our children.  BEFC is Children!
 
LOVE, MARRIAGE & STINKING THINKING! -  Marriage Survival Camp 2010
April 16-18 at Camp Shamineau.  Must know today if you are attending!  Contact Pastor Dave...
 
PASTORAL TEAM
The next PT will be Monday evening 7pm at the Church Office
 
ADULT DISCIPLE U CLASS

PASTOR DAVE & CHERIE RETURNING FROM HAITI
Pastor Dave & Cherie will be returning from Haiti on Tuesday.  Pastor Dave has been invited to speak in place of Tom Osbeck at the Feed My Starving Children Banquet in Chicago on Friday, March. 12 and will have a lot to share with us next Sunday!
Haiti Team 3– June 21-28 (Full!)
Haiti Team 4—Feb.  14-21, 2011 (Open!)
Why go to Haiti?  To see the world as Jesus sees the world—to have your heart broken with the things that break the heart of God—to frame your world view—to assist the Ministry of Jesus in Haiti Ministries.
 
CHILD DEDICATION
Two Child Dedication services will be held Sunday, March 21, and 28.  Contact Pastor Dave if interested or have questions.
 
LOVE, MARRIAGE & STINKING THINKING! -  Marriage Survival Camp 2010

BEFC HAITI MISSIONS TEAM TWO—FEB. 17-26
Welcome home Team 2!   Pastor Dave & Cherie will remain in Haiti to assist missionary Tom Osbeck and attend the JiHM Board meeting.  They will return Mar. 9.  Pastor Dave has been invited to speak in place of Tom Osbeck at the Feed My Starving Children Banquet in Chicago on Friday, March. 12.
Haiti Team 3– June 21-28 (Full!)
Haiti Team 4—Feb.  14-21, 2011 (Open!)
Why go to Haiti?  To see the world as Jesus sees the world—to have your heart broken with the things that break the heart of God—to frame your world view—to assist the Ministry of Jesus in Haiti Ministries.
 
SPEAKING THE NEXT WEEK:
Pastor Dan Osborn from Elim Care in Princeton will be filling in for Pastor Dave next Sunday.
 
CHILD DEDICATION