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Mbps * Internet up to 24 getnorthland.com/spring Switch and get FREE INSTALLATION! *Limited time offer. Internet speeds are approximate. May require credit check, deposit and/or payment by credit card. Equip. necessary for some services. Service and speeds may not available in all areas. See getnorthland.com/offers for details. up to Equip necessary for so or s credi ecessary fo it ca p. n ard. Equip d South Mountain Christian Camp Receives a Gift of Faith When our entire high ropes course was destroyed by lightning last summer, I received something special from God—a gift of faith. I didn't receive that faith because I was so spiritual or even worthy. I believe it was simply because God knew what He wanted to accomplish, and He knew that I needed that faith in order to fall into obedience to His plan. As a result, I had complete confidence that God would provide the $47,000 needed to rebuild the course. I just didn't know how He would do it. Armed with faith from God, I pursued every avenue that presented itself as a possibility for funding. Individual donations, church contributions, fundraising events, business sponsorships, grants, and even donations of building materials were all possibilities. I contacted the media, printed flyers, sent emails, and even built a 3D model of our plans for the new course. I shared our story with anyone who was willing to listen. But six months into the process, we had raised less than $5,000. That's when Jesus took control, and the unexpected happened. Just as doubt was starting to creep into my mind that the course would be built by this summer, I received a brief email from a couple of our supporters, Gary and Vesta Edmonds. It said that they would fund the remaining cost of the project! I was overwhelmed. I had to read the email four times before I could believe it. When I shared the news with our staff, the office was filled with shouts of delight and tears of joy. The Lord had answered our prayers! It came suddenly, and it wasn't the way I imagined it would happen, but that's just how God works. We're now in the process of clearing a small patch of land and arranging for installation of the 60-foot utility poles that will be the framework for the tower. It's an exciting time, and even more exciting because we know that it's all coming about through the hand of God. Now our focus can turn to raising the $65,000 needed for camper scholarships this year. I can't wait to see what God does next! It seemed like a good idea, but I had no idea how to make it happen. The builder for our new high ropes course tower was suggesting that I try contacting some local businesses to arrange for the delivery and installation of the 60-foot utility poles. "I can make the arrangements myself," he explained, "but if you contact somebody local, you might get a better deal since you're a non-profit." It made sense, of course, but I didn't know of anyone who could do a job like this. Then I remembered that camp founder O.A. Fish knew someone who worked with Duke Power. I asked O.A. for the number, jotted it down on a scrap of paper, and gave the man a call. "Well, Duke can't do it for you," he said, "but you should call Pike Electric." He gave me a contact at Pike, so I wrote that number down and called him. "I can't do a job like that," he said, "but you should try C.F. Reese." He gave me the number for Reese, and I called. "I don't have a source for poles," he explained, "but I know somebody who might be able to help." At this point I looked down at the scrap of paper upon which I'd been scribbling all these numbers. God is in this, I realized. I wrote out this fourth phone number with more confidence. I knew this was no rabbit trail. God was leading me somewhere. I dialed the number with high expectations. "I can't help you," was the response, "but you should try Camp Electric." Undeterred, I dialed the number he provided. "Sure, I can do that job," Jason Camp explained. "Can you send me the exact specifications?" Within a few days, I had a quote for purchase, delivery, and installation. When I passed the quote along to our ropes course builder, he called me almost immediately. "This is remarkable," he said. "I was expecting twice this amount. It is really a blessing to be a part of a project like this." To see how you can help, visit http://www.southmountainchristiancamp. org/. OUR 22 nd YEAR • ISSUE NO. 14 • APRIL 3, 2014 RutherfordWeekly.com 828-248-1408 FREE FREE RUTHERFORD COUNTY'S FAVORITE NEWSPAPER About 38% of the population is eligible to donate blood; however, only 3% actually do. The American Red Cross is encouraging individuals to join those who have stepped up to help save lives by donating blood or platelets. Fri., April 4 at Big Spring Baptist Church; 534 Big Springs Baptist Church Road, Ellenboro. 2:30-7pm. For appoint- ment call Anne 828-245-5061. Thurs., April 10 at Isothermal Community College; Highway 74 West, Spindale. 10am-3pm. For appointment call 1-800-733-2767. Fri., April 11 at Forest City Fire Department; 186 South Church St., Forest City. 1-5:30pm. For appointment: www.redcross- blood.org (Sponsor Code: FCFD). Mon., April 14 at Ellenboro Fire Department; 175 Depot Street, Ellenboro 4-8:30pm. For appoint- ment call 828-453-7444. Article provided by: Jen Collins SMCC Guest Group Coordinator Article provided by: Jen Collins SMCC Guest Group Coordinator Executive Director at South Mountain Christian Camp in Bostic, Steve Collins, refl ects on life at Camp and how the ministry makes an impact. Ruther ford Regional Calls For Teen Volunteers Ruther ford Regional Calls For Teen Volunteers R u t h e r f o r d Regional Health System (RRHS) is now taking applications for its 2014 Summer Teen Volunteer Program. Deadline for applications is April 30. The program is open to students who are rising eighth graders or older. The program begins June 24 and ends August 8. Teens also may volunteer during the school year on teacher's work days and holidays with permission. In order to be a teen volunteer, applicants must have maintained a good school record, including grades, conduct and attendance; have good references; express an interest in a medical field career; be dependable and willing to accept responsibilities; be capable of working independently without close, constant supervision; be available most of the summer; and have a flexible schedule. Additionally, new teen volunteers are required to attend a two-hour orientation. Suzanne Holtzclaw, director of volunteer services at RRHS, explained, "Having been a teen volunteer myself, I understand the great value and reward volunteering provides for both the teen and Rutherford Regional. Our teen volunteer program allows students the opportunity to gain 'real world' work experience in a field they may one day pursue as a career." Teen volunteer opportunities include Nurse Helper, Radiology Transporter, Outpatient Services Assistant and Dietary Assistant. Teens are required to devote a minimum of four hours a week for a total of 28 hours for the seven-week program. Returning teen volunteers are given priority in selecting the type of job they would like for the summer. New applicants are assigned based on the days and hours they are available and on their job choices. Volunteer hours are from 8 a.m. to noon and noon to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications for the program may be obtained at your teen's school or by emailing Holtzclaw at Suzanne.holtzclaw@rutherfordregional.com. More information about volunteer opportunities at RRHS can be found at http://www. myrutherfordregional.com/Volunteer. Article provided by: Matt Webber Article provided by: Matt Webber Rutherford Regional Health System Rutherford Regional Health System GRANDFATHER GRANDFATHER CLOCK RAFFLE CLOCK RAFFLE Tickets available at the Habitat ReStore in Forest City. Windsor cherry fi nish. Moon Phase. Beveled glass. Plays Westminster melody. 83 3/4" x 20 3/4" x 12 1/2" Tickets $5 each or 3 for $10 or 7 for $20. Only 250 tickets will be sold. Proceeds benefi t RHP and Habitat for Humanity Rutherford County. Drawing held May 2. For more information, please call 828-245-1698. SMALL TOWN SMALL TOWN FRIENDLY FRIENDLY 369 Butler Rd., Forest City 828.248.1408 rutherfordweekly.com B I G T I M E T I M E R E S U LTS R E S U LTS Mountain Village Mountain Village Chalets & Cabins Chalets & Cabins ~FOR RENT~ ~FOR RENT~ 1 to 5 Bedrooms All Have Hot Tubs & Fireplaces 950 Main St. Chimney Rock, NC 704-472-3100 704-482-4888 704-472-5219

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