Hello,

A Message from Our 2005/2006 Moderator:

I Still need you. You still need me. God is at work in our midst.

Some of you had the same privilege I had in May when GBC @ Willow Valley hosted a "Day Away'" for the "North of 55" gang. While I'm not officially north of 55 I snuck in to watch the mature crowd in the NAF drink in a day of fun, fellowship and inspiration. We need to honor our ministry people in our local churches who, in most cases, built the ministry (and probably the building too) that you now enjoy. We have tried to honor our Seniors at our church, but what they had opportunity to experience at WV was exceptional. Here was an opportunity for the NAF to do something no local church could accomplish alone. If your folks didn't get to this year's experience plan on next year. It's great.

Now that summer is here, camp has been a great part of how NAF churches can come together and help one another. I hope you and your church took advantage of this 'together' opportunity. Camp Conquest only happens when volunteer staff come together to help. I've heard from so many adults that camp does more for them then they do for the kids. We need you.

Of course there is BNYC for teens and EQUIP for adults. Check out the details.

One last thought. We have a few GBC's in our NAF who are struggling either financially, or because of pastoral transitions, or they are a new church-plant that needs resources and encouragement. Could your local congregation reach out to someone close to you over the summer months and give time, money or prayer support to specific needs? We all have needs, but when we forget ourselves and focus on others, God always takes care of us.

Remember, we need each other. Have a great summer.

L. T. Humberd, NAF Moderator