Fellowship Messenger

2011-2012 FELLOWSHIP MESSENGER 1

FELLOWSHIPMESSENGER

Message from your ACR Chair

The Mission of CFO

2011-12 Office Budget

New Leaders

CFO Eternal

2011-2012

KINGDOM OF GODDISCOVERING THE

A PUBLICATION OFASSOCIATION OF CAMPS FARTHEST OUT, INC.


PrayerOutreach

Groups

Proverbs 11:25

In the Gospel story of Luke 5:1-11, Jesus, after preaching to the crowds along the shoreline,told Simon to put out into deep water and put down your nets. Simons first response wasto say, Master weve worked all night and weve caught nothing. Like Simon, CFOershave worked hard these past years only to see ACFOs outreach decrease. Simon, inobedience to Jesus command did go into the deep waters and lowered his nets. Resultswere so successful he had to call for help to get all the fish onto shore! CFO has been calledto go into the deep waters of listening prayer and lower our nets to reach people whoare in great need of discovering the Kingdom of God in their lives.

Call or email Charlie Grassl for more informationon starting your Prayer Outreach Group(817) 468-1553 [email protected]


At a mid-summer CFO, speaker Chris Cooperchallenged us in our vision of going farther out into theworld. While camps are a time of refreshment andpracticing Kingdom skills that will take us back into ourchurches ever-more engaged and alert, the program isfocused on prayerful transformation into the fullness ofabundant life in Christ. Chris believes the church needswhat CFO is learning about Transforming Love. Heasks, What if the way we are to equip for battle is topray and rest, to enjoy Him and listen to His voice?

As we engage in the work of corporate listening prayer, showing couragein challenging, reflecting and stepping out, I offer the suggestion of resting inGlenn Clarks exhortation to pray not for the results, but to get into the flowof what God is doing. And to be joyful and thankful in the work and in theplay.

Ruth SmaltACR Chair

What is God Doing?

Fellowship Messenger is published annually by Association of Camps Farthest Out, Inc. 2011, Association of Camps Farthest Out, Inc. All rights reserved.

Association of Camps Farthest Out, Inc. is a 501 (c)3 organizationNational office: 317 S. Madison Avenue, Watkins Glen, NY 14891

Phone: 607-535-4415 [email protected] www.acfona.org

This issue of Fellowship Messenger reflects our desire to refreshour materials, so you are encouraged and engaged even morein CFOs future. It is our goal that the mission of CFO be thefocus of our work and that Jesus Christ is the focus of our souls.

We hope you find this publication valuable in your relationshipto CFO and to others. Please let us know what you think and what youwould like to see in the future.

A NEW LOOK!

In His Name,The [email protected]


Drawing from the strengthand saving grace of JesusChrist, ACFO will search forGods will; through prayerrespond in love to all people;and seek to build up the Bodyof Christ here on earth.

THE MISSION OF CFO

THE PRAYER-FILLEDENVIRONMENTAs we have all discovered in a

variety of ways and circum-stances, it is very difficult todescribe or even talk about our CFOexperience with persons unfamiliarwith CFO. One of the reasons forthis is that we are describing anexperience of living in the Kingdomof God. Jesus himself used meta-phors to describe the Kingdom ofGod since human language, imagina-tion, and logic do not suffice inpainting a complete picture of theKingdom of God. But one thing isclear and complete from the wordsof Jesus. The Kingdom is nearand can be experienced in our livestoday. Its presence surrounds us andwe need only discover that presence.Its depth, width, and breath are suchthat we can never completelyexhaust its effects upon our spirituallives. Each of us, regardless of ourage or credentials continuously dis-cover the Kingdom of God as we

travel in our earthly pilgrimage towards thepromised spiritual union with God. CFOs Christ-centered program, when ledby the Holy Spirit, will help people discover theKingdom of God in their lives. But before theprogram is offered, it must be thoroughly bathedin prayer. The site chosen in prayer, the leader-ship chosen in prayer, the brochure written inprayer, the finances trusted in prayer, the siteprepared in prayer, the campers greeted inprayer, and the camp program presented inprayer! In this way the Council Ring provides aprayer-filled environment in which the Lord


interacts and touches each person in aunique and individual way. The camp willbecome love itself and not just anotherplace that only talks about love. For in theend it is not about the camp but about dis-covering Gods presence in all parts of ourlivesdiscovering what its like to live inHis Kingdom. We find His Kingdom whenwe are repeatedly pointed to Jesus. The words of our mission statementoffers us a simple way to invite people to aCFO event. In place of wearying themwith details of CFO history, explanations

of farthest out, and explaining that itsreally not a camp perhaps invitingthem to a place where they can discover theKingdom of God in their lives will be amore illuminating invitation.

THE ROLE OF THE COUNCILRINGWhat are the characteristics that

describe an effective Council Ring? Theyare the servants of God who prepare aplace for campers to be loved by God.They are the ones who pray prior, during,

THE MISSION OF CFO


and after the camp. They are the ones whochoose the camp leadership that points thepeople to Jesus. They are the ones whoencourage campers to be a source of out-reach in their local community. They arethe ones who work within their zone toenhance the vitality of all camps in theirzone.

Too often, in our churches or work ourfocus is on getting along. We continually

look for and try to eliminate the barriersbetween people. Instead, if we are able toaddress the barriers between people andGod the barriers between people wouldvanish as they find themselves unified in

their devotion and obedience to our Lord.With our eyes upon Jesus we are unable tosee the faults of others. In this way unityis expressed in the service of the CouncilRing, providing a prayer-filled environ-ment which is fertile soil for Gods Wordthat brings spiritual growth for all CFOers!

THE VITAL SIGNS OF A CFO CAMPTo assess our vitality, the doctor willmeasure outward signs such as blood

pressure, body temperature, and musclereflexes. These indicate whether our healthis good or bad. Similarly we can measurethe health of our camps by assessingoutward signs. Like our human vital signsthe camp vital signs are merely indicators,not proof of vitality. They give us areas tofocus our concerns and can be a guide tocreative solutions. Six outward signs of acamp were chosen. Four associated withthose who attend a camp or retreat: NewCampers; CFOers Returning to Camp;Youth & Children; and the Council Ring.The other two attributes are associated withoutreach: Attendance at an ACFO AnnualMeeting and the Number of Sponsored

The Council Ring prepares a placefor us to come and be loved by God

Providing a Christ-centered, HolySpirit-led program through whichpeople discover the Kingdom ofGod in the midst of todays world.


Events. Lets examine each of those attri-butes of camp vitality in more detail.

First time campers are a measure ofoutreach effectiveness. Some of thefactors influencing a person to attend theirfirst CFO camp are:1. A desire for spiritual growth.2. An expectation that the CFO program

and its leadership will provide anopportunity for spiritual growth.

3. Trust in a specific CFOer or in theorganization that CFO will provide asafe environment for spiritual growth.

4. A general knowledge and curiosityabout CFO and its ability to projectthe Kingdom of God into the event.

5. The event is affordable and accessibleto the individual.These influencing factors furnish valu-

able insight that can guide the presentationor the promotion of our CFO event. Themission statements emphasis upon discov-ering the Kingdom of God will speak to thedesire for spiritual growth and the Christ-centered, Holy Spirit led program pro-

vides assurance of what message can beexpected. Highlighting these aspects inpromotional material or in personal conver-sations are ways to attract first timeCFOers at your event. Provide them infor-mation that will meet their expectations orconcerns. A healthy goal for your camp isthat new campers account for 15% of thecamps total attendance.

CFOers who return to support ourevents are the foundation of our vitality.They form our donor base and are thesource of potential leaders in CFO. Inaddition they are the ministers within theKingdom and the face of CFO to the firsttime CFOers. Some of the factors thatinfluence a CFOer to return yearly to thescheduled events are:1. A consistent experience of unity and

fellowship with CFOers.

The vision & dream of ACFOis to reach 30,000 people

annually by the year 2020


2. The safe prayer-filled environment of aCFO event.

3. A continued sense of spiritual growthwhich brings freshness and joy to theirlife.

4. A sense of purpose and spiritual rele-vance that provides value to the CFOevent.

5. The event is affordable and accessible.

Council Rings should always prayprior, during, and after the event and in thatway ensure a safe prayer-filled environ-ment for the CFO event. The spiritualaspects of the event are of great signifi-cance to the CFOers decision to return andwill enhance the probability of their futureinvolvement in the larger world of ACFO.

One of the unique features of CFOevents is our capability to address the needsof a whole family. This intergenerationalministry is a feature that serves CFO well.Though there will always be a place forCFO events attended only by adults (due toscheduling during school times) it ishealthy to offer CFO events that provide anexperience for the whole family. Some ofthe factors that influence attendance ofyouth and children at a CFO event are:1. Trust in a specific CFOer or in the

organization that CFO will provide asafe environment for the spiritualgrowth of youth and children.

2. The event is affordable and accessible.3. Social networking (electronic & per-

sonal) between CFO youth & theirfriends.

4. Sponsored CFO events directed by andspecifically for the youth and youngadults of CFO.

Council Rings sponsoring events foran intergenerational audience should beprotective of the spiritual environment for

Dont just invite themto attend your camp Invite them to discover the Kingdom of Godin their lives.


The effectiveness of the camp willbe a reflection of the Council

Rings unity, service, and prayer

the youth and children. Merely baby sittingyouth and children limits the experience forspiritual growth. Leadership is the mostimportant element for the nurturing of aCouncil Rings outreach to youth and chil-dren. It should be a main priority of theCouncil Ring to encourage and developleadership for CFOs children, youth, andyoung adults. A healthy goal for youth &children attending the camp is believed tobe 15% of the total attendance.

The Council Ring members are theprincipal organizers of any sponsored CFOevent. As a result they will bear the burdenof all the details associated with facilities,campers comfort, financial considerations,leadership, etc. The spiritual aspects of thecamp, especially the devoted prayer time ofthe Council Ring, can be overtaken by thetasks associated with the physical aspectsof camp if there is insufficient numbers onthe Council Ring. An understaffed CouncilRing is a group that will soon burn outand the camp will cease to function. Thereshould be a sufficient number of members

to share the workload, both prior andduring camp, to allow for the necessaryprayer life of the ring. A general rule ofthumb is about 15% of a camps total atten-dance should be the size of the Council

Ring. It never should be smaller thanseven (7) even if the camp attendance isless than fifty (50). The Council Ringshould implement a planned yearly rotationof approximately 1/3 of its members off thering for at least one (1) full year. Some ofthe factors that influence CFOers to serveon a Council Ring are:1. A spiritual calling to serve God

through service on the Council Ring.2. An understanding of and commitment

to the mission of CFO.3. The Council Ring leadership fosters

fellowship and unity among its mem-bers.

4. Possess individual talents and gifts thatserve the needs of the Council Ring.


5. Have sufficient resources and availabletime to attend all the necessary meet-ings and sponsored events.

A Council Ring should continuouslyand intentionally be aware of potentialmembers amongst the CFOers who regu-larly return to camp each year. Eachmember should commit to mentoring indi-viduals and/or couples who seem to havethe potential for service to CFO in this way.

Mentoring is the simple commitment toidentify, encourage, instruct and supportthose indicating a calling to serve CFO onthe Council Ring.

Most CFOers become emotionallyattached to the fellowship of their local

camp. It is their family! It is CFO! Butthe good news is that the CFO experiencecan become even richer for every CFOer.A zone retreat is held annually in everyregion. Attending the zone retreat will letyou be blessed with the fellowship of othernearby CFO Camps.

Annually CFOers from all over NorthAmerica gather to fellowship, celebrateCFO, and conduct the business of CFO.The location of this annual meeting isrotated among CFOs seven (7) zones.With respect to the vital signs, eachCouncil Ring is given a goal of five (5)members to attend the annual meeting.Attending this meeting is beneficial to yourlocal camp through greater exposure to newleadership, new alternatives and methodsused to promote your camp, and theencouragement of being a part of thisworld-wide Kingdom of God movement. ACFOs affiliated organization, CFOInternational, periodically sponsors aninternational CFO conference where fel-lowship with CFOers from all over theworld come together to celebrate CFO! In2005, the 9th International meeting washeld in Nairobi, Kenya. The 10th Interna-

ACFOs first Annual Meetingwas held at Capon Springs, WVAin 1956. The 2012 AnnualMeeting in Estes Park, Coloradowill be the 57th Annual.


tional is planned for August 12-18, 2012 inLima, Peru.

Currently ACFO reaches approximately3500 people annually through approxi-mately 60 camps and retreats held through-out North America. It is obvious thatadditional events will be necessary in orderto reach 30,000 people annually. Thepresent plan for outreach is to utilize thefollowing events as the way to increase theoutreach of ACFO. In addition to the CFORetreats/ Camps as currently conductedconsider these events.1. CFO Day where the CFO program is

experienced without an overnight stay.2. Prayer Outreach Groups which

provide a method of outreach forevery CFOer in the locale of hishome/work. This outreach tool wasintroduced at the 2011 AnnualMeeting and will be deployed thisyear..

3. CFO at Home(working name) iscurrently in development. It willutilize various technologies to deliver

CFO wherever you are!

To encourage the Council Rings toincrease their outreach, a goal of seven (7)sponsored events is set as the standardfor each camp. The events can be accom-plished through any combination of camps,retreats, CFO Days, and Prayer OutreachGroups that are sponsored by the CouncilRing.

UNITY OF PURPOSEOn the first Wednesday of each monthyour coordinators and directors from

ACFO, CFOI, and the UPT join in a 30minute conference call to pray for eachother and for the mission of each organiza-tion. Pictured below (left to right) at theannual meetings in Dayton, TN in May ofthis year are: Jenni Piatt (ACFO); CarolynMiller (UPT); Cathy Horein (ACFO);Charlie Grassl (ACFO); and Becky Suther-land (CFOI).

For in the end, it is not about thecamp but about discovering Gods

presence in all parts of our lives.


New RosteredLeaders

Lisa has led in all areasand at many CFOs, rec-ognizing that leadershipin CFO is a team effort,so whether shes speak-

ing, leading worship, youth, devotion-in-motion,or helping with the art creative Lisa watchesfor ways to open the door and let the Lordshow up.

Lisa LaLonde,speaker

Praying big, divinginto Gods Word, andembracing child-likeenergy for living,

whether in activities or rest, are the commonthemes as Mical seeks to help children expressthemselves and to grasp their identity in Christand His love for them. She loves seeing theheart of God expressed to and through children.

Mical (Thurow)Cooper,childrens leader

I wish to make a regular monthly contribution to the Association of CampsFarthest Out!

I will make a Monthly Donation in the amount of: $_____________/mo.(Make checks payable to Association of CFO)

I wish to begin a Monthly Electronic Transfer ______ Yes ______ Not Now(If yes, please return this form with a voided check and the office will contact you for furtherinformation.)

Name(s)__________________________________________________________

Address___________________________________________________________

Please return this form, your check and voided check to the address on the back page of this book.

SUPPORTING THE MISSION OF CFO

Our LeadersHONORING

Alex McCullough & Carolyn Miller

Truly coming to the Lord at his first CFO in 1971,Alex is a much sought after speaker, has served onACR and on the Council Ring of his home camp,Taconic CFO. Now retired from full timeministry, Alex serves as the spiritual director forthe sisters at the Oratory of the Little Way inGaylordsville, CT.

A CFOer since 1975, Carolyn has served CFO asa Council Ring member, ACR member, is arostered leader in Rhythms, and is our belovedUnited Prayer Tower coordinator. Carolynshome camp is Iowa CFO.

2011 HONOR PLAQUES RECIPIENTS


Your ACFO office has changed in the lastyear. As CFOs ministry is extended into the21st Century it is imperative that new levels ofefficiency and effectiveness be achieved. Forthe 2011-2012 fiscal-year the following actionshave helped reduce the offices operatingbudget by almost 15% from the actual 2010-2011 levels while extending its capability toserve CFOers. Its staff has been extended fromtwo to three persons. The rented office spacehas been cut in half. The payroll costs havebeen reduced by 10%. Publication costssignificantly reduced through the use ofelectronic publications.

The office provides support for all CFOactivities while strictly maintaining andprotecting its tax exempt status as an IRSapproved 501(c)3 charitable entity. ACFOsyearly activities by the approximately 40+Council Rings total approximately $1.1 milliondollars in program expense. The 2011-2012office budget for the administrative costs forACFO ($78,842) at about 7% of the overallprogram costs. Though this is a good figure,efforts are continuing to further reduce thecosts of the office while attempting to bringmore value to ACFO in terms of increasing itsoutreach.

DUBLONVOUCHERS

Dublon vouchers are stillavailable for first timecampers. Each camp andretreat can receive up to 5vouchers per event. Thevouchers are issued to firsttime campers, in the amountof $150 for camp and $75for retreats.

As of today, we haveissued 18 retreat vouchersand 76 camp vouchers, for atotal of $12,075.

Forms can be down-loaded from the website orcontact Jenni Piatt at:[email protected]

YOUR ACFO OFFICE

2010-11 Budget 2010-11 Actual 2011-12 Budget

INCOME

Association Shares 26,300.00 22,577.46 24,500.00

Gifts and Donations 104,000.00 85,127.00 78,000.00

Other Income 26,040.00 18,428.77 12,200.00

Total Income $ 156,340.00 $126,133.23 $ 114,700.00

EXPENSE

Program Expense 45,000.00 31,638.71 25,538.00

Payroll Expense 69,856.00 73,266.28 66,322.00

Administrative Expense 26,750.00 16,698.41 12,520.00

Tithes 14,734.00 12,592.02 10,320.00

Total Expense $156,340.00 $134,195.42 $114,700.00

NET INCOME / (LOSS) $(8,062.19)


CFO ETERNALMilt Anderson

May 2011NH Winni CFO

Bea BellApril 2010

Arizona CFO

Chuck BellSeptember 2010

Arizona CFO

Frances (Becky) BeutlerJanuary 2011

Ohio CFO, Florida CFO

Theo Taylor CarlsonDecember 2010MN Koronis CFO

Walter ClarkNovember 2010

SoCal CFO, CA Healing CFOCFOI

Annette CritchfieldFebruary 2011Indiana CFO

Carol Daye2010

CA Healing CFO

Norman ElliottJanuary 2011

MN Koronis CFO, NH Winni CFOCouncil of Leaders

Son-in-law of Glenn Clark

Vincent ElmerSpring 2011

NH Winni CFO

Don Fillmore2011

California CFOs

Betty FoxSeptember 2011

PA Hilltop CFO, Connecticut CFO

Natalie HakansonJanuary 2011

ME Acadia CFONorth Florida CFO

Jack HamorJanuary 2011

ME Acadia CFO, NH Winni CFO

Don HelmJanuary 2011Arizona CFO

Electa HollandJanuary 2011

NY Minden Taconic CFO

Herb HughesOctober 2010

MI Midwest Camping CFOIndiana CFO

Catherine HunterDecember 2010WV Spring CFO

Charles KingMarch 2011

NH Winni CFO, Council of Leaders,CFO International

Lloyd LambertDecember 2010

Indiana CFO

Dorothy LeachmanJanuary 2011

Council of Leaders

Rosey MaatmanFebruary 2011

Council of Leaders

Lina MacNeillApril 2011

NH Winni CFO

Sarah Graham Mann2011

ME Acadia CFO, Warwick CFO

Zan Matishak2011

AB Northern Lights CFO

Carol Critchfield MoteJanuary 2011Indiana CFO

Henry Hank Nikkel2011

Allegheny Heartland CFOPa Keystone CFO

Helen Mae OlsenApril 2011

Daughter of Glenn Clark

Mary Virginia ParrishAugust 2010

Council of Leaders

Helen PenningtonMarch 2011

Colorado Summer CFOColorado Autumn CFO

Birdie PorterJune 2011

CO Autumn CFOCO Wilderness CFO

Arthur Pratt2008

Indiana CFO

Perry Rankin2010

Nebraska CFO

Rayburn RayMay 2011

Tennessee CFO

Anne Waite RantaOctober 2010Warwick CFO

CO Front Range CFO

Dr. William ReedDecember 2010

FL Resurrection RetreatCouncil of Leaders

James RossJanuary 2011

North Florida CFOFL Resurrection Retreat

Evelyn RussellApril 2010

MN Koronis CFO

Harry RussellJune 2009

MN Koronis CFO

Jean RuthvenFall 2010

NH Winni CFO

Mary Pat SabineAugust 2011

NH Winni CFO

Irene SchneiderJune 2011

Indiana CFO

Clarinne SutherlandJanuary 2011

SoCal CFO

Wendell SpragueNovember 2010

NY Finger Lakes CFO

Earl TysonNovember 2010Carolina CFOs

Mark WhitelawApril 2011

Montana CFO

Betty WildermanNovember 2010

Indiana CFO

Bill Woodson, SrJuly 2011

NY Adirondack CFO


10thInternational

Camp

August 12-18, 2012

PLACE: Centro Vacacional HuampaniCarretera Central KM 26Chaclacayo, Lima, Peru

REGISTRATION, ROOM & BOARD: $355

REGISTRAR: Mr. Paul Ribali, phone: 503/981-0183 [email protected]

SCHOLARSHIP CHAIR:Mr. John Styer, phone: 410/287-9300

[email protected]

Online Registration: www.CFOInternational.org

The United Prayer TowerFor prayer needs write, call oremail 24 hours a day.

PH: 641/421-6858Email: [email protected]

www.UnitedPrayerTower.org

The year round prayer ministry of Camps Farthest Out.

Carolyn Miller, coordinator1501 S. Louisiana Ave., Mason City, IA 50401


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