December 2007 
The Connection
Friends of the Bend e-newsletter
In This Issue
Cedar Bluff Lodge Report
Prayer Requests
Thank You!
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Thank you for your throughtfulness and generosity in supporting Riverbend Retreat Center.  Because of Friends of the Bend, we are able to continue to make improvements and provide a wonderful camp experience!
Ministry Quicklinks
Greetings!
Although I now have to think back over 25 and 30 years ago, I remember what the days were like before our two sons were born.  Baby clothes, furniture and other items to be purchased, nursery to get ready, hospital arrangements to be made along with countless other things on the list.  If your family is like ours, there is much on your "to do" list before Christmas - before the celebration of the coming of The Son, Jesus. 
 
I can also remember the days after bringing our newborn babies home...the joy they brought into our lives...especially those times just sitting, holding and rocking and loving on them.  I pray that during what can be a very busy season that you and your family will have some wonderful, relaxing time together and with our Savior, Jesus Christ!
 
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
 
Alton Belew
Executive Director
 
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Cedar Bluff Lodge
 Good News...Thanks to many volunteers and the leadership of Les Shull, Construction Director, Cedar Bluff Lodge construction is on schedule to be completed in May!
 
Donations are needed for furnishings in the twelve guest rooms.  $20,000 has been raised toward the $60,000 needed to complete his project.  $5,000 will furnish a room including the beds, linens, window treatments, wallhangings and furniture.  Gifts of any amount will help and a $5,000 donation will receive a bronze recognition plaque in the room.  All donors will be listed on a plaque in the beautiful breezeway at the entrance of the building.
Please pray...
Thank you for praying for the following:
  • Dianne Shull, Guest Services, healing from cancer
  • Joy Belew, Administrative Director, gallbladder surgery Dec. 12
  • Hiring of a Maintenance Director
  • Jon and Sharron Sires, health needs
  • Board of Directors Retreat, January 21-22
  • Summer Camp Directors Retreat, February 4-5
  • Summer Camps
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Contact Info
Riverbend Retreat Center, 1232 CR 411B, Glen Rose, TX 76043
Alton Belew
888-269-2363