Riverbend eReview
Riverbend Retreat Center, August 2008
Special Fish Fry and Golf Tournament Edition
 
In This Issue
Chad Hennings to Speak at Fish Fry
2008 Fish Fry Golf Classic
Prizes, Promotions and Tourney Format
Summer Camp Report
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Greetings!
 
I wanted to send out this personal invitation to be involved in the 2008 Men's Fish Fry and Golf Tournament.
 
This event is designed with the intent of involving men in an event that will encourage them in their walk with Christ and to share opportunities to be involved in Riverbend's ministry.
 
Thank you again for believing in and supporting this ministry!
Blessings!
 
Alton Belew, Executive Director
2008 Men's Fish Fry
Chad HenningsSpeaker: Chad Hennings
 
Although best known for his role with America's Team, Chad Hennings' successes began long before his professional football career. An accomplished lineman in high school, Hennings was offered full scholarships from universities across the nation. Instead, he chose to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy, where he racked up numerous honors academically and on the gridiron. Named most valuable athlete at the academy, he earned defensive player of the year honors from the Western Athletic Conference and was named to the WAC's All-Decade Team. In addition, he received the 1987 Outland Trophy, given to the country's outstanding lineman, and the most valuable player designation at the 1988 Freedom Bowl. A two-time Academic All-American, Hennings was inducted into the GTE Academic All-American Hall of Fame.
 
Chad is now a part of Wingmen DFW which states "When a fighter pilot is in the midst of battle, he is not thinking of fighting for his family or flag.  He is fighting for his buddy flying next to him, his wingman.  As a warrior, he understands that his survivability and his success are dependent upon having that support immediately available when the battle begins.  In that spirit, this is what we, at Wingmen, stand for.  Our goal is to bring men together in a neutral setting where we can develop relationships with other men of God and deepen our relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  When we enter into battle we will not do it alone."     
Music:
 Whole Heart, back by popular demand, this dynamic gospel quartet will present a concert at the golf tournament, a pre-program concert and minister during the fish fry program.

2008 Fish Fry Golf Classic
Golf Tourney PavillionThe first annual Fish Fry Golf Classic was a huge success as 128 golfers gathered at Squaw Valley Golf Course in Glen Rose!  Join us this year for this great event!
 
 
2008 Fish Fry Golf Classic
 
Tuesday, October 7th
Squaw Valley Golf Course, Glen Rose
 
Registration/Music by Whole Heart:     10am
Lunch, Catered by Hammonds:            11am
Shotgun Start:                                    11:45am
 
Tournament Fee
$75 per person if registered before Sept. 1st
$85 per person on or after Sept. 1st
 
Includes: Tournament Entry, lunch, cap or visor, player "goody bag", eligibility for other prizes and Fish Fry meal and program!
 
See prize and tourney info below.
Prizes, Promotions and Tourney Format
  • Four-man scramble, you enlist a team or we can place you on a team.
  • Early Bird registrants, before September 1st, will be in a drawing for a Leupold and Stevens GX-1 Digital Rangefinder, valued at $299.
  • Church with most participants will receive an overnight staff retreat in Lenamon Lodge.  Retreat includes meals and up to 8 green fees to Squaw Valley Golf Course.
  • Putting Contest for $100 - back by popular demand!
  • Closest to pin and Long Drive prizes
  • All players are eligible for great prize drawings. 
  • All players becoming a "Friend of the Bend" and donating at least $100 will be eligible to win a drawing for a new Taylor Made driver.
Summer Camp Report
The attendance and decisions this summer broke records once again!  Riverbend hosted 10,192 campers and leaders during summer camp!  The following attendance and decisions were recorded:
  • 10,192 in Attendance
  • 760 Professions of Faith
  • 1,068 Rededications 
  • 135 Called to Full Time Ministry

Praise God for His faithfulness in working in people's lives!

Help us reach more campers for Christ!  This year, all proceeds from the golf tournament will go towards the Waterfront Renovation Project.  Recreation is a vital part of summer camp and these funds will  make improvements that will make it possible to reach more young people for Christ. Thank you for your involvement and for making a difference in the lives of boys and girls!