Tres Dias of North Georgia
Pescadore Pages
March, 2013 |
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Come, Holy Spirit, fill our hearts and kindle them in the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And you shall renew the face of the earth.
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FROM OUR CHAIRMAN'S HEART
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God's Favor
Our God is always faithful! Do I hear an AMEN?
Kate and I have been going through one of the busiest times in our 21 years of marriage over the past two months, and God has seen us through every step and phase of each circumstance. He has also continued to show His Favor to and through this Community in some very specific ways.
I have been reminded of the themes and Scripture verses from a number of Tres Dias Weekends on which I've been privileged to serve as a number of these events have unfolded.
God showed us several markers (our own Ebenezer Stones) like Dell Howard Shared with us from 1 Samuel 7:12 to remind us that, "The Lord Hath Helped us This Far." We were often reminded, as Michael Edwards was, that "We Walk by Faith, Not by Sight." And, we saw time after time, as Bob Watt put it, that "God Has our Back." The Angels he sent to help with the work were in the persons of members of my Reunion Group, Secretariat Members who shared more of the load when conflicts arose in our schedule and tight deadlines prevented my direct involvement and other members of the great Christian Community in Action from TDNG and our Apostles Church Family/Small Group.
The news of at least one of the ways God has shown His Favor has to do with our Secuelas, and you will find that news below. Also in this edition, there is a wonderful testimonial of Service on the Secretariat by Steve LaMarsh. Please read this entire Newsletter; it is always a good source of information.
We also have great news about definitive and already effective changes to our Website that will soon help us forget the struggles we've had for almost 3 years with access and response to requests. News of these changes will be announced in a special edition, coming soon. In this process, we welcome our new Webmaster/Tech Support member on the Secretariat, Daniel Thomas.
We welcome your feedback and thank you for your continued support of TDNG!
De Colores, and,
In Christ's Lavish Love,
George
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NOTE FROM RECTOR OF WOMEN'S #126
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Thank you for the honor, joy, and privilege of being asked to serve as Rector of #126. It has been an incredibly beautiful journey with the Lord. I believe He had been preparing my heart for something for a couple of years. I had asked Him at the beginning of 2012 to give me something to do in His kingdom that I could only do through His strength...something bigger than me! He taught me so much about abiding, waiting, listening, and discerning. He was so faithful!
The team was so beautiful, loving, gracious, and gentle. They served with hearts of love and kindness.
There was a beautiful anointing over the team meetings and the weekend. We all agreed our job was to love and serve and allow the Holy Spirit to change lives. We had two dramatic salvations, tons left at the cross, and so much more. I praise Him.
I am forever changed,
Joan Kiger
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SPEAK LORD, YOUR SERVANT IS LISTENING
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Speak Lord, your servant is listening. I Sam. 3:10
Serving Christ by serving others
Steve LaMarsh, Alpha Men's Leader
Having been called a fourth time, young Samuel responded to the Lord, by listening. I often have a greater struggle with that part of my prayer life than I do petitioning God for what I need.
When you hear the voice of God calling your name, how do you respond? After the fourth time the Lord calls, do you recognize His voice? Do you stop talking to God long enough to hear what He has to say to you? These are pointed questions, but they are worthy of consideration every time we pray.
Serving on the Secretariat has shown me the great ways the Lord works through willing servants. People like you who have listened to the call of God, and then responded. That was how I reached the decision to serve. I knew when God called it was my time to do something for the Tres Dias community that had been such a blessing in my life for so many years. I have the honor of working with new Rectors and it is a great joy!
How about you? Do you have two hours per month to attend a Secretariat meeting? Are you willing to pitch in to help support the various activities that go into putting on a TDNG weekend? Do you have the gift of service? Do you enjoy seeing God use your talents to bless others? Are you willing to step up and say: "God has been good to me and I want to help others be blessed too"?
There are many ways to help and you will not find a more caring group of people to serve with than those on the Secretariat. People who are totally dedicated to making every Tres Dias weekend a truly life-changing experience. Whatever your area of interest, don't expect that someone else will do the work- get involved!
So, has the Lord called you to serve? Are you listening? Contact George Flury, Chairman, or any of us on the Secretariat to find out more about your place of service.
From personal experience I can tell you, Jesus will enrich your life and keep you focused on pleasing Him. I believe there are those reading this now who can say "yes, I am listening, and yes, I am willing".
De Colores!
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SECRETARIAT POSITIONS OPEN
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The TDNG Secretariat is the body that oversees and supports the activities of the Tres Dias of North Georgia community. The TDNG Secretariat has one position that became open on Jan. 1, 2013 and has several positions that will become open throughout this year.
Fourth Day (Omega Team) - open Jan. 1, 2013.
This is a "two person" position and can be filled by a couple or two single individuals. We currently have one person interested in serving and need one more. This position is responsible for the packets distributed on the weekend and for arranging and hosting Fourth Day activities.
Treasurer - open Dec 31, 2013. This is a one person position. This position is responsible for recording all financial transactions of the Community, ensuring that all bills are paid and receipts are deposited in a timely manner. This position keeps records and provides reporting to the TDNG Secretariat concerning the financial condition of the Community.
Women's Leader (Alpha Team) - open Dec. 31, 2013. This is a one person position. This position is responsible for guiding, directing and supporting the upcoming rectors in team selection, training and weekend execution. This position helps the upcoming rectors to understand and follow Secretariat guidelines. A Men or Women's Leader must have previously served as a rector in the TDNG Community.
Food Management (Alpha) - open Dec. 31, 2013. This is a couple's position. The Food Management position is responsible for purchasing and ensuring the delivery of food and supplies to the campground for the TDNG weekends.
Requirements for service on the Secretariat vary according to the position, however, requirements that cover all Secretariat positions are:
Maintain a lifestyle commensurate with Biblical leadership.
- Demonstrate a record of support of the Tres Dias movement.
- Have worked at least three (3) teams, preferably in different areas.
- Possess the skills required by the Secretariat position job description.
These are outlined in greater detail in the TDNG Constitution & By Laws.
If you would like to investigate these open positions further, please contact any member of the Secretariat (listed at the end of this newsletter) and we will be glad help you!
Blessed to Serve!
Becki Fields
TDNG Secretary
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UPCOMING TDNG WEEKENDS
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2013
Men's #113 - May 16-19
Al Eckhardt , Rector
Women's #127 - May 23-26
Terri Kemp , Rector
Men's #114 - July 18-21
John (Doc) Soliday, Rector
Women's #128 - July 25-28
Sue Surdi, Rector
Men's #115 - October 10-13
Kenny Watson, Rector
Women's # 129 - October 17-20
Maria Bailey, Rector
2014
Men's #116 - February 6-9
Tim Langston, Rector
Women's #130 - February 13-16
Susan Brown, Rector
Send-offs are Thursday at 6:00pm
Serenades are Saturday at 6:30pm
Closings are Sunday at 4:30pm
As team information becomes available, it will be posted at www.ngtdteams.org
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SECUELA NEWS
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Thank you to all of you who responded to our request for help in finding a new location for Secuelas due to scheduling conflicts at Piedmont Baptist Church. A great big THANK YOU to North Atlanta Church of Christ for volunteering to host all our secuelas for the remainder of 2013.
The Secuela dates for the remainder of the year are:
June 8
August 10
November 2
December 7
All Secuelas begin at 6:00pm
North Atlanta Church of Christ
5676 Roberts Dr.
Dunwoody, GA 30038
Mark your calendars and plan to join us for an evening of praise, fun, fellowship and seeing old (and young) friends. You may contact Joan Kiger at joan4given@yahoo.com if you have questions or need more info.
We hope to see you there!
Tim and Joan Kiger
Alpha couple for Post Weekend/Fourth Day
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CAMP OF COLORS
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The sidewalk to the chapel has been widened!! The width of the sidewalk has been doubled, the drainage improved and the "drop-offs" eliminated. It is much easier now to go "two-by-two".
By early next month, a railing will be installed at the area approaching the pavillion, next to the roadway.
The search for a replacement golf cart is underway, and we hope to have one by the end of the month.
Work continues on resolving the roof leak in the a candidate dorm. The company that installed the roofing has gone out of business, and we are investigating the chances of getting warranty resolution from the manufacturer of the product that was installed last year. We appreciate your patience as we trying to avoid spending more of God's money until this avenue has been explored.
Work also continues to get bids for the building out of a bathroom in the storeroom off the prayer cha dorm, and to repair/replace the HVAC system in the Chapel.
There are always opportunities for maintenance and improvements when you are dealing with a building this old holding large crowds 35 weekends a year. We appreciate your patience as we continue to investigate and prioritize the work that needs to be done. If you have any comments or suggestions concerning the Camp of Colors, contact your COC Representatives, Ray Skibba at ray.skibba@comcast.net and/or Hank Gravitt at gravitt1218@gmail.com.
Anson Fields
Secretary
Camp of Colors Board
The Camp of Colors exists to be a place for Three Day Movements to hold weekends. The Board is comprised of members from each community that holds weekends at the Camp as well as "at large" positions. For information about the Board of Directors, the history of the Camp, weekend schedules, etc., visit www.campofcolors.org
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CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK
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Tres Dias of North Georgia has a Facebook page. Stay in touch with other community members at "Tres Dias of North Georgia". This is an excellent place to share news with your community, especially "Needs and Seeds", such as job openings, help and/or employment needed, etc.
It is a closed group and you must ask permission to join.
There is also an "unofficial" prayer and praise group for Tres Dias and Vida Nueva. Share your praise reports and prayer requests at "TD/VN Prayer & Praise".
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TDNG APPLICATION
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The TDNG Sponsorship Application is available online at: www.tdng.org or by clicking here.
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UPCOMING VIDA NUEVA WEEKENDS
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The next North Georgia Vida Nueva Weekends are:
Young Women's #47
Jodi Elzey, Director
TBA, Youth Director
Nov. 8-10, 2013
Young Men's #47
Robert Arnold, Director
TBA, Youth Director
Nov. 15-17, 2013
Young Women's #48
TBA, Director
TBA, Youth Director
March 7-9, 2014
Young Men's #48
TBA, Director
TBA, Youth Director
March 14-16, 2014
For more information go to http://www.ngvn.org
and click on Upcoming Weekends. If you are considering sponsoring a young person to VN, you can also view a short informational video by clicking here .
For information, contacts, etc., for other VN Communities, visit www.vidanueva.net
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TRES DIAS GUIDE FOR TEAM MEMBERS
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The following continues a series of excerpts from The Tres Dias Guide for Team Members.
THE TALKS OF THE THREE DAYS
Each day begins with a meditation, given by clergy, which presents the direction of the day. All rollos for the remainder of the day pursue that direction. The final rollo is given by a lay member who has made the message of that day a personal living testimony of living the Christian faith. This rollista demonstrates that the message is worthy and workable.
THE TALKS OF THE SECOND DAY
The pattern of talks begun on the first day is continued on the second day: an alternation of talks by clergy and laity. It begins with a morning meditation on THE FIGURE OF CHRIST and includes a recitation of Psalms and prayers from the PILGRIM'S GUIDE. This meditation opens the theme of conversion for the day: after we meet and accept Christ in faith, how do we obey Him?
The rollos of the second day, starting with the STUDY rollow, show the way. The candidates are taught that we can come to know, trust, and obey God in Christ through the written and spoken word of the Bible. Other insights preserved in the writings of Christian men and women throughout the centuries are also available for our study. In addition, certain modern media are mentioned, which assist us in our Christian Study. With prayer as our guide, and through the power of the Holy Spirit, these study aids will teach us to not only know Christ, but to know Him better and want to follow Him.
Reading and study, however, are only part of the answer. We also come to know God in Christ through various methods which HE has chosen and provided. In Tres Dias, we refer to them as: SACRED MOMENTS OF GRACE.
Next issue - More talks of the Second Day |
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SECRETARIAT REMINDERS
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 The Secretariat would like to remind you that it is inappropriate to bring children to send-off, closing, serenade or other Tres Dias functions that are not "family affairs".
Further, only those that have attended a recognized 3-day weekend may attend Tres Dias functions.
We appreciate your understanding and compliance with these Tres Dias requirements.
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Also a reminder to sponsors - Please urge your candidates to leave all cell phones & electronic devices at home so that they can block out the outside world & spend 3 days focusing totally on God and what He has in store for them.
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There has been a growing issue with sponsors bringing candidates to send-off that have not been called for the weekend by the Secretariat. We would ask that, to avoid embarrassment to yourselves and your candidate, that you NOT bring anyone to attend a weekend that has not been called by the Secretariat. If you have a candidate that can attend at the last minute, write "last minute" on the top of the application and the application will be handled accordingly. For questions about this, or any area of sponsorship, contact the appropriate Secretariat member.
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We would like to remind everyone in the community that names and addresses from weekend rosters, team lists, and or the TDNG database are for TDNG use only. This information should not be used for solicitation, or any other purpose not related to TDNG business.
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If you have a need to inform the community of a ministry, prayer need, employment opportunity or need, we encourage you to use the Facebook page mentioned elsewhere in this newsletter.
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TDNG SECRETARIAT MEMBERS
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THE WORD
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"May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ."
Romans 15:5-6
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