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Weekly Announcements

Sun, 10 May 2026 17:39:16 GMT

Weekly Announcements:

This Monday, May 11 is our Women’s Fellowship at church at 6pm. We have a special program for you…A SPA DAY. You come as you are and go away relaxed and renewed. Invite a friend.
Bible Study group will meet at the church Wednesday, May 13 at 7 p.m.
Sunday May 17, Graduates Breakfast potluck 8:45 a.m. Then recognize them during worship service. Congregation is giving each a Bible. There will be a basket for cards if you wish. Congratulations: Justine Jackson, Dominic Carter, and August Bonavia.
Sunday May 17 is our Work Day at Camp Farwesta right after church. Lunch will be provided. Contact Lori if you can help or need more details. We have been assigned the Tabernacle as our cleaning project.
The Camp Farwesta Caretaker House has been completed. Thanks for all the generous donations that made construction of this house possible.
VBS for Smithville is scheduled for July 27-30 in the evenings, Castle of Courage. Still collecting toilet paper and paper towel rolls, along with large cardboard boxes or panels. Looking for teachers and helpers for VBS. If you’d like to help get ready for it or help during, please contact Whitney Lyons.
Senior High CARAVAN this summer for students who finished 9 ^th grade thru grade 12. Dates June 5 -16. Registration on Midlands MC website. More info will be available soon.
We have links to register for all the camps, Youth Camps and Spectacular and Family Camp . Camp Dates and Fees for 2026 are:
Children's Camp, June 5-6, $80
Camp Haven, June 7-11, Free
Junior High Camp, June 21-25, $300
Family Camp, June 27-July 2, $185 per person
Junior Camp, July 5-8, $235
Spectacular at Graceland University, July 11-17, $500

Camp Haven - 2026 - Volunteers Needed

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 20:38:13 GMT

Step Up,

Make an Impact:

Join Camp Haven 2026

Calling all Volunteers

(14+ & Young Adults+)

Camp Haven Volunteer Application June 7-11, 2026

Be part of something truly meaningful.

Camp Haven at Camp Farwesta is inviting passionate, caring volunteers to help create an unforgettable week for children ages 8–12 who have experienced the loss of a parent or sibling. This is more than camp—it’s a place of healing, laughter, friendship, and hope.

From sunrise activities to lakeside fun and quiet moments that matter, our volunteers are the heart of Camp Haven. There are so many ways to get involved, including:

Leading games and activities
Lifeguarding or helping with lake fun
Serving as a camp counselor
Providing support as a nurse
Helping in the kitchen
Assisting wherever extra hands and big hearts are needed

Whether you’re able to join us for the full week (June 7–11, 2026) or just a single day, your time and presence can make a lasting impact.

To ensure a safe and supportive environment, all volunteers are required to complete a background check and Youth Worker Certification.

✨ Ready to make a difference? Click the Volunteer Application to apply!

We’ve also included a short video from last year’s camp so you can see the joy, connection, and life-changing moments that make Camp Haven so special.

We’d love to have you be part of this incredible experience!

BE THE CHANGE, APPLY TODAY!

Contact for more information:

Angie Cluck adcluck2002@yahoo.com or 785.741.0869

Lynn Wilson thealc@socket.net or 816.262.4190

Click here for Camp Haven Volunteer Application

2026 Youth and Family Camp Dates, Costs and Registration

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:38:09 GMT

2026 Far West Mission Center Camps!

At Camp Farwesta

Children's Camp June 5-6, Director Melissa Cox, $80
Jr High Camp June 21-25, Director Erin Roberson, $300
Family Camp June 27-July 2, Directors Lanea Furst & Charlott Williams, $185 per person
Jr Camp July 5-8, Directors Ada Darnell & Mackenzie Leach, $235

Youth Camp and Spectacular Registration .

Family Camp Registration .

At Graceland University

Spectacular July 11-17, Leaders Brandon & Erin Stevenson, $500

Camperships will be available to assist with the cost of camps for our youth and their friends.