Subject: Campus News 11-3-25

 
Monday, November 3, 2025
"Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations." Psalm 90:1
Upcoming Events       
  • Nov 6 Veterans Banquet (Field House Gym) 
  • Nov 6–8 Men's Prayer Summit (Journey House)
  • Nov 11 SFG Luncheon (Dining Room)
  • Nov 11 ALERT Expo Day (Classroom, Auditorium, Pine Lodge)
  • Nov 13 Chaplain Burch's Reception (Formal Dining, 6:30–9:00 PM) 
  • Nov 14 Unit 73 Advancement
  • Nov 18 Farming Resource Class (Chapel, 6:30 PM) 
  • Nov 19 Awards and Promotions (Dining Room, 12 Noon)
  • Nov 21 Unit 72 Graduation
  • Nov 22 Kitchen closes after brunch
  • Nov 27 Thanksgiving (Staff Holiday) 
  • Nov 29 Laura Fredrickson Memorial Service (Chapel, 1:00 PM) 
  • Nov 30–Dec 1 Journey House Occupied 
  • Dec 4 Staff Kid Kitchen Cleaning
  • Dec 12 Staff Christmas Party (Save the Date)
  • Dec 16 Farming Resource Class (Chapel Fellowship Hall, 6:30 PM)
Campus playground restrooms are in Bathhouse 1414. 
Men's Prayer Summit | Dr. Levendusky
I would like to invite any of our men to join the Men’s Prayer Summit for a session or more this weekend. Linked is the Prayer Summit schedule. We'd love to have you join us at the Journey House for this important purpose.

"When God is about to do a mighty new thing He always sets His people praying." Jonathan Edwards
Veterans Banquet 
Our Veterans Banquet is this Thursday! Doors open at 5:30 PM; there is no assigned seating—you're welcome to find your favorite spot, similar to an Advancement banquet. We'd love for you to mingle with our guests! This meal is free, but please bring your meal cards for tracking purposes. 
Auto Shop Update
Steve Kientz is out of town this week. Please reach out to Randy Switzer for any transportation or auto shop needs.
Farming Resource Class
Everyone is invited to our monthly Farming Resource Classes starting Tuesday, November 18, at 6:30 PM in the Chapel. Our speaker in November is Dr. Jack Hetzel. Come help celebrate his 104th birthday on that Tuesday! Public welcome, so please spread the word! Questions? Reach out to Eric Waller for details. 
Farming Produce 
We have naturally grown (without pesticides or herbicides) produce for sale from our very own land and greenhouse. Our fall harvest includes tomatoes $2/lb, okra $3/lb, sweet potatoes $1.50/lb, and watermelons from $2–$10 (Crimson Sweet, Yellow meat, Black Diamond). Place your order by calling/texting Eric Waller at 903-331-3358.
Family Camp Photos
Staff—here is the link for our 2025 Family Camp Photos. Please keep this link within our staff/volunteer group. If a guest would like to purchase access, please have them contact Operations. If you're interested in the staff behind the scenes album, please reply to this email.
Staff Kid Kitchen Cleaning
Staff Kids ages 12+ are invited to join us Thursday, December 4 to help deep clean the kitchen. Party will open with pizza at 5:00 PM for anyone able to help clean, projects will start around 5:30 PM and wrap up around 8:30 PM with ice  cream! Water and hot drinks will be available all night. Please RSVP to Charissa by Thursday morning, December 4. 
Hunting Season
The general hunting season begins Nov. 8, 2025 (after 12 PM) – Feb. 28, 2026. For safety, please check with Chris Overby before using areas beyond the bluffs, Area 13, or north of Lake Loma—especially from before dawn to 30 minutes after sunset. Normal access resumes March 1.
Battalion Update | Capt. Winkler
This is a busy week for Battalion! Construction will be returning from Alaska tomorrow, Lord willing, after spending about two weeks there working with an organization building houses for the underhoused. Dive left yesterday for their trip to Florida to complete additional dive training. EMT will be doing their three last days of clinicals this week, and Fire Academy continues to work their way through their coursework. Pray for safety for Construction traveling home tomorrow, and good weather for Dive so that they can do their ocean diving.
Basic Training Update | Maj. Hawley
This past weekend, Unit 73 successfully passed their Saturday inspection!

This coming week, the men will be participating in their Solo Hike as well as the Basic Responder Challenge, Wednesday–Saturday. During these two events, the men will be tested in almost every area of training that they have received so far. Pray for the men that they will continue to push themselves all the way to the end of Basic Training and not miss the lessons they have yet to learn. Please also be in prayer for the men who have not yet completed their scripture memory requirements, that they would have a desire and willingness to put in the work to get it done.
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Staff Fellowship Meal Details [complimentary meals of the year and monthly fellowship meal details]

MONDAY
Lunch: Salad, Hot Ham and Cheese Rolls, Creamy Cowboy Soup
Dinner: Salad, Shepherd's Pie, Irish Soda Bread

TUESDAY
Lunch: Salad, White Chicken Chili, Cheese Quesadillas
DinnerTaco Stackup, Jell-O

WEDNESDAY
LunchSalad, Butter Chicken, Rice, Naan
DinnerSalad, Poutine, Chopped Chicken, Amish Friendship Bread

THURSDAY Veterans Banquet
LunchSalad, Broccoli Cheese Soup, Honey Challah Bread, Chicken Strips
Dinner [Gym, 6:00 PM]Berry Mandarin Salad, Beef Stroganoff, Vibrant Vegetable Medley, Rolls, Patriotic Cheesecake

FRIDAY 
Lunch: Salad, Meatball Subs, Fries
DinnerSalad, Pizza, Sweet Tea

SATURDAY
BrunchFruit Salad, Cinnamon Rolls, Bacon, Scrambled Eggs with Sausage, Cheese, and Veggies

NEXT MONDAY
Lunch: Salad, Chicken Sandwiches, Waffle Fries
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