ANNUAL MOTHER/DAUGHTER BANQUET  Summit's annual mother/daughter banquet is coming up on Thursday, May 15 at 6:30 pm. Please sign up soon on the sheet on the bulletin board or see Donna Sebastian with any questions. 

AREA WIDE SENIORS DEVOTIONAL & LUNCH  Summit will be hosting an area wide seniors devotional and lunch on May 20. When Summit hosted it last year, over 90 area seniors came and enjoyed the fellowship. Make plans now to be a part of the devotional and lunch. See Harold Painter for more information. 

OUR NEW REFRIGERATOR  We now have a new refrigerator thanks to Dan McNeese's brother, Don. We thank him and continue to pray for him in his struggle with cancer. 

FORT HILL CHRISTIAN YOUTH CAMP   Registration forms are now out for this year's camping season at Fort Hill Christian Youth Camp. Every child should have the opportunity to experience Christian camping. Most of those from Summit that attend Fort Hill go during Bob Manasco's week, which is July 6-12. Bob's week is an all ages week, with youth from 7-18 years old attending. This week of camp fills up fast so be sure to send in your form early. This year's theme and lesson focus is "Christian Evidences".

Camp registration fee is only $100, which only covers about 1/3 of the cost of camp for a child. The balance of the cost is generously donated by many Christians that see the great benefit in sending children for a week of Christian camping. If your registration is postmarked by May 14, you can save $10 for a cost of only $90. However, the board of trustees at Fort Hill has determined that every child that wants to come to Fort Hill should be able to come, regardless of ability to pay. See Bruce for more information. Copies of the March Fort Hill newsletter are in the foyer if you want information and dates for other weeks of camp. Here is a link to Fort Hill's web site.  www.forthillcamp.org/portal/

TEEN RETREAT MAY 16 & 17  The Blackburn Hill church of Christ is having their 9th Annual Youth Rally on Saturday, May 16 & 17. Their theme this year is "This World Is Not My Home". Everyone is encouraged to bring tents to pitch inside and outside the building for lodging to encourage everybody to get ready for heaven and not be caught up in small stuff. Part of Friday evening's schedule calls for some activities at Ohio University's Rec Center and tackling the large climbing walls. All the activities are done by 2:30 Saturday. If you are interested in going or with chaperoning please see Bruce. 

60th ANNIVERSARY OF FORT HILL CHRISTIAN YOUTH CAMP  This year marks the 60th anniversary of Fort Hill Christian Youth Camp. Over the last 60 years, thousands of young people have been strengthened in the Word of God and seeds of faith have been planted that has borne much fruit in the kingdom of God. Lifetime relationships start with Christian camping and many gospel preachers attribute their beginnings to the experiences gained at Fort Hill Christian Youth Camp. Many brethren seek to continue the work of Fort Hill through generous donations or remembering Fort Hill in their estate planning. Those who wish to consider remembering Fort Hill Christian Youth Camp in their wills may want to consult with Wayne McCray, one of the camp's board members. His telephone number is 523-681-4818 or you may email him at waynuele@yahoo.com. Here's a link to see the very first group of campers at Fort Hill Christian Youth Camp! (No, Tom Smith and Chuck are not in the picture even though both are plenty old enough to have been there!)  i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm4/badams3755/FirstCamp.jpg

FORT HILL IMPROVEMENTS  There have been many improvements at Fort Hill the last few years and this year even more improvements are coming. Last year the girls cabins were all upgraded, a new girls cabin was built (see the link below for a picture of the new cabin, it even has a porch!) and a fence was installed along the road beside the property. A public restroom is currently being installed adjacent to the dining hall which makes things much easier for little ones during meals and during registration for the public. This spring all the boys cabins will get much needed upgrades with small porches, all new interiors, beds and heavy duty doors and casings. Boys are so rough on things! Plans are under way for a new all-purpose building for classrooms, offices, restrooms and an assembly area/small gym to allow better assembly times during rainy weather. The whole facility will be air conditioned for the camping season and heated in the winter, allowing year-round use. So you see, Fort Hill Christian Youth Camp is striving to provide excellent facilities for young people to feel at home while we seek opportunities to teach the Word of God.  i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm4/badams3755/NewGirlsCabin.jpg

ANNUAL FORT HILL MEN'S RETREAT  The Annual Fort Hill Men's Retreat is coming up on Friday and Saturday, May 16 an 17. This year's theme is "Current Challenges", a look at doctrinal challenges and how to face them. Please see the flyers in the foyer. The men's retreat at Fort Hill is a great way to meet and fellowship with men from the region. 

2008 SUMMIT VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL  Its not too early to be marking your calendars for the 2008 Summit Vacation Bible School. VBS is always a great time to bring family, friends and neighbors to hear stories from the Bible and learn a little from God's Word. This year's VBS is scheduled for Monday, July 28 through Friday, August 1. On the last day of VBS we always have a great time of fellowship and activities with all the families and visitors to Summit. Plan now on being there! 

YOUNG MEN'S PREACHER TRAINING CAMP  The Alkire Road church of Christ in Columbus will be holding its Eighth Annual Young Men's Preacher Training during the week of July 6 - 13. Their program is a four year program for boys age 13 to 18 at no charge. See the flyer on the bulletin board for the subjects offered. Contact Mark Bass at Alkire Road at 614-875-1028 or email him at mebass1957@aol.com. 

POTTER CHILDREN'S HOME & FAMILY MINISTRIES  This year's Fall Festival at Potter Children's Home & Family Ministries is September 20. Make plans now to be a part of the activities. Here is a link to Potter's most recent newsletter.  www.potterministries.org/newsletters/April%202008.pdf

TRANSPORATION NEEDED?  Do you need transportation to a doctor’s appointment, a test at the hospital or for other reasons? Please call 859-781-7244. If there are others who would like to provide this service please let me know. Allen Moffat.