Fall Ministries 

▪ September ’08 – The new school year is underway. Pray for the mission staff as they make the initial contact with students offering the opportunity to enroll in the Bible memory program. Our primary goal is to have the students hiding God’s Word in their hearts so it will impact their lives along with the award to earn a free camp week next summer.

▪ Fall ’08 – Pray for the eight ministry planning committees which have been appointed to develop plans for the coming year’s outreaches. They meet frequently throughout the fall in preparation for the various events. Join the committees in asking the Lord for guidance, effective speakers and activities that will draw folks to Christ and strengthen their Christian testimony.

 Camp Nathanael 

▪ Fall ’08 – Rejoice with the eighty one (81) campers who made spiritual decisions at Camp Nathanael this summer, including fifty five (55) who accepted Christ as the personal Savior. These young believers face many challenges as they seek to walk with the Lord. Pray that the spiritual enthusiasm that was in their life at the point of decision will be fresh each day as they grow in the Lord.

▪ September/October ’08 – The fall Outdoor Education program, “Trees R Terrific”, will start September 15. Pray for physical stamina and safety as the mission staff and volunteers organize materials and set up displays, September 3-12. Pray for prepared hearts of students and teachers who will attend, September 15-October 10. Thank the Lord for the wonderful group of adult volunteers who help make this outreach possible.

▪ Fall ’08 – Pray for the Camp Committee as they begin planning for the 2009 camp season. They meet the first Friday of each month throughout the year beginning October 3, 2008.

▪ October/November ’ ’08 – The fall "Breakaway" Retreats will be October 17-18, November 7-8 & 14-15. Join with us in praying for many new students who have never been at Camp Nathanael to attend and for many who will be spiritually impacted.

▪ November 13, 2008 – SMMM’s mission ladies will host the annual Ladies’ Craft Fellowship on this Thursday evening. Pray for it preparation and for many ladies to take advantage of this special time of fellowship.

 Mission Staff 

▪ Fall ’08 – Continue to pray for Tim & Michelle Moushon and Josh & Marti Feltner as they progress closer to their support team goals. Each are between 45%-55% of their financial goals and are needing additional opportunities to present their anticipated ministries.

▪ Fall ’08 – Praise the Lord with Denise Bowman for the sale of her house in Tennessee and the purchase of a pre-owned double wide which has been set up on her property. Pray for the repairs needed on the house so she can soon enjoy her home.

▪ Fall ’08 – Pray for Glenn McCarty, SMMM retired missionary, whose wife, Jeanne, went to Heaven in April.

▪ Ongoing – Pray with Nate & Mary Beth Brace as they seek to purchase property for a permanent home which would also enable them to "winter" the horses close making their off-season care more handy.

▪ Ongoing – Pray for several mission families who have elderly parents with growing health and care concerns that they would have wisdom in meeting those needs.

 Health Concerns 

▪ September ’08 –  Raymond Haddix, former SMMM Mission Director, had lung surgery in July as part of the treatment for his cancer. Following the surgery, the doctors informed him his cancer was in remission and no further treatments were needed at this time. Thank the Lord for this encouraging news and continue praying for Mr. Haddix and his wife, Gerry, who also has health concerns.

▪ Ongoing –  Leah Bowers, SMMM missionary in Knott County, continues weekly IV chemo treatments for her cancer. The side effects are difficult. Remember her and her husband, Dick.

▪ Ongoing – SMMM is blessed with several "senior" missionaries. As the years pass they have increasing physical needs. Remember Leo Cline, Eva Lodgaard, Sarah Helmantoler and Lois Holmquist.

 Special Projects 

▪ September 19, 2008 – The Annual Meetings of SMMM and SMMM’s Board of Trustees are held on this day. Pray for God’s wisdom in decisions which will be made as the mission looks ahead to the coming ministry year.

▪ Fall ’08 – Pray for wisdom by the mission leadership in the development of the Mosley Property, especially as decisions are made concerning the reconstruction of the log house and other developments on the property.

▪ Ongoing – Pray for God's guidance to the Mission's Board of Trustees in the approving and planning of a variety of future projects for the improvement of Camp Nathanael.