KNBC News

Hello supporters of KHBC,

Re: Bible Camp break in.

Just to give you an update of current activity at Kokrine Hills Bible Camp regarding responses to the break in, theft, vandalism and loss. (We have estimated the cash value of the loss may be around $10,000.) I am just over whelmed by the tremendous outflow of concern and support from people all over. I am especially moved by the show of support from our village people. One immediate response by a key team player was that we should not have camp this year; but that thought was short lived because we all quickly realized that this was an attack of Satan to discourage us and even shut the camp down. Please know and let it known that we will have camps for kids as planned.

When I first got to the camp and realized the attack on the camp I became angered but that anger soon went away because, I knew in my heart that this attack was of Satan and that he will use his evil to try to stop anything that may bring glory and honor to God. To me Satans attack confirmed the purpose and mission of the camp; which is to proclaim the Good News of Gods Son Jesus Christ to all who dont know Him personally; so that all who hear may be drawn to Him and be saved.

Recorded in the Bible was a man Joseph, a son of Jacob. God had plans to use Joseph to do great things among His people. However Satan had his own plans as well and he tried every thing to steal, kill and destroy what ever God had in mind in building His Kingdom on earth. Satan used Josephs very own brothers to destroy Joseph but Satans plan failed. In Genesis 50  is  Josephs response to his brothers. (vv 19-21)     

But Joseph said to them, "Do not be afraid, for am I in Gods place?

 "As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about this present result, to preserve many people alive.

 "So therefore, do not be afraid; I will provide for you and your little ones." So he comforted them and spoke kindly to them. NASB

Many of you have responded to this attack on the camp in the same way as Joseph. With forgiveness in your heart and a willingness persevere in hardship and to partner with us in carrying on our mission; and that is to make known who Jesus Christ really is and the purpose of His death on the cross to all who would hear. Your responses have come in many forms and are too many to mention here. I will report to you but a few here:

• It is encouraging to finding out how many people appreciate the camp and what it's meant to them and their children.  Hundreds of people have emailed and called saying they were praying.
• Many have donated items similar to those that were lost.
• Many have given financially so that replacement items could be purchased.
• Youth at the Soldotna Bible Chapel while at VBS have raised and are sending support for Koyukon youth to come to camp this season. Also Victory Bible Camp graciously gave.
• Many have committed to give to help youth come to camp who want to come but can not afford the full $125 camp fee. (Please do let your lack of money keep your youth from coming to camp this year; we have people who will be more than happy to help your child to attend camp)
• Commitment by private and missionary pilots to fly kids for camp. All they want is their fuel expenses covered.
• MARC, Missionary Aircraft Repair Center (Lenn Wilkstrom); Very valued partner and is  committed to the further development of the camp and airstrip construction.
• We have a partner, Samaritan's Purse (Franklin Graham). They have provided 100 mattresses for campers, $30,000 to help build an air strip, funds to help youth to attend camp this season, funds to cover this seasons boat gas cost, funds to install safe heat to the camper cabins, $60,000 to help build a new kitchen (including dining area) and $25,000 to help purchase a higher production wood sawmill.

(I must tell you that it was wonderful and a highlight the day  we had a two-hour visit by Franklin Graham, Dr. Jerry Prevo (Anchorage Baptist Temple), Glenn Alsworth, and Dr. Dick Thurmon.  I was honored as I gave the guests a tour of the camp before they sat down to talk about needs and future development. It was a really encouraging time. They shared a lunch of bear meat, baked half dried salmon, and moose hamburgers before leaving camp.)

In conclusion, while there is the reality of much support for our mission to youth through camping among the villages around here; please keep us in your prayers; fore all the stuff given to well intentioned causes can become worthless without solid prayer support by the partners involved. As our partner please pray for us that:

• We will provide camp operations that will be safe and healthy for all who come to camp.
• That God will draw to himself all who come so that they too may have salvation through Christ. (even those who violated the camp, that they repent and be saved)
• We will wisely use any money and material that comes in a godly manner and with the full intention of the giver.
• That this seasons windfall of support for special needs will not lessen the amount given to camp operations by our regular givers; we can not carry on camp without you who give regularly. (though most gifts are small we know they come from your heart for our youth)
• God will provide protection as Satan will continue attacking to steal, kill and destroy.
• That our key players (management team) will continue to serve with the same unity, integrity and with one heart to do all things to glorify the name of Jesus Christ.

God be with you too,

Roger Huntington, President

Koyukon Camp Ministries, Inc.