Missions Building Project: Wi-Ne-Ma Christian Camp

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Friday, February 13, 2009

Covering Up

It has been kind of a wild week for the weather. We flirted with snow. A high wind warning was issued. But, looking back it has actually been a rather mild week as the crew started to put the roof on. As of today they are a little over halfway down the south side. The other development this weekend was picking up most of the windows for the building. A friend of the Camp helped us get these windows -- so Thanks! We are looking forward to some work parties coming in March and April as the contracted workers will be pretty much done in March.

There have been so many folks praying and giving and working, devoting themselves to finishing this project. As registrations are starting to come in for the summer events we are looking forward to how God continues to be our hope and strength in this ministry.

Laying the first few roofing panels.

Windows by the trailer load.

The sun setting on the roof.

About half way down the south side.

How's the view up there?

Friday, January 9, 2009

The Sun is Shining and the Concrete is Pouring

It is so good to have a dry day. The concrete guys are in working on the slab. They will do half today and the other half tomorrow.

Here are some pictures from first thing this morning.

Kind of a close up view from up the trail.

Pulled back to see the whole thing.

Phil has been taking some pictures of the project as well.

Here is a LINK TO PHIL'S MISSIONS BUILDING PICTURES.

Friday, December 19, 2008

Ready for the Weather to Cooperate

Just a little update as most of us are waiting out the winter storms. This week backfill and compaction work was completed and passed by the engineers. The concrete contractors were out yesterday to finish getting ready for pouring the slab. So, now their comment is that as soon as we have a clear day above freezing we'll pour the slab. This morning has been a mixture of sun and snow. Sun earlier, snow now. Bigger storm forecast for tomorrow. But for now, here are some pictures from earlier this morning.

Looking South from the Crosses

Looking West from the Crosses

Camp including the construction site.

Closeup of the construction site, ready for pouring the slab.

About the Missions Building Project

Five years of planning, praying, and giving brings us to a place where dreams are transformed into devotion. Construction began on the new Missions Building during 2008. By 2010 we have essentially completed the Great Room.

Now in 2011 we are working to complete west entrance and administrative areas and then the large restrooms by the south entry.

We believe that God calls us now, not to dream, but to devote ourselves to complete this project and develop Wi-Ne-Ma Christian Camp as a special place where God continues to work to draw people, youth and adults, to Himself.

The present Missions Building was constructed in the early 1970s. The Week of Missions conference had outgrown Myrtleward Lodge. Many remember God’s protection as the first attempt to build it collapsed. Others remember rejoicing when the mortgage was burned. We have played, worshiped, and heard from great Bible teachers within its walls. We have hosted missionaries, had our families encouraged, and enjoyed the friendship of those who love and serve the Lord Jesus Christ.

Time and wear has taken its toll on the Missions Building. An evaluation of the structure revealed a serious structural need to either repair or replace the building. After thoughtful and prayerful consideration it was determined that the best course is to replace the Missions Building at its same location. Improvements include heat, lights, acoustic treatment, and electrical system. Planned additions include restrooms, storage, and administration space.

Missions Building Project