A picture is truly worth a thousand words when it c omes to Va-cation Bible School! Sure, we could describe the ma ny very cool activities, crafts, and food creations that we re present at the various Vacation Bible School programs in our division, but we think that pictures capture the fun that was had better than we ever could! Plus, the excitement on the kids fac es shows in full color that they were excited to be learning ab out Jesus!

Whether your Corps was exploring the high seas, tre kking through the rainforest, or visiting Planet Zoom, we know the kids had an AWESOME time and we thank YOU for all your h ard work!

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Youth Councils 2010—Identity

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Corps Cadet Kick-Off

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Captain’s Corner

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Upcoming Events

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Teen Sports Camp Recap Teen Sports Camp Recap Teen Sports Camp Recap Teen Sports Camp Recap by Erin Kofoedby Erin Kofoedby Erin Kofoedby Erin Kofoed

Majors A Band Lisa Bingham Aurora B Band Angela Herrara Denver Citadel Keyboard Jael Mallory Aurora Beginner Guitar Caitlin Gauslow Billings Advanced Guitar Bella Newberry Centennial Percussion Parish Fackrell Bozeman Major Chorus Ka'Tavie Louis Aurora Recorder Kiara Kennedy West Adams

Chorus Kids Chorus Lorenzo Dow Denver Citadel Mixed Chorus I Danielle Aalders West Adams Mixed Chorus II Harold Bibler Billings

Electives Beginner Guitar Zyonna Wilson Billings Advanced Guitar Tyler Griffin Denver Citadel Keyboard James Herring Denver Red Shield Timbrels Emily Roybal Ogden Boom Whackers Callie Boykin Denver Red Shield Trash Bashers Sarah McFarland Centennial Rhythm Nation Josh Sanborn Ft. Collins Puppets Jeriel Jiminez Denver Citadel Drama Jasmine Cabrera Aurora Devotions In Motion Chloee Schott Bozeman

High Awards Honor Theory Award Tyler Griffin Denver Citadel Jr. Honor Camper Lorenzo Dow Denver Citadel Sr. Honor Camper Callie Boykins Denver Red Shield Jr. Outstanding Musician Jeriel Jiminez Denver Citadel Sr. Outstanding Musician Tyler Griffin Denver Citadel

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Sports Camp 2010 Rocked! Why? First of all, imagine a large group of teens (about 80). They all break out into focus groups - either bas-ketball or soccer, and are given personal instruction for over 4 hours a day. They also get free-time to do the ropes course, fish, swim, pur-chase items at the canteen (like candy), and mingle with each other (or to play against their instructors and camp staff members). During free-play, the competition gets tough as tackling and dirty playing abounds. This is a time where you can play whatever sport you like. Kids target their counselors - and get to take them on - "mano y mano." Seth Franco (from the Harlem Globetrotters) was also in the mix for the entire camp, and gave personal instruction to the basketball kids throughout the week (and played some dirty soccer during free-time as well). He also shared his testimony and spoke to teens one-on-one. On Sunday many kids took the challenge to live for God - to be an ex-ample of His love. During the ESPN Awards Ceremony trophies were given to the MVP's as well as the Honor Campers. Each cabin also had a Top Camper Award. On the last day, each kid got to take a ball - and they all got each other's autographs. Did you miss out on Teen Sports Camp last year? Don't make that mistake again! Teen Sports Camp is for kids age 13-18 and takes place from June 29th - July 4th, 2011. See you there!

Delegates arrived by van, all 20 Corps of the great Intermountain Division were rep-resented. In total, there were 172 of us (100 delegates, the others were chaper-ones and leaders lucky enough to be able to tag along). After registration, we ate din-ner and moved along to the first “United Session: Who Am I?” Each corps had an entry for a fashion show and they showed us their identity using their clothing. Capt. Raymond Erickson-King told us who he was, and how your past does not dictate your present. Late Night activities consisted of “Minute to Win it,” a Dance Dance Revo-lution (with Praise Tunes), making our own personalized ID cards, and playing board games. The next day started with an awe-some breakfast, then devotions by corps. We made our way to “United Session 2: What Am I Doing?” This was followed by a group photo, then Rotation stations. We had three stations that we rotated to (our groups had different colored wristbands), “My On-Line Identity,” “Sharing My Identity With Non-Believers,” and “Sports Identity.” After that, we all got to do Free-Time activi-ties, which consisted of: Polar Bear Club (where people jumped into freezing cold lakes), a 5K walk/run, a hike, high ropes course, football (where Maj. Doughty played dirty), basketball, volleyball, and a craft (making personalized tie dye shirts). Some of the kids (and leaders – I was guilty) joined in a friendly game of assassin

– where you each get a name (target) and mark each other with a marker, but only when the person is with less than two people. There were lots of groups of kids with bodyguards throughout the weekend – it was pretty funny. Justin Halverson cheated and marked me as I went through the dinner line (okay – he got me fair and square, but he was very tricky). For dinner we did a theme – “Dress like a celebrity you resemble.” I went as Brittany Spears, my husband followed suit as K-Fed. There were some “interesting” characters in attendance – such as the Joker, Lady Gaga, Abby from NCIS, and Nacho Libre - to name a few. That night we had a concert with Brian Campbell and band, followed by more late night activities. There was a cookout (with hotdogs and s’mores), a coffee house with live acoustic guitar (and an open mic – lit up with lights), and a movie: “To Save A Life.” I played board games in the coffee house for a few hours with CO’s and delegates mixed together beautifully and bonding as Capt. John Bennett and delegates soothed us with their singing and acoustic guitar. Capt. Shoshannah was cheating in scrabble and hiding tiles - I’ll be sure to pray for her. Sunday morning came fast, and all were challenged by the moving message from Maj. Ivan Wild. He dared the men to stand and promise to be

Godly men, and gave the girls roses and told them that their identity was in God. I almost cried as he passed roses to over 20 girls repeating to them that their self worth was not dictated by the world and that God made them beautiful. He gave a challenge to shred their old identity cards, and take a new one on the alter as they prayed – each signing a card saying “I found my identity in Christ.” He then invited them to leave their finger print on the cross - it was a black cross and their prints were fluorescent ink. When he passed the black-light over it he told them how the world was dark and their unique prints – their Godly identity - was a light to a dark world. Lives were touched, how can I say for sure? Because, I’m on facebook, and I spy on our kids. They all had some great, encouraging, posts the days following Youth Councils. I proudly read each one and com-mented back with a joyful heart. How can I sum up our weekend together? Old people wearing ear plugs, young people playing “the game,” and “assassin,” the Joker and Lady Gaga, a strange eyeball that con-stantly stared at me in meetings, Polar bears and 5K’s, a whirlwind of inside jokes – but most importantly – decisions made to purposefully Iden-tify ourselves in Him. God is good!

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Fall. Fall is my second favorite season of the year, first is summer. I really enjoy fall. The reasons why I enjoy fall are because of the colors of the leaves changing on the trees, a lot of the days are still warm outside, and seeing parts of nature changing. As there are 4 seasons in the year, I know that God created these 4 beautiful seasons to come after one another. Each of the seasons has its purpose and it’s evident to see the beauty in each of the seasons. I sometimes take things for granted because I get so caught up being busy in my everyday life. So sometimes, I forget to see the beauty of God’s amazing and beautiful creation that He provides for us each and every day. But, most of the time, I do notice the beauty of God’s amazing and beautiful creation as I sit outside wher-ever I may be, or as I drive around this pretty Intermountain Division. Take a moment out of each day to enjoy & appreciate God’s beauty that surrounds you. Ecclesiastes 3:1 says, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.”

Captain’s Corner By Captain Jennifer Erickson-King Associate Divisional Youth Secretary

Corps Cadet Kick-Off Boondocks Fun Center

On October 30th Corps Cadets from around the division joined together to “kick-off” this season of Corps Cadets at Boondocks Fun Center. It was a great time of fellowship, food, and fun! Armed with game tokens, the Corps Cadets set off to race bumper cars, play miniature golf, and face off in laser tag! This year we’ve seen an increase in the number of Corps Cadets in the division & we hope you’ll join us!

Become a Corps Cadet! Requirements: • Be 13 years old or in the 7th grade • Be part of the weekly Corps programs • Have parental consent • Be enrolled as a Junior Soldier*

*Non-soldiers may audit Corps Cadets with retroacti ve credit given upon enrollment. See your Corps Officer or Youth Leader for more inf ormation!!

Dates to Remember:

November 14th Junior Soldier

Enrollment Sunday

February 6th Candidates’ & Corps

Cadet Sunday

February 11th-13th Future Officer’s

Fellowship (CFOT)

March 4-6 Young Adult Retreat

Upcoming Events