Missions

Camp Nathanael Flood Recovery - Update Three

Curtiss Street Bible Fellowship from Mazomanie, Wisconsin continued their volunteer mission at Camp Nathanael in Kentucky on Thursday. The group of 35 individuals worked tirelessly to help with flood recovery efforts, making significant progress throughout the week.

On Thursday, the group finished setting 80 fence posts for the horse pasture, which was a massive accomplishment. This project required a lot of hard work and physical strength, but the group was determined to get it done, and they did so with precision and efficiency.

In addition to this, the group helped out in the camp's merch store, assisting with various tasks such as organizing and restocking merchandise. The group also hung lots more drywall, which requires patience and attention to detail.

The group also continued to clean up along the creek, an essential step in ensuring that the area is safe and habitable. This project required a lot of physical labor, but the group was up to the challenge, and they completed it with determination and enthusiasm.

Despite the hard work, the group was able to have some fun as well. The staff at Camp Nathanael set up a time for everyone involved to be able to ride horses late Thursday afternoon. This experience was a great way to unwind and enjoy some time together as a team.

The group's trip was undoubtedly a success, and they were able to make a significant impact on the recovery efforts at Camp Nathanael. They worked hard and had fun!

We don’t want to give away every detail of their trip as the group will be presenting on April 2nd at Curtiss Street Bible Fellowship - we’d love to have you join us to hear more about their adventures. We look forward to hearing more about their experiences and the impact they made on the community.

Camp Nathanael Flood Recovery - Update Two

Curtiss Street Bible Fellowship (Mazomanie, Wisconsin) is currently on day three of a five day missions trip to help with flood recovery at Camp Nathanael in Kentucky. The group, consisting of 35 dedicated individuals, arrived at the camp with a determination to make a difference and lend their hands and expertise to help the camp that was in need. If you missed Monday’s update click here!

On Tuesday, the group hit the ground running, and their hard work and dedication were evident from the start. They began by seeding and mulching several large areas, a crucial step in ensuring that the grass can regrow and will prevent further erosion issues from occurring. They then moved on to painting cabins, which was a big task but one that they tackled with enthusiasm.

The group also spent a lot of time cleaning the cabins, making sure that they were spotless and ready for visitors. They even painted a bathhouse, which was in need of some TLC. In addition to this, they installed lots of 6x6 posts for a fence around the horse pasture.

One of the most significant projects that the group took on was digging a 400ft trench, which was no easy feat. Fortunately they had a trench digger to help them out!

On Wednesday, the group continued their hard work, even though the weather wasn't on their side. They started the day by cleaning the girls' bathhouse, which was a big job. The group also took on some administrative tasks, stuffing 300 envelopes with newsletters, which will help keep the community informed about the work and ministry that is being done at Camp Nathanael.

In addition to this, they installed more fence posts, this time in the rain, which was a testament to their perseverance. What’s happening with all of the kids you might ask? Several of the teams and one adult take turns watching the kids for the four hour work shifts so that the parents and other teens can work on projects. Thank you to all that are serving in so many ways!

The group also laid carpet squares in the childcare building, which will provide comfort and warmth for the children. They even finished a second deck and started drywalling another house, a task that requires patience and attention to detail.

Overall, the group's efforts have been remarkable, and their dedication to helping the community at Camp Nathanael is truly inspiring. Through their hard work and determination, they have already been able to make a significant impact on the recovery efforts. Their efforts are a reminder that when we work together, for the glory of God and by His strength, we can accomplish great things and bring hope to those who need it most. As the team rolls in to day four we ask that you would pray for strength to finish the last two days well and ultimately to finish the trip in a way that brings glory to God.

Camp Nathanael Flood Recovery - Update One

Multiple teams of people from Curtiss Street Bible Fellowship (totaling 35) left the Mazomanie, WI area over the weekend to arrive, over 10 hours later, at their destination - Camp Nathanael in Emmalena, KY.

Camp Nathanael, like many other neighboring homes and communities in Eastern Kentucky was struck by a devastating flood near the end of July 2022.

Curtiss Street Bible Fellowship supports Cameron and Grace McIntyre as missionaries at Camp Nathanael. When the need of repair at the camp arose God called the team down to Kentucky for the week of March 20-24th. After getting settled on Sunday the team dug in first thing on Monday morning. They started by cleaning up two pastures that were riddled with trash from the flood and followed that up with the gutting of a house on the camp grounds. Later that afternoon they began re-insulating that same home and put began putting new drywall up.

Many members of the team were involved in stuffing newsletters on behalf of the camp. They stuffed and placed addresses on over 2000 envelopes! They also cleaned and cut up some trees that needed attention and started a second floor deck (see below). What an incredible first day!

They’ve developed a schedule of working for about four hours in the morning until lunch and then four hours in the afternoon until supper time. Many of the ladies have been working to prepare meals but from pictures it looks like everyone has gotten to take a turn in the kitchen. Please pray for strength and safety for the team. Please also pray that they would work as a team and glorify God in all that they do.

🐊 Final Update: Florida Missions Trip 2022

So much has been accomplished by the team in Florida and we praise God for their efforts, progress, and strength that He gave them to accomplish His work down there!

There were three buildings that the team worked on and they can be seen in the picture below. When they first walked in to the buildings (especially the main building) they were greeted by bare studs, screws and nails everywhere, and no insulation. What a difference they have made!

Before and after picture from the main building in one of the bedrooms. What a difference!

On the 13th the team put all of the brown panels up in the main area of the main building. In the second building they worked to install insulation and began the ceiling project which was installing wood paneling.

Yesterday they worked on trimming everything out including chair rail, baseboard and window trim in the main building.

Today they worked on the home and the cottage. They finished the ceiling project, insulation, and got the walls put back together and ready for the finishing touches of trim and flooring. In the cottage they completed demolition and sprayed the walls for mold remediation & prevention.

After the team leaves, flooring will be installed and the buildings will be largely completed.

Please be praying for the team that they would get a good nights rest and would have safe travels home. Praise God for the work that they were able to accomplish while they were in Florida and the lives they impacted. ♥

Missions Trip Before & After

Before and after picture from the main building in the main area.

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🐊 Update Two: Florida Missions Trip 2022

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The team is hitting the energy drinks hard as the project ramps up. 🥤 They are working on several living quarters that were damaged by the recent hurricane that crossed over Florida late in September of 2022. Much of the building has been gutted and the drywall has been taken off 4 feet up.

The team will be installing insulation and blue wood panels as seen in the picture below.

In the first house the team will be working on they will be fixing up the main living space, seven bedrooms, two bathrooms, a small laundry room, as well as a kitchenette. Once the insulation and panels are installed the team will also install chair rail around the edge and base board trim to finish it off. They hope to get to two other homes nearby to do similar projects before the week is over and have already started stripping the walls in those homes - similar to the one in the pictures.

Other projects will include replacing, repairing and trimming out windows. All of the trim has been cut, primed and is ready to be painted. Please remember to pray for the team!

🐊 Update One: Florida Missions Trip 2022

On December 9th, 2022, a team of 8 people from Curtiss Street Bible Fellowship flew down to Florida to assist with the recovery from Hurricane Ian.  The team plans to work on a bed and breakfast for a couple who bought the property only just before the hurricane came through and destroyed much of it.  Please be praying for safety, team unity, that people would see their need for Jesus, and that the Lord would be glorified.