2011-12-20

Cook's Short Order Update

Genesis 1:15 "God made the two great lights, the greater light to govern the day, and the lesser light to govern the night; He made the stars also."

Then He sent His Son to be the Light of the World, as a human, and still God! Impossible to figure out, this God! But we are so thankful for His amazing love for us; thankful for His gift of salvation; thankful for this time of year to put special focus on Jesus, the focus of Heaven, and hopefully the focus of our lives.

Praise the Lord!!! He has provided a house for us. A dear friend in our church has offered a home to stay in for as long as we need! It needs some work so pray as we seek to get this and packing and moving accomplished in the next weeks and month.

Praise:
1. A wonderful home in the country.
2. A wonderful church family to help with the transition.
3. 9 lives who were rescued by the power of the Holy Spirit this Sunday at our church!
4. So many friends like you who are praying for us. We love you guys!

Prayer:
1. 2nd vehicle as I will need to get a "real" job for a while.
2. We will need an electric dryer and stove and a place to store our gas dryer and stove (and a few other things) - we may try putting in a small LP tank so we can use what we have.
3. We need boxes and packing bubbles and such.
4. For the new believers' protection and growth mentioned above.
5. For our friends at Mirriam Christian Chapel in Indiana. Their Pastor recently went home to be with his Savior.

Bruce Cook
for Michelle (my lovely best friend), Bryan (21), Nate (19), Caleb (16), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

2011-12-09

Cook's Short Order Update

Dear Friends,

It's been just three weeks since I resigned from Bible Impact Ministries, yet God has overwhelmed us with so much support from some of you. Thank you! You are a blessing to us during a tough time of growth.

Please keep praying that:

1. We will remain faithful to God

2. We will lead our family in integrity

3. Our family will grow in grace and integrity through this

4. I can find work till God leads to the next ministry

We are talking with a couple different people about houses that may be available to us. Packing will not be an easy thing for us, as memories will make the job difficult. Pray that God will grow us even through this task.

We love you, our faithful supporters, and we will keep you informed each step of the journey.

2011 Fall Prayer Letter

Find our full Prayer Letter here.

2011-11-23

To our dear faithful supporters,

I have resigned from my position with Bible Impact Ministries and Whispering Winds Bible Camp. I’m sure you understand that this was not an easy decision.

It became evident during the most recent board meeting, that there are ongoing, apparently unresolvable issues between us and this ministry.

Every Christian must stand before God and answer for his or her actions. If Michelle and I have made wrong decisions we will give an account before God.

I do not feel that it will be beneficial to anyone to discuss details in this letter. However, if any of you, our dear faithful supporters, feel you need more answers, please call and we will do our best to answer any and all questions while following the biblical mandate to speak truth lovingly.

We have been given until January 31 to live on the property here and collect support through Bible Impact Ministries. We are continuing to live on faith support. We will continue seeking God’s plan for us and we will keep you updated as much as possible.

We beg of you to pray for us during this transition. Pray that: 1) we will be faithful to God in all respects, 2) God will keep Michelle and I faithful to our family in all respects, 3) we will not miss what God has next, nor jump ahead of His timing.

We love each of you dearly, and count on your support to help us remain faithful servants of our Savior,

Bruce Cook

2011-11-18

November 22, 2011

Dear Supporters of Bruce and Michelle Cook,

Bruce and Michelle Cook have been an important part of Bible Impact Ministries the last two years.

Bruce worked as the Outdoor Education Director, Resident Camp Director and Camp Crew Director. Michelle and the rest of the family have assisted him in his ministry.

The Cook’s have presented their letter of resignation to Bible Impact Ministries Board effective November 18, 2011.

Sometimes in ministry there are issues that become too difficult. Acts 16:36-41 describes one of those times for Paul and Barnabas, two dedicated servants of Jesus Christ. There had to be a parting of ways with both having very valuable ministries afterward.

We, as a board, commend Bruce and Michelle for their service at Bible Impact Ministries. We believe they will continue to be valuable in ministry in the future.

The Cook’s are scheduled to live on campus until January 31^st. Receiving support through this ministry will continue until that time. We urge you to keep on supporting the Cooks during their transition to another ministry.

Patrick Norris

Chairman of the Board

2011-11-07

Cook's Short Order Update

Genesis 1:15 "And let them be for lights in the expanse of the heavens to give light on the earth"; and it was so.

It seems to me that we all look at Nature too much, and live with her too little."

- Oscar Wilde

Prayer:

1. For God to lead many summer staff to us at ABC this week.

2. For God to provide our ministry with a General Director and Program Director.

3. For God to help our staff work as a team during this time without a Director.

4. For God to keep us faithful

Praise:

1. Great start to the Missions Conference at ABC today. We love it here!

2. Good time with our sending church, Mount Tabor, last night.

3. Encouraging word from a pastor from India last night.

4. Fun time surprising Nate yesterday. We hope to see Bryan tomorrow night!

Bruce Cook

for Michelle (my lovely best friend), Bryan (21), Nate (19), Caleb (16), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

Outdoor Education Director

Whispering Winds Bible Camp

St. James, MO 65449

2011-11-02

Cook's Short Order Update

Genesis 1:14 "Then God said, 'Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night, and let them be for signs and for seasons and for days and years;"

"I'm not limiting God to 6 days. He could have done it in 6 minutes. I'm just believing what God said He did! ~ Dr. Tommy Mitchell

Prayer:

1. For faithfulness among our staff and our family.

2. For a trip to West Virginia next week for ABC's Missions Conference.

3. Discernment as we begin the search for next summer's staff.

4. Servant hearts for upcoming retreats (next two weekends).

Praise:

1. For a wonderful week as a family!

2. For a fun day with our favorite 16 year old, Caleb!

3. For a great few days with a christian school from O'Fallon, MO!

4. For breath in our lungs!

5. For God providing a place to do rappelling and caving!

Bruce Cook

for Michelle (gorgeous to the end), Bryan (21), Nate (19), Caleb (16), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

Outdoor Education Director

Whispering Winds Bible Camp

St. James, MO 65449

2011-10-24

Cook's Short Order Update

Genesis 1:13 "There was evening and there was morning, a third day."

"If Genesis 1 is not true, tell me where we begin believing the Bible?" ~ Dr. Tommy Mitchell

Prayer:

1. Upcoming Fall Youth Retreat. Pray for the speaker, Fred Kornis.

2. That God will soon provide our ministry with a General Director and other staff positions.

3. That we will be faithful servants of Jesus, our church family, our guests at Camp, and our fellow staff

Praise:

1. For a super Creation Conference.

2. For the literal teaching of Genesis 1 during the Conference.

3. For our Pastor, David Gidcumb, who faithfully teaches the truth as it is written.

4. For Skype. We had a good time chatting with Nate the other day.

5. For Seth getting over a very short flu time.

Bruce Cook

Outdoor Education Director

Bible Impact Ministries

St. James, MO

573-265-7445

for Michelle (gorgeous to the end), Bryan (21), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO 65449

2011-10-17

Cook's Short Order Update

Genesis 1:12 "The earth brought forth vegetation, plants yielding seed after their kind, and trees bearing fruit with seed in them, after their kind; and God saw that it was good."

"How bravely autumn paints upon the sky the gorgeous fame of summer which is fled!" - Thomas Hood

Prayer:

1. Creation Conference this Friday and Saturday. Pray for Dr. Tommy Mitchell to have strength and clarity as he speaks. He has conferences on either side of ours.

2. That God will soon provide our ministry with a General Director and other staff positions.

3. That our family will always be faithful to Jesus Christ.

Praise:

1. For a beautiful Fall season.

2. For God's love and faithfulness.

3. Cooler temps and lower humidity. Missouri is really quite beautiful in the Fall!

4. Our pastors at New Harmony Church, who preach and teach faithfully. Thank you, men!

Our current regular monthly support is about 50%. Thank you for being faithful partners with us!

Bruce

for Michelle (gorgeous to the end), Bryan (21), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

Outdoor Education Director

Whispering Winds Bible Camp

St. James, MO 65449

2011-10-10

Cook's Short Order Update

Genesis 1:11 "Then God said, 'Let the earth sprout vegetation, plants yielding seed, and fruit trees on the earth bearing fruit after their kind with seed in them'; and it was so."

"The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn." R.W.Emerson. Isn't God amazing?!

Prayer:
1. Upcoming retreats this month - that we will be a blessing to our guests

2. Creation Conference at Whispering Winds Bible Camp - Oct. 21-22 - that God will give Dr. Mitchell clear communication

3. Faithfulness in home, church, ministry

Praise:
1. Souls being saved in our church

2. Spiritual growth in our family

3. Our kids being excited about serving

4. Nate's school bill is taken care of through September

Our current regular monthly support is about 50%. Thank you for being faithful partners with us!

Bruce
for Michelle (gorgeous to the end), Bryan (21), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO 65449

2011-10-03

Cook's Short Order Update

Genesis 1:10 "God called the dry land earth, and the gathering of the waters He called seas; and God saw that it was good."

"Men, like rivers become crooked by following the line of least resistance." Edvard Raasted. "God, help me and my family always be brave." Bruce

Prayer:
1. Upcoming Creation Conference, Oct. 21-22. Dr. Tommy Mitchell of AiG is our speaker.
2. Faithfulness in whatever God asks of us.
3. For continued faithful prayer and financial support. For those who support us now, "Thank you!", from our hearts.
4. For each of us (Bruce, Michelle, Bryan, Nate, Caleb, Kaitie, Seth) to look more like Jesus each day.

Praise:
1. God's Holy Spirit!
2. Good very first LOG Cabin School classes the last two weeks.
3. For our kids who are blessing us with their lives! God has been so good to us!

Bruce
for Michelle (gorgeous to the end), Bryan (21), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO 65449

2011-09-13

Cook's Short Order Update

Genesis 1:9 "Then God said, "Let the waters below the heavens be gathered into one place, and let the dry land appear"; and it was so.

"For the scientist who has lived by his faith in the power of reason, the story ends like a bad dream. He has scaled the mountain of ignorance; he is about to conquer the highest peak; as he pulls himself over the final rock, he is greeted by a band of theologians who have been sitting there for centuries." Astronomer Robert Jastrow.

A trip to West Virginia a couple weekends ago included dropping Nate off at Appalachian Bible College ("thank you God, for such a fine place to leave our son!"), a couple hours with Bryan, a visit with our sending church, Mount Tabor Baptist Church, and several very short visits with others in the area. It was very tough leaving Nate, both for us and for him, but God gives us these precious gifts only for a time. Thank you God!

Prayer:
1. Trip to a new church in Indiana this weekend.
2. Need for General Director and Camp Program Director for Bible Impact Ministries.
3. Our home school has picked up again.

Praise:
1. Nate is safely at ABC
2. Breath in our lungs
3. Some awesome family times
4. Seth is excited to be learning in his science class about the universe God created.
5. Michelle and I got to take off for a couple days for our 25th anniversary (Thank you!).

Bruce
for Michelle (gorgeous to the end), Bryan (21), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO 65449

2011-08-23

Cook's Short Order Update

"The wonder is that we can see these trees and not wonder more." (Ralph Waldo Emerson). I don't know Mr. Emerson's stand before God, but regardless, even the tree should make us stand in wonder at the God Who created them.

We have learned that some of you may be getting notified several times for each update we send out. We apologize for this. We just began using Facebook Group so you may be getting our update through email, our Facebook Page (Cooks at Whispering Winds Bible Camp), and our Facebook Group (Friends of the Cooks). Who knows, you may also be getting notified by our blog and twitter and the neighbor's dog.

If you would like to be dropped from our list in any way let us know.

Prayer:
1. Very busy schedule ahead
2. Drop off Nate at ABC
3. Visit our sending church in West Virginia this week (Mount Tabor Baptist Church) and potential supporting church in Indiana in September.
4. Need for General Director for Bible Impact Ministries.
5. Labor Day Celebration and Scholarship Benefit Auction.
6. Our home school starts after Labor Day.

Praise:
1. Nate going to ABC
2. Breath in our lungs
3. Some awesome family times
4. Time for Dad and Nate backpacking

Bruce
for Michelle (gorgeous to the end), Bryan (20), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO 65449

2011-08-08

Cook's Short Order Update
Genesis 1:7 - "God made the expanse, and separated the waters which were below the expanse from the waters which were above the expanse; and it was so."

"If you could hear the voices in the wind, what secrets might you hear from distant lands?"

This summer was one of stretching, growth, and waiting on the Lord. Your prayers have been invaluable to us. Thank you! Summer Camp is done but we are already busy with plans for our Labor Day Celebration, a Creation Conference scheduled for late October, retreats, rentals, and travel. Man, I'm tired already just thinking about it.

If you receive the BIM Newsletter (quarterly) you will read about our new outdoor education program. It has a name: Whispering Winds LOG Cabin School. You will continue to hear about this in the coming months. As we speak we are also working on web pages and other avenues to use this tool to serve you.

Nate is making plans to be at Appalachian Bible College by the end of this month. We are so excited about what God has ahead for him. Caleb will be the new man of the house whenever Mom and Dad are out. We are proud of how God is growing these young men. Kaitie and Seth are growing in their walks with God and we love to watch them progress toward Jesus Christ.

Current support level - approx. 50%

God has been gracious to us. We praise Him for His care for us this summer.

Bruce
for Michelle, Bryan (20), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (12), Seth (9)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO 65449

2011-06-10

"Then God said, "Let there be an expanse in the midst of the waters, and let it separate the waters from the waters." Genesis 1:6

"I believe in God, only I spell it Nature." - Frank Lloyd Wright. The problem is too many people would agree with Mr. Wright. How very very sad.

Camp has started. Last week was Summer Staff training. We started with a small fire on Sunday as Camp Crew arrived, a mix up on cabin assignments on Monday, late additions to the camper attendance, a fight midweek. I have been filling the role of Program Director so most of this fell to me to deal with. God was gracious and helped us through.

We had a great time training, teaching, learning to love our staff. They are wonderful people and are making this ministry run smoothly. This week is our first Junior Resident and Teen Wilderness camps. Almost done and getting ready for next week: Junior Wilderness and Teen Resident.

The days are long now and Michelle and I are both working long hours. Nate and Caleb are working hard as Counselor and Camp Crew. Please pray for Kaitie and Seth as we are separated much. It is becoming hard on them.

Good news!!:
So far 5 have accepted Christ as their Savior this week!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Current Support level: approx 50%.

Thank you for sticking with us,

Bruce, Michelle (brains and beauty of the outfit), Bryan (20), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (12), Seth (8)

Outdoor Education Director
Summer Staff Supervisor

Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO
573-265-7445

2011-05-24

Cook's Short Order Update

"God called the light day, and the darkness He called night. And there was evening and there was morning, one day." Genesis 1:5

"Rivers and rocks and trees have always been talking to us, but we've forgotten how to listen." - Michael Roads

Nate is now gradumatated! Last Saturday Nate gave his first formal speech and sang a song he wrote while playing the guitar. By God's grace he did awesomely on both accounts! Bruce gave the charge to the graduates (forgot his reading glasses so there was a panic moment when he got to the platform).

About a week ago Bruce completed his Open Water Rescue Lifeguard training and is working on his CDL this week. He and Jake (Wilderness Program Director) are working hard to get the Climbing Wall ready and the schedule ready Staff Orientation Week.

Bruce just learned today that he has been appointed to the New Harmony Christian Academy School Board. Pray for wisdom as he serves.

Caleb, Kaitie and Seth are very excited... another school year is done, so this means endless hours outside exploring God's wonderful Creation.

Speaking of summer, Michelle's responsibilities will increase a bunch this summer as we are short-staffed. Bruce will be acting as Program Director most weeks so Michelle will be the Camp Crew Supervisor. Pray for stamina and wisdom. Pray for Kaitie and Seth as this means they will need to share Mom a little more this summer. Please pray that as this summer unfolds God will help Michelle and Bruce be great parents.

Thank you for sticking with us,

Bruce (can poor concrete), Michelle (brains and beauty of the outfit), Bryan (20), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (11), Seth (8)

Outdoor Education Director
Summer Staff Supervisor

Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO
573-265-7445

2011-05-11

Cook's Short Order Update

"God called the light day, and the darkness He called night. And there was evening and there was morning, one day." Genesis 1:5

"Rivers and rocks and trees have always been talking to us, but we've forgotten how to listen." - Michael Roads

We enjoyed a good trip to West Virginia for Bruce's graduation, spend time with Bryan, connect with supporters, short update with our sending church and visit our favorite locations in and around New River Gorge. We didn't have enough cash to make this trip, but God knew our needs (of course!) and provided through some of you. Thank you. This was a special time for our family.

Please pray as we look for:
1-2 additional male Counselors
1-2 additional Camp Crew
Maintenance
Nurses
Lifeguard

If you know of someone who can give a week or even better, the 6 weeks from May 29 through July 17 let us know. How about you?

Thank you for sticking with us,

Bruce
for
Michelle (my best friend), Bryan (20), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (11), Seth (8)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO
573-265-7445

2011-04-26

Cook's Short Order Update

"God saw that the light was good; and God separated the light from the darkness." Genesis 1:4

"Why did not somebody teach me the constellations and make me at home in the starry heavens, which are always overhead, and which I don't half know to this day." Thomas Carlyle

Several have asked in the past few months what we do in the "off-season". Now that it's almost over, here is part of what's been going on since last August:

Raising support - contacting churches, individuals
Searching resources for Outdoor Education including conservation department
Catching up on rest and family time from 100+ hr/weeks from the summer
Regular property hikes to identify potential Outdoor Education material
Contacting agencies for training for various requirements for my job (CDL, Lifeguard, CPR/1^stAid, Ropes Course Manager)
Attend various job related conferences
Summer Staff (Counselors, Camp Crew) recruitment trips
Learning as much as possible about Ropes Courses to facilitate my role as Ropes Course Manager
Working on three Masters classes to finish by May 2011
Learning new software to be more efficient and productive
Sorting/Organizing/Editing 50,000+ data base of photos for this ministry
Keeping Facebook content fresh on multiple pages
Photograph ongoing life of ministry and missionaries
Working on Ideas for Outdoor Education website as well as Facebook page
Build projects to use in Outdoor Education
Research places to gain ongoing education/professional development for myself
Keep regular contact with summer staff to monitor their spiritual growth as well as maintain relationships built through summer season
Supervise cleaning of facilities prior to each rental group (we've had 14 since the summer session)
Research needed facilities and costs
Assist with annual budget proposal
Develop material for Outdoor Education Classes
Evaluate previous summer programs to adjust for next season
Develop new brochure for new Outdoor Education program
Develop philosophy and mission for new Outdoor Education program
Help develop new brochures for all existing programs for coming summer
Help design new t-shirts for coming summer
Inspect ropes equipment and purchase replacement gear as necessary
Write devotionals for 7 days/6 weeks for Summer Staff
Plan weekend activities for 8 weeks for Summer Staff
Evaluate Summer Staff for future summer needs
Build/Manage/Maintain trails
Conduct pre-trips for all off campus trips (multi-day adventure trips, day canoe and tubing trips)
Help coordinate A/V for retreats, rentals
Help facilitate program for retreats, rentals

Now the summer is racing toward us. Pray for us as we prepare.

Thank you for sticking with us,

Bruce
for
Michelle (my best friend), Bryan (20), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (11), Seth (8)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO
573-265-7445

2011-04-06

Cook's Short Order Update

"Then God said, "Let there be light"; and there was light." Genesis 1:3

"I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station, through which God speaks to us every hour, if we will only tune in." George Washington Carver.

Happy Birthday, Nate!!! He turned 19 last week. We rejoice in his life. One of our doctors suggested we end his life due to an unusually high number from one test. Life is too precious to base it on opinions.

We are in the middle of several retreats. Men's Retreat, Teen Retreat, Lady's Retreat. Fun stuff after the quiet winter months. One of the teens who attended our Spring Teen Retreat is now a Christian!!!! Praise the Lord and pray for her.

After living here for almost a year we finally played frizbee golf. It's right outside our door and just waiting to be used. I guess we're slow. Fun time as a family!

The plan is for Bruce to graduate from Appalachian Bible College's Master of Arts in Ministry program this May 7, 10 am. We are excited to announce Nate will be graduating from the Cook Home School May 21, 2pm, at First Assembly of God, Rolla, MO.


Thank you for sticking with us,
Bruce
for
Michelle (my best friend), Bryan (20), Nate (19), Caleb (15), Kaitie (11), Seth (8)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO
573-265-7445

2011-03-25

Cook's Short Order Update

"The earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was moving over the surface of the waters." Genesis 1:2

"Teaching children about the natural world should be treated as one of the most important events of their lives." Thomas Berry

We have some exciting announcements to make in the next few weeks regarding the Outdoor Education program at Whispering Winds Bible Camp. Don't miss it!

Do you know of a church that needs a pastor? Dan Best is a pastor in Ohio and looking for a church to serve in the mid-west to eastern part of the country. I will pass on your interest if you let me know.

We are finally home after 1200 miles and several presentations, a wedding, many hugs and laughs connecting with friends and family. God has been so gracious to us. Thank you Chris and Jeanie for the warm soft beds, and World Missionary Press for the same.

Bruce
for
Michelle (my best friend), Bryan (20), Nate (18), Caleb (15), Kaitie (11), Seth (8)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
St. James, MO
573-265-7445

2011-03-07

Thank you Chris and Jeanie for opening your home. Thank you so many friends for spending time with us. You are precious people to us.

2011-02-23

Cook's Short Order Update

"In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." Genesis 1:1

"The sun, with all those planets revolving around it and dependent on it, can still ripen a bunch of grapes as if it had nothing else in the universe to do." Galileo

Attended the 3CA Camping Conference last week. Wow! Thank you so much to our supporters for making attendance at these events possible. Great time of learning and brainstorming.

Stuff is beginning to take shape for our Outdoor Ed program. If you visit Bible Impact Ministries you will find some new stuff to check out. Sometime in March we will also be announcing and introducing some exciting stuff.

Bruce
for
Michelle (my best friend), Bryan (20), Nate (18), Caleb (15), Kaitie (11), Seth (8)

2011-02-09

Cook's Short Order Update

"For I know the plans that I have for you, declares the Lord..." Jeremiah 29:11.

"... time in nature is not leisure time, it's an essential investment in our children's health." Richard Louv.

Praise the Lord! New Harmony Church in Salem, MO, our new home church, has decided to take us on as one of their missionaries. What a blessing. Thank you all.

That brings our current support level to about 47%.

We are so grateful for how God supplies. Due to the generosity of you, our supporters, we are able to put new tires on our van, replace a small appliance, and other needed items. Did you notice our financial support level above? Evidently God is not concerned with percentage when it comes to providing for our needs. Phil. 4:19!

Please pray for:
1. Nate as he works through some decisions. We want him to be confident in God's plan for him.
2. A few who have contacted us regarding potential support. We want them to know God's desire in this matter.

Bruce Cook
for
Michelle (my best friend), Bryan (20), Nate (18), Caleb (15), Kaitie (11), Seth (8)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
Bible Impact Ministries
St. James, MO
573-265-7445

2011-01-26

Cook's Short Order Update

To go or not to go. That is the question we ask ourselves whenever there is inclement weather and we are leaving our driveway. Stuff is so far away, and on less than ideal roads, we have to weigh these decisions carefully. God is gracious (I know you knew that) and has protected us from harm so far this winter. Thank you God!

"God writes the gospel not in the Bible alone, but on trees and flowers and clouds and stars." Martin Luther said that. Hmmm... was he an outdoor education specialist as well as theologian?

The 2011 Winter Prayer Letter is finally available. There are a few ways to view the prayer letter online. Either follow the link a couple entries down or view it here full-screen. Don't you like choices? Let us know what you like.... or don't like.


Thank you for being our friends,
Bruce
Michelle (my best friend), Bryan (20), Nate (18), Caleb (15), Kaitie (11), Seth (8)

2011 Winter

2011-01-25

2011 Winter Prayer Letter

2011-01-19 addition

After sending the update yesterday, my lovely wife pointed out that I missed a couple things.

First, our projected support by the end of this month should be at 43%!

Second, the link that will take you to our online Prayer Letter won't be available immediately. Look for it in the next couple days.

I am sorry for the confusion and lack of information and very thankful for my wife!

Bruce Cook

2011-01-19

Cook's Short Order Update

Are you in a routine after the recent Christmas and New Year season?

Great news! One of our supporters increased their financial support for us! And a church is considering taking us on as one of their missionaries. Praise the Lord for His provisions!

Enjoying traveling to bball games for Nate and Caleb, though when all 4 teams play it's a rather long day. Our newest Prayer Letter is on its way to you, that is, if we have your physical mailing address. If not, check any of the links above to find an online version. You can always have us add your physical address for our next mailing.

Thank you for praying for us,
Bruce

for Michelle (my best friend), Bryan (20), Nate (18), Caleb (15), Kaitie (11), Seth (8)

Outdoor Education Director
Whispering Winds Bible Camp
A ministry of Bible Impact Ministries

2011-01-01

Happy New Year

As we begin 2011, we wish to thank you who have supported us through 2010 with many prayers and faithful gifts! God knows each of our needs and we thank you for being part of meeting them. God bless each of you.