October 2009
A Word from Base Camp
by John Smithbaker
FORGIVENESS: It is at the heart of Fathers in the Field. Without it, there is no hope for the lost. Without it, fatherless boys cannot find true freedom - freedom from the destructive, anger-filled behavior that results from the abandonment wound. The Lord convicted me of this truth when He brought me to my knees some years ago and I asked for His forgiveness. When He extended His grace to me, He spoke to my heart...Read More
A Healing Journey
Masen's Story
Eleven-year-old Masen had never met his father who left him for a life of crime that ultimately led to prison. The wound of abandonment that Masen carried was not visible on the outside, but it gnawed at him on the inside, producing anger and resentment and convincing him that he was not worthy of a father's love.
In 2006, Masen, then nine years old, was enrolled in Fathers in the Field through a local church. Masen's grandmother noticed...
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In 2006, Masen, then nine years old, was enrolled in Fathers in the Field through a local church. Masen's grandmother noticed...
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Hero Highlight
Meet Keith Polk, Mississippi
Church ChampionMentor Father
Keith, my dear brother in Christ, has been instrumental in the launching of Fathers in the Field. He answered the call to be a Champion for the fatherless in his church and, by participating in our 'pilot' year, he gave us crucial feedback with the curriculum and other ministry materials. Keith's love of the outdoors is only outmatched by his love of his family and of his Savior. What an encouragement and inspiration he... Read More
DID YOU KNOW?
PROBLEM:
In 2007, 1.71 million (40% of all babies born in America) were born to unwed mothers (source: Nat'l Ctr for Health Stats) CONSEQUENCE: When a father isn't in the home, a child is more likely to end up behind bars. 67% of prison inmates grew up with no father in the home (source: U.S. Bureau of Justice) |
JOURNEY TIPS
MENTOR FATHERS:
Packing up for year-end Adventure Passage? Don't forget a camera! Most Field Buddies have no father/son memories. Take lots of photos and use the Journey Gift 'Photo Album' to build memories were there are none. This is so important! |
YOUR FIELDBACK
Mike Disario, Georgia
"I've seen countless 'outdoor related' ministries come and go but I've never seen one like this. It is extremely well put together, easy to administer, fun and most importantly LIFE CHANGING for everyone involved. It simply requires 1 man and an honest commitment to a young boy and the Kingdom." Send us your comments |
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