2016

14 God replied to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM. Say this to the people of Israel: I AM has sent me to you.” 15God also said to Moses, “Say this to the people of Israel: Yahweh, the God of your ancestors - the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob - has sent me to you. This is my eternal name, my name to remember for all generations.” - Exodus 3:14-15 NLT

renew . connect . equip

Remembering God - ‘His Names’ 2016 has arrived! We are excited once again to present our MBC experiences to all who would come and enjoy a great time away in Muskoka. Each experience is designed with our mission in mind — to renew your relationship with God, connect you with one another, and equip you to be the hands and feet of God in your community.

WELCOME

This year we wrap up our three-year theme focused on ‘Remembering God’ (Ecclesiastes 12). We have looked at God’s ‘Attributes’ in 2014, His ‘Promises’ in 2015 and now in 2016 we will reflect on His ‘Names’.

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Summer@MBC is a great opportunity for a family vacation built around faith in the God of Scripture. Your family will discover great opportunities to enjoy a full resort experience in beautiful Muskoka including compelling kids, youth and adult programming that has Bible teaching as its focus. Fellowship with other believers is the icing on the cake as you and your children will make friends to last a lifetime. Our MBC Retreats are another option for you to enjoy a Muskoka getaway that is built around Bible teaching and the fellowship of other believers and those seeking to understand the God Who has revealed Himself through Scripture. MBC is also a great place to maximize your church or missions

focused Group Retreats. Our team is eager to serve you with excellence in every aspect of your experience and we are open year round! We also have some exceptional opportunities for young people to grow spiritually as they serve through our Stepping Stones Discipleship experience. (steppingstones.muskokabiblecentre.com) Check out our Camp Widjiitiwin ministry to see if your children or someone you know could benefit from a great week at camp. (www.mycamp.ca) Please take some time to review our schedule and plan an experience that best meets your needs. There are accommodation and meal plan options to suit every budget. Call one of our front office team members to reserve your space (800.551.0168) or check out our website at www.muskokabiblecentre.com Be sure to ‘like’ us on facebook for updates on our theme as well as other news that may be of interest to you and your family (facebook.com/MuskokaBibleCentre) In Christ, John Friesen CEO, Muskoka Bible Centre

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WHAT’S INSIDE

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Summer @ MBC: Adult Ministry Schedule Live @ MBC Kids Program Youth Program Recreation Guest Amenities Meals & Meal Plans Accommodations - Nightly and Weekly Rates Family Cottages Campground Make MBC Your Family Tradition 2016 Program Schedule Retreats @ MBC Camp Widjiitiwin MBC Policies & Information

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SUMMER @ MBC

Summer @ MBC: Adult Ministry Schedule

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WEEK 1 July 2 – 9

WEEK 2 July 9 – 16

WEEK 3 July 16 – 23

Dwayne Cline

Brett McBride

Roger Pascoe

Aaron Rock

Paul Martin

John Mahaffey

Hughson St. Baptist Church, Hamilton

The Peoples Church Toronto

Hespeler Baptist Church, Cambridge

Southwood Church Windsor

Grace Fellowship Church, Toronto

West Highland Baptist Church, Hamilton

July 30 – August 6

WEEK 4 July 23 – 30

WEEK 5 Theme Week: The Bible & The Future

Rick Baker

Adam Brown

Michael Haykin

Calvary Baptist Church, Oshawa

The Rock Community Church, Woodstock

Southern Baptist West Highland Baptist Toronto Baptist Seminary, Toronto Theological Seminary, Church, Hamilton Louisville, Kentucky

John Mahaffey

Kirk Wellum

Russell Fuller

Michael Pohlman

Southern Baptist Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky Louisville, Kentucky

August 13 – 20

WEEK 6 August 6 – 13

WEEK 7 Theme Week: Inspire Hope! Conference

David Barker

Michael Haykin

Mike Krause

Heritage College & Seminary, Cambridge

Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky

International Justice Spoken Word Artist Southridge Community President, Long Beach, California Church, St. Catharines Compassion Canada Mission, Canada Also featuring Fresh IE (Rob Wilson) and Sheila North-Wilson

Barry Slauenwhite Ed Wilson

Micah Bournes

WEEK 9 August 27 – September 3

Labour Day Weekend September 3 – 5

Paul Carter

Steve West

Glenn Deane

Lawrence Jensen

Paul Kerr

First Baptist Church Orillia

Crestwicke Baptist Church, Guelph

Pinegrove Fellowship Church, Bracebridge

New Sweden Mission Church, Wetaskiwin, Alberta

Barrie

SUMMER @ MBC

WEEK 8 August 20 – 27

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LIVE @ MBC

Ten special Saturday evening presentations await you this summer.

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Week 1: July 2

NEWWORLDSON* newworldson.com

Week 2: July 9

PAUL TURNER paulturnermusic.ca

Week 3: July 16

THE FIDGETS fidgetcomedy.com In partnership with Compassion Canada

Week 4: July 23

RESCUE JUNCTION rescuejunctionband.com

Week 5: July 30

TORONTO MASS CHOIR* tmc.ca

Week 6: August 6

NORTHERN SPIRIT BIG BAND nsbband.com

Week 7: August 13

SHAUN GROVES shaungroves.com In partnership with Compassion Canada

*MBC will be hosting two ticketed events this summer: Newworldson on the July ‘Kick-off’ Long Weekend, and Toronto Mass Choir on the Civic holiday, Saturday July 30th. Tickets prices as follows: • With MBC wristband: $10+hst * • Without MBC wristband: $15+hst * * Chapel seating (no pre-set seats) • Outdoor Chapel overflow seating: $5+hst July 2nd concert starts at 7pm (doors open at 6:15pm) July 30th concert starts at 8pm (doors open at 7:15pm) Ticket sales at the MBC office, the Nibble Nook, and at the door.

FRESH IE freshmusic.ca Week 8: August 20

THE MASTER’S FOUR masters4.com

Week 9: August 27

THE WIEBES thewiebesmusic.com

Labour Day Weekend: Sept. 5

CAROLYN ARENDS carolynarends.com In partnership with Compassion Canada

Newworldson Saturday July 2/16

Toronto Mass Choir Saturday July 30/16

Kids Program MBC loves families! We provide an intentional experience for each child that joins our program. Our desire is to see children connect with God and each other in a way that will lay a strong foundation for their faith journey. Each day provides high energy programming that will inspire your children to explore and experience God’s truth in everyday life!

Ages/Grade 0-17 months 18-35 months 3-4 years old JK/SK completed Grade 1-3 completed

Program Crawlers Little Steps Hoppers Jumpers Skippers

Register your children online prior to your arrival at www.muskokabiblecentre.com

KIDS PROGRAM

Programming provided 10am to noon and 7pm until after chapel Monday through Friday. Sunday programs at 9am and 11am, and evening program begins at 7pm until after chapel.

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Youth Program

YOUTH PROGRAM

At MBC we seek to engage youth through building relationships both on and off the playing field. Our leaders are a fun loving group of individuals who seek to see lives changed through interactive chapel sessions. Your youth will enjoy a wide range of activities both morning and evening.

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Programming provided 10am to noon and 7pm until after chapel Monday through Friday.

Grade Grade 4 to 5 Grade 6 to 7 Grade 8 to 12

Program XT – Cross Trainers RIOT YAC

XT-Cross Trainers Sunday morning program at 9am or 11am at Founders Hall. RIOT and YAC join their parents in the main Chapel at 9am or 11am.

Register your youth online prior to your arrival at www.muskokabiblecentre.com

Recreation Your MBC summer can be as relaxed or as energized as you want it to be. A wide selection of activities is available, including: • Sandy beach on beautiful Mary Lake • Shuffleboard • Mini-Golf • 9 Hole Disc Golf • Beach Volleyball, Tennis, Pickleball • Riverside Live (variety show) • Praise & Prayer Worship Experience • Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddleboarding $ • Fishing • Boat Rentals $ • Waterskiing, Tubing, Wakeboarding $ • NEW... Paintball $ • And MORE!

RECREATION

• Boat Cruises $

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Guest Amenities STAY CONNECTED! Internet is free in all locations. A password will be required in areas other than the Hub and the Park Office in order to manage bandwidth usage.

GUEST AMENITIES

THE NIBBLE NOOK: carries a wide variety of fresh-baked goods, food, treats, ice and firewood for your convenience.

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THE BOOKSTORE AT MBC: You will find a large selection of Christian books, music, cards,

gifts and more.

THE MBC MARINA & SPORTS ZONE: A large selection of activities and water sports are available to you. Boat slips and Canoe/Kayak racks also available to meet your needs. Please enquire at the Campground or Marina Office for full details on our Marina and Sports Zone activities. GOLF CART RENTALS: Golf carts are available for partial or weekly rental. Reserve yours

at the Park Office.

Meals & Meal Plans BREAKFAST BUFFET: Part of your Room Reservation, with pricing based on the number of guests in your room. Adults (13+): $12, Children (5-12): Free* *If staying in accommodation rooms with parent/guardian. Dinners:

Adults (13+): $12-$25, Children (5-12): $6

Sunday Brunch:

Adults (13+): $26, Children (5-12): $6

DINNER ‘PLUS’: 10% discount when you book 6 Dinners (Sunday-Friday) and Sunday Brunch. Great Value! New for 2016, The Carousel Grill Adults (13+): $15, Children (5-12): $6

Saturday: Choice of Angus Burger, Gourmet Sausage or Jumbo Dog Adults (13+): $10, Children (5-12): $5 Saturday of the August Long Weekend: Pig Roast

Adults (13+): $10, Children (5-12): $5

The HUB offers an a la carte menu, coffee, snacks and ice cream in a casual environment. The BEACHSIDE GRILL is open during the summer to enjoy a light lunch or snacks without having to leave the beach! All meals prices are plus HST.

MEAL PLANS

Friday: Chicken Kebob Dinner

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ACCOMMODATION RATES

Accommodations: July 2 - Sept 3, 2016

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Nightly

Weekly

The LODGE

Lake views, newly renovated A/C units with two double beds & a 4 piece bath.

$105

$735

The LAKEVIEW MOTEL

Sweeping lakeside views, walk out decks, no stairs, a double or queen bed & 3 piece bath.

$100

$700

The VILLA

(Garden View)

Our deluxe A/C rooms with 4 piece bath, 2 queen beds. Garden view. 2 units are fully wheelchair accessible. Equipped with fridge.

$120

$840

The VILLA

(Lake View)

Our deluxe A/C rooms with 4 piece bath, 2 queen beds. Lake view. Equipped with fridge.

$130

$910

The MANOR

Our largest guest rooms with beautiful hilltop view of the gardens, Mary Lake & more. Choice of balcony or patio. Each A/C room has two queen beds & a 4 piece bath. Equipped with fridge.

$130

$910

The LAKEVIEW SUITE

Sweeping lakeside views, walk out decks, no stairs, a queen bed, 3 piece bath, and an adjoining sitting room with pull out couch.

$140

$980

Minimum night stays apply. Accommodation fees do not include meals. Breakfast will be added to all room reservations based on number of people registered in the room. Check website for room layouts and pictures.

SPECIAL DISCOUNTS:

Freedom 55! 5% discount on accommodations for guests 55+. Book your accommodations and children 12 yrs and under staying in the same room will receive a free breakfast.

800.551.0168 • www.muskokabiblecentre.com

The Family Cottages Summerset A is our largest unit with a full kitchen, living room and four bedrooms, including one master bedroom with en-suite 2 piece bath. Three bedrooms have double /twin bunk beds. July 2 to September 3, 2016 $1,925/week

WEEKLY:

The Summerset cottages feature linen service, coffee maker, fully equipped kitchens including fridge, stove, dishes and cutlery, cooking essentials.

Cottage 703 One bedroom unit with queen size bed, 4-piece bath, large living area with sofabed and kitchenette, complete $130/night with microwave, small refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster oven, dishes and cutlery. Cottage 704 One bedroom unit with queen size bed, 4-piece bath, cozy living area with sofabed and kitchenette, complete with microwave, small refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster oven, dishes and cutlery. $110/night Cottages 705-714 Our upgraded Muskoka-style units, have 2 bedrooms plus sitting room, 3 piece bath, & walk out deck. Equipped with fridge. $125/night

FAMILY COTTAGES

Summerset B is perfect for couples. Full kitchen, living area and separate bedroom with queen size bed. 4 piece bathroom. WEEKLY: July 2 to September 3, 2016 $1,225/week

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SEASONAL TRAILERS

FOR SALE

see website for details

Campground: May 19 - Oct 11, 2016 Our campground offers a true Muskoka experience. Enjoy the natural landscape, and the opportunity to gather around a campfire with family and friends.

Plan to stay a week... One night is on us! Tent Sites $228/week Trailer Sites-hydro/water $294/week

CAMPGROUND

Trailer Sites-hydro/water/sewer $312/week

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Tent Sites $38/night Trailer Sites-hydro/water $49/night Trailer Sites-hydro/water/sewer $52/night Group Sites $7 per person/night Housekeeping Trailers $109-$119/night Freedom 55! 5% discount in Campground for guests 55+

CAMPGROUND SPECIAL

Stay in our MBC campground any time between May 19th and June 30th for half price.

Check out our website for additional information. www.muskokabiblecentre.com/ campground

Impact your Family for Christ for Generations to come A seasonal trailer is the perfect home-base for your summer at MBC! Your kids will make life-long friends while drawing near to God in our kids/youth ministry programs. You will be encouraged and your faith will be strengthened through our chapel ministry. Have some real family together time - at the beach, canoeing, around the campfire, hiking and a host of other great activities.

Sign up now for a seasonal campground site and receive $500 off your first full season. Call or email the MBC office for pricing details

1-800-551-0168

[email protected] Coming soon to MBC... family time share cabins. See our website for all the details!

TESTIMONIALS “MBC has helped to shape my children’s spiritual life forever. I am humbled and proud that all my kids are following the Lord, and MBC was a big part of that.” – Long time MBC trailer and cottage owners.

“Each summer I am drawn back to be involved in a place where God’s beauty surrounds us and where we as a family enjoy time together while being fed spiritually.” – Cottage owners since 1999

MAKE MBC YOUR FAMILY TRADITION

Make MBC Your Family Tradition

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2016 PROGRAM SCHEDULE

2016 Program Schedule

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DATES

EVENT

March 13-16

Family Fusion Escape // Teacher: Jay & Mandy Sandiford / Music: Will & Melanie Walker

May 20-23

VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND Annual Meeting – Saturday. 4 pm Sunday 10:00 AM Service // Teacher: John Friesen

May 27-29

Women of Grace #1 // Teacher: Connie Cavanaugh / Music: Dana Marie

June 3-5

Women of Grace #2 // Teacher: Hilary Price / Music: Laura Scarborough

July 2 - Sept 5

Summer@MBC 2016

July 3 - Sept 4

Camp Widjiitiwin & Day Camp

Sept 19-23

Autumn Getaway #1 // Teacher: Steve West / Music: Ruth Ann Onley

Sept 26-30

Autumn Getaway #2 // Teacher: Dave Barker / Music: Shane & Angela Wiebe

Oct 7-10

Thanksgiving Celebration Saturday Turkey Dinner, 2/4/6 pm seatings Sunday AM Service: 10 – 11:30 AM // Teacher: John Friesen

Oct 14-16

Women of Grace Fall Retreat // Teacher: Rhea Briscoe / Music: Angela Turner

Oct 21-23

Men’s Breakaway... Muskoka Wild // Teacher: Paul Carter / Special presenter: Peter Mahaffey / Music: Chris Bray

January 20-22, 2017

Couples Getaway // Teachers: Steve and Marijean Green

Year Round

Conference & Retreat Centre

CALL TODAY to book MBC for your church or organization’s spiritual retreat. We’d be delighted to serve you!

800.551.0168

BOOK YOUR RETREAT

ATTEND OUR RETREATS

Book your next church or group retreat at MBC!

MBC offers year-round retreat experiences that are life-changing!

Contact Kathy Berg for Group Bookings, at: [email protected] or 800-551-0168 x 298 Check our website: www.muskokabiblecentre.com/retreat-rentals

FAMILY FUSION ESCAPE COUPLES GETAWAY WOMEN OF GRACE MEN’S BREAKAWAY... MUSKOKA WILD AUTUMN GETAWAY See website for details about these exciting getaways

Something for Everyone! www.muskokabiblecentre.com

RETREATS @ MBC

Offering a wide range of accommodations, meeting rooms, meal options and price-points, MBC can personalize a getaway experience to meet the needs of your group! Availability from September to June.

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2016 TNT

Ages 7-10

BLAST

Ages 11-13

SIZZLE

Ages 14-17

An ambassador for Christ to children and youth. DISNEY: FROZEN TO NEVERLAND // ATLANTIS // OLYMPICS Skills and Leadership Training (SALT) available for teens (ages 14-17) who are ready to take their leadership and outdoor skills to the next level

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1-800-551-0168

www.mycamp.ca

MBC Policies & Information MBC is first and foremost a ministry dedicated to the glory of God and the expansion of His Kingdom. As such, our ministry programming is a key component of our guest experience. All guests are encouraged to participate in the Bible teaching and equipping opportunities available – we know you will be enriched as a result!

WELCOME

Some guidelines to keep in mind:

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• Modesty in dress and beachwear is expected as we have guests from a variety of cultures and backgrounds and we seek to honour God by our behaviour and our self expression. • Use and consumption of non-medicinal drugs and alcohol is not permitted on the grounds of MBC. Smoking is restricted to designated areas. • Pets are not permitted on the grounds but our office would be pleased to recommend some local kennels/boarding services. • Cooking of any type is not allowed in any of our guest rooms or cottages (except for our housekeeping cottages). • Golf carts, ATV’s, dirt bikes, snowmobiles, etc. must be operated in accordance with MBC’s motorized vehicle policy (call for details). Drivers must be 16 years of age or older and helmets must be worn on vehicles other than golf carts. Vehicles must be insured and operated on marked roads only. The posted 20 km/h speed limit will be strictly enforced for the safety of all of our guests.

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P.O. Box 10020 Huntsville, Ontario P1H 2K1 email phone

[email protected] 705-789-0123

1-800-551-0168 705-789-6668

toll free fax

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