Thoughts from the September 23rd Battalion Meeting

Hi all,
Well, we've got a lot of information on exercise programs. We learned how they benefit us, what they should include, target heart rates, aerobic and anaerobic exercise, etc. My fear is that the only thing working out so far is our brains. Have you started? Are you "just doing it"? All the knowledge about fitness and workouts won't make us stronger or better conditioned. We have to do something with what we've learned. I hope you will. You know, fitness knowledge is to fitness what knowing about Jesus is to knowing Jesus. We have the Bible to tell us all about who Jesus is, why he came, and why we need him so badly. But if it only goes as far as our head, we may end up like those fellas in Mathew 7:21-23. They may have known about Jesus but didn't "know" Jesus and Jesus didn't know them. James talks a good deal about faith that is all head knowledge and no action. Lt. Anderson used a great illustration to show us the difference in believing something is true about a thing and actually laying hold of that thing to make it ours. In that same Chapter of Mathew, Jesus tells us to ask, to seek, and to knock. Those are action words. Take action. Jesus is waiting. Let me know how you've taken action this week and I'll have something for you at our next meeting.

Blessings,
Capt. Hayden

STOCKADE

Chapelgate Presbyterian Church's Chistian Service Brigade Stockade 6468 program is for boys grades 3rd through 6th grades who want to have fun while growing in knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. Along with fun and games, the boys participate in activities that involve exciting growth experiences: physically, mentally, socially and spiritually. The Stockade Boys are grouped by grade in Posts and lead by 2 or 3 Christian men. The Tuesday (7pm-8:30pm) weekly meetings are a time of games, stories, achievements and a regular challenge from the Word of God. In addition, the boys will participate in some special events such as Camping, Service Project, Talent Show, Shape N Race Derby, and a Rocket Launch. Contact Chief Ranger Gene Siggins at 410-795-6782 with any questions.

Week of September 16th

Well it was another good turn out this week and good to see everyone. Looks like everyone recovered from our fitness test so now we can set about the business of improvement. I hope you'll seize the opportunity to develop a simple routine of exercise to see what you can accomplish over the next six weeks. I think you may surprise yourself. A great point that Kyle and Trevor made in their presentation last night is that exercise is necessary to get in shape but also to keep or maintain a level of fitness. Our relationships are like that too. When we practice or "exercise" our relationships with others, they get better and when we continue in that, our relationships with parents, friends, etc get even stronger. The one relationship that really sets the tone for all others is our relationship to Christ. Have you "exercised" that relationship lately? It shouldn't be hard. The scriptures tell me He's particularly fond of you and seeks a relationship with you. He actually pursues you. Lt. Heckman talked some about this last night when he mentioned our "connectedness" to Christ. Let us fix our eyes on Him (like a finish line) and run the race He sets before us. That's a fitness program we can all use. Do you remember the verses from Hebrews Lt. Heckman talked about? Let me know at the next meeting and I'll have something for you.

Blessings,
Capt. Hayden

The Bike Trip Was Great!

Hi all,
Well the weather cooperated and we had a fantastic weekend on the C&O Canal. We were dropped off in Harpers Ferry and traveled 44 miles on Saturday to Swains Lock and only experienced one flat tire. The scenery was great and the miles slipped past. We pulled into camp around 6:30 ready for a good meal and some rest. Sunday, we spent some time in worship after a hardy breakfast (good pancakes Dan!) then headed for Georgetown stopping at Great Falls to take in the sites of the river. We made it to the Mile 0 post then met up with our driver, Dan Both. Dan gave up his weekend to get us to and from the drop points and to make sure our camp gear was there when we needed it. We couldn't have done it with out him and we're greatful for his service to the CSB. Hope you enjoy the pics.

Blessings,
Capt. Hayden