2008 Northwest Regional Commanders Conference Recp

Yakima, WA - "Leaving a Legacy" was the theme for the 2008 Regional Commander's Seminar was held Nov 7-8 at Stone Church. The purpose of the Seminar is for Commanders from the 6 Pacific NW states to gather together for sharpening their leadership skills, learning new ideas, getting updates on new information from the National RR Office and encouraging each other as fellow soldiers for the Lord.

Featured at the Seminar were 10 leadership workshops coordinated by Bob Killin (Oregon) with some of the topics involving:

• Classroom Management
• Working w/Boys with Disabilities
• Preventing Child Abuse
• RR and Missions
• Public Relations
• Devotions, and others

The Spirit moved during corporate worship time led by Jim Dawson (Montana), as we sang, praised God and gathered at the altar for prayer and personal encouragement. And as always, there was a huge dose of great fellowship and networking with commanders from across the Region, during our breaks and meal times.

Our hearts were challenged by Keith Elder, long time District Commander of Montana Royal Rangers and new Vice President of Trinity Bible College in North Dakota. You know, our life and ministry is not just about US! We impact so many other people without even knowing it, many times. Let us always be yielded, broken, and pliable in the Lord's hands as we serve Him.

One of the highlights, was the introduction of the boys participating in the Ranger of the Year evaluation. Gary Kirckof (Yakima) and Lloyd Fillis (Spokane) coordinated not only the boys' testing, but also the Friday late-night game time. Everyone goes home happy and tired!

With the upcoming changes from the National Office, the Regional Seminar is being shifted to a SPRING event. The next event will be in 6 months. Mark your calendar for:

We expect the release of dramatic changes and updates from the National Office. One of the National Officers has been invited to come and present the new material. Plan to be there!