Meet Our Speaker Casey Baardson   Having known Jesus as her Savior since 1972, Casey Baardson has been involved in women’s ministries for almost 30 years, leading Bible studies, teaching women’s classes, and speaking at women’s retreats and conferences across the country. She and her husband Vern are employed by Triumph Lutheran Brethren Church in Moorhead MN, where they are involved with the West Campus in West Fargo, ND. As Women’s Ministry Director for Triumph West her heart is to see relationships formed and strengthened through Bible study, fellowship, and in discipleship relationships. Ministry development is key as new ideas are shared and started. She also comes alongside Vern in visitation, training, and ministry opportunities. As part of a positive relationship with the West Fargo Police Department, Vern serves as their Chaplain and Casey volunteers part time in the office.   For a more detailed bio, click here.

With Special Guest Michelle Cody   Michelle Cody has recently joined the Northern Plains District as our Women’s Ministry Mobilizer. As a district mobilizer, she is a member of Jackie Redmond’s Resound (women’s ministry) national team. She will be helping to bring resources, training, and support to women’s ministries here in the NPD. Michelle has lived in Fargo for the past three years. Her husband, Troy, is an athletic director and assistant principal at one of the local high schools. They are the parents of three beautiful girls,(Mckenzie 16, Hannah 12, Sophia 9) and one active little boy (Isaac 6). She is grateful to be a full time homemaker. Bethel Church in Fargo is their home church.

GENERAL INFORMATION   Silent Auction: Please bring an item or two, priced to sell, for our silent auction. The auction will begin Friday and end Saturday evening. Items could include craft items, baked goods, jellies, stamped cards, just to name a few. The proceeds will go to benefit Cooperstown Bible Camp. *Please note: You will be asked for a minimum starting bid for your item. Please have that number in mind when you drop off your item.* What you need to bring: Bedding and towels; casual clothes; walking shoes; Bible; money for the camp store and silent auction.