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Muskoka Bible Conference Centre2
Muskoka Bible Conference CentreFounded in 1930 MBC is Canada’s largest Christ-centered conference and retreat
centre, located in beautiful Muskoka, only 2 hours north of Toronto, Canada. With
over 200 acres of beautiful Muskoka property, MBC is a popular destination for fam-
ily and church getaways. The conference grounds overlook Mary Lake – a pristine
setting for you to rest, relax and recharge. The grounds have a number of trails for
hiking, a wonderful beach, a marina, full-size gym and much more.
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Accommodations Food Services
MBC is pleased to off er excellent accommodation, provid-
ing you a “home away from home” during your visit with us.
Room Confi guration:
Lakeview Manor – Spacious rooms with a panoramic
view of gardens, lake and river, 2 queen beds, 4 pc. bath,
double room capacity, balcony or patio.
Villa – (with view of the lake) Comfortable and spacious.
2 queen beds, 4 pc. bath. Panoramic view of the lake and
river. No steps, entry is at ground level.
Villa– (with view of gardens) Spacious with garden view,
2 queen beds, 4 pc. bath. No steps, entry is at ground level.
Some rooms available for handicapped if needed.
Lodge – Panoramic view of lake and river. 2 double beds, 4
pc. bath.
Lakeview Motel – View of lake, 1 double bed, 3 pc. bath.
NO STEPS.
Lakeview Motel Suites – View of lake, 2 rooms, 1 queen
bed, 1 sofa bed, 3 pc. bath.
Cottages – Living room with picture window and sofabed,
2 bedrooms (1 with queen bed; 1 with bunkbed), and 3 pc
bath (shower only). No kitchen.
MBC is proud of our tradition of off ering delicious, healthy
meals served with a smile! From the friendly faces that
greet you in our dining room to the cooks who carefully
prepare your food, our goal is that each meal be a won-
derful experience for you.
Food Allergies
We recognize that there are a variety of special needs that
our guests have, please call the offi ce to speak with our
chef, in regards to special diets.
Dining Room
Breakfasts and din-
ners are served in
our Windows dining
room, buff et style.
Take in the view of
beautiful Mary Lake
as you enjoy your
meal.
Sunday morning our dining room opens at 11:00 a.m. for
our famous brunch that serves continuously until 1:30 p.m.
A Continental breakfast can be purchased in our Hub before
Sunday morning chapel.
Accommodations Meals
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Activities Facilities
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Grounds & Facilities Marina & Campground
MBC’s on-site sports and
activites include a climbing
wall, mini-golf course, BMX
bike course, 2 tennis courts, 2
shuffl eboard courts, 2 outdoor
volleyball courts, a full size
indoor gym (featuring 2 basket-
ball/volleyball courts) and tons
of room to run and play! Our
beach off ers a wonderful sandy
playground for children and lots
of room for adults to stretch out
and relax. There’s a fi re pit, large
grassy section, and a roped-off swimming area.
Please Note – MBC does not provide a lifeguard at any time.
Also, so as to be considerate of others, we request modest at-
tire at all times at the beach.
Mary Lake is connected to several other larger lakes via
the Muskoka River. Our Marina is open during the summer
season. During this time our Marina off ers a wide variety of
activities from canoeing and kayaking to boat launching
and water skiing. Every-
thing you need is right
here.
If you have a tent, camper,
or motor home, come
and visit our family camp-
ground. Included in the
price is: electricity, pure
drinking water connection,
picnic table, shower building and
dumping station. Our store off ers
many of the items you might need
during your stay and our staff will
be happy to serve you.
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Creation Ministries International & MBCSpeakers
Creation Ministries International4
11 speakers, 1 message. You can trust God’s word from the very fi rst verse!
Dr. Jonathan Sarfati PhD ChemistryBestselling author,
speaker, apologist and
chess champion
Dr. John Sanford PhD Genetics
Author, speaker and
inventor of the Gene Gun
Dr. Danny Faulkner PhD Astronomy
Speaker and scientist
Richard Fangrad CEO CMI Canada,
speaker and co-host
of Creation Magazine
LIVE! TV show
Cory McKenna Evangelist, speaker
and director of The
Cross Current ministry
and radio show
Dr. Jim Mason PhD Physics
Speaker
Dr. Emil Silvestru PhD Geology
Author and scientist
and speaker
Dr. Robert Carter PhD Marine
biologySpeaker and scientist
Pastor Joseph BootPastor of Westminster
Chapel (TO), speaker,
author, apologist and
former director of RZIM CA
Gary BatesBest selling author,
speaker and CEO
Creation Ministries
International and USA
Calvin SmithSpeaker and co-host
of Creation Magazine
LIVE! TV show
A unique combination of professional evangelists, apologists, scientists and theologians will equip, motivate and inspire you in your walk
and your witness for Jesus Christ.
an all star line up!
2011 Super Conference • August 14 – 19Conference Schedule
Blind Chess Challenge! • Live Animals! • Geology Excursion! 5
Creation Super Conference • August 14 – 19, 2011
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 am
10:30 am
1:30 pm
7:00 pm
8:30 pm
9:45 pm
Richard Fangrad
Genesis andTh e GospelConnection
Calvin Smith
Genesis:Th e Missing Piece
of the Puzzle
Dr. Emil Silvestru
Geology and the Genesis Flood
Gary Bates and
Richard Fangrad
How to Structure a Creation Message(Approx. 1 hour
plus Q&A)
Dr. Jonathan Sarfati
Refuting Compromise
Steve Lachonas
God’s Creatures Features!
Gary Bates and Calvin
Smith
Understanding your target
audience and overcoming objections
(1 hour plus Q&A)
Dr. Jonathan Sarfati
Th e Greatest Hoax on Earth
Dr. Robert Carter
GeneticsAccording to
Jesus
Dr. Jonathan Sarfati
Th e Incarnation
Dr. Danny Faulkner
Universe by DesignPart 1
Big Bang orBig God?
Dr. Sarfati’s
Chess Challenge!(May take3+ hours)
Gary Bates
Alien Intrusion(Part 1)
Dr. Jim Mason
Nuclear Physics and the
Young Age of the Earth
Dr. John Sanford
How Evolution Hurts Science
Dr. Robert Carter
Coral Reefs andthe Flood
Calvin Smith
What About Dinosaurs?
(Approx. 1 hour plus Q&A)
Dr. Jonathan Sarfati
By Design
Richard Fangrad
Grand Canyon:A diff erent view
Gary Bates
Alien Intrusion(Part 2)
Dr. Danny Faulkner
Universe by DesignPart 3
Mars & Venus:Speaking of Creation
Dr. Emil Silvestru
Is IntelligentDesign Scientifi c?
Dr. Emil Silvestru
Deep Time in Geology –
Where does it come from?
Dr. Robert Carter
Multi-Dimensional
Genome
Dr. Danny Faulkner
Universe by DesignPart 2
Comets and the Age of the Solar System
Dr. Emil Silvestru
Geology Field Trip and Harburn Wells
(May take3+ hours)
Dr. John Sanford
Mystery of the Genome
Cory McKenna
Bringing Truth to Life & Witness!
Joe Boot
Th e Revelation of God in Creation
Richard Fangrad
Evangelism Strategies for an Evolutionized
World
Joe Boot
Th e Descent of Darwin:
A Historical Survey of Evolution in
Religious Worldviews
10 – 10:30 am Coff ee Break
8 – 8:30 pm Coff ee Break
9:30 pm End of Regular Sessions
1:30 pm FREE TIME or ...
11:30 am – 1:30 pm Lunch
5:30 am – 6:30 pm Dinner
7–9 am Breakfast
Th ere will be a 10 minute Q&A following each presentation.
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Kids Program and Activities
Why Should I Come to Th is Conference?
Creation Ministries International6
Creation for Kids Children’s Program!Teaching children how to think about the issues
Creation for Kids is especially designed for primary school children up to the age of 12. In a safe, fun fi lled environment they will learn about
the big picture of the Gospel from Creation to Revelation, be equipped to withstand the onslaught of atheism, and defend their faith.
Th e hands-on activities will ensure interest levels are kept high.
Speaker Steve Lachonas, with live animals, will be present to entertain and teach the kids about God’s incredible creatures!
Note: Children’s program will run from morning through to lunch time (Monday to Friday).
We are losing our children! Research indicates
that 70% of teens who are involved in a church
youth group will stop attending church …
Simil ar statements from Christian leaders aren’t
new, but many can’t seem to identify the root cause
of the problem. However, most front-line evangelists
in the Western world have reached a consensus. Th e
following quote is from a person who shares his faith
more times in a month than most Christians ever will
in their lives.
I am an evangelist. I go around and talk with people. One-on-one conversations. My time on college campuses and talking to high schoolers, the number one answer that I get for there not being a God, so then I don’t have to believe in
[God/the gospel], is evolution.1
Th at’s a Christian evangelist’s take (based on
experience); how about an atheist’s opinion?
Th e most devastating thing though that biology did to Christianity was the discovery of … evolution. Now that we know that Adam and Eve never were real people the central myth of
Christianity is destroyed.2
If there never was an Adam and Eve there never was an original sin. If there never was an original sin there is no need of salvation. If there is no need of salvation there is no need of a savior. And I submit that puts Jesus, historical or otherwise,
into the ranks of the unemployed. 3
So despite some Christians believing there
is no confl ict between faith in the biblical God
and evolutionary theory, many intelligent people
around the world see the inconsistency clearly. Th is
conference is an amazing opportunity for Christians
of all ages to learn how to defend the plain reading
of scripture from leading scientists and speakers in
their fi eld.
1. T.C. Pinckney, We are losing Our Children! Remarks to Southern Baptist Convention, 18 September 2001.2. Mark Cahill, Evangelist and author of One Th ing You Can’t Do in Heaven.3. Frank Zindler, American atheist, in a debate with William Craig, Atheism vs Christianity video, Zondervan, 1996
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CMI is a Christian apologetics ministry dedicated to upholding the authority of the Bible by
equipping Christians to defend their faith and to be able to give answers to the questions many people have regarding science and the Bible. Th is multi-day conference will address all aspects of the creation/evolution issue in a fun, relaxing environment by experts in their fi eld of study and ministry.
Experience shows that such faith-building presentations embolden Christians in witnessing, since they get equipped with answers to some of the most-asked questions about science and the Bible, which are some of the most frequent objections to faith in Christ.
Geology excursion and Blind chess challenge! Campers
will have an opportunity to sign up for an amazing fi rst hand geology excursion with Dr Emil Silvestru (Geologist and cave expert) and/or also try out their chess game vs Dr Jonathan Sarfati. Dr Sarfati will be playing multiple opponents while
blindfolded! Up for the challenge?
Special sessions for those interested in teaching Creation!Recognising that there are many Christians teaching about these issues already (or wanting to) within their home church/community, CMI will be holding 2 special sessions dedicated to explaining how to present the creation message as a way to encourage those who may share from our experience. Learn what the most important topics to cover are and how to overcome common objections. Ask your questions and get answers from presenters that have been on the front lines presenting in churches and various venues week after week for many years.
TestimoniesCMI has held similar events in Australia and the US. Hear
what attendees have said about them…
Overall
For me this time was the family atmosphere. When my son looked up at me and said “Dad I want to come to this again next year” my heart leaped for joy.
I brought my 17 year old son … I believe this was a life changing event for him.
My two teenagers loved it! Came for them but left fi lled myself.
Of the speakers/talks:
I was held captive by their talks.
Really excellent speakers on great topics—good variety.
Exceptional. Professional presentations by all.
We are amazed at who we heard in 4 days!
We appreciate the level of cutting-edge research.
Excellent with excellent credentials.
All lectures were amazing and I loved having access to the Drs and speakers.
First class, knowledgeable yet
understandable by lay people.
Many are surprised to see speakers mix with those attending, at meal
times and coff ee breaks etc. One person commented, typically, “Having access to speakers was a real treat.”
bio-chemistry • aliens • biology • carbon/radioisotope dating
theology • fossils
dinosaurs • genetics • geology • distant starlight
Noah’s Flood • astronomy • evangelism
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many years.
environment by exper
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Step 1: Accommodation Fee*
Manor ..................................... x $119 = ______ x = _______
Villa .......................................... x $109 = ______ x = _______
Lakeview Single ...................... x $99 = ______ x = _______
Lakeview 2-Room Suite ........... x $129 = ______ x = _______
Lodge ....................................... x $99 = ______ x = _______
Cottages (705-710) .................. x $114 = ______ x = _______
Summerset A ........................... x $199 = ______
Summerset B ........................... x $149 = ______
Trailer site x $49 = ______
Tent Site x $36 = ______
Trailer site x $79 = ______
Tent Site x $95 = ______
Tent Site x $109 = _____
No. of Nights
No. of Days
No. of Days
Regular Accommodations
Trailer Park Nightly Housekeeping Trailers
Prices range from $79 to $109Call MBC for detailed descriptions and pricing.
No. of Rooms
1. Total Accommodations: $ ___________
*Participants may choose to take advantage of any of the available options. (Example: attend Conference for only 3 of the 6 days, stay off -site, and only have breakfast.) NOTE: MBC does not allow partial week bookings until the end of April to allow families who want to book all week to get their booking in fi rst.
Step 2: Meal Fees*
# Adults # Kids (ages 5-12)Meal
Buffet Breakfast x $8.99 = _____ x $4.49 = _____
Brunch (Sunday) x $19.99 = _____ x $9.99 = _____
Sunday - Pizza/Pasta x $10.99 = _____ x $5.49 = _____
Monday - Prime Rib x $19.99 = _____ x $9.99 = _____
Tuesday - Varies x $18.99 = _____ x $9.49 = _____
Wednesday - Ribs/Wings x $19.99 = _____ x $9.99 = _____
Thursday - Varies x $18.99 = _____ x $9.25 = _____
Friday - Turkey x $18.99 = _____ x $9.49 = _____
Adult Meals Sub-total =______
Kids Meals sub-total =_______
2. Meals Total: $ __________
Calculate how many meals for the appropriate age (adults or kids) you will be pre-
ordering. NOTE: Breakfast is mandatory for those staying in MBC accommodations.
Meal preparation in rooms is not permitted by order of the Ministry of Health.
Conference Registration
Simple Registration Procedure!
To Register or for more information visit:
www.MuskokaBibleCentre.com or call 1.800.551.0168
˚˚Total Cost: Step 1 + Step 2 = $ ˚˚Does not include taxes; fi nal total given when Registration is called in.