2021 God and Country Press Tribune

Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater June 30 * 5:30 PM Free Admission * Fireworks At Dusk

STAR SPANGLED EVENT HISTORY H H H H H H BANNER The God and Country Family Festival has a rich Chuck Conners Oh, say can you see, history which began when sixties western film star, by the dawn’s early light, Chuck Connors of the popular “Rifleman” television What so proudly we hailed series helped launch patriotic parades across the at the twilights last gleaming? nation. Whose broad stripes and bright stars, through the perilous fight; The first patriotic parade, now “Parade America” O’er the ramparts we watched started in 1966 on the Wednesday night before the 4th were so gallantly streaming. of July. The parade was so successful it was moved to And the rockets’ red glare, the 3rd Saturday in May and continues to be sponsored the bombs bursting in air, by the Exchange Club of Nampa. Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. The God and Country Association was formed to Oh, say does that Star Spangled Banner yet wave continue the God and Country Rally, now called “The O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave? God and Country Family Festival”. Originally held at Lakeview Park it was moved to the Idaho Center in 2000 and continues to be a FREE community event on the traditional Wednesday preceding the 4th of July! This old fashioned, patriotic and religious festival places emphasis on the words and ideals of our nation’s founders, and special recognition is given to those who serve in the military, both active-duty and veterans. Local public servants, especially law enforcement and emergency service personnel are also honored. The God and Country Association Inc. is comprised of community volunteers and is a 501C3 Non-Profit Organization. 100% of donations and sponsorship used for the event as well as to support other local ministries. Please contact board members or go to www.godandcountryfestival.com to become a volunteer to help in the event for next year. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS OTHER FEATURES OF 5:30 PM Gates Open THIS YEAR’S EVENT: 6:30 PM Welcome and Prayer/Pledge • MAIN EVENT WELCOME Mayor Debbie Kling, Nampa 6:40 PM Deer Flat Church Worship Band • INTRODUCTION OF ELECTED OFFICIALS 7:00 PM Sister’s Promise AND PRAYER Northwest Nazarene University NNU 7:40 PM Pastor Ryan Brown – Speaker – Crossroads Community Church • PRESENTATION OF THE SERVICE FLAGS American Legion Post 127 - Legion Riders 8:00 PM Military/Color Guard/National Anthem, Patriotic Program • PRESENTATION OF COLORS AMERICAN LEGION POST 113 8:30 PM Sovereign Grace Church Worship Band • NATIONAL ANTHEM 9:00 PM Hill City Church Worship Band Brianna Dickey 9:20 PM Christian Faith Center Caldwell Campus Worship Band • PLAYING OF TAPS Trumpet Octet - Arranged By Eric Adamson 9:40 PM Pastor Izzy – Speaker- Christian Faith Center Caldwell Campus God & Country 2 10:00 PM Rock Harbor Church Worship Band  10:30 PM Fireworks June 30, 2021 www.GodAndCountryFestival.com

SPEAKERS FOR GOD & COUNTRY RYAN BROWN I have been on staff at Crossroads Community Church in Nampa for the last 4 years, being able to serving the youth. I grew up in Meridian, ID, met with wife Kristin in Portland, and moved back four years ago to begin ministry together. Kristin and I have been married for 5 years and are very excited as we are expecting our first child this Fall! I have a passion to see the truth of God’s Word and the Gospel Message transform lives of ordinary people. Ryan Brown Pastor of Youth Ministries Crossroads Community Church Nampa [email protected] ISRAEL CONCEPCION Israel and Mercedes have been a part of Christian Faith Center for over 11 years, they have four beautiful children and 3 gorgeous grandkids. Back in 2008 they started the CFC Spanish-speaking Campus in Nampa. In 2016 they started a second location for the Spanish community in Caldwell Idaho. Pastor Israel & Mercedes were very excited to take on the new role as Caldwell campus pastors. They are very passionate about the lost and their walk with God. Come join Israel as he shares with us at the 2021 God and Country Festival and experience God’s love! June 30, 2021 Israel Concepcion God & Country 3 Pastor at Christian Faith Center Nampa, Idaho www.GodAndCountryFestival.com

SPECIAL THANKS TO: Equipping you to impact the world for Jesus Christ TELEVISION STATIONS RADIO STATIONS 208.377.3790 KTVB Channel 7 KIDO and Townsquare Media Stations 790kspd.com • 941thevoice.com KIVI Channel 6 - KBXL 94.1 and KSPD 790 AM Inspirational Family Radio KNIN Fox 9 - KBOI Radio and Cumulus Broadcast Stations KBOI-TV Channel 2 Salt and Light Radio – 1140 AM • Ford Idaho Center Staff • Nampa Chamber VOLUNTEER EMCEES Ambassador Volunteers Kevin Miller - KIDO Talk Radio Host Dee Sarton - KTVB News Anchor (Retired)  HOW TO RECEIVE CHRIST THE HEART 1. RECOGNIZE GOD’S PLAN – PEACE AND LIFE OMIFNISTTHRYE&ESEVREVINCET: ORGANIZATION BOOTHS The message you have just heard stressed that God loves you and wants you to experience His peace and life. The BIBLE says…”For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever Please take the time to visit our believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 local ministry & service organization booths. These booths are hosted by 2. REALIZE OUR PROBLEM – SEPARATION FROM GOD the God and Country Association and we encourage you to explore People choose to disobey God and go their own way. This results in separation from God. The BIBLE says… “All have sinned and the services these booths offer and fall short of the glory of God.” Romans 3:23 to direct people you know their way! We consider these non-profit “The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 6:23, NKJV organizations to be the heart of our event and an avenue to help change the lives of people in the Treasure Valley. 3. RESPOND TO GOD’S REMEDY – THE CROSS A Special Thanks to Nampa Fire Department, Nampa Police Department and God sent His Son to bridge the gap. Christ did this by paying the penalty for our sins when He died on the cross and rose from the the City of Nampa for their support of the God and Country Family Festival grave. The BIBLE says... “But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 4. RECEIVE CHRIST – AS LORD AND SAVIOR You cross the bridge into God’s family when you prayerfully ask Christ to come into your life. The BIBLE says… “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God” John 1:12 HOW TO RECEIVE CHRIST 1. Admit your need (I am a sinner). 2. Be willing to turn from your sins, and ask God to forgive you (repent). 3. Believe that Jesus Christ died for you on the cross and rose from the grave. 4. Through prayer, invite Jesus Christ to come in and control your life through the Holy Spirit (receive Christ as Lord and Savior). PRAYER OF COMMITMENT Dear God, I know that I am a sinner. I want to turn from my sins, and I ask for Your forgiveness. I believe that Jesus Christ is Your Son. I believe he died for my sins and that you raised Him to life. I want Him to come into my heart and to take control of my life. I want to trust Jesus as my Savior and follow Him as my Lord from this day forward. *Reproduced with permission from the Living in Christ books from Billy Graham June 30, 2021 www.GodAndCountryFestival.com God & Country 4

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ENTERING THE FORD IDAHO CENTER FACILITIES The Ford Idaho Center maintains the following policies to The Ford Idaho Center management reserves the right to Your Trusted ensure the safe and enjoyable event environment for all of its make the final determination on prohibited items. In the event Financial Partner patrons entering the Ford Idaho Center facilities. that prohibited items are revealed in a search, guests will be Since 1954 asked to dispose of the items or return them to their cars before ALL JACKETS AND BAGS ARE SUBJECT entering the facilities. (208) 466-0916 | mynccu.org TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY: Many of today’s events require a full pat-down search of building Purses, diaper bags and other small personal bags are all concert attendees. This can create delays during the entry allowed but will be inspected at all gate entrances. No large process when added to existing security procedures. Patrons BETTER LIVES & bags, backpacks or boxes are allowed inside the arena, sports are encouraged to arrive early to allow adequate time to enter STRONGER MINISTRIES complex or amphitheater. the facility. In addition, the following items are NOT PERMITTED Thank you for your cooperation with the enforcement of inside Ford Idaho Center facilities: these necessary procedures and in helping us create a safe and enjoyable event atmosphere. • Food or beverage (EMPTY WATER BOTTLES ARE ALLOWED AND MAY Ford Idaho Center Phone: 208-468-1000 BE FILLED AT THE EVENT, cups will be available at drinking fountains A parking fee of $5 per car • Cans, coolers or other similar containers will be charged. • Personal Fireworks The Ford Idaho Center and the City of Nampa have chosen a paid parking program to help pay for capital improvements, • Laser pens or laser products ease tax payer’s burden, and create an extra layer of safety for patrons. Additional monitoring should aid in the time it takes to • Air horns or noise makers empty the lots after the event. • Lawn chairs, umbrellas (low back beach-style chairs are permitted) • Weapons of any kind, including sharp spikes or long chains 11920 W Flamingo Ave. Nampa, ID 83651 NamNpamaCpahCrhisritsatinanSScchhoooolsls.c.ocmom June 30, 2021 www.GodAndCountryFestival.com God & Country 10

2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ADVISORY BOARD & COMMITTEE CHAIRS Dale Reynolds Brandon Nipper David Ferdinand Leo Hellyer Security Committee Chair Director, President, Production Director, Vice-President Director, Ex-Officio - Media Brandon Nipper Military Chair Chair- Stage Mgmt Israel Concepcion Pastors – Prayer Team Chair David Ferdinand Syme Commercial Jodi Reynolds Hospitality & Green Room ICON Mechanical Land Use Consulting & Sales Julie Nipper Booth Chair Georgia Golling Leo Hellyer Sandi Levi Annette Scott Fireworks - Fireworks America Director, Treasurer Director Director - Secretary James Kroenke Accounting | Website | Tabloid Sue Marostica FESTIVAL AWARDS F. WILLARD ROBINSON FAITH, FAMILY AND FREEDOM AWARD Past Faith, Family and Freedom Award Recipients (10 Years) MilAitwaray Srerdvice Visit godandcountryfestival.com/history-of-the-festival/ for more of our history. Honoring F. Willard “Robbie” Robinson, a WWI veteran and hero, the Military Service Award is 2010 – David J. Ferdinand, II 2017 - Vern Carpenter presented to an individual who serves or has served Past God & Country Chair, Board Member, Former County Commissioner, Gospel Founding member of the Waymark Singers, Owner Brown Bus Company with Sons, in our US Military and our community. We recognize Music Ministry. Rotarian, Snake River Stampede Board Member and originator of the Stampede Stage the tremendous sacrifices of those who have 2011 – Rev. Bill Roscoe Coach and Historic Brown Bus. Nampa, ID worked to protect our freedom. Though we would Executive Director of the Boise Rescue Mission, Chaplain Canyon County Sheriff’s 2018 - Carolyn Kling Keech like to recognize ALL who have served, this award Office, Community Volunteer Owner of Green Barley Nutrition Center, has been a business woman, speaker, author, is designed to acknowledge the commitment and 2012 – Bill Downs and teacher since starting her nutrition business in 1982. She has been a leading bravery of a local military servant. First Church of the Nazarene, Community Volunteer crusader for her faith, for her family, and for her country. Carolyn is also an active and 2013 – Daniel T. Eismann faithful church member, team ministry to City Light Home for Women and Children for 2010 - F. Willard Robinson, Ed. D Idaho Supreme Court Justice, Double Purple Heart Recipient, Published Author - over 15 years. 2011 - Chaplain Vahan Sipantzi Freedom is Your Destiny 2019 - Lorraine Ann Priddy 1928-2019 Lorraine Priddy “Sweet 2012 - Garret Longstreet 2014 – Patti N. Syme Lorraine” was a Brooklyn born Lebanese fireball, an epic human who was 2013 - Merril Talman Broker, Co-Owner Syme Real Estate,Past President of NAOR, Canyon County fierce, feminine and fanatical about her family. A tireless prayer warrior, intu- 2014 - Dr. Roland Morrison Chapter WCR and Caldwell Rotary itive business woman, a trail blazer for women in leadership and great lover 2015 - Dan Pugsley 2015 - John Boyd of family, food and fun. A leader of Christian Coalition Idaho. Through her 2016 - Double E Hill 8th President of MAF-US in January 2008. prayer, faith and encouragement she affected elected officials and leaders 2017 - William “Augie” Augsberger Pilot for MAF in 1994. MAF-South Africa CEO in 2000 throughout the State and Nation. Her family and legacy continue to impact 2018 - Phil Hawkins 2003 U.S. VP of Ministry Advancement for MAF-US our community, state, nation and the world helping to develop business and 2019 - SGM James Earp, (Ret.) Army non-profits that impact lives. Award received by her sons John, Ed and Mark. God & Country 11 2016 - Vincent Kituku Founder/Director--Caring Hearts and Hands of Hope, Inc at Kituku & Associates Founder & Executive Director at Caring Hearts & Hands of Hope Studied at Unversity on Nairobi ‘85 Lives in Eagle, Idaho June 30, 2021 www.GodAndCountryFestival.com

PUBLIC SERVANTS SUPPORTING GOD & COUNTRY Brad Little Janice McGeachin Lawrence Wasden Abby Lee Governor Lt. Governor Attorney General Senate District 9 Jim Rice Patti Anne Lodge Todd M. Lakey Jeff Agenbroad Senator - District 10 Senate District 11 Senate District 12 Senator - Dist 13 Chuck Winder Greg Chaney Scott Syme Bruce Skaug Senate District 20 Representative District 10 Representative District 11A Representative District 12 A

PUBLIC SERVANTS SUPPORTING GOD & COUNTRY Julie Yamamoto Rick Youngblood Ben Adams Brent Crane Representative - District 10 Representative District 12 B Represetative - District 13 Representative District 13 A Scott Bedke Mike Moyle Jason Monks Megan Blanksma Reprsentative District 27 Representative - Dist 14 A Representative District 22 B Representative District 23 B Darl Bruner Victor Rodriguez Bryan Taylor Jason Pierce Nampa City Council Nampa City Council Canyon Co Prosecuter Mayor of Eagle Tammy Nichols Rep - District 11B Debbie Kling Randy Haverfield Brian Stender Tracey Koellisch Nampa City Council Canyon County Assessor Mayor of Nampa Ada County Republican St.ate Committeewoman

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