Pumpkin Festival

God Made the Plants . . .

Even the Vegetables!

In Genesis Chapter 1 God details how He created the earth, and everything in it. He is the Creator of

all

plants and all animals. Creator of squash, pumpkins, gourds, corn, and straw! And people can use

these.

We can choose to use His plants to bring glory to His name.

At the Pumpkin Festival we teach that God made the pumpkin, that it is a healthy vegetable, as well

as a

colorful fall decoration. God has blessed us with these wonderful vegetables, that keep well in

winter time and

provide important nutrition. The pilgrims and early settlers of America were grateful to

have pumpkins to eat,

and other things did not store well. Pumpkins were a dietary mainstay...and were

part of the Thanksgiving

tradition from the start!

Here, at Shepherd's Cross, we thank the Lord for the harvest of vegetables of every conceivable

variety.

God is the author of the harvest. Join us in rejoicing in the bounty of His blessings!

Look for our pumpkin recipes when you come to the patch this year. There are many uses for this

wonderful

vegetable, and we sell all kinds for both decoration and delicious pies, breads, soups...even

snacks!

Shepherd's Pumpkin Festival
October 8th - 30th   2009 (Thurs, Fri, Sat)
10AM - 6:30PM
PUMPKINS & GOURDS ARE HERE EARLY!
TREMENDOUS QUALITY & QUANTITY - MANY VARIETIES THIS YEAR - SEPT 25, 2009

Shepherd's Pumpkin Festival celebrates God's goodness
by teaching about the importance of the autumn harvest.
"Give thanks to the Lord, call on His name;
make known among the nations what He has done.
Sing to Him, sing praise to him;
tell of all His wonderful acts."
Psalm 105:1-2

The Pumpkin Patch is FREE
PETTING ZOO, MANY FESTIVE FALL GAMES,
STORY-TIME, HAY MAZE, HANDS ON LEARNING CENTER
Open to Everyone
THURS. ~ SAT.         10 a.m. ~ 6:30 p.m.

Hayrides $4 per person
Scarecrow Making $2 per scarecrow
(Bring your own old clothes to stuff: hay & tools provided)

Pumpkins, Gourds, Decorative Fall items are available for sale. Prices from $.50 - $12.25.
(Not an on-vine patch: choose from many varieties in the Pumpkin Stroll)

Groups Visiting the Pumpkin Festival

Large Groups are scheduled by appointment only.
Tour Times fill quickly. Please schedule ahead (September is a good time to
schedule with us) so we can accommodate you.
Please allow for at least 2 hours visiting all the activities. If your group plans to
picnic, the outing may be slightly longer. E-mail or call us to make an appointment:
farm@shepherdscross.com or (918) 342-5911

Groups Without a Paid Package will have full access to the patch, including:
Hay Maze
Hands on Learning Center
Petting Zoo
Pumpkin Patch Story Time
Pumpkin Walk
Festive Fall & Harvest Games
Daily Scheduled Special Events
Shepherd's Shop
There is no fee for entry, but we do require advance registration for all
groups of 20 or more.
Paid activities are: hay ride, scarecrow making, and pumpkin shopping.

Groups with a Paid Group Package participants will receive:
Personal Hay Ride ($4 value)
Scarecrow Making Opportunity ($2 value) (bring clothing to make scarecrow)
Miniature Pumpkin ($1 value) - while supplies last
Guided, Educational Tour - we are now PASS aligned (Education program)
Reserved access to Picnic area
Teaching Materials Kit

Group Package Deals can be scheduled Thursday, Friday, or as schedule allows
before 4:00 p.m.on other weekdays - have the patch to themselves!
A great way to spend time with friends, classmates, church groups, or family.

Release Form Waiver

Group Package Rates:
$3.00 for adults and children
Children under one year: free of charge
One teacher or supervising adult per 10 paid children free of charge
Minimum # for Group Package is 12

Please Note: Groups can attend without a group package.
There is no admission fee to the Pumpkin Festival and most activities are free.
All groups should schedule in advance
to allow us the opportunity to better serve you.

All Saint's Eve

In the traditional church
calendar, October 31st was
called All Saints Eve. It was a
night when dedicated Christians
gathered to pray. The following
day, November 1st (All Saints
Day) those dedicated Christian
laborers would go out and
actively tell the gospel story.

This positive tradition that can
be followed any time of the year,
including October 31st &
November 1st. What a positive
reminder of our history and
mission!
Pray together and labor the
fields together.
The field is ripe for the harvest.

On that same night, October
31st, these prayer warriors
would place a candle in their
window to notify the poor that on
they could come receive free
clothing and food.
May our porch lights, this
holiday season, shine brightly as
a beacon of hope for all. If you
are in need, be it for clothes,
food, or a night of prayer, you
are welcome here at Shepherd's
Cross.

May our celebrations be such a
witness to the resurrection of
Christ!

Not responsible for accident or injury of any kind. Participants attend and participate at their own risk.

Visit the Shepherd's Shop
Featuring:
Shepherd's Cross Produced
100% Natural Wool Products:
Yarn, Blankets, Sheep Pelts, Roving &
Wool Batts for Spinning

100% Natural, Grass Fed
Shepherds' Cross Meat Products:
Lamb Chops, Lamb Roasts, Lamb Burger,
Lamb Sausage

Sheep Collectibles:
Books, Stationary, Greeting Cards,
Figurines

Consigned Crafts by Local Artisans
Much More!

Farm Fresh
Produce
& Fall
Decorations
Available

The following seasonal
items available for
purchase:

Pumpkins - all
shapes & sizes
Decorative Corn
Corn Stalks
Gourds
Mini Pumpkins
Straw Bales

Amish Jams
Pumpkins Seeds
& Pecans
Country Fall
Scented Candles
Pumpkin Recipes

Christian Pumpkin
Parables

Concession Stand
Available

The earth is the
Lord's
& everything in it!

PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
@ SHEPHERD'S CROSS

CELEBRATING
THE LORD OF
THE HARVEST

Family Friendly: nothing
scary and plenty of fun for
all ages!

PASS-aligned

Our educational
tours meet
requirements for
school curriculum!

We also provide
supplemental material to
groups.

Members of the
Oklahoma Agritourism
Committee

OK Agritourism
Website

Regular Hours of
Operation:

8:30 ~ 5:30
Thursday, Friday
& Saturday

Closed Thanksgiving
Weekend &
Closed December 21 -
March 15

Large Group Tours
by Appointment Only

Celebrate the Feast of the Harvest with the firstfruits of the crops
Exodus 23:16a

Pumpkin Festival Field Trip Flyer

Pumpkin Patch - Hay Maze - Scarecrow Making - Hay Rides - Petting Zoo - Agriculture Learning Tour
- Themed Games - Story Time

Shepherd’s Cross, Inc.
&
Heart of the Shepherd, Inc.

918-342-5911

16792 East 450 Road,
Claremore, OK 74017-0935

2.5 miles North of Claremore on
Hwy 66 & then 2.5 miles East on
Akin Road (EW 45 Road or EW 450 Road)

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Oklahoma State
Agriculture in the
Classroom for October