“Go and make disciples of all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.  Teach them to observe all things that I have commanded you.  And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” - Matthew 28:19-20

We believe that we have been called to use the gifts God has given us to reach unbelievers for Him and to encourage, and build up His Church.

Payment in Full

Over the years, I have been paid for performances in a variety of unique ways.  In college, I did a show at a local elementary school, where I was reimbursed with a dozen hand blown glass Christmas tree ornaments the art teacher had made.  It was just within the last year or two that the last of these fragile ornaments broke.

Another time in college, I did a show for a local grange and was paid with a pound of homemade fudge and a flashlight.  Homemade fudge was certainly a unique treat in the dorm, and the flashlight came in handy, too.  I was often up later than my roommate, and this allowed me to come in at night without waking him by turning on the big light.

After marrying Sue, we did a show for a family's party.  They paid us with an assortment of moose meat.  Apparently the father had hit and killed a moose with his truck, and the state of Maine allows the driver to keep meat in such cases. 

On the Crow reservation, we were reimbursed with handmade, authentic jewelry, a leather wallet and dream catchers.  A teen center once sent us home with a case of Sobe flavored waters.  Another family made new shirts for our family to wear when performing in payment for juggling at a party.   Years ago, when I juggled with an elementary aged boy, he was 'paid' with a Tonka truck after performing at a Salvation Army drug rehab house.

This week Rose and I did a show at a local school's Bible club.  They paid us generously, but they also donated two Bibles in our names through the Gideons' ministry.  This was a huge blessing to us.  the Gideons is a ministry that distributed Bibles worldwide.  Where will our two Bibles end up?  Perhaps in hotels, hospitals or jails.  Perhaps in the hands of college students.  Perhaps on the foreign mission field.  We will probably never know, but what a great way to be reimbursed for a show.  I encourage more people to give alternative gifts- Bibles, child sponsorships, animals for third world families - when possible.  Look into ministries such as the Gideons, Gospel for Asia, Compassion International, the Salvation Army, Teen Challenge and many others you can find on line or through your own church or denomination.

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A Few Testimonies

The presentation was fun and encouraging... The gospel message was clear and encouraging. I purchased your book and just finished it. Your scope is broad and again encouraging. May God continue to bless your ministry. I will encourage others to read your book. -Parishioner of a local church

"Hey, I  wanted to say that was a great message in chapel today! It touched something:) thanks for doing it!" -High School Student  

"We are so grateful that you brought your amazing ministry back to our church this year... The Gospel message you bring applies to all!  It is such a positive, valuable work that you do."  -Coordinator of Christian Ed. UCC Church

"There's no questioning it. This is powerful stuff. It's extremely touching at times, never less than entertaining, and I see a lot of sincere love for Jesus in you guys."  -Dwight Lilies, song writer

The Lord has given you a wonderful window through which to present the Gospel!   - Field Director of Alliance Missions to Paraguay

"What a wonderful ministry to both children and adults.  In past years it has been a struggle to arrange programing that would hold the attention of all ages, but also challenge each heart with God's gift of Salvation.  Thank you for sharing your ministry."  -Sunday School Sup't.

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