Pastor Bishir in Indiana writes in his blog posting “Monday Report” on September 28th, “The last several days for me have been filled with some good things. On Friday I went to help with our James Dean Festival Outreach. We got there about 11 a.m. and spent the entire day until about 8 p.m. working our evangelistic booth. We teamed up with Tom & Carolyn Curtis of SOS Events who are seasoned soul winners and what a great three days of witnessing too and winning of souls for the Lord. On Friday it rained much of the day and the crowds were smaller but by the end of the day we had seen nearly 40 teens and adults give their lives to Christ. Each sincerely repented and prayed to receive Jesus as their Savior. Last night in church we were given the final count of those who received the Lord. It was reported that 167 people had come to know the Lord. Praise the Lord! What great stories behind each conversion. I will take some time this week and share some of these beautiful stories. But not only were people saved but more were witnessed to and the seed was sown and for many others the seed was fertilized. Thank the Lord His seed will never go return void.”
Archive for the ‘Event Activity & News’ Category
Report from Sweetser, Indiana
October 6, 2009Youth Evangelism Training
September 19, 2009To make arrangements for youth group evangelsim training. 813-494-7927.
Oregon Fest
July 2, 2009Don & Shirley Riegel trained several workers for the Oregon Festival and that group saw 16 saved in just a few hours. What a wonderful harvest of souls.
Washboard Festival
July 2, 2009Ivan and Dorinda Cardwell traveled to Ohio in June where approximately 25 people were trained to win souls to Christ. Many said it was the first time they ever had the boldness to witness. 100 people were saved at the festival and the soul winners were Praising the Lord.
Jimmy Dean Days – Fairmount Indiana
September 30, 2008Tom and Carolyn Curtis trained a church this past week, and lead them in serving in the Lord’s harvest in Fairmont Indiana this past weekend. The Jimmy Dean Days is an annual event in this Indiana community. The Curtis’ and other church workers witness 139 decisions for Christ. These new Christians were from 32 different cities and 3 States. In my conversation with Tom today, he shared that the harvest could have been as high as 400 if there had been more workers. I have to admit, I was so amazed at the different stories Tom was sharing today, I was not able to get more details on paper. However, I pray he and Carolyn will post here sometime soon, and share more. PTL! The numbers are of course secondary to the actual lives and stories witnessed by those saved at the event. Glory Glory to the Lord Jesus Christ!
The Power of Church-Yard Evangelism
September 9, 2008“You’ve got to be kidding; church yard evangelism?!” I have to admit, this kind of snook-up on me. BAM! I was listening to Tom Curtis this past Sunday as he was giving a guest sermon focused on “prayer”. Not that prayer has a lot to do with church yard evangelism… ….well, you be the judge, read-on.
First, let’s make sure we’re all on the same page, and talking about the same thing.
Church-yard evangelism is one of the most powerful growth vehicles for any church, if done right. The problem is, most could be a great deal more effective than they are; think about any of these activities you have been involved in over the years at any church you have visited. Here is a list of activities / events commonly sponsored, or supported by churches, either near, or on their church property:
- Yard sales
- BBQ
- Car Shows
- Events for Children (games, rides, etc…)
- Fall Festival
- Fish Fry
There are many more different kinds of activities (tell us about yours) that could be listed. These events usually reflect the social fabric and interest of the sponsoring, or participating church. Many times these are planned fund raisers. However, the goals also typically evolve around introducing new people to the church through some form of interaction, with the hope of leading others into a relationship with Jesus Christ. Additional benefits include helping introduce existing Christians, new to the area, to your church; help them find a new church home. Other ancillary benefits include fellowship among participating church members , and exposure for the church in other indirect ways. Most would agree, if others accept Christ (souls saved) as their personal savior “at the event”, then this would be like having your cake, and eating it too… … a win-win-win. Praise the Lord! Any kind of church-yard evangelism can always be about seeing souls saved. In fact, why plan one if that’s not included?
SOS Events is about showing others how they can come to expect a harvest of souls at almost any event. Tom Curtis often reminds me (and I am thankful) that it’s not him and his wife Carolyn that save souls, but it’s faith in action based on their surrender to a relationship that allows Him to do His will. Write to info@sosevents.org, if you would like more information, or help with your event.
WPOS FM Radio in Toledo Interview
July 29, 2008July 22, 2008 – Morning DayBreak host Jake Sammons interviews Tom and Carolyn Curtis. This is a great overview, including Tom’s personal testimony, description of the ministry work, and what they see as the most effective strategies and tactics today. Every church should listen to this revealing, and astoundingly simple message. Our hats off to all those at WPOS FM 102.3 in Holland, Ohio, especially Jake Sammons. I tuned in early (before 8:AM) Wednesday morning to make sure I didn’t miss the interview. The programming, and message was great. Here is a recording of the interview; click here to WPOS FM 102.3 DayBreak show – July 22, 2008
Riegels Witness 58 Saved in Michigan
July 24, 2008SOS was working with a church at a three day Street Fair in Wyandotte, MI from July 9 – 12th. There were eight new workers plus the pastor. Several workers had never witnessed to anyone about Jesus before. All were using SOS methods for the first time outside of classroom training. The third day there were 24 who trusted Christ including a woman who was parked illegally so she could mail a package at the UPS office. She rushed into the office and rushed out. The presenter at the SOS lighthouse called her over to see the “Three Things”. She reluctantly agreed. When asked how sure she was of heaven, she said “If I don’t change, I’ll go straight to hell!” Moments later she bowed her head to pray and trust Christ. Pastor will be following up with her personally. One of the workers knows the woman who is now a baby Christian and plans to encourage her. God is truly good.
– by Don Riegel, Perrysburg, Ohio
Gabcast! Summer Road Trip #7 – Crossing Borders for Christ and the Kingdom
Don Riegel (Perrysburg Ohio) shares about new souls recently added to the Kingdom. Don and Shirley witness with 9 others and see over 50 people accepted Christ as their savior at a Wynadott Michigan event this past July 9 – 12th.
Event Materials Available from SOS Events
November 26, 2007Pictured you see a lighthouse display featuring the “3 Things God Can Not Do”. SOS can also supply a display with a car or a ship depending on the event. Tracts, decision cards, signs, New Testaments and Bible lessons are also available. The most profitable thing that SOS can do for you is provide training for your church or organization on how to see souls saved at events. For information on anything that SOS can supply for you please email info@sosevents.org or phone 813-494-7512.
What are you sharing in life?
October 5, 2007
A few weeks back I recorded an interview with Tom Curtis. Tom and Carolyn had recently returned from an SOS Event in Hamiltion New Jersey, their third straight year in Hamilton.
This brief interview covers the Hamilton event with the sponsoring church, and school. Tom’s report is amazing. However, during the interview, the Holy Spirit must have taken over, because the story he tells us, after his report, is also just as incredible. mouse-over for controls or click here for pocast.
My prayer is that those listening to this podcast will seek more information on how they can get involved in this ministry. Tom is a walking and teaching example of how simple and effective sharing the gospel can be for everyone. (posted by Jay Ayres)
You must be logged in to post a comment.