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Recommended Mission Resources The following resources are listed in Alphabetical order, but fall under the following categories; Displays Christian Motorcyclists Association Dynamite Production Services Heart of Steel Jake Mahal Labyrinth Large Screen Psalm Readings Shroud of Turin Musicians CHP Band Inheritance Island House Performers Andy Kind Boris Nicoli Christian Motorcyclists Association Drumlove Illusistration
Island House Jake Mahal Joyful Sounds Lab Monkey Lance Pierson Magical Mayhem Peel Puppets Roly the Clown Saltmine Trust Shockwave Academy Springs Dance Company Tom Elliott Resources Growth Fund LEMnAID Speakers Fane Conant Lighthouse Agency Robin Oake
Andy Kind
What? A top Christian stand-up comic Ideal for? Specialises in workshops and performance consultancy with
Christian Ministers, but any occasion where quality and clean comedy is required.
Previously? St Francis’ Church Tamworth, The Church Without Walls in Stoke, and Greenbelt
More info… www.andykind.co.uk/ Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Email Andy at [email protected]
Boris Nicoli – X-KGB Mind Reader
What? ‘A Comedy Mind Reading Show that is original and hilarious as
the Russian Character, Boris; does amazing and unexplainable mind feats that the audience loves’.
Ideal for? Any Church that may not take itself too seriously! Likely to provide a genuinely fun evening for all ages. George comments: ‘Hilariously funny with a clear Christian gospel content.’
Previously? St Thomas’ Church, Aldridge. More info… www.jpshows.co.uk/ Likely cost? Negotiable on length of performance and possible presence of
glamorous assistants ‘The Lovely Russianettes’ Contact… JP Ridgeley on 0121 550 8298 or 07534 097657
CHP Band
What? The CHP Band regularly lead worship at ‘Church Hill Praise’, St
Matthew’s Walsall’s lively evening service, and are very willing to play at other venues and in other contexts
Ideal for? A church needing an enthusiastic Worship Band for an event Previously? St Matthew’s Church in Walsall More info… www.stmatthewswalsall.co.uk/ then click on ‘Church Hill Praise’
in ‘Services’ Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Mr Chris Lane on 01922 615890 or [email protected]
Christian Motorcyclists Association
What? A fairly self-explanatory title! Ideal for? A church wanting a display or a variety of interesting testimonies Previously? Tittensor St Luke and Rickerscote St Peter More info… www.bike.org.uk/cma/ Two local groups in our area;
www.bike.org.uk/cma/staffs/gallery.php and www.bike.org.uk/cma/westmids/gallery.php
Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Staffs: Di at [email protected] West Mids: Elaine at [email protected] or 07972 603922
Drumlove
What? A percussion group formed ‘to promote unity through rhythm by
teaching people of all ages, abilities, and needs, to play drum songs from around the world.
Ideal for? Literally all ages! Drumlove will lead a workshop designed to have everyone involved
Previously? St Thomas’ Aldridge, Brewood St Mary, based in Worcester More info… http://drumlove.handzonsitemaker.com/# or
www.facebook.com/pages/drumlove/94265918225 Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Their office on 01905 745317 or at [email protected]
Dynamite Production Services
What? A tech and event management company based in
Wolverhampton Ideal for? A church wanting to put on a dazzling event Previously? Bentley Emmanuel, Short Heath Holy Trinity More info… www.facebook.com/dynamiteproductionservices Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Dan Rowe on 0755 776 4596 or at [email protected]
Fane Conant
What? An international evangelistic speaker Ideal for? Multiple speaking occasions, Eastern Europen groups a keen
interest and specialism. Previously? Recommended by George, Luis Palau Association, and the
Fellowship for Parish Evangelism. More info… www.faneconant.org.uk/ Likely cost? Fane ‘offers evangelistic ministry free of charge’. Contact… via www.faneconant.org.uk/contact_fane_conant.php
Growth Fund
What? Lichfield Diocese’s fund for the purpose of helping our local
churches grow numerically Ideal for? Any initiative designed to attract more or different people into
church, but looking for some financial support. Previously? Churches from every single Deanery in Lichfield Diocese have
received grants. More info… http://bit.ly/MeO0YG Likely cost? Absolutely none, more the opposite! Contact… Richard Barrett on 01922 707863 or
Heart of Steel
What? An 8’ steel lattice heart Ideal for? Any event with ‘heart’ as a theme – or weddings! Previously? St Thomas’ Church, Aldridge; Christian Aid West Midlands More info… http://ldfe.blogspot.com/2010/06/new-resource-8-steel-heart.html Likely cost? Free, collect it from Walsall (It comes apart and fits in most cars) Contact… Richard Barrett on 01922 707863 or
Illusistration
What? A Christian Magician from Wolverhampton Ideal for? Especially a younger audience Previously? Based at Springdale Methodist Church in Penn, Wolverhampton More info… www.illusistration.com Likely cost? £125 or £200 depending on the nature of the event Contact… Mark Harrington on 07779 608387 or [email protected]
Inheritance / Vivo
What? An experienced band with some following playing their own
Worship material as ‘Inheritance’, or secular covers as ‘Vivo’ Ideal for? Anyone needing an experienced and quality band for an event Previously? Regularly seen all over the Midlands and especially Staffs More info… www.crossrhythms.co.uk/artists/Inheritance/4905/
www.elcock-entertainments.co.uk/vivo.htm#.UguXpkpwa1s Likely cost? On Negotiation Contact… Keith Slater on 07779 608387 or [email protected]
Island House
What? An entertaining worship and performance band who play Ideal for? An event wanting a quality band. Previously? Regularly play at St George’s Church in Tamworth, and at other
churches in Staffordshire More info… http://stgeorges-glascote.org.uk/about-us/our-meetings/ Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Mr Rob Ellor on 01287 62740 or [email protected]
Jake Mahal – Lookalike and Juggler
What? A gifted and personable entertainer with a variety of skills Ideal for? A church doing an outdoor event wanting someone interesting to
mingle in the crowd! Previously? Wolverhampton Pioneer Ministries, V-fest, St Paul’s Walsall More info… www.jakemahal.com/ Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Jake on 07973 596931
Joyful Sounds
What? A ‘Professional & Fun Mobile DJ Roadshow for all special
occasions and musical events’ Ideal for? A variety of events when an appropriate DJ may be required –
Raj Kaul is a committed Christian likely to enhance your event Previously? St Jude’s Wolverhampton More info… www.joyfulsounds.co.uk Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… DJ Kay (Raj!) at [email protected] or on 07817 243109
Lab Monkey
What? A show combining Magic, Science, and Comedy Ideal for? A church wanting to put on a different but entertaining evening Previously? Riverside Church and Thinktank in Birmingham, also
recommended by 2 unrelated performers from this list! More info… www.labmonkeys.co.uk/ or an older BBC review at; www.bbc.co.uk/birmingham/content/articles/2008/10/02/futurology_feature.shtml
Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Matt Pritchard at [email protected] or on 07752 828214
Labyrinth
What? A spiritual journey across 10 different stations, designed to be
appealing not just to regular churchgoers, but also to those both on the fringes or with little Christian experience.
Ideal for? A church wanting to put together an installation that can appeal to different people and different ways.
Previously? St Luke’s Walsall, St Paul’s Walsall, and numerous cathedrals More info… http://ldfe.blogspot.com/2008/03/blog-post.html or
www.labyrinth.org.uk/ Likely cost? An official Labyrinth kit costs £45, but a home-made version is
creatable for far less. Contact… Richard Barrett on 01922 707863 or at
Lance Pierson
What? An experienced actor with a large Christian repertoire including
performing St Mark’s gospel in a single sitting! Ideal for? A church wanting to include quality and entertaining drama Previously? Churches all around the country More info… www.lancepierson.org/ Likely cost? Varies depending on type of show and size of audience Contact… Lance at [email protected] or on 020 7731 6544
Large Screen
What? A 6’ by 9’ projection screen on detachable legs that folds down
into a box small enough to fit across the back seat of any car. Ideal for? Any event that needs a large but portable screen Previously? Lichfield Cathedral, various churches in Walsall and Telford More info… It actually belongs to Aldridge Parish Church but has been on
long-term loan to Richard Barrett in the Parish Mission Office Likely cost? Free to borrow, simply collect from Walsall area Contact… Richard Barrett on 01922 707863 or
LEMnAID
What? ‘Local Evangelism and Mission Network Aid’ –
Lichfield Diocese’s weekly resource email. Ideal for? Anyone interested in Mission and Evangelism Previously? Running since May 2008, now with over 700 people on the
mailing list More info… http://bit.ly/LIHRnF Likely cost? Absolutely Free Contact… Richard Barrett on 01922 707863 or
Lighthouse Agency
What? An agency for Christian Celebrities, featuring the above well-
known faces and more. Ideal for? A church with a budget and desire to bring in some star quality Previously? Various walks of life and levels of fame More info… www.lighthouseagency.co.uk/ Likely cost? On request, not an inexpensive option. Contact… www.lighthouseagency.co.uk/contact.htm?ipg=6334
Magical Mayhem
What? A Staffordshire Christian Magician Ideal for? A Church wanting a gospel magician Previously? The Community Church in Burton, Staffordshire Borough
Council and Youth Service More info… www.magical-mayhem.com/ Likely cost? Negotiable – as describes himself; ‘Quality Entertainment is not entertainment… it’s priceless’ Contact… Paul Brown at [email protected] or on 01283 566469 or 0772 563 3433
Peel Puppets
What? A Christian puppet group from Tamworth, staffed mainly by
young people from within the church. Ideal for? Any church in the diocese with an event that could use a gifted
puppet group with a clear Christian message. Previously? Based at St Paul’s Fazeley, and having performed a good
number of churches, schools, and other events. More info… http://sites.google.com/site/peelpuppets/ Likely cost? Work purely on a donation basis Contact… John Matthews via their enquiry page at
http://sites.google.com/site/peelpuppets/booking-form
Psalm Readings
What? An attractive series of readings from the Psalms printed on
multicoloured card Ideal for? A table or stall giving a spiritual focus at a community event, and
can also work well in street work Previously? Aldridge, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Walsall, and plenty more More info… http://bit.ly/SULg3z Likely cost? Minimal – just for some coloured card and the cost of printing Contact… The Parish Mission Office 01922 707863 or [email protected]
Robin Oake
What? Men’s Speaker and Author on Forgiveness, following the death
of his son PC Stephen while Robin was chief constable of the Isle of Man.
Ideal for? Men’s Breakfast or After-Dinner Speaking Previously? Many occasions spread all around the country – but he is now
based in Shrewsbury. More info… http://bit.ly/16PFzcW or http://bbc.in/1bBej5o Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Robin on 01743 850421 or [email protected]
Roly the Clown
What? A full time and ordained Christian Clown. Ideal for? A variety of Child and Family-friendly events Previously? Chell St Michael in Stoke, and a variety of Shropshire churches More info… www.rolybain.co.uk/ Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Roly Bain on 01454 616593 or at [email protected]
Saltmine Trust
What? A multipurpose Christian Theatre Company based in Dudley Ideal for? A variety of different productions make them genuine
possibilities for a number of different events. Previously? A truly nationwide ministry More info… www.saltminetrust.org.uk Likely cost? Dependent on nature of performance Contact… 01384 454800 or [email protected]
Shockwave Academy
What? The Performing Arts of the Centrepoint Youth Department,
focussing on Urban and Street Dance and Drama Ideal for? Any event wanting a credible and contemporary group Previously? St Philip’s West Bromwich More info… www.facebook.com/pages/Shockwave-Academy/139093562778171 Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… 0871 717 7284 or [email protected]
Shroud of Turin
What? One of just 6 full-size replicas of the famous burial shroud. Ideal for? A thought-provoking, and tourist-attracting exhibition. Previously? Little Aston St Peter, Walsall St Martin, and Coventry Cathedral More info… http://bit.ly/UdCknO Likely cost? Negotiable Contact… Mrs Pam Moon [email protected] or 0121 352 1076
Springs Dance Company
What? A dance troupe that incorporate other performance mediums Ideal for? Any Mission Event that wants to incorporate the medium of
dance at a professional level Previously? Recommended by George after personally witnessing them in
Liverpool, but they are London-based and tour nationwide More info… www.springsdancecompany.org.uk/ Likely cost? Variable depending on length of performance and number of
performers, but offer a specific stream for services and other special events at; www.springsdancecompany.org.uk/churches/
Contact… 01634 817523 or 07775 628442 [email protected]
Tom Elliott
What? ‘A speaker, comedian & illusionist on a mission to help people
live life more fully’ Ideal for? A church wanting an entertaining speaker for schools work
and/or an Evangelistic Evening Previously? Telford ‘One Bright Week’ Mission More info… http://tom-elliott.org/ Likely cost? Negotiable, see especially http://tom-elliott.org/yolo-package/ Contact… http://tom-elliott.org/contact/