The following are personal recommendations of the ministry of evangelist Andy Lapins from pastors and other well respected Christian leaders and ministers.

To Whom It May Concern: In recent years there has been a decline in evangelistic concern. The late Bill Bright revealed in his book, The Coming Revival, that only 2% of Christians in the United States share their faith regularly with others. That means that 98% don't. This is a sad commentary on the modern church, and shows how far we have moved away from the fiery committed Church of the Book of Acts. We trust that you are also alarmed by such unconcern for the fate of the lost. Charles Spurgeon said, "Have you no wish for others to be saved? Then you are not saved yourself, be sure of that." We believe that many don't feel equipped. If you arm any soldier with a feather duster, he's not going to be very courageous. However, if you give him state-of-the-art weapons, those weapons will give him courage. Andy Lapins has a burning passion to equip the Church with powerful state-of-the-art weapons. God has gifted him with the ability to communicate a passion with others. We are honored to have him represent our ministry and we hope that you will avail yourself of his gifting. May God continue to bless you in all you do for Him. Yours Faithfully, Ray Comfort Author & Evangelist Living Waters Publications Bellflower, CA

To Whom It May Concern: I thank the Lord for Andy Lapins and Transfired ministries!  I heartily recommend him to you as a man of great faith and faithfulness for the cause of Christ and the fulfilling of the Great Commission. If you want to get your people fired up and equipped to be able to do the work of ministry, especially in the area of personal evangelism, Andy is your man. The presentation was clear, carefully crafted, Biblically sound and culturally relevant. It is no small thing to be able to hold people’s attention for any length of time. Over four days and five sessions Andy did an excellent job in opening up the Word and presenting the case for Biblical evangelism using the Law as Jesus, and Paul and the great pillars of our faith did so effectively. I have found, over the years that one sure way to guaranty low attendance is to advertise a workshop on the subjects of prayer or evangelism. Most people who have been saved for any length of time have gone through numerous training sessions on evangelism, with little to no results. Usually, the material includes the why and what but tends to use the ideas and ingenuity of men to persuade the lost to Christ rather that work alongside the Holy Spirit to convict of sin. Using the law, as God designed it, to convict sin is, in my humble opinion, the best and most biblical tool in reaching the lost for Christ. I was very pleased with our attendance overall as it was sustained over the five sessions. Andy’s presentations were clear and relevant, his Power Point illustrations and the use of practical applications were timely in illustrating difficult concepts of relevancy to an ever changing culture. The people who attended these sessions were deeply appreciative for the investment of their time with this material. Andy was particularly sensitive to our denominational perspectives and the questions of the believers here within our body.  I found Andy to be teachable and open to the specific needs within our body. The book table was extensive and practical in its scope reaching parents, teens, children, and anyone who would want to go deeper into the theology and specifics of the material. We will inevitable do another seminar in the near future and look forward to another time where the entire Christian community can be invited and equipped to share their faith. We believe in the ministry of Andy Lapins and Transfired ministries and are prayerfully considering supporting him and his precious family on a monthly basis. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if I can give more information in this regard. In His Service, Rev. Peter A. Ernst Manzanitat Baptist Church Kingman, AZ

Dear Pastors, I want to validate the ministry of Evangelist Andy Lapins. Andy’s message carries a powerful punch, but is delivered with much grace and professionalism. Evangelist Lapins lives what he believes and has a proven track record in ministry. I highly endorse this man and his mission to the body of Christ! If you have any questions feel free to call me anytime. (812) 376-9749 Sincerely, Pastor Randy Burton Northview Assembly of God Columbus, IN

To Whom It May Concern: On July 7, 2007, Leap of Faith Lambeau became the first faith-based event to be held at historic Lambeau Field (home of the Green Bay Packers) in Green Bay, Wisconsin. God's people from around the country gathered together on that day to humble themselves and acknowledge their sinfulness in a time of prayer and repentance. Through a series of events that could only be described as divinely orchestrated, the Leap of Faith Group met Andy Lapins in May, 2007. At the time, we were looking for a speaker to bring an evangelistic message for Leap of Faith Lambeau. The message would lead off the day of prayer, repentance, praise and worship. If I had to define how God used Andy on that day, I would use the phrase "Back to the Future". Andy took us back to the Ten Commandments and had us look into the mirror of God's Word to help set things right. The truth sets us free if we respond appropriately and the joy to follow is unmatched by anything on this earth. God's message to believers regarding salvation as delivered through his humble servant, Andy Lapins, was powerful, compelling and refreshing. Andy Lapins will forever be known as the first minister to preach a message of salvation in Lambeau Field. We encourage you to consider using evangelist Andy Lapins and the Search and Rescue School of Evangelism. On behalf of the Leap of Faith Group, Inc., we recommend Andy Lapins to any church or pastor. We are still amazed at all that God did on July 7, 2007. Blessings, Pat Boyer, President Leap of Faith Group. Inc.

Andy Lapins is among a new breed of young evangelists that effectively communicates the gospel to today's ever changing society without compromising the message. He is gifted to equip the body of Christ for soul winning. He and his wife will be a blessing to any church they minister. Mike Smalley President - WorldReach Ministries International Rockwall, TX

Greetings: Thank you for taking time to consider Evangelist Andy Lapins and the Search & Rescue School of Evangelism. Andy has hit multiple home runs for the Michigan Youth Department. I have used Andy at our youth camps and Detroit Outreach to train our students in personal evangelism. Andy is very balanced in his approach and practical in his delivery. Best of all Andy practices what he preaches. He is a soul winner and a great trainer. I whole-heartedly recommend his ministry. Warmest Christian Regards, Jeff Kennedy Michigan District Youth Director Assemblies of God

Andy Lapins and Transfired Ministries provided a fresh wind from the Lord for our congregation in Mount Morris, Michigan a couple of weeks ago. He is a man of deep integrity and calling from the Lord with a vision to see the church as a soul-saving witness to a culture that desperately needs the truth about Jesus Christ. His witnessing seminar and subsequent challenge to our congregation was well received and poignant. Most important, though, he equipped us with some simple tools and methods to share our hope with others. Andy breaks down the sharing of our faith into a simple and straightforward dialogue that any believer should be comfortable in having with a friend, family member or even a complete stranger. Andy and Transfired are essential resources for the church today and I can personally offer my whole-hearted endorsement. He worked so well with the existing ministries of the church, is not demanding and operates at the highest level of integrity. He will bless your ministry and challenge you to personal soul-winning! Feel free to call if you have any questions of our experience with Transfired. In the harvest field, Rev. Larry Alverson Trinity Assembly of God, Mt. Morris, MI

Dear Pastor, GREETINGS IN JESUS' STRONG NAME! We held a "School of Evangelism" at Radiant Life Church on July 13-15, with Evangelist Andy Lapins. Andy did an excellent job in conveying to us the need and importance of personal evangelism and the way to approach people who need Christ. Our school took place on Friday evening from 6-9; Saturday from 9• 12:30, with an outreach in the afternoon; and concluded with our Sunday morning worship service. Souls are the heartbeat of God. If you want to get your people and your church more active in the community, and in sharing the message of the Gospel, I would highly recommend that you call Andy Lapins, and let him partner with you in this endeavor. Sincerely, Rev. Al Templeton Radiant Life Church, Wadsworth, OH

To Whom It May Concern: Recently we had a Search and Rescue School of Evangelism at our church with Andy Lapins. I have had many evangelism schools and classes over the years and I believe that the Search and Rescue School of Evangelism is one of the best. Andy did a great job of addressing some of the basic issues of evangelism such as why should we evangelize, what should we expect, the blessing of sharing whether it is accepted or rejected, and how to deal with fear, as well as a simple method of bringing about true repentance in someone’s life. The folks of New Life were inspired to share their faith in a number of simple and easy ways. I had numerous testimonies about the new desire to share the Gospel by the end of the school. People were genuinely excited at the prospect of sharing the ‘Good News’ of Jesus Christ, recognizing that it is not an event but a lifestyle. I heartily recommend the Search and Rescue School of Evangelism to any church or pastor. You will not be disappointed. In His Service, Rev. Harry J. Pishcura New Life Assembly of God Geneva, OH

To Whom It May Concern: Because I have pastored for almost 20 years, I have probably been down some of the same pathways you have concerning evangelism. We've done outreaches, door to door witnessing and everything in-between. I've always been more than concerned about the kind of impact and ministry we as a church, and I as an individual, were having in the area of personal witness. Please! Please! Do yourself and your fellowship a huge favor and have Andy Lapins come in and do a "Search & Rescue School of Evangelism." By far this was and is the most important step our church has ever taken to train and help people to evangelize. Have you ever wondered where those folks who have come to your altars evaporated to? About 3 years ago, through an outreach we had, 118 responded with no gains in the pews! I've had pastors friends with 1,000 plus responses in a year and no gains in the pews! Andy will help you see the real problem and real issue. That many responses may not mean conversions! Andy was with us the end of May 2002 and about 50 people went through this life changing school and most are still talking about it's affect upon their lives. Personally I have never been so affected by a seminar, class, convention or any other training. May I be blunt and to the point - If you care at all about evangelism you are crazy if you won't look deeply into what Andy has to offer to both you and your people. Please call me for a personal reference. I'll be glad to take the time because this is too important an issue to not give ourselves to it! Rev. Denny Feuerstein Trinity Christian Life Center Harrison, MI

To Whom It May Concern: As we all know so well, one of the most challenging aspects of ministry is to keep the fires of evangelism burning white hot! We recently invited Andy Lapins to conduct an evangelism equipping weekend for our church family and he brought a powerful message that convicted and inspired us all to be greater evangelists. I would highly recommend every church to take advantage of the Search & Rescue School of Evangelism that Andy leads as a way to equip and inspire your people to the mission God has called His people to. Andy is a gifted communicator who provides a biblical and practical approach to engaging the unbelieving masses who live all around us. In addition to Andy's excellent school of evangelism, he provides some very helpful training experience. This kind of ministry is invaluable to the church and her mandate to 'make disciples of all nations'. Working in the harvest fields with you, Rev. Jeff Moorehead Christ's Church Federal Way, WA

Dear Pastor, On April 15, 2007 Andy Lapins brought the Word of God to our congregation in a way that will not soon be forgotten. Passion for the lost.  Reckless abandon to God’s Word. Practical tips for sharing your faith. These are the core impressions that stuck out to us as we reflect on our time with Andy. I personally can vouch not only for Andy’s gifted ability to communicate the heart of evangelism, and not only for his skills in training believers to hit the streets and do it, but for the passion and joy he will bring your congregation as they rally around the cause of the gospel. Andy is not a preacher who says, but a preacher who does. I could hardly spend fifteen minutes in town with Andy without him witnessing to someone! Andy is humble, very easy to work with, incredibly supportive of the church he ministers to, and leaves every person on fire for God. He also brings a load of resources that equip your people to apply the Great Commission. Yours for Him, Rev. Seth Kniep Pastor of College and Singles Calvary Bible Church Kalamazoo, MI

To Pastors: As the evangelism/outreach pastor at Lakeview Christian Center, I'm burdened to equip my congregation with both the practical principles and a heart of passion to witness to the lost. Although I teach on witnessing and also organize outreach events, I keep the body of Christ here open to learning from other church leaders who have demonstrated the biblical method of evangelism. It is precisely for this reason that I recently invited Andy Lapins to bring his Search and Rescue School of Evangelism to my church in Indianapolis, Indiana. This two-day seminar absolutely energized the more than 125 Christians who attended. Andy's teaching style was relaxed yet focused. His content was rich and empowering. Besides reminding us that the key to the unconverted heart lies in the use of the Law of God that brings conviction of sin, Andy taught us how to deal with fear and how to effectively create conversations using literature/tracts. I received many compliments and thanks from church members for bringing Andy's seminar to Lakeview. My heart was thrilled to hear about one lady who actually put into practice what she learned before the seminar was even over. The following is a quote from her written comments: "After leaving the service last night, a group of us stopped at the local Taco Bell. I rushed to get inside first so I could witness to the clerk who took our order. She stated that she was new in town and was looking for a church. It was a step of faith for me to step out and say something to her and I am so glad that I did. I did it because of what I had learned. I pray I have started a new life of witnessing! Thank you for coming here to Lakeview!" Andy's passion for souls extends well beyond the microphone. Through personal observation, I watched Andy himself witness to 3-4 people at the hotel and restaurant when I first picked him up from the airport! Talk about hands-on training! He practices what he preaches and what he preaches is powerful and effective. It is for all those reasons mentioned that with great confidence that I recommend the Search and Rescue School of Evangelism to your church. Andy's teaching is a golden investment for your congregation. It's almost scary to imagine how fast the Church in America could pull down the strongholds of spiritual darkness in its communities if it wholly embraced these methods of Biblical evangelism. In Christ, Rev. Rob Price Outreach Pastor Lakeview Christian Center Indianapolis, IN

To whom it may concern: As the pastor of New Life Tokyngton Church, I would recommend Andy Lapins to any church for three main reasons: 1.The Search and Rescue School of Evangelism was practical and totally Biblical. We had bible students attend who were amazed that a Jesus method of evangelism exists. So practical that church members have been using the methods taught straight away with great belief as it is easy to learn and is biblical. As a church we have gained a heart for the lost, members now are equipped to share their faith with knowledge and practical skills. 2. Andy's heart is for the church and the lost. His aim is to equip the members to do the work but he is also a worker. As a minister I will truly say he has a servant's heart. The members were blessed in so many ways not just by what he said but also by what he did. 3. A good test for a man and his ministry is to look at his wife and family. Andy's wife Tammy was a blessing in song and deeds. Andy passed the test! Please use Andy to equip your members to build God's kingdom, he is truly a man who effectively teaches and preaches the truth. If you require additional information please contact me. God bless, Rev. Terry Springer New Life Tokyngton Church London, England

To Whom It May Concern, It is my distinct honor to recommend to you, the ministry of Andy Lapins. Over the last eighteen years of ministry, I have attended several conferences on evangelism, have scheduled many evangelists - but none have compared to the Search and Rescue School of Evangelism conducted by brother Lapins. From one pastor to another pastor, I urge you to prayerfully consider scheduling Andy Lapins. He will equip your flock with the biblical tools to effectively communicate the Gospel. You won't be disappointed! Please feel free to contact me at (585) 225-3880 if you have any questions. Sincerely in His service, Rev. Patrick Medeiros Senior Pastor Greece Assembly of God Rochester, NY

To Whom It May Concern: I write this letter to highly recommend the ministry of Evangelist Andy Lapins. My church recently hosted a Search & Rescue School of Evangelism on a Saturday and had brother Lapins preach that next day, Sunday morning. The best words I can find to describe the experience was powerful, relevant and extremely informative. One woman from my church who has been in church circles for many years attended the school, but only reluctantly, thinking it would just be another Romans Road lecture or a rehash of the ABC's of salvation. Instead, she came away testifying of her renewed interest and faith in tract ministry, and told of how moved she was to re-energize her witness for the Lord. Andy's presentation was eye opening for the believer, showing us how to blend the Law and grace into an effective tool to bring the lost to Christ. I also appreciated the multimedia aspect of his teaching. It helped keep everyone's attention to the very last. Additionally, I was very pleased with how Andy cooperated with what we asked him to do in the Sunday morning service. He was flexible and timely, yet allowed himself to be led by the Spirit while ministering. I definitely plan to ask brother Lapins back often both for Sunday services as well as to expose his anointed ministry to our youth on a more extensive basis. Once again, it was a pleasure hosting this ministry and I recommend it/him to any church unreservedly. Please feel free to contact me if you would like more details. Sincerely, Rev. Randy Bomey Senior Pastor Saline First Assembly of God Saline, MI

To Whom It May Concern: Wow! What a weekend. After 29 years of ministry, I have just witnessed something I have never seen before. I have not met anyone that has ever challenged a congregation more about soul winning than Evangelist Andy Lapins did this weekend. I am writing to fully endorse and highly recommend the Search & Rescue School of Evangelism with Evangelist Andy Lapins. He really knows how to connect with people in a non-threatening way. Our people loved him. We laughed, we cried, we prayed, and we saw many lives changed. I have looked for many years for this kind of gift to the church. If you are truly interested in winning the lost and want to see your church become involved in soul winning, then it is imperative for you to have a Search & Rescue School of Evangelism. Our church will never be the same. If you would like more information, just give me a call. I would be happy to talk to you, souls are in the balance. In His Service, Rev. Dennis Haarer Senior Pastor Hillsdale Assembly of God Hillsdale, MI

Dear Pastors, I want to highly recommend the ministry of Andy Lapins. Bro. Andy was recently at our church here in Mt. Vernon, IN for an Evangelism Seminar. His sensitivity to the moving of the Holy Spirit was both refreshing and right on! Our people are still talking about it and practicing it. His teaching was so relevant to today's church and is truly anointed of God. We will certainly be having Bro. Andy Lapins back real soon. Thank you Andy for your heartbeat to see the church regain the call of evangelism. Pastor, I know as a pastor myself that the phone rings daily with ministries wanting to come to your church. Be sure to take this call! You and your church will be blessed by the passion for training the people of God in Andy Lapins. May God's best be yours in this season! Rev. Mark Tabor Senior Pastor Harvestime Temple Mt. Vernon, IN

To Whom It May Concern: Our church recently held a Search & Rescue School of Evangelism. Andy Lapins of Transfired Ministries was the instructor/teacher. If you are serious about equipping your people with the right motives and methods of personal evangelism, you need to invite Andy to come. Over the course of training, Andy dealt with every conceivable aspect of winning the lost for Christ. He covered topics such as "It's not optional", "Fighting Your Fears", "Ineffective Approaches", and "Why the Law is Effective". Our people were motivated by his strong communication skills, and equipped through the strength of the material. I highly recommend Andy Lapins to you. He has a great heart, and at the very least, he will get your church to think of reaching the lost in ways they hadn't thought of before. Feel free to contact me if you would like further information. Sincerely, Rev. Max. J Myers Senior Pastor Riverside Assembly of God Hutchinson, MN

To Whom It May Concern: I would like to take this opportunity to highly recommend Andy Lapins of TransFired Ministries. I invited him to my church to conduct his "Search & Rescue, School of Evangelism." It was an absolute success in training and inspiring the members of our church to personal evangelism. The passion I saw in Andy's ministry was testimony to the fact that he has a call on his life to train believers for works of service. The manual he has prepared for evangelism training is A+! He also brings resources with him to the school that can be used for additional personal as well as church training. Brother Andy was extremely easy to work with. He did not come with a personal agenda but only a desire to assist our assembly. He gave of himself 100% and was very well prepared to present the training seminar. If you are desiring to have your members trained to reach the lost, I recommend the ministry of Andy Lapins. You will not be disappointed. Please feel free to contact me if needed for further information. Sincerely, Rev. Anthony L. Baker Senior Pastor Faith Assembly of God Roaring Spring, PA

To Whom it May Concern: I trust you too are alarmed at the general unconcern by the American Church for the fate of the lost. The plateau or decline of churches should awaken us to the urgent need of strong spiritual leadership in doing something about this! Many people in our pews are waiting to catch renewed vision and empowerment in the use of Kingdom weapons, and Transfired Ministries & Evangelist Andy Lapins can help. Evangelist Lapins is passionate about this duty of the 21st Century Church to shape culture and call a generation back to God! Using a well-documented fill-in-the-blank Search & Rescue School of Evangelism manual based on the necessity of using the Ten Commandments in witnessing, Andy will take your congregation through a progression of steps to minister hope to people around them. This valuable manual can be a means of raising revenue for the meeting as well as promote the importance of attending each session. Subjects such as fighting fear, exposing myths that keep people from accepting God's Word, one's responsibility and role in evangelism, and using resources that work will be shared. Our people were especially impacted by the truth of "Hell's Best Kept Secret" and the video & power point presentations that made witnessing both practical and possible! This School of Evangelism was not a usual revival service, since the normal altar ministry did not happen in this building but continues beyond the building. Within the first two months of our School, we have had increased testimonies of lives transformed through witness opportunities at work and school, and the church has participated in tract evangelism in two parades, and on the streets outside Comerica Park and at a Classic Car Cruise. Door-to-door efforts are planned in coming weeks using materials recommended and provided by Evangelist Lapins. In one respect it could be said, that our services with Andy Lapins restored the church's joy in going after the salvation of men. Get ready to see what God can do! Rev. Phillip Nissley New Hope Assembly of God Taylor, MI

Dear Fellow Pastor, I would like to highly recommend the ministry of Andy Lapins and Transfired Ministries to you and your church in the area of evangelism for essentially two reasons. First, the exhortation to evangelism in the individual’s life is seldom heard these days. There seems to be a wealth of programs and events, but little witnessing done one-on-one were the effectiveness of communicating the gospel greatly increases. Andy accomplished both the inspiration and the instruction of evangelism for us. He has a deep desire to see people equipped with an effective method of presenting the gospel, and I was also impressed with his very organized approach to the instruction. Information was presented clearly and completely and the urgency of application was repeatedly brought to our attention. Secondly, I was impressed with Andy’s willingness to practice what he preached. He truly took every opportunity to personally share the gospel in his daily life. Not only so, but he was more than willing to "hit the streets" with us and worked many long hours while he was with us both doing and modeling what he had taught. Please seriously consider Andy’s ministry, not just for the sake of instruction,but so you and your people can hear clearly the mandate of Jesus given to each of us to go into all the world and preach the gospel! It is the only work that Jesus gave to His church to accomplish. Sincerely, Rev. David Vanderpool First Assembly of God Knoxville, IA

Greetings: I would like to take this opportunity to highly recommend Andy Lapins of TransFired Ministries. This is the second year we have invited him to our church to conduct his “Search & Rescue, School of Evangelism.” It was an absolute success in training and inspiring members of our church to personal evangelism. As pastors we sometimes feel frustrated at the lack of desire in our people concerning evangelism. What I have found is that they do desire to share their faith, but feel inadequate to do so. Andy’s ministry is an excellent resource for Pastors. Andy has focused his energy, on what I believe are simple but practical teachings on evangelism. I will tell you that many in my congregation were apprehensive about bringing in an evangelist who would teach them evangelism. Many expected finger pointing and flash, to their delight they experienced neither. What they received was a real man talking about real fears, and then learned a biblical response to those fears. Then they were given the practical teachings needed to share their faith. Many people were thrilled to get this simple, yet powerful teaching. What has also impressed me is the resources that Andy brings. The manual he has prepared for the evangelism training is excellent. He also brings resources with him to the school that can be used for additional personal, as well as church training. Andy was also extremely to work with. He came as a servant, and has become a friend to myself and many in the body. He is real and brings a relevant message that people not only believe in, but now feel prepared to share. If you desire to have your members trained to reach the lost, I recommend the ministry of Andy Lapins. You will not be disappointed. Please feel free to contact me for further information at 330-868-3809. Sincerely, Rev. Charlie Winter Senior Pastor Minerva Assembly of God Minerva, OH

Dear Christian Leader, It is with great enthusiasm that I recommend to you the ministry of Rev- Andy Lapins and the Search and Rescue School of Evangelism. We had Andy with us for four exciting days of instruction and inspiration that definitely struck an area of interest in our congregation and equipped us to reach our community for Christ. As pastors, we often complain about the lack of evangelism in the lives of our people. But what I discovered that week was that our people have a strong desire to wins souls. They just need to be encouraged and equipped. Andy provided that encouragement and gave clear and practical instruction on sharing our faith. Many came out every evening with pencils and notebooks in hand, excitedly looking forward to each session. By mixing humor, multimedia, exciting testimonies from history, and lots of Scripture in a relevant way, Andy kept our people engaged and looking forward to more. One thing that really impacted me personally was how Andy systematically dismantled all the false arguments we put in our own heads that discourage us from evangelism. Not only does Andy speak from a clear. Scriptural point of view, but he speaks from experience. Andy himself is a soul winner, boldly sharing his faith wherever he goes. If you spend any time at all with him, you will eventually find him sharing his faith with someone. It inspired me personally. In fact, one night after one of the sessions, I put one of Andy's practical lessons to the test. He talked about the power of using tracts (something I had not done for years) and how creative tracts can multiply your ministry. That evening, I was at a restaurant with a friend and shared one of Andy's tracts with a waiter. Just like Andy promised in me session mat night, that waiter was so taken by the tract that he himself took it and ended up sharing it with the rest of the wait staff and manager! If there was ever a time the world needed a witness, it is now. Rev, Andy Lapins and the Search and Rescue School of Evangelism will release an army of witnesses from your church to your community. Let me encourage you to avail yourself to this tremendous resource to the Body of Christ. We plan on making the school a regular event on our church calendar. Sincerely, Rev. Joe Sazyc Senior Pastor Ann Arbor Assembly of God Ann Arbor, MI

To Whom It May Concern: We recently invited Andy Lapins to his Search & Rescue School of Evangelism to our church in Brunswick, OH. We had about 40 people go through his school and many of them were still talking about it throughout the following week. This kind of teaching was what I was looking for and the positive effect it had on our church family. Many of our evangelistic events have proven to be ineffective as far as church growth is concerned. today, most of our churches in America have either hit a plateau or are on the decline. We are not growing by conversions and very little is being done by personal evangelism. Andy explains the responsibility of every member of the church in fulfilling the Great Commission. Andy teaches how to deal with fear, how to use tracts correctly, and how to create conversations in an effective way. If you desire to see your church grow in a positive way and by Biblical personal evangelism I strongly recommend the ministry of Andy Lapins and his School of Evangelism. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to know more about how Andy conducted his school at our church. Going Forth, Rev. Kenneth Faust Senior Pastor Harvest Time Assembly of God Brunswick , OH

Greetings to my brothers and sisters in the Lord, I am writing today to share with you my first-hand experience and blessings that we have received from the ministry of Evangelist Andy Lapins. The "Search and Rescue School of Evangelism" is just what our church needed to give us that boost in having a passion for the lost and helped us in developing a plan to reach the same. The anointed information that Andy shared was cutting edge, relevant, and piercing to the core. His suggested methods of reaching and communicating to the lost were practical and thought provoking. It was easy to see that he was not only teaching this "stuff" but also living it out. I believe that the church will only reach its full potential when we get serious about doing the Lord's business- "seeking and saving that which is lost". Andy will be a key component and mouthpiece for God in these days in which we live. I would recommend his ministry to whomever without reservation and with much encouragement. The only reason I can think of that you would not want to have Andy in is if you do not want to be challenged to change. Andy will be a continued resource for us in "equipping the saints for service." Purposefully Desiring To Do His Will, Rev. Wally Reames Chapel Hill Assembly Vassar, MI

In July of 2004 we were blessed beyond measure to have Evangelist Andy Lapins visit our church. While here, Brother Lapins spent time teaching us the much neglected truths of evangelism as well taking us out on the streets for a hands on evangelism experience. I must say that I was personally, deeply convicted of my lack of evangelistic fire and zeal. The Lord did a much needed breaking of my heart over the lost that week as well as instilling in me a burden for evangelism which has only increased since then. The youth of our church were also profoundly affected. I did not realize at the time, however, just how profoundly. Since Brother Lapins’ visit with us, our youth group has been completely changed. I have seen young men and women who have had a great passion for God, yet who were timid around people, become radical Spirit-led evangelists. Our high schools have been literally bombarded with Gospel tracts. It is not that abnormal now to go to a gas station or fast food restaurant and ask the classic question, "Did you get one of these?" (referring to a gospel tract) only to have the employee answer with an emphatic "YESI" Generally the tract rack in a church is filled with faded, twenty paged, outdated tracts from the 70's and 80's. One or two of them may disappear within a years time and that is generally not for evangelistic purposes. The problem we have faced since Brother Lapins came to our church is attempting to keep it stocked. Our youth have literally gone through hundreds and possibly thousands of tracts. Even the aforementioned faded, outdated tracts have found their way out of the church and into the world! Praise God! What a problem to have! Many of our youth have literally given themselves completely over to the cause of evangelism. There are some of our youth that literally spend most of their free time in the parks, the malls, on the streets passing out tracts and witnessing to the lost. One of our young men even sacrificed a good paying job because he was unwilling to be silent about the gospel. It has been absolutely mind blowing to see the fruit which has been exploding in our young peoples lives this year. I give my highest appreciation and recommendation to the ministry of the Holy Spirit through His servant Andy Lapins. He is one of a very small number of true Ephesians 4:11 evangelists. Not only does he personally do the work of an evangelist, but he equips the saints to do the same works. We are eternally grateful to God for raising up this great ministry! It is my prayer that He would continue to use the ministry of Andy Lapins to transform churches and impart the passion and fire of revival to an entire generation! Burning, Rev. Jeff Turner Marysville Assembly of God Marysville, MI

Bendiciones de Chichicastenango! "Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation" (Mark 16:15). These were the words that Andy Lapins read to us so that we could remember that to evangelize is not an option, it is a commandment. He taught us how to evangelize according to the Bible. We need to give the law to the proud and grace to the humble. It is the way that Jesus did. He is a servant of God who filled our lives with passion to share the Gospel to all people. He showed us how to do it in practical ways and with interesting tracts to attract the attention of the people. We are extremely grateful to God and to Andy because we had a great time with him and overall, our lives were blessed and encouraged to do the work that God wants us to do. We need to go to all the nations to share the good news because we have His power and his authority. Claudia de Argueta, Bible Studies Director ASELSI Ministries Chichicastenango, Guatemala

To Whom It May Concern: We recently had the privilege to have Andy Lapins with us for a few days. What an impact the "Search & Rescue School of Evangelism" has had on my life as well as the lives of those who attended. Andy has a burning passion to equip the Church with simple, and clear Biblical principles that we need to witness to the lost. This is a vital message that the Church is in desperate need of. Over the course of training, Andy dealt with many of the excuses that we have used for not reaching the lost; how to deal with fear and rejection; how to use the Law (10 commandments). He reminded us that as Christians, witnessing is not an option, it's a command. I personally watched as he witnessed to people everywhere we went. This is how he lives his life. I highly recommend Andy Lapins and the "Search & Rescue School of Evangelism to you. He has a great servants heart and I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Sincerely, Rev. Daniel Astuto Senior Pastor Calvary Assembly of God Pennsauken, NJ

To Whom It May Concern: Our church recently hosted a Search & Rescue School of Evangelism which was taught by Evangelist Andy Lapins. And I am pleased to say, that this was one of the most inspiring and informative seminars that we have either hosted or participated in as a church. Andy did a fantastic job of communicating a passion for evangelism while at the same time teaching our people very practical and Biblical ways to get the job done. During our school of evangelism, the people who participated were from a wide variety of ages – we had teenagers, adults and even senior adults. One lady was eighty-two years old. And yet in spite of the varied age groups, Andy was able to present this training in a way that kept the attention of all attending. Afterwards, the people who attended the school were buzzing with excitement and anxious to be more effective witnesses for Christ. As a senior pastor, I highly recommend that you consider inviting Andy Lapins to conduct a Search & Rescue School of Evangelism at your church. For I believe that if you do, it will help to ignite a renewed passion within your people for reaching lost souls in your community. Sincerely, Rev. Bill Barnes Faith City Assembly of God Michigan City, IN

Dear Pastor, Greetings in the name of the One who came to seek and save the lost! My name is Rick Bosnack and I pastor in Waterford, Michigan. I would like to recommend to you the ministry of Evangelist Andy Lapins. I have had the opportunity to work with Andy on many occasions and have found him to be very knowledgeable concerning the topic of evangelism. His direct style and his wide range of personal experiences offers a unique opportunity for the local church. C. Peter Wagner in his book: Your Spiritual Gifts Can Help Make Your Church Grow, says “The average Christian church can realistically expect that approximately 5-10 percent of its active adult members will have been given the gift of evangelist.” As I ponder this statistic and also recognize that the remainder of the church has the responsibility to be a witness for Jesus Christ in their communities, I have to ask myself “Who is training these evangelists to do their work with effectiveness? Andy’s unique Search & Rescue School of Evangelism and other methods of training are perfect tools to train the army of evangelists within your church. The training is scriptural, thorough and highly motivating. If you would like to speak to me Pastor-to-Pastor, I would be happy to talk to you about the character and ministry of Andy Lapins further. My cell phone number is 248.866.8316. I encourage you to call Andy’s office soon and schedule your own Search & Rescue School of Evangelism. May God bless you and your ministry, Rev. Rick Bosnack Centerpoint Christian Church Waterford, MI

To Whom It May Concern, I wholeheartedly recommend the ministry of Andrew Lapins to your church. Andy filled my pulpit Sunday morning. Then, he presented his Search and Rescue School of Evangelism on Sunday through Wednesday evenings. Andy did a great job motivating the people to witness. He presented an excellent mix of principles and techniques. Our people are witnessing more as a result of Andy's ministry. If you want to train your people to participate in the Great Commission, I urge you to invite Andy Lapins to your church. You won't regret it. Sincerely, Rev. Greg Stone Sunrise Assembly of God St. Peter, MN

Dear Pastors: Recently we had Andy Lapins come to our church and conduct a Search & Rescue School of Evangelism. It was done with excellence and so well received that we have invited him back in the spring to do another one. He has a vital message that churches desperately need to hear. Andy's ministry is a perfect example of how an evangelist can come along side a pastor to help train God's people to minister effectively in the harvest fields. I highly recommend the ministry of Andy Lapins to any church that has a heart to reach the lost. Please feel free to call me should you have any questions. In Christ, Rev. Joe Robbe Mt. Hope Church Portland, MI

To Introduce Evangelist Andy Lapins: We recently hosted a "Search & Rescue School Of Evangelism". It was well received by our congregation as Andy equipped and challenged us with our responsibility to share the gospel with the lost with effective techniques and introduced us to many new and attractive tracts. Andy's dynamic presentation and his passion for the lost affected our congregation. Sunday we saw several give their lives to Jesus Christ. I highly recommend Evangelist Andy Lapins & the "Search & Rescue School Of Evangelism". Sincerely, Rev. James M. Turner Marysville Assembly of God Marysville, MI

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