Mission Resources

Andy Kind

• What? Preacher and Comedian: A 'Promedian'
• 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 andy@andykind.co.uk

Christian Motorcyclists Association

• What? A fairly self-explanatory title!
• Ideal for? A church wanting a display or a variety of interesting testimonies
• Previously? Abbey Hulton St John, Rickerscote St Peter, and Tittensor St Luke
• More info… www.bike.org.uk/branches/staffordshire-shropshire-west-midlands
• Likely cost? Negotiable
• Contact… Rob Davies at chair.staffs@bike.org.uk or 07976 906486

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… www.facebook.com/pages/drumlove/94265918225
• Likely cost? Negotiable
• Contact… Their office on 01905 745317 or at drumloveuk2@yahoo.co.uk

Fane Conant

• What? An international evangelistic speaker
• Ideal for? Multiple speaking occasions, Eastern European groups a keen interest and specialism.
• Previously? Recommended by former Director of Mission 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/contactus.htm

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 or Lichfield (It comes apart and fits in most cars)
• Contact… Richard Barrett on 01543 622592 or richard.barrett@lichfield.anglican.org

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? Variable depending on the nature of the event
• Contact… Mark Harrington on 07779 608387 or mark@illusistration.com

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/
• Likely cost? On Negotiation
• Contact… Keith Slater on 07779 608387 or Slaterkeef@aol.com

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 Lukes Walsall, St Pauls 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 can be expensive, but a home-made version is creatable for far less.
• Contact… Richard Barrett on 01543 622592 or at richard.barrett@lichfield.anglican.org

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 Mission Team
• Likely cost? Free to borrow, simply collect from the Lichfield or Walsall areas
• Contact… Richard Barrett on 01543 622592 or richard.barrett@lichfield.anglican.org

The Lighthouse Agency

• What? An agency for various Christian Celebrities.
• 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… its priceless
• Contact… Paul Brown at paul@magical-mayhem.com or on 01283 566469.

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… www.lichfield.anglican.org/about-us/mission/toptips/psalm-reading.php
• Likely cost? Minimal, just for some coloured card and the cost of printing
• Contact… The Parish Mission Office; 01543 622592 or richard.barrett@lichfield.anglican.org

Robin Oake

• What? Mens 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? Mens Breakfast or After-Dinner Speaking
• Previously? Many occasions spread all around the country but he is now based in Shrewsbury.
• More info… www.eden.co.uk/autobiography/with-god-on-the-streets/
• Likely cost? Negotiable
• Contact… Robin on 01743 850421 or robinoake@btinternet.com

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 mail@saltmine.org

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 former Director of Mission George Fisher 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 info@springsdancecompany.org.uk

Tom Elliot

• 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
• Contact… bookings@tom-elliott.org