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Endorsements: ReFocusing Pastors

Over 600 ReFocusing pastors have attended New Church University and have received training in the ReFocusing process that NCS uses. A number of these have hired NCS coaches & consultants to assist them in the implementation of their ReFocusing strategy and plan. What some of them are saying is listed below:

“Finally! A system to do what I’ve struggled to do for the last three years. We’ve gone from 60 average to 150 average in 2 ½ years, but I couldn’t tell you how, nor how we will get to 300… Now I can show and tell how and add the areas where we are unhealthy.” J. Allen Southerland, ReFocusing Pastor Indianapolis, Indiana

“I came in with high expectations and a prayer for a clear confirmation and specific steps in focusing my desire to build God’s kingdom. N.C.U. not only exceeded my expectations, but soared beyond my dreams.” Harold Wedel, Large Church ReFocusing Pastor Harvester Church, St. Louis, MO

“There is a difference between hitting a home run by mistake and knowing how to connect for a high batting average. This event taught me to know how to plan and how to swing. It’s like having a laser on the end of your God given bat!” Jim Walden, ReFocusing Pastor (American Baptist) Kansas City, Missouri

“N.C.U. has been one of the most significant events in my 20 years of ministry. I found the training concerning action plans, timelines, ministry flow charts extremely helpful. I thank God for N.C.U.’S investment in my ministry. Greg Mason, Large Church ReFocusing Pastor, Pekin, IL NS, RS & RF Task Force Leader, NW Illinois District

“I came to N.C.U. with a plan to advertise the ReFocusing of our church. I left with a much better plan. For the first time I understand the difference between mothering a church plant (as we are presently doing), and committing myself and the church in which I serve as pastor, to join a church planting movement. The difference is like night and day!” Wayne W. Folmer, Parent Church & ReFocusing Pastor Stockton, California

“I came with a vision. Left with a passion. This conference and NCU, is the catalyst for denominational renewal for the 21st century. I sense a deeper loyalty to my denomination, because I not only have the “desire” to share Christ’s message of holiness and hope to my generation, I now have the “ability” to do so. Thank you for saving my ministry and my church.” Mark Howie, ReFocusing Pastor Jackson, Mississippi

“This conference should be helpful to every pastor of every local church. The refocus track helped me tremendously in a process which was already ongoing. The discipline of writing the action plan in an easily sharable form was essential in the further development of our church.” Richard Wycoff, ReFocusing Pastor Texas

“For the first time, I feel comfortable and refreshed in knowing God’s purpose for the ministry. Many times I have done maintenance ministry – maintaining the church, but not being globally minded. God has changed my vision and purpose this week. The money is His. The members are His. The mud is His! Praise His Name.” Dale Blake, ReFocusing Pastor Cheyenne, Wyoming

“This has been absolutely the best educational, inspirational and spiritual training experience I have participated in. This is a process that can be done.” Michael J. Estep, ReFocusing Pastor Athens, Texas

"This conference has revolutionized my process to ministry even though I was hosed and drank from a fire hydrant!” T. Manual Johnson Tifton, Georgia

“This philosophy of ministry has given me hope that I don’t JUST have to serve a few years in Laurel, MT and then move on to greener pastures. Thank you.” Ken Harris, ReFocusing Pastor Laurel, Montana

“This conference added tremendously to the understanding of the steps that need to be taken to refocus a church. I have done this with two churches before this conference. I wish I had this information before those two churches. It would have saved me a lot of stress and frustration. Keep up the good work.” Troy Knight, ReFocusing Pastor Butte, Montana

“This conference has restored my confidence in my own ability. It has also restored my passion and a sense of urgency!” James Sherrill, ReFocusing Pastor Louisville, Kentucky

“NCU is a powerful presentation of the future life of the church. There’s hope for our future!” Ted Taylor, ReFocusing Pastor Hereford, Texas

“Awesome! Finally more than just suggestions. NCU offered strategy tools. Truly God inspired and anointed.” Shawn Fouts, ReFocusing Pastor Plainview, Texas

“New Church University is a God send to the church of Jesus Christ. Every pastor in America needs to attend one of the tracks.” Ron Richmond, ReFocusing Consultant DeMotte, Indiana

“To at last begin to understand the “how’s” and the “why’s” – (not just the “what’s”). The blinders have been removed – almost like coming into the light.” Bill Featherstone, ReFocusing Pastor Bitterroot, Montana “I am a month old senior pastor after 20 years as an associate. God’s timing is perfect! Isaiah 55:8 & 9. I am thrilled for the future of His church and my ministry! I feel focused, very encouraged! I feel a movement of God that I’ve never felt! The relationships section of NCU is powerful! I'm a raving fan! Tom Lance, ReFocusing Pastor Casper, Wyoming

“Until a pastor understands the multiplication (and applies it to himself and his local fellowship), he cannot lead faithful people to God’s vision. Thank you for implanting in my DNA this powerful principle and the tools to implement (in my life and the life of our church).” Mike Uhl, ReFocusing Pastor Northwest Indiana

“I came to NCU unsure if I were to continue in my present ministry. I am going home with a fire burning within and an eager expectation of what God is going to do in Van Buren. Pray that God will give me wisdom and prepare the way. Thank you! Thank you!” Galen Mason, ReFocusing Pastor Van Buren, Arkansas