Testimonies: Our district had Rev. Jim Hollis of Proactive Evangelism Ministries come and share a motivational ministry presentation with our pastors. The presentation was excellent and the pastors were very positive in responding. Rev. Hollis is an excellent motivator and teacher. What he presented was practical, applicable to the local churches and has been proven effective in empowering laity for ongoing ministries in the local church. They have been a great ministry resource for many churches in our conference. I heartily recommend them to other districts and churches.” --Dr. Al Turnell, Retired District Superintendent, Atlanta-Marietta District, North Georgia "PEM came to us during the summer of 2000 at a pivotal time in the life of our church. Stephen and Jim have been instrumental in assisting the silent majority of our church membership in finding their voice. They have provided much needed leadership, counseling and guidance, as well as friendship during this critical time. They have, in essence, become a part of our congregation--they have become true friends--always just a phone call away, and even willing to attend unscheduled meetings when invited. I feel PEM provides a much needed and welcome service to churches in need. The staff is so evidently dedicated to their calling, and has certainly provided The Best service to us in a time of need." --Judy B., Lebanon UMC, North Georgia "Since PEM has been working with our church, by the Grace of God, we have accomplished many good things. We have streamlined our church government and our church leaders are united. We know what God expects us to do. Our attendance has grown, our giving has grown and members that I have not seen at church in years are now attending weekly. Praise the Lord." -- Mary G., church member, Alabama “The responses we received from the pastors and laity involved were positive and deeply appreciative of the experience. The Proactive Evangelism Ministries team demonstrated a balance of personal and professional care for the churches involved. Doors for future growth (which had been long closed) were opened because of PEM’s approach and ability to put the congregations at ease in discussing and visioning the future.” -- Dr. Bill Bostick, District Superintendent, Florence District, Alabama |