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Christian Illusionist The meaning
A Christian Illusionist makes it perfectly clear that he/she is performing tricks and illusions, “puzzles for your eyes”! A Christian Illusionist cannot perform supernatural acts because God only performs miracles! A Christian illusion Ministry is a ministry that is dedicated to spreading the Gospel of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ through the visual aids of magic. The Gospel illusion show provides an interesting, interactive, inspirational, dramatic and memorable way to teach that the only way to God is through His Son, Jesus Christ. Beyond the Gospel message truths of Christian living are also taught in a meaningful and exciting way. Gerard provides solid professional entertainment with a message that will impact your ministry.
About Gerard
After many years as a successful professional entertainer, Gerard has responded to the Lord’s call to use his talent in a unique ministry. With illusion and comedy, Gerard demonstrates how the enemy uses deception to distract and lead us away from the truth, which is Jesus Christ!
Gerard is a committed Christian. His program illustrates deception and, more importantly, it proclaims the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His use of illusions and comedy allows him to reach many who may not respond to more traditional methods of outreach. Gerard is an adept entertainer; but also a powerful speaker who obtained his DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster Designation).
The Combination
A heart for the Lord and the entertainment skills of the illusionist are used to create fun, meaningful, and powerfully effective ministry experiences.
Rates
Rates vary on the size of illusion show that you desire, distance from Kitchener, different segments required and the time required for your event. On average the basic rate starts at $175.00 for a local (Sunday school) up to $890.00 for a 60 minute large illusion show. Let Gerard tailor a very professional and special show around your Gospel theme and budget.
Children’s Christian Programs Plus a Church Fundraising Idea that works like Magic!
Gerard, KW’s leading choice for guaranteed amazement, makes fundraising easy and fun. Gerard has been entertaining audiences from Toronto to Dublin Ireland for over 43 years. This seasoned professional is also a member of “The Fellowship of Christian Magicians” for over 30 years and the “International Brotherhood of Magicians” for over 41 years. This allows Gerard to combine his passions and weave scriptural messages into his jaw-dropping, laugh-a-minute magic show that will charm audiences from age 3 to 93.
45 minute Christian Illusion Show
Gerard’s show is packed with comedy, audience participation and mystifying illusions. He subtlety weaves Christian messages into his effects making his illusions not only entertaining but also educational. Gerard’s primary goal is to provide a message that is entertaining, wholesome and spiritual. His pet rabbit and dove also make surprising appearances throughout the show. After the show, the children will have the opportunity to pet the rabbit and stroke the dove. As an additional service, Gerard can provide the children with a balloon animal. This will be a great memento of this special occasion. Gerard can also provide an additional workshop on teaching some spiritual illusions.
This show is a great addition to any church event, but can also be used as a fundraiser. Gerard understands the financial struggles churches face and would work closely with you to ensure your event was a success. His prices are reasonable and he can offer many promotional ideas. Take note of Gerard’s add in: The Shepherd’s Guide,” page 40 of the Golden Triangle edition (Kitchener-Waterloo), bottom left – Illusionist.
For bookings and additional information contact: Gerard (Gerard Dietrich) 519 893 9444
Trinity
Missionary Church Our Vacation Bible Camp invited "The Great Gerard" to perform at our family outreach event. He was everything we hoped he would be! The children were amazed by his magic tricks and the adults were moved by the simple yet effective way he incorporated the gospel message into his presentation. He was flexible with his time and came prepared to deliver exactly what we had requested! Gerard is a true professional and his show reaches all ages! Thank you Gerard for making our VBC Family Night a great success! Lauren Dally, VBC Director, Trinity Missionary Church Waterloo, Ontario References:
Dear Gerard,
Thank you again for coming to our church celebration at Wallenstein. Your show was excellent. I was amazed at how well even the littlest kids sat and paid attention. I have only heard positive comments from parents and children. They especially appreciated the tricks with animals. (My own son was inspired to pull out his magic kit again and has been entertaining his little sister with some tricks). We appreciated your spiritual content as well. It was not our intention to "teach" children a specific point or lesson, but you managed to "sprinkle" your show with lots of little nuggets. Your presentation made our celebration very special, and we are very grateful.
Sincerely,
Heather Bowman, Director of Children's Ministries Woodside Bible Fellowship
From: Jim & Joyce Hause [
mailto:jjhause@sympatico.ca ]
Dear Gerard I wanted to express my congratulations on a great show last night. I was scheduled for clean up in the kitchen so I missed when you were leaving. You did a great job and I know there were a lot of people who really enjoyed it. In fact there was one couple who were supposed to leave to go somewhere else but did not leave before you started and found they could not leave until after you were done - so you need to know you kept everyone's attention. Your words and music and all the other actions were right on. You left us with food for thought. Take care of yourself – Joyce Hause Mr. Gerard Dietrich The Great Gerard, Magician, Illusionist and Mentalist Dear Gerard, Gerard, you can not believe the number of people who came to me to say “Wow, what a great show. Perhaps we can get him back again next year”. I extend my personal thanks to you and add that I will personally recommend you to other groups that I am associated with if they are looking for a fascinating hour of great entertainment with a Christian message. Sincerely, Tom White St. Anthony Daniel Parish Life Centre Fundraising Chairman Sorry for the long delay in sending you the recommendation/comments you were seeking.
Overall the show was a good success. Your tricks captured people's attention of all ages.
Thanks again for your service that day.
Steve Boctor Lead Pastor Huron Park Baptist Church 519-421-4722 |