GO TELL Crusade Information Seminar

Mission of GO TELL Crusades To fulfill the Great Commission of Jesus Christ for the purpose of advancing the Kingdom of God

Mission of GO TELL Crusades To unite churches of all denominations towards a common goal of evangelizing the lost and stirring the hearts of God’s people in that community. To exalt the Savior and enlist souls for the service of Christ. Rick has been involved in over 500 evangelistic events and seen tens of thousands make decisions for Christ.

Purpose of Crusade To create an environment where churches of all denominations can join together to provide an opportunity for the unchurched to hear a clear and precise presentation of the Gospel at a neutral site.

Three-Fold Purpose of Crusade Unite, Equip & Inspire The Church to do the work of the Kingdom. Preach the Gospel to the Lost Make Disciples who Make Disciples

Overview of a GO TELL Crusade What happens at a GO TELL Crusade? Gates open Worship begins Gospel is preached Invitation is given Counseling commences

Overview of a GO TELL Crusade What about Follow-up? What is done to reach the youth? A Youth Evangelist(s) will be sent into your community prior to the Crusade with the specific objective of reaching young people with the Gospel. He is available to speak to civic groups, school clubs/groups or athletic teams, at youth detention facilities, boot camps, alternative schools, drug treatment facilities, etc. A Pre-Crusade Youth Rally is held the Saturday night prior to the Crusade. This evening is focused on reaching the 13 – 25 age group. A band will provide music and the Youth Evangelist shares a Gospel message. “Youth Emphasis Night” is the last night of the crusade. A “gigantic” pizza blast will be held one hour prior to the service. Rick’s message will address where they’re at in life and yet still maintain a strong Biblical message with an opportunity to receive Christ. The “On Track” assembly program will be presented in your local schools each day during the week of the Crusade. We are committed to doing whatever it takes to reach your young people. Churches that Participate We have seen many different denominations and independent churches participate in our crusades in the past. The churches that most often participate are mainline, evangelical Christian churches. We do not give priority or preference to any specific denomination or group of churches. We have found that in almost every instance, those churches that are not like-minded typically choose not to participate on their own. Our goal is to see all churches with a heart for evangelism and a desire to reach the lost in their community be made to feel accepted and equal in all aspects of the Crusade process.

GO TELL Crusade Organizational Chart GO TELL Executive Leadership Team Prayer Finance Hospitality Ushers Publicity Counseling & Follow-Up Youth Banquet Outreach Arrangements Music Working Teams Executive Leadership Team (Chairman, Co-Chairmen, Finance Chairman, Crusade Secretary) GO TELL Individuals selected from the community to oversee specific areas of responsibility. Individuals are responsible for ownership and oversight of Crusade from a local perspective.

Involvement In A GO TELL Crusade: Your church’s key to great spiritual growth One of the goals of the Crusade is to strengthen the base of the local church as a steadfast body of believers proclaiming the Word of God. Because of its magnitude, the Crusade effort will have a great impact on the participating churches. Members are trained and challenged to boldly and effectively share their faith. Many of those who volunteer to serve on the various committees will continue ministering within their own church long after the Crusade is over. Because participation in the Crusade is such a step of faith, many experience tremendous growth in their spiritual lives. Some pastors have noticed a growing interest in spiritual matters, church activity, enthusiasm, attendance, and in some cases, even in financial giving during and after the Crusade.

Church Action Plan Encourage your church to begin praying regularly for the GO TELL Crusade Participate in the Kick-off Banquet Recruit individuals to sell banquet tickets & attend the ticket captain training Encourage your church to begin praying regularly for the Crusade Pray during Sunday School classes, Bible studies, worship services, personal devotions, etc. Appoint a Crusade Prayer Leader to organize your church’s prayer efforts Promote and participate in scheduled Crusade prayer events Select a Mobilization Team to lead your church’s Crusade involvement Record the names of the leaders for your Mobilization Team on the form provided and return a copy to the Crusade office as soon as possible. Send in even if all positions are not filled. Members of the team should attend Chairman Training on April 7 location and schedule to be announced.

Church Action Plan Prayerfully consider your church’s financial involvement in the Crusade: Kick-off Banquet Crusade Challenge Formulate plan to implement Each One Reach One Participate in the Crusade Kick-off Banquet Appoint a Ticket Chairman Recruit 1 – 3 Ticket Captains to be responsible for ticket sales Attend Ticket Captain Training On April 7 Turn in money for tickets to Banquet Chairman or designee Begin to prayerfully consider your church’s financial involvement in the crusade Complete the Go Tell Crusade Church Financial Commitment Card and return it to the Crusade office Submit your church’s contribution at least 45 days prior to the crusade Formulate a plan to implement Each One Reach One One Each One Reach One cards will be available from the Crusade office Develop a Church Follow-up Strategy

Church Action Plan Promote & Participate in crusade preparation teams. Create a Crusade Information Bulletin Board in your church to inform the congregation about upcoming events as well as updating your church website with upcoming crusade events. Promote & participate in Outreach Events Promote and participate in all training sessions All Crusade volunteers should attend Committee Training Rally All Crusade volunteers should attend Christian Life & Witnessing Classes All Counselors, Advisors and Follow-up workers should attend training. Participate in Crusade Challenge Sunday Take up a special Crusade love offering Turn into the Crusade office within five days Promote and participate in Outreach events – encourage 100% church participation Doorstep Visitation Flyer Distribution Move your church services to the Crusade site on Sunday and Wednesday evening

Church Action Plan Move church services to Crusade site Sunday and Wednesday Arrange for and provide transportation, as needed. Develop a Church Follow-up Strategy Implement a New Believer’s Class the week following the Crusade. Promote and participate in all training sessions All Crusade volunteers should attend Committee Training Rally All Crusade volunteers should attend Christian Life & Witnessing Classes All Counselors, Advisors and Follow-up workers should attend training. Participate in Crusade Challenge Sunday Take up a special Crusade love offering Turn into the Crusade office within five days Promote and participate in Outreach events – encourage 100% church participation Doorstep Visitation Flyer Distribution Move your church services to the Crusade site on Sunday and Wednesday evening

GO TELL Crusade Information Seminar