Gospel Express Evangelistic MinistriesNEWSLETTER Vol. 31 No. 264

November-December 2014

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Ephesians 3:20 summarizes this thirty-year journey. All inspi-

ration is of God. Before we did anything, He thought of everything. Therefore, all ministry endeavors are not of the wisdom of man but of God.

The ministry began in 1984 with Larry Kennel as part

of our family team and Duane Mullett coming on board the following year. We could not have imagined all the families, single workers, and board members that would choose to labor with us, not to mention the multitude of volunteers through prison crusades, Bible course graders, banquets, auctions and international ministry.

Sarah and I have been richly blessed with faithful fam-ily and friends who have spoken both admonition and

sincere encouragement into our lives through the years. I wish space would allow to give honor and recognition, but naming without explaining wouldn’t do justice. Perhaps a book-writing mission ( ) is forth coming; making known God’s deeds among the people.

Valleys of humiliation and tears have been very familiar on this journey. My wife Sarah has been my best friend

and encourager, along with our family, including my Dad, from whom I’ve confided and drawn wisdom over the years.

Now to Him that is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us. - Ephesians 3:20

A 30 Year Journey...Gospel Express MinistriesGiving wings to families and birthing other ministries has

brought growing pains, yet I thank God that all of these brothers and sisters are among our dearest friends. The great challenge is to find our purpose in life [to know the will of God and do it], and then to help others find their purpose.

God has and continues to bless this ministry with work-ers that have a passion for Jesus Christ and a heart of

compassion unto the least of these. Apart from salvation, my great joy has been to discover and witness what God’s hand has arranged, to stand in awe, and to give Him the glory!

Sarah and I, along with all our co-workers, express sincere appreciation to each of you who have not only sown into

our lives but countless others through this ministry. (There is a sprinkling of photos on page 2.) It’s because of the grace of God and friends like you that this journey has been exceedingly, abundantly above all that we could ask or think…to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen. - Ephesians 3:21.

Because of Jesus, - Nelson & Sarah

A 30 Year Journey...Gospel Express Ministries

1984 - 2014 A Journey of Laughter, Tears, Trials... and Triumph

So Jesus answered and said, “Assuredly, I say to you, there is no one who has left house or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or lands, for My sake and the Gospel ’s, who shall not receive a hundredfold now in this time—houses and brothers and sisters and mothers and children and lands, with persecutions—and in the age to come, eternal life.” - Mark 10: 29-30

Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart. - Elizabeth Andrew

He is no fool who gives that which He cannot keep to receive that which He cannot lose. - Jim Elliot

I am just a little pencil in the hand of God who is sending a love letter to the world. - Mother Teresa

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Mullett FaMily update

Introducing “From Pain to Purpose” The painful events in our family’s life have begged for answers to our heartfelt ques-tion of, “Where is God when life hurts?” Our family has been on a personal journey to find resounding answers and healing truths. We are excited in seeing how we can assist in sharing God’s answers and truths with others and to be better equipped in caring for the hearts of those who are hurting. This quest is birthing a new seminar entitled “From Pain to Purpose.” Our family will continue ministering in prisons and churches, along with presenting this seminar by request.

If you’d like for us to come to your church, you can contact us at: duane@themullettfamily.com. Titles of our “From Pain to Purpose” messages will include: How Powerful is Your God?, Recognizing Defining Moments, Have You Truly Surrendered?, and Finding Hope and Healing When Life Hurts. For more information and to stay connected with us, visit: TheMullettFamily.com - Duane & Cindy Mullett

testiMony nuggets

• This is what busy mothers and ladies need. Just want to bless and thank you all.

• Maryann’s story just changed my life.

• Loved the balance of tears, worship, and laughter.

• I felt so pampered. The food was amazing… delicious.

• I especially appreciated the diversity of people, the love, and acceptance… no judgment.

• I really appreciated the honesty; speakers and staff not acting like they had it all together.

Northwest Canada Two Families…One GoalWhat a blessing to travel with the Dave Miller family. Our schedule was full, but the blessings were rich and full as well. God opened doors for us to minister in many prisons, churches, and communities.

Some of the highlights include: • Warm hospitality we received at a Christian Hutterite colony in

a remote Saskatchewan area. We thank God for the privilege of worshiping the Lord together in music, testimonies and preaching.

• The restoration of a marriage that was nearly de-stroyed by Satan. The couple also became motivated to help others who are walking on dangerous territory or have fallen into immorality.

• A business man that was convicted about his priorities in life. He shared how his focus needs to be more on ministry and eternal things and less on materialism. He was planning to buy more trucks that week but instead headed the call of God.

• The seventy-seven men in prison in Alberta who were very hun-gry spiritually. Many rededicated their lives to Christ, asked for prayer, etc.

This tour was not normal but extra ordinary in many ways. The Penner/Miller youth would always begin the program with beauti-ful instrumentals followed by our family singing, the Miller’s doing a drama, then Brother Dave doing the preaching. We would then conclude with a number of songs together. To God be the glory! - Jake Penner

Isaiah 19:1 says “…The Lord rideth upon a swift cloud, and shall come into Egypt, and the idols of Egypt shall be moved at his presence, and the heart of Egypt shall melt in the midst of it.” One of the things the Lord put on my heart for this tour was to host the presence of the Lord wherever we go. When people sense the presence of the Lord, all Glory goes to Him and not man. It was a great privilege to minister together with the Penner Family. By God’s Grace, people dwell together in unity and there God commands the Blessing! We thank God so much for His bless-ings during the services, His traveling protection, and for health and strength! Because of Jesus - Dave Miller

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Embracing Womanhood Conference

At our Woman’s Conference this year we hosted around 250 women from across the States, as well as Canada and Mexico! There was lots of laughter and tears, as well as times for sharing and praying with each other. Our prayer was for each woman to leave encouraged.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to Maryann Kauffman for shar-ing her story, and all the speakers for sharing from their hearts! Thanks also to Sara Eash, Dan and Rita Miller, and all the cooks (your food was delicious!), Deborah Miller and team for the beau-tiful job in decorating, the worship, drama, prayer, and sound teams, the ushers, and all who helped. We also appreciated Ryan

Bomgardner coming and ending the conference with laughter. - Sarah Coblentz

Penner & Miller Families

Nelson & Sarah Nov 17-19 ...... Pennsylvania Banquets Nov 21-23 ...... Gospel Express 30th Anniversary Reunion – Paradise, PA Dec 3-7 ............ Florida Prison Crusade – Marianna, FL Dec 28 ............. Pinecraft Park Singspiration – Sarasota, FL Dec 30 ............. Volleyball Tournament – Sarasota, FL Jan 2-17 .......... Medical, Prison and Construction Mission - Uganda, Africa

Sean Bontrager Family Nov 16 ............. Hammer Creek Menn. Church – Lititz, PA (PM) Nov 17-19 ...... Pennsylvania Banquets Nov 21-23 ...... Gospel Express 30th Anniversary Reunion – Paradise, PA Dec 3-7 ............ Florida Prison Crusade – Marianna, FL Dec 28 ............. Pinecraft Park Singspiration – Sarasota, FL Dec 30 ............. Volleyball Tournament – Sarasota, FL Jan 24-29 ........ We Care Crusade – Atmore, AL

Miller Family Nov 9 ............... Providence Menn Church - Berlin, OH (AM) Nov 17-19 ...... Pennsylvania Banquets Nov 21-23 ...... Gospel Express 30th Anniversary Reunion – Paradise, PA Dec 3-7 ............ Florida Prison Crusade – Marianna, FL Dec 28 ............. Sarasota, FL Church (AM) Dec 28 ............. Pinecraft Park Singspiration – Sarasota, FL Dec 30 ............. Volleyball Tournament – Sarasota, FL Jan 10-29 ........ Kenya, Africa (Crusades & Prison Ministry)

Mullett Family Nov 16 ............. Maranatha Fellowship – Dover, DE (AM) Nov 16 ............. Central Menn. Church – Silver, DE (PM) Nov 17-19 ...... Pennsylvania Banquets Nov 21-23 ...... Gospel Express 30th Anniversary Reunion – Paradise, PA Nov 30 ............. Cleveland Christian Fellowship – Woodleaf, NC (PM) Dec 3-7 ............ Florida Prison Crusade – Marianna, FL

Penner Family Nov 18 ............. South Lawrence Menn. Church – Glen Flora, WI Nov 19 ............. Townline Menn. Church – Shipshwana, IN Nov 20 ............. Grace Menn. Chapel – Hadley, PA Nov 21-23 ...... Gospel Express 30th Anniversary Reunion – Paradise, PA Nov 23 ............. Millwood Menn. Church – Gap, PA (PM) Nov 25 ............. Widows Banquet Rockwood Menn. – Honey Brook, PA Nov 30 ............. Salisbury Believer’s Fellowship – Spencer, NC (AM) Nov 30 ............. Cleveland Believer’s Fellowship – Cleveland, NC (PM) Dec 1 ............... Crossroads Music Studio – Arden, NC Dec 3-7 ............ Florida Prison Crusade – Marianna, FL Dec 7 ............... Red Oak Menn. Church – Blountstown, FL Dec 9 .............. Faith Menn. Church – Crawford, MS Dec 10 ............. Finger Christian Fellowship – Finger, TN

Mervin Wengerd BTF = Bondage to Freedom Seminars; CR = Conflict Resolution Nov 16 ............. Gospel Light Church – Gordonsville, VA (AM) Nov 16 ............. Morning View Menn. Church – Singers Glen, VA (PM) Nov 17-19 ...... Pennsylvania Banquets Nov 21-23 ...... Gospel Express 30th Anniversary Reunion – Paradise, PA Dec 3-7 ............ Florida Prison Crusade – Marianna, FL Dec 8-11 ......... BTF Seminars in North Florida Prisons Jan 13-14 ........ CR Seminar Broad River CI – Columbia, SC

GOSPEL EXPRESS EVANGELISTIC TEAM INC.

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Annual Volleyball Tournament

Tuesday, December 30, 2014PALM GROVE CHURCH - SARASOTA, FL

For more information or to register your team, call Mike Miller at (941) 320-3984.

Tournament proceeds will benefit Palm Grove Christian School and evangelistic, humanitarian, and medical missions in third world countries.

TEAMS NEEDED!

30th Year Anniversary SingspirationSaturday November 22 @ 6:30 PMLinville Hill Mennonite School, Paradise, PA

Come join us for a special evening as we travel back through the years. Hear many of your favorite

Coblentz Family songs from the 80’s and 90’s, sung by the entire Coblentz Family. Previous and current ministry teams will also be there.

Coblentz Family • Stutzman Family • New Creation • ByGrace • New Heart

Mullett Family • Miller Family • Penner Family • Bontrager Family

Visit our website www.gospelexpressonline.org or call the office 828-859-7003 to confirm dates before traveling long distances.

Team Schedules

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

South Carolina Prison Crusade

Abbeville • Columbia • Sumter • Walterboro

February 8-12, 2015

Partner with us for four days of “hands on” prison ministry!(Orientation and training is provided on Day 1)

• Daily evangelistic services• Inmate visitation in dorms, cafeterias, and lock-up• Recreation yard activities

Register before Nov. 21st to receive your “Early Bird” rate.

You can now register online at: www.gospelexpressonline.org

To receive an application, call Greta at (828) 859-7003 or email us at prison@gospelexpressonline.org

Registration Deadline: December 12

Long-Term OpportunityAre you looking for an opportunity to serve others? Gospel Express is in need of a domestic worker, assisting teams pre/post tour. For more information on this position or other opportunities, call Lonnie 828-859-7003 or visit our website: www.gospelexpressonline.org/opportunities

Come join our ministry team!