Quotes About Waldo From Others
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"I don't know, if while you are performing, whether you get a chance to look at the kid's eyes. Thursday night they were as big as silver dollars. You made an impact on those in attendance that will last a long time."
"Aside from the professionalism of Waldo, and beyond his humor is the way he presented the gospel. This had to be one of the most effective ways I've seen for captivating an audience and sharing Christ. Any age would benefit from a night with Waldo!"
"Your ministry has truly been a blessing to our church for the past 3 years. We hope we can have you back for at least 3 more. You were "fantastico"! The kids paid attention, retained your message and they've been asking, "When is Waldo coming back?" It is evident that God has given you special talents and abilities to reach the young kids with the gospel message."
"One parent said,"My kids couldn't wait to get to church tonight to see Waldo.""
"His presentation was done very professionally and carried a strong Biblical message. The clown format seems to be a very effective tool for teaching Biblical truths, especially for little ones."
"If you are looking for a special event for youth or adults that will be entertaining while pointing your audience to God and His Word, "Waldo the Clown" if for You!"
"Waldo is a clown who has a passion for Jesus Christ, and this passion comes through with every program he has. Each time Waldo has been in Moweaqua the ministry value of his program has been incredible. Without a doubt, your church or organization will be blessed and pleased if you share Waldo's passion for the Lord."
"Steve Walden, a.k.a. Waldo the Clown, can deliver. He's a great entertainer, story-teller, magician, balloon animal maker, jokester, preacher, and clown. And he can do it all in budget that will fit your needs."
"I was amazed as he kept young children, teenagers, and even adults listening intently as he related Biblical truths through the tricks of trade used by a clown. He made our youth kick-off into a night to remember."
"I am most impressed with the way that Steve relates a Christian, positive message to each act that he performs. He not only brings it down to their level (we have had preschool and elementary children involved) he makes it very interesting and they love him. We have had groups anywhere from 60 to 200 and they are totally engrossed in "Waldo" every time."
"During the past ten years my three youth ministries have had a few things in common: basically: Teaching, Preaching and Reaching. Waldo the Clown is able to minister within all three of these areas in his Gospel-oriented programs. That is why I have had him four different times over the past eight years and hope to have him participate again and again and again!!!"
"The one thing you can be sure of when Waldo is performing is that God's Word will be presented and the kids will enjoy the lesson. His mixture of "clowning skills" and magic tricks help the crowd see the message."
"Through humor, balloons, juggling and illusions he drove home the importance of reading and doing God's Word in a way to which the adults, the very young children and the older, 'wiser,' more skeptical boys could relate."
"He did a great job of interacting with the kids, getting them to participate with excitement."
"As Waldo the Clown, an easy rapport was established and maintained with the audience that made the program entertaining and delightful. Waldo also provides a point of contact for the children that makes the message he shares more memorable."
"As a clown he can open doors and touch lives and provide an outreach to people who might not otherwise be receptive to the church."
"His humor, wit, and actions hit home with great applications. All of us were challenged to make a change in our life because of God's work through Waldo."
"Steve led a seminar for our adults on how to be creative in teaching God's Word. His ideas were so practical and so easy that even the least creative person could be creative with the steps Steve showed. My teachers are now excited about teaching God's Word."
"Waldo presents a message about Jesus that is both fun and heart warming. With his crazy assortment of props Waldo makes the audience laugh and have fun while they are learning some very valuable lessons."
"Waldo appeals to all age groups as well. Our assembly included children, teens and adults of all ages. Everyone was equally entertained and encouraged by Waldo's presentation."
"Waldo the Clown is a very talented teacher. He was able to hold the attention of over 50 youth whose grades were from preschool to high school. Waldo was even able to reach through his message many adults."
"Waldo the Clown has a very unique way of teaching. He entertains while he teaches. This is something that is necessary in order to reach youth."
