Travels from: Waco, TX   Click here to inquire about or book a speaker Joe Loughlin "ReKindle the gift of God within you..." 2 Timothy 1:6 * * * * * * * *  If you want the combination of inspiration, humor, and practicality for your program or event, then Dr. Joe Loughlin is the speaker for you! * * * * * * * *  A master story teller, Joe holds his audiences spell bound with the art of creatively communicating the truths of God's Word in practical and relevant ways. He is best known for two traits: being real and really funny. When you hear Joe speak, you might find yourself laughing one minute, crying the next, and even feeling the need to say "ouch" on occasion. Regardless, you'll walk away feeling encouraged, refreshed, and like you've heard directly from God. Joe's ministry has rekindled hearts and spiritual lives for twenty-one years, on both the east and west coasts, in eleven states, and on the continents of Europe and North Africa. Joe has the following earned degrees: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology/Sociology, Howard Payne University, Master of Divinity, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and the Doctor of Ministry, Dallas Theological Seminary. He is also a graduate of Florence and Marita Littauer's CLASS (Christian Leaders, Authors and Speakers Seminar). Joe resides in Waco, Texas with his wife, Valerie, and their three children, Briana, Worth, and Glenna. * * * * * * * *  Speaking Topics Include The Significance Factor This series of fast-paced and interactive one-hour sessions gleans lessons from lives like Solomon, Stephen, and Joseph. Find relief from the insatiable demands of this world's drive for success as you realize God has destined you for something better-significance. (Ideal for an all-day conference or full weekend retreat. Can be streamlined for a keynote presentation) Fanning Your Faith Back into Flame Does your flame of faith tend to flicker a little low from time to time? Well, you're not alone. You'll gain practical insights from the Word of God and simple steps of application that help you fan your faith back into flame. (Designed to flex-from one hour to half-day conference) Choosing Joy With a creative blend of candor and self-effacing humor, Joe teaches you how to identify and overcome the most common robbers of happiness in your life. You'll come away with a fresh approach to making the conscious and strategic choice of laughter and joy. (Ideal for a keynote or after dinner/banquet presentation) Church Happens and Sometimes It's Funny As a master story teller, Joe shares hilarious stories from his first 20 years of ministry. Laugh until you beg for mercy and be encouraged by the truth that though church may not always be fun, it is often very funny. (Ideal for a keynote presentation or after dinner/banquet entertainment) Rekindling Relationships Observing the selfless model of Jesus, you will discover four simple steps that reconcile torn relationships, refresh stale ones, and fan the plain into extraordinary. (Designed to flex-from one hour to half-day conference) Surviving Re-entry You've experienced the spiritual high of a retreat or other mountain-top experience, but now you have to go back home-laundry, yard work, meals and meetings. Don't panic! Combining practicality and humor, Joe shows you how to prevent burning up on your re-entry into the atmosphere of reality. (Ideal for a conference or retreat finale) Building a Model Home You Can Still Live In This multi-session topic takes you on a tour through a model Christian home, with each room representing an important quality or characteristic of God's design for the family. You'll find hope rekindled for turning your dreams into reality. (Ideal for couples or men's groups as an all-day conference or full weekend retreat) The Perfect Church: God's Image or Our Imagination? Your church isn't perfect, but don't give up! Using a variety of scriptural images (the body, the bride, the flock, etc.), Joe refreshes your hope and outlook for what God desires to do within and through your church. (Designed for church staff, lay ministry teams or entire congregations as an all-day or weekend conference) Joe's presentations can be adjusted in length and combination to meet your needs, from an after- lunch/dinner session, to a half or full day seminar or to a full weekend retreat. Also, Joe has audio resources available for preview. CLASServices, Inc. Copyright 2001

Looking for a Speaker? CLICK HERE * * * * * * What others are saying... "Great! I enjoyed the fresh message that centered on God's Word. I went away from each session with something I can apply to my daily life." - Tim, DeGray Lake Retreat, AR "We felt you were speaking just to us. We leave here challenged to pursue significance and with a deep desire to allow God to use us for His glory." - Rod and Rachel, Oklahoma City, OK "You always have a way of saying the serious things in a digestible way. Precisely the encouragement we needed. We will use ReKindle again!" - Austin Ryan, Minister of Worship/Arts, Copperfield Church, Houston, TX "Thanks for a great conference. What a blast!" - Carol, Corporate Event Planner, Dallas, TX "This conference has helped me re-prioritize my life and re-fuel my spirit." - William, Denton, TX "Awesome! One of the most encouraging, entertaining, and spiritually challenging speakers I've ever heard." - Sabra, T-Bar-M Retreat, New Braunfels, TX "Very clear, to the point, and REFRESHING!!" - Barbara, Abilene, TX "I chose coming to this retreat over attending my 20th high school reunion. I was not disappointed. That's how special this weekend was to my life. Thanks!" - Van, De Queen, AR * * * * * * * * Are you planning an upcoming event? Need some help in the planning and details? Click here for the article "Secrets of a Successful Meeting" *******