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Meet Jim Trick
Whether Jim Trick is speaking or singing about being 13 years old and witnessing his father suffering a massive brain stem stroke in a train station, what it was like to once weigh over 430lbs or about the time he capsized a canoe in the middle of the alligator riddled Belize River, Jim always finds a way to bring the point back to what it means to have an authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.
Jim is a performing songwriter, speaker and retreat leader who uses his gifts and talents to challenge, encourage and inspire people of all ages to live deep, love without cultural filters and fall in love with the One who loved us first.
Jims concerts, workshops and retreats are fun, engaging and honest in a way that allows people from varied backgrounds to relate and grow in the knowledge of God. Jim Trick events are great for fostering community within a group and are also the perfect place to bring un-churched individuals.
Jim's ministry background is diverse and extensive. He has for several years worked in counter cult ministry as a missionary, board member and assistant researcher with Sound Doctrine Ministries. During this time Jims training for ministry involved actually going to Kingdom Halls, Christian Science churches, meeting regularly with Mormon Elders and engaging in intentional interaction with other cultists for the purpose of proclaiming the true Gospel of Jesus Christ. He has worked on staff as Youth Pastor for the Faith Evangelical Church of Melrose, MA and spent several years as Director of outreach and student ministries for the First Baptist Church of Haverhill, MA. Jim is active in prison ministry and is the founder of two innovative cafe style, inner city, food ministries. Jim has also participated in short term missions to Central America.
He is an accomplished acoustic guitarist / singer who is able to weave real life stories into melodies ranging in style from contemporary folk to acoustic rock. Jims music is the tool he uses to create instant connection to his audience.
Jim has independently released four albums including his most recent entitled Jim Trick, Buying The Field. He has been included in numerous compilations including Karens Climb which benefited Americans with Multiple Sclerosis and With All My Soul Volume 2. Jims music can be heard in the Graham Soursa film Conscientious Objections as well as in radio advertising for USA I-NET.
Jim is available for concerts, retreats, colleges, churches, Mens ministries, Singles groups, keynote addresses, leadership training, workshops and youth groups. Consider Jims ministry as a part of your next event. While Jim has experience speaking and performing for audiences of thousands he is very comfortable in intimate settings as well.
Endorsements
He connects with audiences immediately, and through stories and song his passion and heart come out while he both blesses and challenges students. The Bryan College motto is Christ Above All, and Jims ministry is in complete alignment with our focus on putting Christ first. Its safe to say Jim will be coming back to Bryan. There would be too many disappointed students otherwise. Michael Sapienza Director of Enrollment Management Bryan College, Dayton, TN
Jim Trick was our keynote speaker at our annual Common Ground Mens Retreat in March 2007... By all accounts Jim was one of our best speakers ever, but many men commented that he was the best ever Jim effectively connected the retreat theme to the men through a combination of his gut-wrenching personal testimony, outstanding speaking talents, timely sense-of-humor and his musical talents. Jim challenged the men like they have never challenged before at our retreats. Men were convicted, humbled, and recommitted to being the men the Lord intended them to be dozens of men chose to recommit or turn their lives over to their Lord Jesus Christ for the first time. Jim Trick gets my highest recommendation as a top notch Retreat Speaker. Barry Crawford, Common Ground Retreat Leader.
"Jim is far and away one of my favorites. His love for Christ is evident in all he does. I would not hesitate to recommend Jim as both a communicator (for preaching and teaching) and as a musician. Our congregation loves him! Personally, I not only enjoy his music, but also deeply appreciate his heart for Christ. Pastor Steve Murray, The Rock Church
Jims style is relevant, honest and direct. His presentation is clear and his message cuts through the jargon of Christianese and comes alive. As a youth ministry veteran of more than 20 years I have seen and heard my share of speakers and entertainers. I can confidently say that I place Jim in the top 10 of all of those I have worked with over the years. Scott Linscott Assoc. Pastor / Student Min. First Baptist Church Portland, ME
The kids loved him and we knew we had found someone who loved them back with the passion of Christ. Jims seminars have always had great eye-catching titles, but have held biblically sound and engaging content. Dave Lenehan Youth For Christ
I consider Jim Trick's ministry to be a gift of God to His Church. Jim combines extraordinary musical talent with the gift of evangelism, and these are both buttressed by a solid orthodoxy in the essentials of the Christian Faith. I highly recommend this brother in Christ for ministry to both believer and unbeliever.
Dr. Steven Tsoukalas, PH. D Sound Doctrine Ministries
Enthusiastic, from the Greek "en theos" meaning "to inject with God", is the best adjective to describe Jim Trick - and that's just what he does for youth! His music and personal stories help kids to relate to him right where they are. Jim has a rare and creative gift for touching individuals in their struggles. He not only challenges kids' thinking about authentic Christianity, but charges them to take a stand of integrity in their world. Jim was instrumental in bringing a spiritual revival to our middle school students after a two-day retreat.
Ms. Christine Beard Middle School Principal West Bay Christian Academy, North Kingstown, RI
I have been familiar and associated with Jim Trick's ministry for approximately fifteen and a half years.....Jim is a gifted songwriter and singer, able to mold words and craft lyrics that are poignant, heartfelt and relevant to the times and subjects he chooses to sing about. Beyond this is his obvious love for the Lord and tenacity in proclaiming the Gospel message..... I wholeheartedly endorse Jim Trick for a concert that will captivate the minds of all who hear and leave no one with any doubt who he serves. Rev. David VanHuisen Resolute Ministries, Jenison, Ml
My favorite part of the retreat was when Jim Trick was singing his songs. I could feel God's presence. He really touched my heart. I don't think anyone could have made it more fun to learn about God's word. Some people come and I think about how boring this person is going to be but Jim was really gifted in the way of sharing the Gospel. That was my favorite part of the retreat. Sam Lukens 6th Grader
His original music and guitar styles are unique and personal. He ministers with the Word as well as song. I find this to be a trademark that works. He gets intimate with his audience, which allows the Word the Lord gives him to be deeply planted. I would recommend Jim for your Church, coffeehouse or function. His straight, up front approach is what "makes" this ministry along with his anointing.
