“It’s a mighty fine piece of theater, with boundless energy and a lot of heart.”

Matthew A. Everett - Twin Cities Daily Planet - Minneapolis

“Wesley’s ministry is one of talent and excellence! But most of all, Wesley reflects Jesus!”

Pastor Bob Yandian - Grace Fellowship - Tulsa, OK

Do more than just STUDY the Bible…

Explore the people, the culture and the history so that your study in the Gospel of Luke lifts above the printed page. When you watch Wesley bring the stories of Luke’s Gospel to life in your sanctuary, you’ll discover that insights and understanding seem to leap from the pages. That, of course, is a work of the Holy Spirit moving and illuminating the Word which is already living. But when you utilize the tools that Wesley brings to the table in this dramatic encounter, Your congregation will be engaged to think about and comprehend Luke’s writing on a multi-sensory level. Previous experience and study and the dramatic encounter work together to cause lasting interaction with the narrative.

“Pastor, if you invite Wesley Brainard into your church, your people will see the Word of God come alive. The impact will be one that will stay with your people for a lifetime”

Pastor Tommy J. Culwell - Colonial Hill Baptist Church - Snyder, TX

Do more than just TEACH the Bible…

Combine the depth of your teaching with the compelling nature of Wesley’s dramatic encounter to give your congregation a lasting and meaningful experience that will leave them hungry for more.

To further enhance the dramatic encounter of “Luke Comes to Life,” CHARAKTER Ministry of the Arts now offers, “Stepping Into the Pages,” a meditative journey into the process of praying through, memorizing, and putting the Scriptures onstage. Even those within your church family who are not creative will find this creative process a fresh and meaningful journey into the study and experience of God’s word. When you host a presentation of “Luke Comes to Life,” please consider also offering a “Stepping into the Pages” workshop. Your congregation will be inspired to memorize Scripture and walk away with tools they can use to make the process fun and effective.

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“It is a skillfully and engagingly told story that serves a purpose beyond the self.”

Dominic P. Papatola - Pioneer Press - St Paul

“Thanks for all you did to make yesterday so amazing for our people. I couldn’t imagine a more fitting way to conclude the Life of Christ series! Blessing to you and I look forward to working with you again in the future.”

Darrell Dean - Levy Baptist Church - North Little Rock, AR

“Wesley’s storytelling is utterly engaging!”

Kate Hoff - Twin Cities Daily Planet - Minneapolis

“Wesley Brainard is an artist with a profound appreciation for Holy Scripture and a heart for sharing the biblical message in a unique and powerful presentation. He conveyed the nuances in Luke in a new and insightful way.”

Lee McGlone, Ph.D. - FBC - Arkadelphia, AR