Advocate Endorsements

‘One of the Most Dynamic Outreaches in the Christian Faith Today’ Pastors, parents, ministry and business leaders enthusiastically share thoughts about Awana. Click here to read endorsements from parents, volunteers, children and teens. Read testimonies of Modern-Day Joseph's

		When we brought Awana to our church, two of our children were still in the children’s program. They have greatly benefited from the Awana program. Thank you for your love for God, for the souls of men and for children because those have combined to make Awana one of the most dynamic outreaches in the Christian faith today. What makes Awana special is that it has integrated solid Bible teaching on a level a young person can understand, receive and apply in an environment of fun and enjoyment. The parents have gotten excited about the Word of God seeing its impact on their children. For us, we found Awana to be the centerpiece of our children’s ministry. Dr. Tony Evans Senior pastor, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, Dallas, Texas Founder/president, the Urban Alternative

		I’m thrilled that our grandchildren are in Awana because we’re seeing the same thing replicated in the next generation of our family. I believe Awana is a leading catalyst in effecting real change in this generation. Dr. Joe Stowell President, Cornerstone University Former teaching pastor, Harvest Bible Chapel Former president, Moody Bible Institute

		For nearly 60 years, Awana has been developing Bible-based resources to help parents and churches throughout the world grow children and teens into spiritually mature adults. Together, with God’s help, we can train boys and girls to know, love and serve Christ and become the spiritual champions God intends them to be. Pat Williams Senior Vice President, Orlando Magic Author and speaker

		Awana is a perfect Bible curriculum for them (her kids). They say the best time to teach a child another language is while they’re young, and I think the same principle applies to memory verses. By memorizing them when they are young, it will affect the way they are shaped from the inside out. And it is another language – it’s the language of God. Lisa Whelchel Author, speaker, homeschool parent Former star of TV’s “The Facts of Life”

		Awana was formative in my sons’ lives, and I think they were better adults. They have a more well-rounded approach to children’s ministry and commitment in their own ministries. Dr. Mark Bailey President, Dallas Theological Seminary

		I wouldn’t be here today if I didn’t have a mother and a father who loved the Lord, if I wasn’t taken to a church where the Word was preached, and if I wasn’t involved in the precious ministry of Awana, who helped to encourage me to have a love and an insatiable appetite for the Word of God. Janet Parshall Host of radio talk show “Janet Parshall’s America”

		My wife has been a leader in Awana. My kids have been in Awana for a number of years. Awana does a lot of wonderful things. It’s been a great experience. George Barna President, The Barna Group Author, Transforming Children Into Spiritual Champions

		My kids grew up in Awana, and I am in awe of your organization. Awana was a wonderful experience for my kids. You are doing great work throughout America. Stuart Epperson Co-founder and chairman, Salem Communications Founder, One Kid at a Time, Inc.

		God has used Awana as a powerful witness to educate kids about Him. Through Awana I was impacted by Scripture memory and learning the Bible. Steve Mason Guitarist, Jars of Clay

		For nearly 60 years, the ministries of Awana have provided Bible-based tools to help parents and churches train children and youth to become godly adults. I invite you to join me in partnering with Awana. Kurt Warner Arizona Cardinals quarterback Founder, First Things First Foundation

		Awana is so integral today because you’re nourishing kids in the gospel of Jesus Christ, how to be like Christ, to say, “I’m going to do what Christ did.” J.C. Watts Former U.S. Congressman from Oklahoma

		Awana is such a vital ministry because it gets the gospel out to kids around the world. Rick Amato Worldwide evangelist and author

		I love Awana. I wish every boy and girl in the world would go to Awana. If they did, we’d change the world. Dr. Sumner Wemp Former pastor and director, Moody Bible Institute and Liberty University Former president, Southeastern Bible College Founder, New Life Tract Society

		It’s so exciting that kids all over the world are hiding the Word in their hearts. I’m praying that every church on earth would have Awana – that’s my dream … memorizing Scripture changes your heart and beliefs and makes us the people God wants us to be. Dr. Gary Smalley President and founder, Smalley Relationship Center Author, speaker, counselor

		My family believes so deeply in your ministry. When our children were much younger, they were a part of Awana. Our church has an Awana program that’s just flourishing. In fact, it’s the talk of the church. Bruce Wilkinson Former president, Walk Thru the Bible Author, The Prayer of Jabez, The Life God Rewards, Secrets of the Vine, The Dream Giver

		Awana has been one of the greatest ministries we’ve started in our church since I’ve been pastor. From its inception it just exploded. Throughout the year we see so many kids saved, and the beautiful thing is not just how it reaches children but how it reaches the parents, too. I am grateful for Awana. I think it’s wonderful what you’re doing, and I praise the Lord for it. Dr. James Merritt Former president, Southern Baptist Convention Former senior pastor, First Baptist Church, Snellville, Georgia