Grace Academy in Washington

On May 2, 2016 we were welcomed into Grace Academy in Marysville Washington to present a special assembly for the entire school. The leadership told us it was a rare treat for all 275 students from grades K-12 to gather in the same place at the same time. The students displayed a perfect blend of respect and enthusiasm throughout the UniShow. Afterward, it was a treat for us to meet a high school student who recently moved to WA from our home state of MN and is not only proficient with the yo-yo but also desires to use his talent to share Jesus. We hope to see him out there someday creatively drawing crowds and sharing God's love.

We received some great feedback from teachers following the assembly. Quotes submitted from our post-show evaluation form included:

"Students talked about it for days! They were so excited and understood at different levels the importance of finding their nitch and using it to bring glory to God."

"Best assembly /chapel of the year!!!! Really liked when he jumped the principal."

"Dustin has been given a true gift to share the message of Christ with youth in a way that truly speaks to their hearts. Impressing teenage boys is difficult, but he had them captivated!"

"You need to see this couple that have a unique outreach ministry. Highly entertaining, captivating, engaging with a gospel message."

"Dustin did an excellent job of keeping the attention of the students for K-12 grade. That is an almost impossible thing to do. But, he was able keep them focused on the message using his talents and skills."

What is Your Story?

There are many things that could be done on a Friday night.  For example, teenagers who love Jesus could put together a big event and invite their friends to come hear their stories.  That's exactly what happened on Friday, March 18th at Chanhassen High School in Minnesota.

High school students in Minnesota have gotten fired up to share their faith with there peers.  About 4 years ago the first My Story event took place at Eden Prairie High School.  Since then, half a dozen other schools have taken the template and run with it, creating a fun and energetic evening where Jesus is the Star of the show.

A comedian opened the show and led a few crazy games before a student band rocked a song.  Next, students interviewed University of Minnesota football players who clearly shared that following Jesus is the only way to truly live.  It was a privilege to then share the UniShow.  Dustin tore it up on the unicycle before sharing how only a relationship with Jesus has filled the emptiness in his life and given him purpose and meaning.  Then live and through video, about 8 students boldly and bravely shared their personal stories of how God has changed them.  We are so proud of these students who were real and vulnerable in front of classmates and teachers whom they interact with on a daily basis.  They explained how God has freed them from addictions to prescription medication, pornography and achievement.  They shared that the journey isn't easy but God is with them and has given them healing, hope, joy and a burning desire to see their friends also surrender their lives to Jesus.  

The night ended with youth speaker, Zane Black sharing his story, the Gospel and giving students an opportunity to respond.  QR codes had been placed on the back of every seat in the theater so students could scan and fill in their responses.  Turns out God was working in many hearts and 72 students responded to the call to surrender their lives to Jesus!   

We are so inspired by the bold students who are stepping out and making Jesus known on their campuses.