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For HIS Kidz represents a number of ministries who are approved by Upward Unlimited Sports as speakers and some who are in the process of being approved. Listed here are ministries available to speak at Upward Award Programs. If you need a speaker, we can let you know who is from your part of the country or we can tell you who will be in your area. Call soon, because these dates book quickly!

Blake Caldwell

Blake has performed both nationally and internationally with his magic. Through a combination of illusions, comedy, audience interaction and “balloonimations” (yeah, he made that up), kids will be laughing, parents will be swept up in the flow; and all will be ready to hear what God has for them!

Boston Bachert

Juggling, circus arts, illusion, comedy, audience participation, a clear gospel presentation, and more! Get ready to give your audiences an experience that will take your event to the next level!

brad brown

Brad Brown is a Christian entertainer who uses magic and comedy to engage audiences and present Gospel truth. His programs can include anything from escapes, to comedy magic, to skillful sleight-of-hand.

Brandon Rushin

Brandon Rushin is a dynamic speaker, entertainer and emcee with 25 years of ministry experience. Brandon, and his “characters”, provide high energy, interactive events that are crowd pleasing and memorable (remembered and talked about for YEARS)! His messages are proven to make even the squirmiest kids sit quietly and listen to his every word! Brandon travels the US speaking and entertaining at Churches, Businesses, Conferences and Camps! If you are looking for something different – you’ve found it!

Captain Escape

Captain Escapes Illusions are designed to present the Word of God in a simple, fun manner for kids of all ages to hear. Rich uses comedy, illusions, big escapes and a funny unique twist on Apologetics (defending Christian faith) to help kids and adults understand that God is real and He wants a relationship with each of us.

Clayton Poland

Clayton is a talented evangelist, speaker and entertainer who travels nationally and internationally bringing the Bible to life for this generation. He uses a unique interactive blend of comedy, story-telling, science and illusions.

Dana Tison

What do you get when you combine world-class juggling with fabulous comedy on stage? The hilarious antics of Dana Tison! He orchestrates everything into a masterpiece of theater. The brilliant blend of amazing jugglery with non-stop, rib-splitting shenanigans brings audiences to their feet!

Gene Cordova

Gene Cordova and his cast of characters lead you through a Gospel Adventure full of fun and laughter to deliver the life changing good news of Jesus Christ. Adults and children are captivated by the dynamic and hilarious perspective that Gene brings to favorite Bible characters and stories.

Jesse Joyner

Telling the story of Jesus through the sport of juggling. Jesse Joyner is a master juggler and a captivating storyteller. Having experience as a children’s pastor, he’s adept at teaching the Gospel in levels of understanding that are fun and memorable, albeit unusual.

Joe Bruce

Can-Do Spirit! Performing in front of audiences since age 12, Joe Bruce is an extremely talented and versatile ventriloquist, storyteller, and performer. He has a unique ability to engage children, teens, and adults with his exceptional blend of drawing, original stories, ventriloquism, ballooning, and storytelling.

Shane Wilbanks

Evangelist Shane Wilbanks is a Speaker, Artist and Illusionist who helps churches and organizations capture attention and communicate Christ. Shane is a full time Evangelist with a passion to make known the mystery of the Gospel.

Steve Brogan

Steve Brogan is one of those rare Christian entertainers who mixes stand-up comedy, puppetry, audience participation, improvisation, along with his astonishing voice manipulations, all to the benefit of comedy-seeking audiences.

Steve Winger

Steve Winger has been juggling for Jesus since 1984 when he was asked to share the story of the Prodigal Son creatively with fellow college students. He told the story while using juggling to illustrate the words he spoke.

Tom Toombs

Tom is a unique and inventive communicator, utilizing preaching, drama, mime, juggling, balloon parables, illusion, comedy, and his energetic characters to convey the Gospel.