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religions, cultures and beliefs are
welcome. In addition to believers, the
event hopes to draw seekers, those
who have no relationship with God or
church affiliation, and Christians who
have lost their way. “It’s a daily journey
and sometimes a daily battle. No one is
excluded. We all need rescuing
sometimes,” Jett said.
The event planning team is made up
of pastors and volunteers from around
the world and is led by Lead Pastor of
Last Chance Ministries, Jimmy Robles.
Pastor Jimmy recounts how the circumstances
leading him to take on this
monumental mission were both mysterious
Pastor Jimmy Robles in prayer for the vision.
and powerful. A couple of years
ago a young man, Luis, received a
message from God to find a pastor who
would carry out a great mission.
Luis approached several pastors,
before reaching Jimmy. “I don’t receive
words lightly, especially when they say
it’s from the Lord. I went into deep
prayer,” Robles said. A year later, a
woman approached Jimmy and told
him he would be part of a great revival.
Jimmy called Luis and told him he was
ready. In accepting the task, Luis told
Jimmy it would come at a great cost.
The events that followed, including the
tragic loss of Jimmy’s 19-year old
daughter and the death of evangelical
leader, Billy Graham, led Jimmy to
begin organizing what will be the
biggest event in San Antonio since Billy
Graham’s Crusade in 1997.
Now, a year and half in the works,
not immune to their fair share of
obstacles and hurdles, the team
continues to bear witness to God’s
grace. “None of us have ever done this
before. Discouragement falls on everyone,”
Jett said, “but Christ always finds
a way. We have people showing up
from all over the world, from stage
managers, producers and other
experts.” The event was also recently
recognized as an official event in San
Antonio’s SA300 Tricentennial citywide
celebration.
Incorporating events like a BMX
exhibition, Fortnite gaming tournament,
and rock climbing wall, the team is
finding new and creative ways to attract
the “next generation” of believers and
lead them to Christ. “We have not been
very effective at reaching them,” said
Pastor Gene Loeffler, of targeting a
younger audience. “The Church must
learn to think outside the box – and
needs a relevant vision, if we are going
to be successful influencing them.”
Help is still needed. The nearly $1
million event is projected to secure
nearly 5,000 volunteers. “Everyone
thinks you have to be great at praying
to volunteer and get involved, but
that’s just not the case,” said Jett,
indicating only 1,500 volunteers are on
board. “We can all be ambassadors.”
Volunteer opportunities range from
day-of set up, ushers, greeters, to
phone outreach, and professional skills
like finance and marketing. More than
25 different areas and skills are needed,
and can be found at Crusade300.org/
volunteer.
To help them in their new life after
the event concludes, the team has
plans to engage with those who give
their lives to Jesus Christ. They also
intend to continue a Crusade 300
mobile ministry in Texas and across
the country. Jett added, “the more we
follow God’s direction, the more he
shows us the true needs of this
community and surrounding communities.
We are willing vessels of the Lord
to reach as many people as we can.”
Be A Light.
Attend. Invite your friends and neighbors that
are on their journey to meet Christ. Get the
word out. Please let your pastor know about
this dynamic event and see if your church can
help. Partnership. Help complete the needed
donations by going online at Crusade300.
org/give. Volunteer. Use your gifts to make
a difference by signing up at crusade300.org/
volunteer.
About the Author: Inez Kirchner is a native of San Antonio, and is passionate
about telling stories and helping others find their voice. She has been
writing for corporations and non-profits for more than a decade. She
enjoys art, world travel and going to the river in New Braunfels, where she
lives with her husband and son.
“To put on an event of this magnitude
must be humbling. To see God
do what only He can is an experience
I will never forget. The hundreds of
volunteers, the total funding needed
and a thousand other pieces can be
overwhelming. Then God steps in!
I encourage business
leaders, to join us in
shaping the future of
our city. “ Luis Estrada,
Owner/Managing Member
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