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| Your partnership with Sonshine Ministries, Inc. has made a significant difference in the lives of many. Here are but a few excerpts through the years of: Encouraging Letters from Leaders“Your quality programs to my soldiers were dynamic, deeply God-centered and produced measurable results. Several hundred responded to your call to follow the Lord. Having personally observed your ministry, I strongly endorse Sonshine Ministries.” Col. James C. Pack
“Rev. Art Apgar and Tom Tomasello of S.M.I. recently spoke at our National Prayer Breakfast. They are absolutely the most dynamic team to present a Prayer Breakfast that I have ever heard. Art’s faith and conviction were clearly evident in his fervent call to prayer. He obviously walks his talk in life, and it is exciting to see and hear a man who strongly affirms his faith. His warm personality lit up the room as he spoke and positively affected everyone attending.” Lieutenant General David J. McCloud
“It is my privilege to recommend Art Apgar and his team from Sonshine Ministries, Inc., as outstanding witnesses for the Lord Jesus Christ. Art is an extremely gifted singer, musician, and preacher. I have known Mr. Apgar and his pianist, Thomas Tomasello, for over 12 years. Their spirit is contagious and their musical abilities are of the highest caliber. They are ‘not ashamed of the Gospel’ and proclaim it boldly.” Chief of Chaplains
“Art, Thank you so much for your encouraging message, your prayers for my family and me and for your great support of our troops. I am grateful for your faithful prayers for our soldiers and families and our Unit Ministry Teams.” Chief of Chaplains
“Please accept the sincere appreciation of the Washington Navy Yard for leading us in the worship of Almighty God. The Gospel of Christ was proclaimed, the Spirit was present and the congregation was uplifted. The former Chief of Chaplains, Rear Admiral A. Koeneman, was spiritually touched by your witness and music.” Chaplain
“I appreciate you and Sonshine Ministries, Inc. coming here to Korea to meet the real needs of my soldiers. You strengthened the spiritual and moral fitness of nearly 200 soldiers in my battalion. Your selfless dedication and professionalism in serving your fellow Americans is remarkable.” Col. William Tetu
“On behalf of the U.S. European Command Joint Analysis Center, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your ministry team for the fine support to this years National Prayer Luncheon, held at RAF Alconbury, United Kingdom. In particular, Reverend Art Apgar’s anecdotal words and inspiring music made the event especially memorable.” Col. Philip C. Marcum
“Art, thank you for the superb job you and your team did for us at RAF Mildenhall. The seeds you planted for Christ will bear fruit fo years to come. I was spiritually encouraged by the response to your invitation at the close of the evening and we have already begun to see evidence of your ministry in many of our young people.” Chaplain
“Art is a gifted speaker with a positive message that touched many. People were literally standing in line after the program to speak with him one-on-one. Thanks again from all the Gunfighters for the inspiring message!” Major General William A. Peck, Jr.
“I've known Art and his ministry for over 10 years. I had him minister to our troops in Korea, at Fort Campbell and here at Fort Carson. He mixes Scripture, preaching and contemporary music into a great presentation of the Gospel. The musicians who accompany him are first class, especially Tommy, the pianist. We paid a lot more for Petra, but I think Art's approach in reaching out to soldiers is more effective.” Chaplain
“It was a blessing to find a touring group which has
a combination of musical and spiritual gifts that compliment each other.
So it is with Sonshine Ministry, Inc. They challenge the congregation to
salvation, service and concurrently glorify God. "Special Forces" Chaplain “Dear Mr. Apgar, I take great pleasure in expressing
my appreciation for your outstanding message to our people during the National
Prayer Breakfast. We have heard comments such as "...the best Prayer
Breakfast speaker I have heard in 24 years." Chaplain
“Dear Art: This letter comes to you with our deepest appreciation for the work that you do in spreading God's Word throughout the world. We know that God is blessing your work because you have a sincere desire to make a difference in the lives of people who need to know Jesus as Lord and Savior. Your work with our military community has added so much to the ministry of our chapels across the years. We can never repay you for the blessing you have been to us.” Chaplain
“Dear Rev. Apgar, On behalf of the Marines, Sailors, and
families of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, I want to thank you, and your
associates, Tom, Jeannine, Carol and Dodger, for coming to minister to us.
You brought with you such a strong sense of the presence of Christ. Your
coming was a blessing for the military personnel and their families that you
touched through your ministry this weekend. Chaplains Corps
“Dear Rev. Art Apgar, Sonshine Ministries support of our
regional ministries here is Central and Northern California has been invaluable.
This year's standing room only Prayer Breakfast with over 300 persons in
attendance was highly inspiring. The VJ Day Luncheon and XUSS Hornet Service
were awesome with over 3,500 persons participating. Chaplains Corps
“It is my honor and pleasure to recommend the
Sonshine Ministries, Inc. to my co-workers in all branches of the
Armed Forces. For two days, this team lifted the spirits of the
chapel community and fed them the Word of God in such a powerful
way that several people felt led to receive Christ as their Lord
and Savior. Chaplain
“Dear Art and Tom: My dear brethren, how grateful
I am that Sonshine Ministries sponsored you to Korea the April past.
You kept busy. 13 programs in the eight days here that weren't
travel days for you. Hundreds and hundreds of soldiers and some of
their family members were richly blessed by your programs. Chaplain
“To the friends of Art Apgar:
The ministry of Reverend Art Apgar has been widely appreciated by our
Navy men and women. There are times when the work of a chaplain needs
a special witness. Art has been just that. We have ministered
together in two widely diverse settings. Chaplain
“In the "UPDATE" the Official Publication For
The USAF Chaplain Service, (AFRP 265-1; Vol. 41, No.2 March/April
1990; page #2 paragraph 3), was an article titled "Music Resource
for Worship and Evangelism." The article reads, "Sonshine Ministries,
featuring the music ministry of Art Apgar, offers the chaplain's
program a first-rate resource in the areas of worship and evangelism.
Art has performed at military installations both CONUS and overseas,
and offers concerts, revivals, bible studies and retreat ministries.
An excellent resource for either the congregation or for youth or
airman ministries. Contact Sonshine Ministries, P.O. Box 95,
Campbell, CA 95009." This article was approved by the office of
Chaplain, Major General JOHN P. McDONOUGH, USAF Chief of Chaplains
in 1990.”
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