We loved having wholehearted ministries at our church. From the initial communication and planning stages Pam and Tim were so willing to assist our church in the way that worked best for our church. The Gerdes Family brings a wealth of ministry experience and has a wide range of giftedness. I loved the enthusiasm and energy they brought to our church! The magic show was outstanding and had the attention of both young and old. Pam has a very unique ability to engage the audience and get across a powerful message. Tim is an excellent preacher and will inspire your congregation by his message. They truly are a blessing to God’s people and are perfect for events to reach the unchurched. I highly recommend them for your church.
Gary Greeno, Pastor at Horizon Christian Fellowship, Stockton, CA
Wholehearted Ministries provided our church with a family weekend that was insightful, entertaining, and most importantly, grounded and rooted in Christ. From Christ-centered parenting and marriage seminars supported by emotional, spiritual, and psychological well-being to games and fun for the whole family, to opening the Word and worshipping together, our congregation was able to learn and grow together wholeheartedly through the leadership and insight of the Gerdes Family.
We are excited to welcome them back for the Summer of 2024 and look forward to learning more about what it means to engage in our faith journey with a wholehearted foundation.
Pastors Thomas & Kaylee Tilford
Co-Pastors
Arlington Church of the Nazarene
Arlington, OR
Pastor Tim and Pam Gerdes arrived in Shreveport in the Fall of 2023 to guide our church through a Revival campaign. Our church was still in the process of healing from the COVID-19 pandemic. After immersing themselves in our community and understanding our current needs, we collectively prayed. The spirit-led messages they shared were not only timely but also deeply impactful for our congregation.
Our church enjoyed the family approach to the revival. The Gerdes children participated in singing as they led Worship, and Pastor Pam shared her pastoral messages as well, which were very visual and compelling. She had several tricks up her sleeves that created a connection with many in our church.
She also used her counseling ministry to encourage one of our young ladies in the church who was going through a tough time in her life.
We enjoyed times of sharing and celebrating what the Spirit was doing in our church through their ministry. They are gifted in so many ways, and we plan on using them in the future for kids' ministry and marriage retreats in our district.
After the Revival, Pastor Tim contacted me to see how I and the church were doing. I have never had that happen after a Revival in my 38 years of ministry. What a blessing it was to receive his call and concern for how we were doing.
I and the GracePointe Church of the Nazarene would highly recommend them to you for your church or ministry. You will not be disappointed, and you will see the power of the Spirit of Jesus flowing through whole-hearted ministries.
Dr. David B. Craig
Lead Pastor
GracePointe Church of the Nazarene
Shreveport, La
318-510-0166
Having Wholehearted Ministries lead a Spiritual Renewal weekend at our church was nothing short of extraordinary! Rev. Tim and Pam brought an unparalleled blend of expertise and passion that transformed our community. Rev. Tim’s deep theological knowledge and practical ministry experience, combined with Pam’s counseling expertise and ministry background, created a dynamic duo that was exactly what we needed.
Their workshop on the brokenness of mankind and the beautiful redemptive work of Christ was nothing short of captivating. The energy they brought to the morning seminar was contagious, employing unique techniques that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. The congregation was deeply moved by Rev. Tim’s inspiring sermon during Sunday service, igniting a renewed spirit within us all.
Wholehearted Ministries is an exceptional ministry for people of all ages and backgrounds. Their God-given skills and heartfelt approach made a profound impact on our church. We are beyond grateful for their ministry!
Pastor Johnny Fernandes, Associate Pastor of Youth and Young Adults @ Harvester Church of the Nazarene
Hi, my name is Pastor Kyle DeLong and I pastor both the Cherryville Church of the Nazarene and the Hickory Church of the Nazarene on the North Carolina District. We called Pastor Tim and his family to see if they would come to hold back-to-back revival services for both churches during the month of February of 2024. Whole-Hearted Ministries brought joy and passion to the many lives they inspired preaching from the Book of Philippians. The beginning of the week was at the Cherryville Church where we had more of a traditional revival with the concentration on our many young people in attendance. Tim and Pam are gifted with Christian illusions that mesmerized the minds of the children as the worship filled our hearts with joy. Tim and His wife Pam alternated messages throughout our week, as our souls were challenged by the Holy Spirit's charge on our lives. Tim and his family then moved along to the Hickory Church of the Nazarene to finish their week for a weekend revival in more of a contemporary style. We had our kickoff service Friday night with a great time of worship, praise, message and fellowship. Then continued Saturday with a four hour Marriage Seminar tag-teamed by both Tim and Pam. We had many couples from both churches attend this amazing time of learning, laughter, and embracing our marriages filled with God's love. We took a four hour break and came back for a 'Night of Worship' with the Lord that evening, which was very restful for our busy souls. Tim, Pam, Kenny, Elaina and Yadi all gave the best of their God-given talents to God's people that week. We capped off our week with an all-church breakfast that morning before worship service to spend more quality time with the family. Whole-Hearted Ministries finished with an outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Their family left with many opportunities to stay connected by them offering continued counseling of every kind online with Pam, continued times of prayer from Tim, and math tutoring or guitar lessons afforded by their most talented son, Kenny...who is now attending Olivet Nazarene University. We love this family, and if you invite them to come and minister to your church, you will fall in love as well.
Love & Prayers,
Pastor Kyle DeLong
We enjoyed the marriage class very much. Tim and Pam touched on the core issues surrounding marriage, especially seemingly little things that greatly affect it. The sessions were informative and interactive. We were reminded how important it is to keep God in your marriage and family.
Sue Hamner, Marriage Conference Participant
Additional References
David Mowry, Superintendent for Northwest District Church of the Nazarene
dnmowry@nwdistrict.org, 509-466-0452
Brad Dyrness, Superintendent for Michigan District Church of the Nazarene dyrness@minaz.org, 517-622-8450
Ron Greeno, Former DS Sacramento District Church of the Nazarene (916)276-8663
Recently we concluded a weekend with the Gerdes family. It proved to be exceptionally beneficial for our church and our families.
New people found the Lord. IN fact, two first-time visitors found the Lord. Others renewed their relationships with Jesus after having gone astray. After two of the three services, the people stayed for a long time giving testimonies and praising the Lord for victories.
The church was greatly encouraged. The youth group almost all came forward to the altar as a group on Sunday morning. We were prepared for revival and for sure, it has come.
The messages consisted of sound biblical preaching mingled with some magic tricks that are weaved in and relate well. This holds the attention of the youth and children as well as the adults. Tim and Pam both share in bringing each message. It is very effective, but the most notable thing about it is that it is all anointed by the Holy Spirit.
The Saturday brunch was a Marriage and Family Seminar. It was also very helpful for all relationships. It was titled: “Created for Connection.” We would highly recommend that you have Wholehearted Ministries to come to your church!
Clark Armstrong, Lead Pastor
Marshall Church of the Nazarene
Marshall, MO
(660) 886-6464
I cannot recommend Whole-Hearted Ministries high enough. Fantastic family who loves Jesus and wants people to grow in their faith. Sometimes preachers choose entertainment over message and the gospel gets lost in everything but it was clear through their whole message that the focus was entirely on Jesus. The entertaining part was great as a memory device, but it's the message of Jesus and His redemption that sticks. I'll admit, I didn't know what to expect and was a little nervous because I didn't know them personally, but their message and heart for the Lord is spot on.
The workshop on communication was a great reminder of just how much can get lost in communication and how we need to be patient and listen so we can communicate well with each other.
I hope they can come back and do something similar in our community.
Rev. Stephen Nelson
Chester Alliance Church