Okay, guys, don’t drool on the newsletter! It’s summer and time to have some fun, so I helped out at a nifty outreach by a Christian Car Club.

My sister and brother-in-law, Ralph and Marilyn Funkhouser, belong to the Solid Rock Cruisers. Every year the group sponsors a car show to raise funds for various Christian charities and to reach out to the community. I was impressed by the way they combined their hobby (passion?) with outreach.

The weather was clear, with blue sky and temperatures in the 90s. The Child Evangelism Fellowship booth right next to a kids’ water park had a booming business telling the Good News about Jesus to the youngsters. Over 200 classic and collector cars were parked in the shade under the tall trees (more comfortable for the old folks).

The Club raised over $3200 for various Christian charities including a homeless shelter for single moms and their kids, a youth mission team to Mexico, and helping kids affected by the war in Uganda.


Many participants commented on how much they enjoyed the Christian band OUTREACH that played much of the day. Several car owners are interesting in joining the Club.