Special Forces – Statesville, NC

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

This is the second time the team has had the privilege of coming to Southview Baptist Church and Christian School. When we arrived, we could tell that spring was just arriving. Although we faced some tough weather during the first few days, the team was able to recruit a good number, but we did not have the attendance we desired. … Read More

Special Forces – Deltona, FL

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

I have lost track of the times we have had the privilege of coming to Faith Baptist Church in Deltona, FL. The Herchenroders have been such a blessing, and we are thankful for their friendship. A few years ago another friend, Mike Foster, joined the staff here. As a result, we always enjoy coming to Deltona and catching up with each of them. … Read More

Special Forces – Orlando, FL

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

We left the frozen north to head down to Tabernacle in Orlando the Saturday before the meeting. I think the whole team was relishing the wonderful sunshine and temperatures. We have had the privilege to come here several times over the years. The Lord did work in hearts, and we are grateful for all the Lord did. It was great … Read More

Special Forces – Ocala, FL

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

In 1981, I traveled leading a college ensemble. For whatever reason, I remember coming to Central Baptist Church in Ocala. Little did I know, I would have the privilege of preaching here many times. This year, we did more than usual. I preached a Sunday through Thursday revival meeting for the church. I also ran the War of Special Forces … Read More

Special Forces – Tampa, FL

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

Wow! Another great week at West Gate Baptist Church in Tampa, FL. The team has been coming here now for several years, and we were so encouraged with another week where the Lord moved. There were a number of teens from the Christian school who got saved this week. One of the young ladies in the Christian school raised her … Read More

Special Forces – Greer, SC

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

Calvary Baptist Church in Greer, SC scheduled the team to come to their Christian school in January, so we were hopeful the weather would cooperate! We have been here several times, and the students are always “all in.” This year was no exception. The weather was great, and the students were all behind the War of Special Forces. Two years … Read More

Special Forces – Jacksonville, FL

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

Pastor Stephen Ashmore has been the pastor at Victory Baptist Church now for a couple of years. I had worked with Brother Ashmore years ago when he was a youth pastor in Georgia. It was great to work with him again and see what God is doing there. The staff had a heart for the students in the school, and … Read More

Special Forces – Miami, FL

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

We have been coming to Westwood Christian School now for over 20 years. What a joy to once again work with the staff down in Miami. Many of them have been there for years and it is a delight to see them and conduct the War of Special Forces together. This time they introduced me to Cuban coffee and a … Read More

Special Forces – Englewood, FL

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

Pastor John Boutchia came to Calvary Baptist Church a few years ago. Previously I have been with Brother Boutchia several times when we went to Gospel Baptist in Bonita Springs. The church has really grown under his leadership, and it was a thrill to work with the folks there. There were many who came out each night to help. There … Read More

Special Forces – Sumter, SC

Jim Van GelderenSpecial Forces Updates

Sumter Christian School was the second school to have War of Special Forces on our very first tour in 1996. The Lord encouraged our hearts during that week for what He could do in a Christian school. On a previous visit, someone at the SCS told me that they had run across a man who testified as to being saved … Read More