When we went looking for something "different" and "unique" for our festivals in 20Tom 'theIllusionist' Coverly was sick today! Good show and great talk!
09, God led us to Tom Coverly.....we were looking for a way to grab the attention of students and young adults who are so hard to connect with at times...and WOW! did Tom fill that need!! Tom's illusions are first rate, some are amazing, but his message is even better. As he spoke to our audiences about what is real in life(and what is just an illusion) we saw the connection take place...and lives touched for Christ. This is a powerful ministry and a hard working partner for any festival or event that wants to really connect with their audience!
Kevin Newton
Festival Director: Rock the Coast & Unity Fest
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Tom really connected with our festival audience. They were enthralled and entertained by his illusions, but then they were challenged and transformed by his very clear, Christ-centered testimony. We are looking forward to having Tom with us again next year!
Bob and Nancy Thompson
Festival Directors: Atlanta Fest
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Tom literally had the crowds calling, 'HolyWow!' as he shared his heart and skills that God has gifted him with. He has a knack for sharing God's Word in a way that allows people to relate and take it home with them as they walk away. Exciting and pondering explains Tom's approach.
Glen A. Catt
Big Ticket Festival & Free Spirit Ministries of Northern MI, Inc.
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Tom Coverly was a perfect fit for JFEST! His technical ability as an illusionist is truly spell-binding, and his love for the Lord is contagious. It was a pleasure to have Tom on our stage and ministering in small groups through the crowd! He will definately always be welcome at JFEST!
Ted Gocke
JFEST / J103 morning show host / Development Director
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Tom Coverly was part of the first FortyFest - Resonate! Rock Music Festival and we could not have made a better choice. Tom brought a different aspect to our event lineup with his incredible illusions. He wowed the crowd and had them from the instant he stepped on the stage. Great speaker, great illusionist and great aspect to our event!
Blaine Siske
FortyFest - Resonate!
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I met Tom while he was performing at some of the festivals this past summer. I've watched his shows and have been impressed with not just his technical skills, but his ability to connect with the audience. He can easily capture and entertain young kids with his illusions while at the same time have the adults in the crowd wondering "just how he did that". On top of all that he delivers a challenging message that leaves a fantastic impression on all those who attended. Whatever your event is, Tom will deliver a fantastic result for you if you let him on stage!
Matt Huesmann
Producer & Manager for the Rubyz
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Tom did an outstanding job at our post prom. His show was entertaining, engaging and appropriate. He took time to talk and interact with the students after he was done performing. I would highly recommend Tom's illusionist show!
Beth Hartness
Elpaso, IL teacher
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I met Tom while he was performing at some of the festivals this past summer. I've watched his shows and have been impressed with not just his technical skills, but his ability to connect with the audience. He can easily capture and entertain young kids with his illusions while at the same time have the adults in the crowd wondering "just how he did that". On top of all that he delivers a challenging message that leaves a fantastic impression on all those who attended. Whatever your event is, Tom will deliver a fantastic result for you if you let him on stage!"
Tom Coverly is possibly the best "illusionist" I ever met. Listen, I have done shows all my life. I know talent. I see it everyday. This man has my "highest respects".
Gary
Coin Cutterer
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Tom Coverly is one of our favorite speakers . He is a very dynamic speaker who relates in a very positive way with our kids. His message is always straight from God and his heart. Another bonus is his awesome magic !
Charles Huizinga
Campus Life
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Tom, I want you to know that you were a BIG hit at our Pack Meeting. The parents have been sending many a Thank You to me for having a Magician that was so entertaining and well adapted to the crowd, 7, 8, 9,10 year old Scouts. They absolutely loved your performance and I, and the other parents would highly recommend you to anybody interested in a Magic show, done by you.
Jay Simon
Cub Master Pack 3039 Allendale, MI
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I have known Tom Coverly for nearly 20 years and I can testify to his love for Jesus and his passion to share Christ's love with teens. One of the things that I appreciate about Tom is that he always striving to communicate in creative and relevant ways that engage today's teens with the powerful message of the Gospel. I am confident that church groups and Christian organizations will be benefit greatly from the entertaining, yet challenging, presentations that Tom can provide for their special event.
William Cuthbertson
Pastor, Michigan
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For as long as I have known Tom Coverly, it has been quite obvious that people of all ages are drawn to him. They are drawn to his personality, drawn to his social skills, drawn to his spirited communication. I am so thankful that the man to whom so many are drawn is himself drawn to the Lord Jesus Christ. The man whom so many want to talk with and listen to is speaking the truth of the Word of God. I highly recommend Tom Coverly as a youth speaker. I have personally witnessed many lives changed through his God-given abilities and his commitment to serving Christ.
Mark Bringhurst
Teacher, New Jersey
hey tom, thanks so much for coming out to Central and to Trinity...I met you briefly the day you met with the area pastors, I'm the youth pastor of Fusion Youth Group in Stanton Michigan and I just wanted to let you know, my kids LOVED IT! ... I started hearing comments on our facebook wall about how impactful it was at about 10:30 a.m. and they continued all day. Thanks for being so honest and clear about your faith, what God did in your life is no illusion man. Thanks again!!
Ben Crouse
Youth Pastor
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STUDENTS
It was a very inspiring show! both at Trinity and Central! Thank you so much for coming! Keep preaching! I think it's awesome how you are teaching so many people about Jesus! Yay! :)
It was amazing having Tom come 2 our school cuz he changed my life n I'm trying 2 get 2 know Jesus the way he does cuz it's important n it seem that he has a great relationship with Jesus n I want the same.
I'm from central montcalm high school, and I just wanted to let you know that your speach today inspired me. I have been through many of the things you mentioned and it hit me deep when you were talking about it. Your assembly opened my eyes and changed me drastically and I wanted to personally thank you for that. Your a great person.
You did a really good job with your speech thing the other day at my school that was awesome!!!
Ur show was great, and has opened my eyes to something new. Thanks.
I still think about what u said and it made a impact on my life. And i have changed and i read the bible more and i still have the shirt u gave me all i wanted to do was say thanks for helping me give my life to the lord.
Your shows are amazing!!!! :).
Tom! Your shows are really inspiring. I love your magic but your message is better!
Tom 'theIllusionist' Coverly was sick today! Good show and great talk!
Tom it was really nice to hear your talk you inspired us all and i had a wounderful time with you on stage
Hey Tom. You probably don't remember me..but I'm one of the girls who came up to you crying. You told me "everything is gonna be okay". That meant a lot. You changed my life, and I'll never look at people the same. I'm done being the judgmental person everyone thinks I am, because to be honest, I have no room to talk. I'm going through a tough time, and that speech made me think & realize alot.
Hey tom thet was the best thank u.
Hey Tom:) thanks for the show it really was amazing!! And the msg u said really touched me i was crying( more like balling) .
The show you gave up in Fremont was awesome! My girls were excited and interested from the first minute you were on stage until you finished your act. Your story was great and we hope you continue giving your message and God Bless you! Thank-you for what you do~ -- parent
It was a BLAST! Im not a "Church" person but with a preacher like you I could become one easily.
hey tom.... you were great today.. thank you for coming to my high school..... when you were telling your story i got teary eyed... i am glad that God has touched your life.. and i am glad that you touched mine.. man God works in amazing ways... thank you.. i realized that i need to talk to someone.. and thank you for that.. life is hard but we need to keep our strong faith.. and thank you for giving my hope again.... and i hope that you keep working through God.
When u were in the Highschool Gym, giving an Assembley for us middle schoolers, u said something about suicide, & Cutting, &ect. Well, i cut myself. & its hard to stop. after u gave your talent tonight, i think back & ask my self, why in the heck did i start doing this? now i have scars & my body is ruined forever. i thank u so much for helping me tonight! I wasnt sure about Jesus/God. I can the whole world, though.. now, im a true beleive of God. Never once thought of life now, then i did before u talked to us. I loved your story. I'm so glad u helped me tonight, & I'll make a promise to you. I will never cut myself again! Thhanks so much Tom! U changed my life around! I have no words to say but thank you. ur the greatest..
You changed my life tom thank you for opening my eyes! Thank you again man come back soon!
Hey thank you so much for coming to our school and allowing us the opportunity to see the amazing talent you have, also i just wanted to say that your story inspired me and put me on another level with god it was such an amazing experince to have you come down and talk to us and i cant thank you enough! you are deffinatly a huge role modle and a great person.
I had no idea we were going to see anyone other than Barlow Girl perform. I know they will never forget their first concert with mom, nor will they forget 'the illusionist'!!! Maybe you're not told everyday how much of an impression you make on others, but I know my kids were impressed! Great performance and message tonight Tom, it is a blessing for you to share with the world what you've been gifted with. Thank you! -- parent
