SPEAKING

Rich blends self-deprecating humor, personal experience, and practical application to inspire, entertain, and encourage a broad spectrum of audiences. He combines a message of faith, hope, and grace with personal, real-life experience and practical application.

Avoiding quick-fix solutions to complex issues, Rich approaches difficult topics with realistic acknowledgement of struggle and discouragement. He offers pragmatic, real-life perspectives on surviving and thriving in difficult situations.

Rich will blend his personal story with your theme to meet the unique needs of your conference, workshop, retreat, or special event.

Rich offers Scripture-based encouragement to followers of Jesus. He also speaks to general audiences from a Christian perspective about inspiration and the possibility of a full, joyful life within any circumstances.

Monte, Rich’s service dog, brings a unique, endearing quality to his appearances.

To inquire about bookings:

send an email or phone 970-226-2794

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What Audiences Say

Rich was a huge hit with the kids. the only problem is our future guest speakers will never be able to compete. Ray Caraway, Executive Director, Fort Collins Community Foundation

Man, you are great! The boys loved it. Thanks so much for coming down. The men really need to know what real Christians look like. Daniel Petruska, Director, Teen Challenge Drug/Alcohol Program, Denver

SPEAKING TOPICS

RELENTLESS GRACE: Give Hope Another Chance

Have you ever wondered where God went when life falls apart? With an authentic mix of humorous episodes and intimate personal struggles, Rich shares his first-hand experience of a journey from darkness into light. Your audience will travel an inspirational path from sorrow to joy, hopelessness to optimism, tragedy to triumph. Discover the incredible possibilities that exist within God’s invitation to give hope another chance.

IF GOD LOVES ME SO MUCH, WHY…?

Rich is especially motivated to share his perspective with people who confront disability, disease or other personal challenges. He talks with love from personal experience about the gut-wrenching, real-life questions facing caretakers, family members, and friends. God welcomes the questions, understands the pain, and cares for those who feel hopeless and lost. Uncover life-changing possibilities that materialize when you choose hope.

“I HATE IT WHEN TEACHERS STAND AND LOOK OVER MY SHOULDER”
(Educators and Parents)

Your audience will take a humorous and inspirational look at hope and possibility through the eyes of a disabled educator. Rich uses the experience of returning to his classroom after a tragic injury to help listeners examine their work with young people from a fresh perspective. Listeners will be motivated and energized by Rich’s insights into the critical role of teachers, parents, and other adults in the lives of young people.

YES YOU CAN! Failure Isn't Bad Unless It's Terminal

Dreams aren't killed--they wither and die from lack of attention. Inspirational, encouraging, and challenging, this message of hope and possibility dares listeners to nurture their dreams and set goals that grow dreams into sparkling reality. Your audience will see first-hand the opportunities within every struggle and leave eager to risk dreaming their wildest dreams

THE MONSTER IN THE MIRROR

Horribly disfigured, unable to face his own reflection, a man hides in shame. Journey to a place of utter despair and hopelessness as Rich shares the fear of every person who’s ever felt the need to hide in the darkness. Discover the freedom as Jesus steps into the darkest recesses of embarrassment and disgrace and wipes the slate clean with the power of His love.

A PLACE PREPARED

An ordinary location on an everyday excursion, yet this spot was neither ordinary nor everyday. Take a journey to this almost mystical setting and hear God’s voice as He speaks into the heart of a weary traveler finally ready to listen. Understand the essence of God’s plan for you.

HEAVEN

It’s so quiet you can almost hear the thoughts of the shadowy figure praying beside you. What would it feel like to wake up in heaven, convinced that Jesus stood over you? Experience the transforming power of freedom from fear and pain in the light of Jesus’ love.

THE MARATHON

Imagine running a race, when suddenly you fall into a deep hole from which there’s no hope of escape. Rich constructs a parable to describe the hopelessness of unexpected tragedy and ineffective methods we sometimes employ to free ourselves. Discover the peace of knowing whom to trust when all else fails.

LEONARD
(Health Care Professionals)

Leonard’s assignment as Rich's Physical Therapist must have represented some sort of sadistic rite of passage for the new guy on the hospital staff. Share a humorous, poignant tale of a professional who used a rather unorthodox method to break through hopeless resistance and create a new path toward recovery. Health professionals will leave with a refreshed perspective on the impact they make on each patient’s future.

HANK AND AL
(Pastors)

What’s the impact of one momentary decision? Rich shares two stories of men who reflected God’s grace and love and the lifelong consequences of their split-second choices. Inspiring and energizing, these tales will leave your listeners with a renewed appreciation for the impact of their work and sacrifice on the lives of those they touch.

YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE

You may be one person, but that’s all you need to be. Rich describes the inspirational individuals God placed in his path to help him recover from a devastating injury. Your audience will leave with a renewed sense of purpose and a fresh appreciation for the impact one individual can make.

YES YOU CAN! FOR TEENS

Rich has connected with students for thirty-four years as a classroom teacher. He knows how to make his material relevant, compelling and interesting to this special audience.

Rich speaks to kids about dreaming big and setting goals to achieve their dreams. Teens are challenged to consider the role of education, responsibility, perseverance, and faith in reaching their full potential.

Rich makes presentations to youth groups, retreats, and other faith-based gatherings. He can also tailor his material to more general groups of teens and young adults.

DOG AND GOD

It’s no coincidence: Dog is God spelled backward.

Experience a unique, entertaining perspective on Jesus’ words through the work of a service dog. Your audience will be challenged to think about teachings from the Gospel of Matthew on relationships, servant leadership, trust, and caring for others. Accompany Rich and Monte on a walk through God’s creation. You may see familiar surroundings through simpler eyes that understand Jesus’ teaching without the clutter that frequently obscures truth.

These are examples of general topics. Each presentation combines Rich's experiences to address the theme and unique requirements of your audience and event.

To inquire about bookings:

send an email or phone 970-226-2794