IWG History/References
HISTORY
IWG is an interchurch ministry dedicated to enhancing personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Ministering for over 20 years, Doug and Beth sought and received non-profit 501(3)c status in 1997. The Snyders have ministered in various formats throughout the USA, across Canada, and in Europe and Asia.
IWG Board of Directors
- Wayne and Gloria Johnson, Forest City, Iowa. Wayne is Founder/CEO
of Terra-Tronics, a conglomerate company combining several agricultural operations
with technology. He is also an Agricultural Financial Consultant for Iowa
State University. Wayne is a Dealer for Dekalb and Thompson Seeds. Gloria
works closely with her husband in the administration of their businesses.
She has also held several board positions including Director of the Forest
City Crisis Pregnancy Center. Wayne and Gloria have 3 grown children
Chad (married to Sara) lives in Colorado;
Rebecca, married to Harrison Hanson, lives in Duluth, MN.
Lucas attends Bethel College in Arden Hills,
MN.
- Rev. John and Kay Fuller, Cedar Falls, Iowa. John is the Senior Pastor
at First Baptist in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Previously, John served as associate
pastor and then senior pastor of First Baptist Church in Forest City, Iowa.
He received his Masters of Divinity at Denver Seminary in 1990. Kay is a
freelance writer with many published articles in Christian magazines, including
Focus on the Family. John and Kay have 3 children - Allyson, Shane,
and Karly.
Back to top.
REFERENCES
Rita Kleemeier, Director of Religious Education, St. James Catholic
Church
“Thank you so much for speaking to our religious education high school
students about ‘Building A Relationship with God.’ The mix of small group
activities, stories, music and ministry was very well received by the students.
The pace was lively and the young people participated in the variety of
activities. You are both very gifted musicians and you are very comfortable
addressing the audience. God has blessed both of you.”
Jim Haake, SR. Pastor, Forest City Foursquare Church
“I have always been uplifted and encouraged each time I experience their ministry in song or exhortation. There is always something God has blessed as they deliver the Gospel... I recommend them highly...”
Larry Cooper, Outreach Team Leader, Kanawha Christian Reformed Church
“The Snyder Family present a program that appeals to all ages.
With a combination of music, drama and testimony, God has blessed them with
a special talent to share the Good News of Salvation through Christ.”
William C. Larson, Retired Executive Director for the Iowa
Baptist Conference
“I enthusiastically endorse the ministry of Doug and Beth Snyder. Their
musicality is outstanding. Their choice of selections is done with on-target
sensitivity, and their interaction with the audience very engaging. They
have a genuine desire to minister the good news of Jesus in a positive and
attractive manner. They have been very well received at each occasion where
I was personally present. I recommend them highly.”
Scott Hibben, Sr. Pastor, Oakwood United Methodist Church
“What a JOY it was to be able to include you in our worship services
Sunday; and what a fantastic job you did in leading us! Your presentation
is certainly professional—well thought out and executed, yet completely
personable—relating well to everyone with the true sincerity of your faith.
If the Gospel of Jesus Christ is going to continue to impact this world,
then we as his disciples must offer it to the people around us in relevant,
meaningful ways that touch them and the everyday lives they live. Certainly
your ministry conveyed that to this congregation, composed of many young
adults/families/youth…and even new/"seeking" Christians, through your mixture
of real-life drama and familiar, contemporary music that all spoke to the
core of our lives, focused on God.
There is no question, you love what you do and in that you express your
love for the Lord. What a great combination! Thanks again for being with
us!”
Craig Monson, Chairman of the Board,
First Congregational Church
“I cannot
thank you enough for the love and direction you have provided to our church
family. May God bless you each and every day
as you coach individuals and small groups and consult with boards and churches
to grow both numerically and spiritually.”
Pastor Jack Vanden Heuvel, Rolling Acres Christian Reformed Church, Mason City, Iowa"
"Thanks Doug and Beth for your ministry at our outside worship service in Mason City. I especially liked your dramatic presentations, and the involvement of your whole family in some of the singing. It is nice seeing the kids up there! BLessings on your ministry!
Dr. Chuck Hiatt,
Executive Director of the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society Foundation.
Former Director of the Leadership Foundation and Past President of North American Baptist Seminary.
“I have had the privilege of knowing Doug and Beth
Snyder for more than a decade. Their music and
drama ministry was a blessing in chapel services at NABS and at regional
banquets hosted by NABS. Their year-long traveling
ministry helped us touch many churches and friends of the seminary with
a message of hope and encouragement. Doug and
Beth and their family demonstrate a sincere desire to walk close to our
heavenly Father.”
Dave Kingland, President/CEO, Manufacturers
Bank & Trust Co.
“Thanks
for some wholesome, fun entertainment. Our bank’s
Gold Club (senior group) really enjoyed your music and humor.”
Glen Enright, Pastor, Christ Lutheran
Church
“Thank you so much for
joining us for worship and sharing your awesome gift of music.
Your message of God’s grace, and the blessing that
is offered us through Christ really touched our hearts.
I’m serious when I say we would welcome you at any time should you
ever wish to offer your musical talents and witness at Christ Lutheran again. May God continue to use your gifts to inspire love
and faith in our savior Jesus. I know you did
that for many here when we heard you sing and play…”
Paul Fitzgerald, Vice President, Manufacturers
Bank & Trust,
And Youth Worker
at St. James (Catholic) Church
“…thank you for sharing
your faith with us at St. James and with our young people.
The two things I enjoyed the most were your expression of faith and
the interaction that you had with the students. One
of my favorites was when you “opened the door” and walked to the altar to
“come to Jesus”. Tying that action to the scripture
was quite effective.
Your message was deep,
but always upbeat. You awed the young people
with your piano playing and singing…”
Sue Overson, Gold Club Assistant, Manufacturers
Bank & Trust Co.
“Doug & Beth Snyder’s performance
at our Gold Club Social was outstanding! They
have been blessed with beautiful voices and the ability to use that talent
to reach and teach about their ministry. We are
so lucky to have Doug, Beth, and their children in the Forest City Community!”
Back to top
Home