Endorsements from 2004

As I was cleaning out my office (in preparation for our move) I found an old pamphlet I'd compiled to give to potential ministry partners in 2004 - five years after taking on the team leader role at Macquarie. Although some of the people have now moved on, I thought I would post it here rather than just trash it. I had to collect more references this week to apply for a scholarship at Denver Seminary.

''Geoff & Liz Folland have an exciting vision to reach students for Christ in the tertiary campus world. I have had the privilege of seeing Geoff & Liz up close with their work on campus with Student Life and the impact it has been having over a number of the years that they have been involved, I have met the students that have come to Christ and seen the development of leaders that Geoff & Liz have disciples and . As committed active members of our church I have also seen the passion and love for the local church that Geoff & Liz have, as well as evidencing their integrity and character. For these reasons it really is a ''no brainer'' for me to warmly endorse them as Godly, faithful and fruitful labourers who are making a difference in the all important world of tertiary universities and colleges where future leaders and society shapers are in formation."
Steve Roggero
(former) Senior Pastor
Community Life Church – Cherrybrook
- Steve is now the senior pastor of a Baptist church in Melbourne

''Geoff and Liz Folland have made a serious commitment to the ministry of Student Life. Their obedience to Biblical principles is evident in their desire to serve God in this ministry. Characterised by a life of service, Geoff and Liz are strong encouragers for University students to follow Christ. They relate well to young adults and have clearly defined goals and strategies for serving and training those who will exercise leadership in the future."
Peter Kirkegard
(former) Chairman of the Elders
West Pennant Hills Community Church
- Peter just retired as pastor at WPHCC

"Geoff and Liz have led the Macquarie University Student Life movement for five years now. I have had a phone call with Geoff almost every week for five years and interacted personally with them regularly. Both are capable leaders and this is evidenced in the growth of the ministry at Macquarie. It is particularly reflected in the love and commitment within the staff team and excitement and vision of the leadership students. They desire to love God with all their heart and represent Jesus to the best of their ability in their leadership roles. I am tremendously excited to be working alongside them and trust that the best is yet to come at Macquarie and that their influence will extend to other parts of the country."
Allan Gibson
(former) Australian National Ministry Leader
Student Life
- Allan now lives in Orlando, serving as deputy team leader for the Global Campus Team

"Geoff Folland has what it takes for a ministry with university students: straight priorities, dogged persistence, daring courage and a solid confidence in the power of the gospel."
Dr Brian Rosner
Senior Lecturer
Moore Theological College

''Geoff is one of those rare individuals who has given his life to pursuing a single cause - sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with every student at Macquarie University. He is a gifted missional leader and organiser. Through our Baptist university chaplain Morling College is pleased to work in partnership with Geoff in growing a vital evangelical student ministry at Macquarie and beyond.''
Rev Dr Ross Clifford
Principal, Morling College

''It's been my privilege and pleasure to partner with Geoff and the Student Life team in evangelistic ministry at Macquarie University. I would happily work with them again because they take evangelism seriously and work hard to create an environment for the clear communication of the Gospel. Geoff and Liz are a joy to work with. I value their partnership, their encouragement and their deep love for Christian
Michael Frost
Founding Director, CEGM;
Vice Principal, Morling College

"I have known Geoff Folland for about ten years. In that time he has become a good friend and has earned my respect for his fruitful leadership of the growing ministry team at Macquarie University, and also for his heart for leading students to Christ. He is God's man in the right place to have maximum spiritual impact with his life.''
John North
Bible Teacher/Evangelist,
Ambassadors for Christ International

"I have enjoyed and appreciated partnership with Geoff Folland over the past few years, during my time as an interim chaplain at Macquarie University, as a member of the pastoral team of a local church and as an occasional speaker at Student Life. It has been my delight to see the lives of young people touched with the Good News of Jesus through the ministry of Geoff, Liz and Student Life at Macquarie. I have seen the commitment, discipleship, leadership and evangelism skills of a number of Student Life members grow through the ministry of Geoff and his teams and in association with the passion and skill of the team leadership. I look to God to continue the wonderful work done through the faithful ministry of Geoff and Liz Folland and their team."
Revd Dr John Mark Capper
Anglican Minister and Theologian
Head of Theology Department
Tabor College

"As a lecturer of gospel workers and bible teachers I look for two attributes. The first and foremost requirement of gospel ministry is a person of character and integrity. The second is evidence of obvious gospel gifting for the service the person is seeking to do. I have known Geoff for a few years now. Geoff's godly character and humility stood out to me from our first encounters. I have also observed gifting in two areas.
The first being the Student Life group under his care is growing and the Christians are maturing in Christ. The burden of this group is to introduce others to a right relationship with Jesus. The second is Geoff's ability to handle the word of God with care and skill that is an obvious God given gift. His bible teaching, preaching and the godly character that governs these skills means that Geoff is the right person for the job of Gospel proclamation and Christian nurture with Student Life. I wholeheartedly recommend your financial and prayerful support of Geoff and the ministries he is involved in."
Rev Shawn Potts
Lecturer, Morling College,
Evangelist, Gospel Communications

"It is with much joy that I write a personal ministry recommendation for Geoff Folland. Geoff is one of those rare characters in Christian ministry that combines extraordinary people skills with vision, dynamism and passion. A gifted evangelist; an inspiring leader; an affective mentor and a humble spirit make Geoff a very effective Christian leader.
Supporting a faith missionary like Geoff really requires no faith at all - as you can see his worth to student ministry and the kingdom of God."
Richard Quadrio
Pastor, Macquarie Chapel

''Geoff and Liz are leaders, They have an unshakable sense of God's mission purpose and draw others to effectively join with them in reaching and discipling University students. The exceptional fruit of their ministry is the multiplication of changed lives; students reaching their peers.''
Mr. Bill Hodgson
National Director
Campus Crusade for Christ, Australia

"Geoff and Liz utilise their gifts in a most strategic ministry, having captured the vision of taking the gospel of Jesus Christ to the next generation of leaders. What impresses me most about them is their whole-hearted commitment to the task as reflected in their willingness to do not just the enjoyable parts of ministry but also the hard work behind the scenes which usually goes unnoticed.''
Dr Philip Kern
Lecturer, Moore Theological College