Inspire your congregation with
The Father of American Methodism.
Francis Asbury LIVE.
A Guest Preacher like No Other...
If you're looking for a special guest speaker...
If you want to inspire your congregation in a unique way...
If you could stand to sit down on Sunday and let someone else preach...
Bring the ultimate Methodist to your church.
Bishop Francis Asbury, the faithful, imperfect follower of Christ, comes to your worship service, brought to life by Peyton Dixon, actor-historian and lifelong Methodist.
Bishop Francis Asbury, the faithful, imperfect follower of Christ, comes to your worship service, brought to life by Peyton Dixon, actor-historian and lifelong Methodist.
MEET YOUR MINISTER
Francis Asbury
- The Bishop of American Methodism, and preacher who traveled thousand upon thousands of miles on horseback. This man of faith helped to make American Methodism unique - a preacher, a traveler, a rebel, a criminal - all to keep faith and hope alive in seemingly hopeless circumstances. For 45 years, through America's Revolution for Independence and its early days as a young Republic, Asbury labored for the Methodist church, its congregations, and the individuals that made them.
About your 21st century Visitor
My name is Peyton Dixon - I'm the "person behind the personae" of Founders' Faith. I'll be portraying Francis Asbury for you and your congregation.
I have over 20 years experience as an actor-historian, bringing icons of history to life, including Presidents John Adams and Theodore Roosevelt, as well as figures in Methodist history.
My personal Methodist foundations, along with my passions for history and performance, all came together in this most enjoyable pursuit of bringing Methodist history in this unique and exciting ways to congregations throughout the country.
A TIMELESS TESTIMONY
20-25 MINUTES
Asbury shares a sermon-length story, exploring the early years of his ministry, his travels to and through America. He shares the struggle of early Methodist society, and creating a church, holding onto faith and hope when much seemed lost.
Blessed Assurances
OLD-TIME RELIGION
Asbury's presentation is based on years of research with museums and libraries, and materials from papers to primary sources, including diaries and journals of 18th century preachers.
TIE THAT BINDS
The child and spouse of pastors, and even a member of the choir, your virtual visitor Peyton Dixon has a lifetime of love, respect, and service in the church!
HERE AM I
We'll coordinate well before your service on everything from order of worship to protocols, and give you as smooth and safe a visit as possible.
What People Are Saying...
"Peyton Dixon is flat out excellent...
In the twenty minutes of his monologue, colonial Methodism comes to life. He’s a one man study course in early Methodist history in America. His program is perfect for church anniversary or heritage celebrations, membership, confirmation groups as a touchstone to the legacy of people called Methodist.”
Rev. Alfred T. Day
General Secretary, U.M. General Commission on Archives & History
"a tremendous way to bring our Methodist history to new life...
No dry history lessons for Brother Blessing; but rather a fun and interactive time of genuine worship, great Methodist hymn singing and learning together. Every single person in attendance that day spoke to me afterwards to express their delight and gratitude for Brother Blessing’s time with us.”
Pastor Jennifer Kerby
Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church, Wilmington
"I really can't thank you enough...
"...for your wonderful presentation on our bicentennial celebration. Everyone I've spoken to was so impressed with you. Thank you for adding a wonderful element to the day."
Rev. Peter Mantell
Kingwood United Methodist Church, Stockton
The Past can provide a Path forward.
This "Ghost of Methodist Past" can bring you an inspiring Sunday morning experience from our country's early years to your congregation.
Give yourself a Sunday free from sermon-writing, and let Bishop Asbury share experience from the early church that speaks to today.
Journey through the past.
Find a brighter future.
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