Can You Help Get 86ministries Started?

Some of you may remember back in April I had sent out several emails regarding a new ministry and concert venue that I was quite excited about and excited to be part of called 86ministries. The last email I sent was regarding the purchase of the building. 86ministries has not entirely secured the purchase of the building yet. $10,000 was put down with an agreement to come up with another $40,000 by July 17th and in the meantime we would begin to prepare the building for our purposes. In the time since, we were able with the help of volunteers to clean out the entire building of trash and remove some walls that were water damaged. From the time we came in until now, the building has undergone a huge improvement but we had an urgent financial hurdle to overcome; the $50,000 down payment for the building was due by July 17th.  As of last week, we had secured $36,500 of the $50,000 required, leaving a balance of $13,500 to be raised.

 

Many of you joined us in prayer for this need to be met by July 17th.

 

Well, God answered our prayers...but not exactly how we expected.  Due to the sellers not having the land contract completed and submitted to us for legal counsel to review, an extension had to be filed so we now have a new due date of 7/26.  We thank God for miraculously providing us with more time to raise the balance due.

 

I know many of you are like me and don't have a lot of extra cash sitting around. First and foremost, we believe in the goodness of God and that God wouldn't give this vision and bless us with the means to get this far without following through to the end as long as we are also faithful to follow God's leading. Prayers are important and it would be awesome if you could join with us in prayer that God will provide as is promised in Scripture. Anything that anyone can give will help tremendously so if you are able to help us out in anyway, Please contact Chris Human at #513.368.6554 orchris@86ministries.com . If you happen to be or know any of the following that are local to Cincinnati please contact Chris as well.

Are you a business owner?

Are you friends with a business owner?

Do you regularly support a local business?

Would you consider providing us with the names of business owners that we might approach regarding advertising or sponsorship?  The 86 club is located just one block from University of Cincinnati's campus with 38,000 students who could be exposed to their brand.  Additionally, we would love to speak with anyone who sees the benefit in the mission of 86 Ministries.  86 Ministries is impacting community and culture through positive alternatives for students and young adults.  Together, with your help, we can make a difference.  Please contact Chris at #513.368.6554 orchris@86ministries.com .

 

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Thank you for your support and prayers, again I know that many of you receiving this from me don't have this kind of money sitting around but I appreciate you reading this and believe that in a week there will be rejoicing to be shared with all of you as we move forward!

Joel Swanson

June 18th, 2010 - Deadhorse, Still Pioneers, Wild Talents @ Witler House

This is the first show I have had the privilege of booking since the end at Covenant. Deadhorse is touring from Erie, PA with their instrumental sweetness along with Stil Pioneers (Cincinnati, Instrumental) who have a slot on Encore 1 at Cornerstone this year on Friday at 4pm. Also joining in the fun is Wild Talents (Cincinnati) with their brand of rocknroll. Good evening. I'm sure there will be food because that's how it goes down at Witler House. Potluck anyone?



Deadhorse - http://myspace.com/deadhorsepa
Still Pioneers - http://myspace.com/stillpioneers
Wild Talents - http://myspace.com/wildtalents

June 18th, 2010
Witler House
4120 Witler Street
Northside Cincinnati, Ohio 45223

Welcome To The Future!

Well things have ended for me at Covenant and I believe ended in the best possible way. Thanks to everyone that was part of the shows held there during my time and a special thank you to the bands involved in the April shows. There was something absolutely special about both nights and this last one was an incredible experience!

I'd love to still book shows but at this time, I don't have a space to host the shows. If you happen to be a Cincinnati coffeeshop, bar, DIY space, or anyone that is willing to host LIVE music and would like to work together please contact me at TigerRAWkShows@gmail.com. Let's see what we can do.

If you are a band that ever played at Covenant then you know how I work and that same culture will continue at any show I am part of. If you'd like to continue working with me please contact me at TigerRAWkShows@gmail.com. I will do the best I can to find a place for you to play.

Soon, I will be part of the 86 Club on Short Vine. This is a ministry and a venue started by Chris & Monica Human, founders of the Underground. Though I don't necessarily know what my role will be with this I will certainly be involved. Please check out http://86ministries.com as there are ways you can also be involved and help get the club ready to be used.

As with the Covenant Shows page, I will post information on the shows here so check back for more details. At this point I can direct you to these couple of shows:

Saturday May 22nd - Sigma Theta Epsilon Benefit for 86 Ministries starting at 7pm. $5 suggested donation which goes entirely to 86Ministries (3035 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45220)

Sunday May 30th @ 10pm - Girlfight with Red Knife Lottery (Blue Rock Tavern - 4114 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45223)

I look forward to the possibilities that are in store through all of this!
Much Love!

Joel A. Swanson
TigerRAWkShows@gmail.com
(513) 262-0775