Dr Mings said that Dr. Mark Tronson has been privy and greatly aware of the multi-faceted ministries of Lay Witnesses for Christ International for almost 30 years. Dr. Tronson has authored countless articles on many individuals and ministries including LWFCI.
"Mark has observed first hand this ministry's current and future Leadership and sensed my own heartbeat for evangelism. He has personally observed more of the elite Olympians than any other individual outside of the Staff," Dr Mings explained.
Moreover Dr Mings noted that Mark Tronson closely observed Carl Lewis' interactions with the 750 young people and their parents for 3 hours during the 20th Awards Banquet – and then spent 2 ½ hours one on one - in the Hospitality Suite for Honourees - seated beside the Olympian of the Century (Carl Lewis).
The primary criteria for this 'Advisor' recognition is:
[I] Their then 29 years of a faith walk in God's vineyards; as well as their resolve
[II] Their gifting through their publications to encourage God's Servants - by recognising those they've observed not 'simply for a season' but who they've observed persevering through the years.
Through the years these dear friends have encouraged and provided two specific 'Words of Wisdom' which have greatly impacted Dr. Mings and been adhered to:
[I] Stay focused on 'pleasing God alone'; and then several years ago:
[II] Suggested LWFCI Staff documented 'what others have written or said regarding 'What the Holy Spirit did in their midst during outreaches!'.
Dr. Sam and Sharon Mings strongly recommends that this 'Man of God', Dr. Mark Tronson from Tweeds Heads NSW Australia is fertile ground for investments in eternity.
Dr Mark Tronson is a Baptist minister (retired) who served as the Australian cricket team chaplain for 17 years (2000 ret) and established Life After Cricket in 2001. He was recognised by the Olympic Ministry Medal in 2009 presented by Carl Lewis Olympian of the Century. He has written 24 books, and enjoys writing. He is married to Delma, with four adult children and grand-children.
Mark Tronson's archive of articles as detailed by Dr Mings can be viewed at www.pressserviceinternational.org/mark-tronson.html