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Online Status: Last On: Feb 5, 2010 - 10:07 PM
Profile Views: 13,934
Member Since: February 10, 2008
Location: Franklin, TN
ShoutLife Address: shoutlife.com/johnwschlitt
Website: http://www.johnwschlitt.com
Genre: Classic Rock
Record Label: 4K Records
Group Members:
BOOKING/SCHEDULING:
Sue Dempster
Nova Productions
sue@johnwschlitt.com
920-980-7671
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MISSION STATEMENT OF JOHN SCHLITT

1. To encourage the Christian to grasp the reality that we are on the winning team. Jesus Christ is alive and through Him we are to be victorious in His perfect plan for us - a plan that was designed for us from the beginning of time (Rom. 8:29)

2. To awaken the unsaved out of their slumber of believing the lies the enemy has used to keep them from the truth - the truth that they are made in the image of God and are designed for a relationship with Him through Jesus Christ.

I am a blessed man. I have been saved by a God of second chances. He saved me from suicide and gave me a second chance at life. He protected my family and gave me a second chance at being a husband and father. And, finally, he gave me a second chance in music. He took me from a secular system that was destroying me through drug and alcohol abuse and put me in a Christian band that gave me the opportunity to see God work all over the world.

In the time I have been a Christian, God has continued to put two simple yet life changing messages on my heart - Jesus Christ is alive and wants to come into our hearts to give us eternal life. And, secondly, Jesus Christ has given us everything we need to not just survive but to be victorious!

The Word says that there is a war going on for each one of us - a war in the heavenlies. I see this war taking form in the constant attempts to distort and discredit the character and the ways of God.

In closing, I believe as Christians it is our calling and duty to battle these lies with truth. At every opportunity we need to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ with whatever tool we are given. In my life, it is through the music I sing and sharing my testimony and experiences.

... John
News Feed
Friday February 5
4:46 PM posted a new blog entitled "Dorla Schlitt's Fiesta Chicken Recipe"
Thursday February 4
10:57 PM posted a new event entitled "Oak Grove Baptist Church"
Wednesday February 3
7:47 PM posted a new blog entitled "Thanks For All The Messages On My Guestbook"
7:37 PM posted a new blog entitled "94FM The Fish - surprise phone call "
4:52 AM posted a new blog entitled ""To John - Birthday Wishes From Your Fans"!"
4:22 AM posted a new blog entitled "Photos - Jan. 27, 2010 - Song For Haitian Relief"
Tuesday February 2
Discography
The Grafting (2008)
A totally different direction, "THE GRAFTING" is a departure from the classic rock of Petra into the heart & soul of John Schlitt.

1. Stand
2. Keep Your Light On
3. Only Men
4. Face Of God
5. The Grafting
6. First Song
7. Your Eyes
8. Lord Have Mercy
9. Gravity
10. Carry On

Buy The Grafting Online

Unfit for Swine (1996)
Following closely on the heels of "SHAKE," "UNFIT FOR SWINE" made its debut in 1996. A very diverse album musically, "SWINE" showcases John's versatility as a vocalist, with elements of alternative and modern rock in a surprising blend that rages with intensity and drive.

1. Save Me
2. God Is Too Big
3. Can't Get Away
4. We Worship You
5. Need I Remind You
6. Take You On
7. Helping Hand
8. There Is Someone
9. I Killed A Man
10. Don't Have To Take It

Buy Unfit for Swine Online

Shake (1995)
After 10 years as frontman for Petra, John ventured forth with his first solo album, "SHAKE," in 1995. Amidst rumors of his leaving Petra, it was made perfectly clear that John not only would remain with Petra, but that he was fully capable of pursuing a solo career simultaneously - a feat no other lead singer in the Christian industry had ever attempted. John not only made the attempt - but he excelled at it.

1. Wake The Dead
2. Don't Look Back
3. Show Me The Way
4. Inside Of You
5. Let It Show
6. Carry The Burden
7. One By One
8. Try Understanding His Heart
9. The Hard Way
10. The Road To Calvary

Buy Shake Online

Groups
Christian Metal Generation , The Petra Forum
It's the end of the 1st wk of Feb. & in that week was my birthday. Something that was wonderful but I'd like to forget about it real quick!
Feb 5, 2010 - 10:00 PM

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About John W. Schlitt



John Schlitt began singing when he was just five years old, performing the leads in recitals and plays in his school. It soon became clear that a career in music was in John's future. He finished college with a degree in civil engineering and promptly set about making a name for himself in the world of rock 'n roll. His unique, fiery tenor and unbridled passion for singing landed him a gig fronting the group Head East.

In 1980 he was let go by the band. The reason: John had an out-of-control drug and alcohol addiction.

Through the witness of his wife, Dorla, and their pastor, John accepted Christ as Savior and friend. He resolved to live for God and even forsake music, if that was what God ordered. He ended up looking for practical work to support his family, starting from scratch. But God wasn't done with him musically. In fact, it turned out that John's days in Head East were a precursor to something greater. Five years after firmly putting music behind him, God called John back to fronting the Christian rock band Petra.

John Schlitt officially joined Petra in 1986, bringing with him his amazing vocal range and abilities that made him a legend with Head East. Except this time, his mind was no longer blown on drugs and alcohol - he was clean, focused, and armed with a powerful message: God made us to be winners - Jesus Christ is alive and through Him we are to be victorious in His perfect plan for us.

This perfect plan continues on for John, releasing "Vertical Expressions" in 2007 with Bob Hartman as "II Guys from Petra," and also a third solo release, "The Grafting," in 2008.







Upcoming Events
Celebrate Community Church - Sioux Falls, SD Feb 17, 2010 - 12:00 PM
Celebrate Community Church - Sioux Falls, SD Mar 23, 2010 - 12:00 PM
Celebrate Community Church - Sioux Falls, SD Apr 7, 2010 - 12:00 PM
CONCERT - Club-D-MASK-US - Lee's Summit, MO Apr 17, 2010 - 7:00 PM
WORSHIP SERVICE - Club-D-MASK-US - Lee's Summit, MO Apr 18, 2010 - 10:30 AM
CONCERT - Oak Grove Baptist Church - Fairdale, Kentucky Apr 24, 2010 - 7:00 PM
CONCERT - First Baptist Church of Crothersville - Crothersville, IN Apr 25, 2010 - 7:00 PM
FESTIVAL - Oygospel Festival - Flekkerøy, NOR May 7, 2010 - 7:30 PM
FESTIVAL - Oygospel Festival - Flekkerøy, NOR May 8, 2010 - 7:30 PM
WORSHIP SERVICE - Flekkerøy Kirke - Flekkerøy, NOR May 9, 2010 - 11:00 AM
FESTIVAL - Hills Alive Festival - Rapid City, SD Jul 16, 2010 - 6:00 PM
FESTIVAL - Iso Soitto Festival - Keuruu, Finland Jul 24, 2010 - 7:00 PM
FESTIVAL - Heaven Fest - Longmont, CO Jul 31, 2010 - 3:00 PM
Videos
II Guys from Petra
John and Dorla Schlitt -
John Schlitt -
John Schlitt -
Video Folders:
Solo Projects (5), Special Appearances (5)
Photos
Photo Gallery Folders:
4/18-20, 2009 GMA Music Week (90), 6-26-2009 - Sturgeon Bay, WI. (11), Aug. 9, 2009 - Fairdale, KY (15), Aug. 9, 2009 Crothersville, IN (4), Dec. 5, 2008 Lee's Summit, MO. (10), Dec. 6, 2008 Lee's Summit, MO. (27), Feb. 10, 2009 - NRB Convention (7), Feb. 9, 2009 - NRB Convention (4), Jan. 11, 2009 Sioux Falls, SD. (4), John's Woodworking (20), June 27, 2009 - Mercer, WI. (10), The Grafting - Album Art (7)
Blog
Dorla Schlitt's Fiesta Chicken Recipe   2/05/2010 - 4:46 PM
Fiesta Chicken Pour 1-2 packages of dry taco seasoning mix into a gallon Ziplock bag Place 1-2 chicken breasts into bag at a time and shake to cover with seasoning. Lay the chicken on a greased cookie sheet Bake 350 for 30-40 min. Top eac... (login or sign up to read more)
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Thanks For All The Messages On My Guestbook   2/03/2010 - 7:47 PM
Yes, it's my birthday - the Big One with a zero at the end! I'm looking at it, feeling really good about it - it's a great day! Dorla & I are going to see a movie, and this weekend we'll have fun with our kids & grandkids - how much better can tha... (login or sign up to read more)
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94FM The Fish - surprise phone call   2/03/2010 - 7:37 PM
Listen as Doug & Kim from 94FM The Fish wish John a happy birthday with a surprise phone call - live and on the air! Download mp3 http://www.youtube.com/v/vKUxTElqQZY (login or sign up to read more)
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"To John - Birthday Wishes From Your Fans"!   2/03/2010 - 4:52 AM
TODAY (Feb. 3) IS JOHN'S BIRTHDAY! Click HERE to leave a birthday greeting on his Guestbook. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOHN! MAY YOU HAVE MANY, MANY MORE! (login or sign up to read more)
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Photos - Jan. 27, 2010 - Song For Haitian Relief   2/03/2010 - 4:22 AM
Photos - Jan. 27, 2010 - Haitian Relief Song Recording (login or sign up to read more)
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Recent Guestbook Comments (9)  
Anna's somewhere benieth the cats. on 2/03/10 - 2:31 AM
Happy birthday John.
The Shadow's on 1/01/10 - 11:54 PM
Happy New Year, God Bless! LOL

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John-Tammy's Man Hapily Engaged!!! :) on 1/01/10 - 8:03 AM
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Have a happy Thanksgiving!
Catherine on 11/24/09 - 8:42 AM
Have a Happy Thanksgiving! *smiles*
Songs, Writings and Testimonies on 11/16/09 - 1:49 PM
Thank you for sharing your testimony and living for our precious Lord and Savior and reaching so many.

May God continue to shine His face upon you and your ministry.
Brotha DC on 11/13/09 - 10:50 PM
Loved it when you popped up in that T-Bone video!