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Interact with John W. Schlitt
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Last On: Jun 30, 2009 - 11:14 PM
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Member Since:
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February 10, 2008
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Location:
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Franklin, TN
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ShoutLife Address:
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shoutlife.com/johnwschlitt
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Website:
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http://www.johnwschlitt.com
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Genre:
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Classic Rock
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Record Label:
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4K Records
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MANAGEMENT:
Ricky B. Rogers
Fused Management
ricky@johnwschlitt.com
615-414-9978
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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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CONCERT -
Live Oak Baptist Church - Denham Springs, LA.
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Aug 22, 2009 - 5:30 PM
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WORSHIP SERVICE -
Live Oak Baptist Church - Denham Springs, LA.
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Aug 23, 2009 - 10:30 AM
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FESTIVAL -
Godstock - Wayne County Fairgrounds - Fairfield, IL.
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Sep 12, 2009 - 5:00 PM
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WORSHIP SERVICE -
Logan Street Baptist Church - Wayne City, IL.
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Sep 13, 2009 - 10:30 AM
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CONCERT -
St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church - Tonawanda, NY
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Oct 3, 2009 - 7:00 PM
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WORSHIP SERVICE -
St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church - Tonawanda, NY
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Oct 4, 2009 - 9:15 AM
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WORSHIP SERVICE -
St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church - Tonawanda, NY
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Oct 4, 2009 - 11:00 AM
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Photo Gallery Folders:
4/18-20, 2009 GMA Music Week (90),
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),
The Grafting - Album Art (7)
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NOTW - Official Clothing Line Of John Schlitt
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6/30/2009 - 10:58 PM
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Hello Everyone,
If you have been following Petra for some time, you know that NOTW stands for NOT OF THIS WORLD, the title of both the album and song of Petra's 1983 release.
We want to introduce you to another use of the acronym NOTW, wh...
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John Schlitt: Holding On To His Word
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6/30/2009 - 10:50 PM
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John talks with the American Bible Society's "Share Your Story" feature, telling about his favorite life verse and various stories in the Bible that inspire him on a daily basis.
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John Schlitt - Gravity - Euro Tour '09
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6/30/2009 - 10:43 PM
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Music video of "Gravity" - from John Schlitt's CD "The Grafting".
Filmed and edited in Sweden by Rickard Karlsson.
Words and music by Dan Needham.
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John Schlitt - God Is Too Big - Euro Tour '09
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6/30/2009 - 10:33 PM
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Music video of "God Is Too Big" - from John Schlitt's CD Unfit For Swine.
Filmed and edited in Sweden by Rickard Karlsson.
Words: John Schlitt and Mark Heimermann
Music: Ronny Cates
(Matthew 8:26; Ephesians 3:20-21; Isaiah 55:8-9)
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John Schlitt at Lifeway
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6/25/2009 - 4:39 PM
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John joined the staff at Lifeway Christian Store in Franklin, TN, Wednesday, June 24, for a morning devotional, prayer and to introduce the store manager, Mike Bayly and staff to his album, The Grafting.
David Teems of Franklin played an instr...
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Recent Guestbook Comments (15)
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 glitter-graphics.com
Hi John,
Happy 4th of July!
God Bless you,
John Sheridan - Wasilla, Alaska
Newly Engaged! :) |
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Hey, John.
We're doing a live CD with Jimmie Black in Bradenton, Florida on July 30 and 31. It would be great if you could make it!
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Hello Friend!
Our God is an awesome God... He is so Faithful and He really loves you!
The Lord is our Shepard and we shall not want...just keep trusting in Him!
He is in still in control and the Best is yet to come!
Blessings upon you, your family and ministry!
In His Love,
?Arleen?
http://KingdomLiving.ning.com
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Hi John,
How are you doing?
I hope everything is fine.
Today it was very hot here in Germany (30° C) but they say it's getting colder ?
what are your plans for the week? Anything special?
I'm still convalescing...(was sick in hospital, but thanks God, I'm back at home and feeling much better now)
So, have a wonderful week!
God bless
Auf Wiedersehen
Harald
p.s.: You're going to visit Germany?! Doing a concert in Bielefeld?!?!
I hope I'll be able to be there (have been living and studdiing there) - would be great! :)
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Steve on 5/24/09 - 6:17 PM
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Thank YOU sir! :-)
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Thank you John,
for adding me as a friend.I am blessed and honored.
love and blessings,
Leonie
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Thanks bro! Stay cool! Drew
www.drewdavidsen.com
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Great, glad to have you on board !
SWJ Band
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John:
Greetings in the name of Jesus. May the peace of the Lord be with you always.
Best wishes to you and hope for your dreams come true.
Click here for the MLK - They Slew the Dreamer movie presentation or use this address:
http://www.garyrevel.com/MLK_FILES/MLK1.HTM |
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Thanks for the friend request. I am honored. Your life sounds such as mine was at one point. God bless and Best Regards, Phil...
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Hello John (and all your support staff!!!)
I pray you are doing well, and the Lord is blessing you and yours with faith, courage, strength and determination. I also pray that your ministry is growing and serving the Lord in an ever increasing outreach.
God Bless my brother!
Ron
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Keep your eyes & ears open. CENTERTREE might be coming to your town or a town near you. We are working on getting a tour together. Tell your youth & music minister or preacher if they are looking for a good worship band to get the youth & church on fire for God. Get in touch with me.
Gods Blessings to you.
Mike
601-319-8161
2brotherscabinets@comcast.net
This is the scripture CENTERTREE is based on.
Luke 23:33
And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left.
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LORI on 4/08/09 - 9:23 AM
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You're welcome & thanks!
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