"For GOD so loved the world that he gave his one and only SON (JESUS), that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."

John 3:16 NIV

Hi! I am" Rowdy the Clown" aka Cheri Schlosser. I became a Christian as a young child raised in a Baptist church. My first encounter with a Gospel clown was at Vacation Bible School. A teenager at my church dressed as a clown, and told Bible stories using a puppet and singing songs with all the kids. I thought it was the greatest thing I had ever experienced at church. When she graduated from high school, I asked the VBS director if I could be the clown, I was in the 8th grade at the time. I had no experience or skills, but I did have a genuine desire to share Jesus with children in a lively and exciting way.

That was 23 years ago. A lot has changed since then. I studied acting for many years, and even lived in Hollywood. I have always enjoyed performing live and on camera. I have performed as a dramatic actress as well as an improv comedian, but nothing is ever as much fun for me as clowning, especially for Jesus. I have worked as a professional clown for over 10 years. I attend grand openings, birthday parties, and company picnics every week, but my heart is still and always will be in Gospel clowning. It's fun, funny, and important! I know GOD is using me to change little lives and lead them to Him!

Churches I have performed at recently include the United Methodist in Pearland, The United Methodist in the Woodlands, The Christian Church of Conroe, Forest Cove Baptist in Kingwood, The Northeast Houston Baptist in Atascosita, The Mission Northeast in New Caney, The Strawbridge Methodist Church in Kingwood, and especially my home church Woodridge Baptist in Kingwood, TX. This is ofcourse a partial list, so don't feel bad if I forgot to list your church!

I have had so many opportunities for volunteer work as a Gospel Clown. I have been to food banks, nursing homes, parks, and street fairs sharing the Good News and performing with my other Gospel Clown friends. I know many clowns who travel on mission trips or who are serving full time as foriegn missionaries. Some of my clown friends visit hospitals, prisons, and other places cheering up people who are hurting and lost and telling them about Christs' sacrificial love...with the help of the Holy Spirit and a rubber chicken! This is the great commission!

Christian clowning leaves a lasting impression on children. They listen, laugh, learn and have fun. Best of all, our Heavenly Father gets all the Glory. If you are interested in hiring a Gospel Clown for your special church event or would like to become a Gospel Clown please call me at (281) 360-7140.

If you are a Christian interested in clowning be sure to attend "Joey to the World Gospel Clown Conference" February 6 & 7, 2004 (Fri. and Sat.) at Sagemont Church in Pasadena, TX. Also, join the Cheerful Clown Alley #166 of Houston, and attend the Cheerful Clown School June-Aug 2004. You will want to be your best for the LORD!

Prayerfully wearing big shoes!,

Rowdy

"For the one whom GOD has sent speaks the words of GOD, for God gives the SPIRIT without limit."

John 2:34 NIV