Bob Mitchell, Greg Laurie, and Raul Ries are longtime friends and collaborators associated with United Martial Artists for Christ (UMAFC), a Christian outreach organization that uses martial arts as a platform for evangelism [1].
Key Individuals and Their Roles
- Bob Mitchell: He is the founder of United Martial Artists for Christ (UMAFC) and a world-renowned martial artist [1]. He uses his expertise in the arts to lead events and youth programs centered on Christian teachings.
- Greg Laurie: The senior pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California, Laurie is a prominent evangelist and friend of the UMAFC team [1, 2].
- Raul Ries: The senior pastor of Calvary Chapel Golden Springs, Ries is himself a high-ranking martial artist (Kung Fu San Soo) and often participates in UMAFC events as a guest speaker or demonstrator [1].
United Martial Artists for Christ (UMAFC)
The organization operates out of the official website you mentioned, focusing on:
- Evangelistic Demonstrations: Combining high-energy martial arts displays with a Gospel message delivered by pastors like Laurie or Ries [1].
- Youth Outreach: Engaging young people through martial arts training and community events [1].
- Monster Truck Ministry: UMAFC is known for featuring a “Transformed Monster Truck” at their large-scale events to attract crowds [1].