“I travel a lot and have shared your tremendous work with many of the people we meet. You are a great teammate. Be prepared to join us on the ‘field of play’…) - Les Steckel President/CEO Fellowship of Christian Athletes
“I just wanted to give you a progress report and to tell you how very much I appreciate the great message you gave us all that special weekend.”- John Dewey
“I cannot tell you just how powerful the event was among our staff and campers. It was such a unique opportunity for them to be at the arena and experience such a strong visual of important truths.” - Trudy Cathy White Director, Girls Camp at WinShape Camps
“I was impressed by your message a year ago, and I was no less impressed this time. In fact, not being a horse person, it was very useful to see the differences in the two horses and your treatment of them. These differences further underscored many of the points you were making. Everyone spoke positively about it, and one manager said that he was still thinking about and talking about your presentation a week after it had happened. Anyone who has gone to traditional business seminars knows that is a fairly rare occurrence!”
-Gregory R. Erlandson President of Our Sunday Visitor
“I saw the TV program (S.O.T.M. Principles of Faith on Sky Angel TV) for the first time over the weekend and it was inspiring!! Having read the Horse Whisperer and having horses myself, I could really relate to the approach taken!! Thank you for a very informative session!! I look forward to the next one.” “Every time I experience SOTM and Horseman’s Workshop I come away with a deeper appreciation for God as my trainer and for what I am expecting from my horse. With this understanding my horse is 100% better in his lead changes.” - Rich, T.X.
“You really helped me understand the sequential stages of training: my horse and I are still benefiting from what you taught us a year ago.” - Susan, PA
“The groundwork really helped me to understand the importance of soft yielded shoulders, which improved my horse’s performance under saddle.” -Bob, F.L.
“Without reservation, we offer Lew Sterrett our gratitude and we heartily recommend him to any group in need of a person to lead them in a positive direction and leave them with the skills to take their organization to the next level…Lew did a stellar job, was at all times professional…and worked diligently to cover all bases. He used humor, inclusive activities, and great stories as illustrations, therefore keeping members alert, enthusiastic, and responsive.” Susan Bragg 2005-2006 PHBA President
“The way he communicates with our teenage youth, you can see his calling and his heart for them. He is gentle and direct in his love for our youth.” “He and his team, without a doubt, have one to the most effective and creative ways of presenting values”
Jamey D. Grover Executive Director Baxley Wilderness Institute
Lew Sterrett joined the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for a workshop teaching coaches to win the hearts of their players. The workshop took place on May 17, 2003 and the following are just some of the comments from coaches that attended…..
“I took a day to learn how to change a life.” -Rob McCoy, Roberts Wesleyan College
“Wow…my head is spinning with the wealth and depth of topics discussed! They have challenged me to assess how I have dealt with my players and how to define success. I encourage any coach, administrator, and parent to attend.” - David Negin, Madison HS
“The workshop put simple words about capturing the heart of your athletes into a great illustration. I’d recommend this as a phenomenal staff retreat. - Tony Kunczewski, Allegheny College
“An awesome experience. I never quite broke down the philosophy of coaching as well and as meaningful as you did. “The Horse” metaphor was especially moving!” - John Patterson, Jefferson Area HS
“Outstanding Day! I appreciated your vision and leadership in providing coaches a true picture of our role and mission. I really valued the horse demonstration for many reasons but most because it helped me see God as a loving, committed, and disciplinarian teacher who wants me to reach my potential. It was the best illustration of God’s mind-work in my life I have ever seen. Thanks! A great day.” - Rick Havens, Jefferson Area HS
“The workshop was a great encouragement to me. It helped me to see my vulnerable areas and issues with me I want to deal with in relation to my family, players, and team. What a great team - Lew and Lowrie! I can’t wait to see “the horse thing” again. Boggles my mind!” - Cleve Wright, Gannon University
