Service to Others

Guests: Gary Burd & David Phelps

In this episode of Faith Café, host Scott Dente Walks on the wild side with guest Gary Burd, who is a minister to the homeless, those with substance abuse problems, and others from across the tracks. Their interview is captivating and challenging. Recording artist David Phelps also guests for one of the most lively interviews on the show to date.

Gary Burd

Gary Burd is a different kind of minister. Years ago he discovered within himself a well of compassion, mercy, and concern for people other churches often ignore. Soon he'd lost his coat and tie in favor of jeans, T-shirts and leather and they didn't become a costume they became a lifestyle. Today his ministry feeds the homeless, assists in substance abuse recovery and provides for men, women and children society likes to forget.

Born to Pentecostal Holiness parents and ministers, Gary became a minister at age 16. He and his wife, Carolyn, have served Christian Heritage Church in Amarillo since 1973 and have been Senior Pastors since 1986. 

Both Gary and Carolyn have logged over 225,000 miles on their cycles during the past five years.  The Christian "colors" on their motorcycle jackets often open doors for ministering the gospel to other bikers.  Their greatest joy comes from serving the Matthew 25 people in our society.

David Phelps | www.davidphelps.com

Pop vocalist and songwriter David Phelps has been given such a talent. Credited by many as having one of today's most spectacular voices, David has seen countless thousands rise to their feet for his inspiring, powerhouse performances.

Raised in a Christian home, David grew up in Tomball, Texas singing in church with his family. Through the years, he cultivated his love for music by performing as a solo artist at churches and conventions.

The music of David Phelps is honest and uplifting. His gifts of singing and songwriting combine to tell of the grace that provides, encourages, comforts and saves. Through this music, David leads people in worship and inspires them to seek Christ. His powerful songs and humble spirit have been well received across the country.

His audiences have included George W. Bush, massive crowds at Billy Graham Crusades, and millions of "ABC News" viewers, and his voice has brought him multiple Grammy and Dove awards. And with the release of his new solo debut for Word Records, Revelation, Phelps is poised to reach an even greater audience of fans around the globe.