C.A.T.C.H.
(Christian Anglers That Choose Him)
CATCH began a few years ago when three fishermen realized that they needed encouragement, fellowship and interaction with other Christian men. The group started with Lance Valentine and Jason Kerr meeting one morning a week for breakfast and bible study. In a few weeks Derek Holmes joined the group and brought new enthusiasm and experiences to the group.
In the past few years the 3 anglers have led devotional meetings on several walleye tournament circuits including the Michigan Walleye Tour, FLW Walleye Tour, FLW Walleye League and the GNWC. Derek has also taken the gospel to his bass fishing buddies at several circuits in the state. In 2006 Lance will host informal bible study meeting at the "Walleye 101Trophy Hunts".
What CATCH will become in the future is still a question, but we are certain that there are others who would like to join us in our journey with Christ and the studying of his word. We have discussed trying to take CATCH into churches and using our experience as anglers and seminar speakers to reach fathers, sons and young adults. Maybe a monthly group meeting around the state with anglers taking time to share their love of Christ with our non-Christian friends in an environment that includes learning about fishing.
If you have any ideas, or want to be involved, just e-mail me at lance@walleye101.com. I look forward to your feedback and appreciate your prayers for guidance of our group.
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