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John Ward
John Ward, Chief Creative Officer, is a filmmaker who at 36 has over twenty years of experience. A child actor who appeared in his first movie at 12, by 25, he wrote, produced and directed his first film, Enchanted. John is a committed Christian who regularly teaches high school students at Mariners Church as well as leads a small group of high schoolers. He and his wife Christy have two children, Cali and Jack, and reside in Newport Beach, CA |
Jeff Pries
Jeff Pries is the Chief Executive Officer, Co-Producer and Founder of Liquid Productions, where he is responsible for bringing the pieces together to ensure creation of products that glorify God are developed within a highly-focused and financially discipline environment. He also is the theological backbone for Liquid, a role he is well equipped to serve through his vocation of over 12 years as the Small Groups Pastor and a member of the speaking team at Mariners Church. His greatest passion in ministry is trying to move people to talk about life honestly and helping them realize that they can tackle anything with God. Jeff is highly respected among his peers for his insight, humility and bluntness. He has spoken at large Christian conferences through-out the country and participates in numerous advisory boards of major associations, including Willow Creek Association.
Jeff and his wife Barbara reside in Irvine, CA where they stay busy as the parents of four kids under the age of 10. Jeff enjoys coaching and watching his children playing various sports and taking them to any UCLA game (Jeff was the number 1 draft pick for the NY Yankees in 1984 out of UCLA & can still throw a 90 MPH fastball).Jeff also enjoys baking chocolate chip cookies for his children every Tuesday evening. |
User Reviews and Testimonials
Mike Erre, Teaching Pastor, Rock Harbor Church, Author of The Jesus of Suburbia
I have seen the power of the Liquid Method in several church settings over nearly a decade. Combining a unique relational learning method with the use of film, Liquid allows anybody to discover the compelling truths of scripture for themselves. It is hard work not to grow in such a setting.
John Townsend, Speaker, Author of Making Small Groups Work and Boundaries
To be successful and to thrive, small group ministries’ need both curriculum and a way to use it. Liquid helps members encounter the Bible and their own lives in a refreshing and engaging way. It keeps people involved in knowing God and following His growth path. I highly recommend it.
Bill Dallas, founder, Church Communications Network
People are captivated by media and the way it touches our culture and lives. Liquid delivers in both of these areas. It has great production value accompanied by the use of great stories. Liquid makes the Bible come to life.
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Don’t Let Your Small Group Bible Study Get All Over The Place
The most fundamental principle of the liquid method is the funnel. If you picture the image of a funnel, you’ll better understand the idea of the “flow” when it comes to using the liquid method... Read more >
Finding Real Community in the “One Another’s”
First-century Christians knew what it meant to be in real community with one another, relating with a depth and commitment that made the description “body of Christ” a perfect metaphor for the church... Read more >
Its Not Easy But its Necessary
Anyone who has been a Small Group Pastor for any amount of time recognizes very quickly that there are complexities that come with overseeing a Small Groups. Here are the top ones we have had to grapple with at Mariners Church. ... Read more >