At the ASR annual business meeting on August 2, 2025 in Midland, Michigan offices for President and Treasurer will be elected. Nominations are now open for these positions and will remain open until May 31, 2025. To be qualified for these positions, the nominee must be a dues-paying member in good standing for no less than 2 years. To submit nominations for one or both of these offices, please email a completed nomination form available at the link below to Julie McGhghy at julie.mcghghy@azusastreetriders.com on or before May 31, 2025.

Alternatively, any dues-paying member in good standing for no less than years may declare his or her candidacy no later than June 18, 2025 by notifying Jeremiah Hayes at jeremiah.hayes@azusastreetriders.com or Julie McGhghy at  julie.mcghghy@azusastreetriders.com.

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With 23 motorcycles supplied to the mission field last year, we’re expecting greater things in 2025! Now is the time to begin planning your fundraising opportunities to sow into the work of God across the globe! I’m excited to see what God is going to do with Motorcycles for Missionaries this year. You are making an impact globally with your sacrifice and giving. God bless you for what you are doing to reach the lost, not only in the United States, but all around the world.

Registration is now open for the 2025 National Rally!

Visit the event tab on the website, find the National Rally event to register for the rally and meal plans. Host hotel booking information is also available there. We hope to see you there for a great time in the presence of the Lord!

There will be a full schedule of all rally activities available soon.

I know I’ve been there. Sitting at a stop sign or a red light, with the rumble of a v-twin at idle. Waiting on that moment when, with a quick release of the clutch, and a snap of the throttle, all of the available power of that engine will propel you forward with a roar, setting you back in the seat, with the thrill of acceleration.

The rpm’s climb rapidly, you pull the clutch, grab second, and twist the throttle again, only to feel no acceleration. In your attempt to grab second, you grabbed neutral instead. Suddenly, the joy is gone, the excitement fades, as what you intended to be a powerful launch, becomes nothing more than a missed shift.

As defeating as a missed shift on the bike can be, a “missed shift” in your spiritual walk can often result in the same feelings. What you intended to be a powerful step and journey with God, suddenly finds you struggling, feeling like you’re not getting anywhere.

The excitement fades, the zeal is gone, and you’re relegated to just cruising along, afraid to get too involved. You’re left wondering where you went wrong, and maybe this is just how it’s meant to be.

Psalm 37:23-24 tells us, The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down. For, the Lord upholdeth him with His hand.

Don’t let the missed shift be the end of your story. Second gear is still there, just waiting on the opportunity to be used. Third gear is still there, waiting on the chance to move you again.

The power of the Holy Ghost is still available to propel you forward in your ministry, in your outreach, and in your spiritual walk with God. Put your head down, pull the clutch, and grab second.

Remember, it’s only one down, and the rest is up.

Jeremiah Hayes
President
Azusa StreetRiders International

 

At this year’s National Rally, ASR will be hosting a district Children’s Holy Ghost rally. This service will take place Friday evening in the Sunday School area of the church, while we are having our evangelistic service in the main sanctuary. We are looking forward to many children receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost. As many of you know, Sis. Lydia Diaz loved the children of ASR, and would often take and do activities with them during the daily group rides at Nationals. In honor of her, we are inviting the children of the Michigan district to attend this year’s Holy Ghost rally. God is moving in the hearts of the children, and raising up tomorrow’s Apostolic leaders.

The following is a testimony from Sis. Ashley Renick of the Hocking Hills, OH Chapter:

On Friday March 21st, God moved in a mighty way at Anchor Christian Academy in Zanesville, OH. I am a teacher for fifth and six grade. I am always ready to serve in the kingdom of God. On this day, God chose me to hear his voice and pray with a girl in my classroom who received the Holy Ghost. As soon as she received the Holy Ghost, another in my class received the Holy Ghost, and before I knew it, all the students from the school were coming into the class room, and the Holy Ghost fell on many students. It felt like we were in the upper room on The Day of Pentecost. The students prayed and were in the Spirit for over three hours!!! 9 students were filled and many more refilled. Six students were baptized in Jesus name at lunch time, and others were baptized at their home churches on Sunday!! God is moving!!! Just remember never give up on God, and always be willing and ready to serve.

April 25-27
The Pilgrimage
Myrtle Beach, SC

May 17
4th Annual Blessing of the Bikes
Toledo, OH

May 30-June 1
Biker Weekend
Zanesville, OH

June 7
Faith Temple Sword Run
Dubuque, IA

June 20-22
Biker Weekend
Wooster, OH

July 11-13
Biker Weekend
NE Indiana Chapter

July 31-Aug 2
2025 National Rally
Midland, MI

August 15-17
Bikers Rally
Dupo, IL

September 12-14
3rd Annual Biker Weekend Motorcycles for Missionaries
Toledo, OH

September 19-21
8th Annual Biker Weekend
Appalachian Chapter, WV

September 23-26
ASR Exhibit UPCI General Conference
St. Louis, MO

On February 19, 2025, a ASR bylaws committee convened at the behest of the members following the Annual Azusa StreetRiders business meeting 2024. This group met to systemize the current ASR Bylaws and bring our current legal language up to date to protect our organization and clearly state our mission as a non-profit motorcycle ministry.

We were graciously hosted by Pastor Hattabaugh of The Pentecostals of Cooper City, FL. The meeting was attended by Fred Beall, Ron Thwing, Howard Ketron, Julie McGhghy, National Secretary, and chairman Jeff Keck, National Vice President.

Over two and a half days, the committee revised the language of our bylaws, addressed unnecessary liabilities, clarified membership requirements, further defined organizational jurisdiction, governance, fees, and chapter authority.

By the end of the meeting, we addressed questions concerning particular articles of our Bylaws that were raised at the 2024 ASR annual meeting. The committee will be meeting again via Zoom in April to codify updates, corrections, and changes so they are ready to be presented to the 2025 Resolution Committee.

Many thanks to the Bylaws Committee members for their time, effort, and for providing their own travel expenses. This was a successful endeavor and we look forward to next steps.

April is here, so it’s coming down to where the rubber meets the road. The deadline for 2025 Membership Dues is April 30. If you haven’t paid them, this is the time to do so. If you want to be eligible to vote at our national business meeting in Midland, MI on August 2, you must be dues current. If you hold an officer position in a Chapter, you need to be dues current.

Please reach out to me with any questions.
Cynthie Zerbe
National Treasurer
Azusa StreetRiders International
cynthie.zerbe@azusastreetriders.com or call 231-580-1460

Hello March! Time is flying by, and riding season is approaching fast. I want to thank those who have already paid their membership dues in supporting this great ministry. There are some who haven’t made this payment yet. If by chance you are having problems such as didn’t received an invoice, please reach out to me. If you have not received an invoice via email, be sure to check your junk or spam folder. This ministry needs your support. Deadline is April 30,2025.