The event calendar is starting to fill up, and event planning is kicking off in full swing. It is exciting to see the expansion and growth in the ASR ministry!

With this growth, there is usually multiple events going on each month. There is a lot of work that goes into chapter events. From the organization, to food preparation, to route planning, to the outreach planning, it takes a lot of energy to put an event on.

We need each other! I know it’s nearly impossible to make it to every event across the nation, but let’s make an effort to support those events that are within reasonable riding distance. It is encouraging to see the membership showing up to support a chapter in reaching the lost in their area, and many times will give a much needed boost to that local chapter.

One of the things I love about ASR, is the willingness of the membership to travel hours away, to help a local chapter witness in their area, and grow the kingdom of God.

You are ministers of the Gospel, ready to take the Gospel to the streets, not only in your own city, but in every city across the country.

As you begin your planning, be sure to include some form of outreach and ministry into your event. We are a ministry. Our goal is to reach the lost, and be a witness of the grace and mercy of God to a hurting world.

And the lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled. Luke 14:23

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

The period for accepting 2025 membership dues has closed. Only those who were dues current by midnight on April 30, 2025 will be able to vote by absentee ballot or in person at the Annual Business Meeting on August 2, 2025 in Midland, MI.

 

 

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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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.

Often, people share their testimony of healing or deliverance.  People find peace when God provides in times of financial difficulties and hardship. These are indeed miracles that should glorify God and opportunities to give him praise.  We must also count it a blessing when we are unaware of what God kept us from.  Psalms 121:7-8 says, “The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.” When we are healthy and not struggling with physical ailments and hardship, we need to praise God. When we have a safe ride without incidents, we need to praise God. God is protecting us from things unseen. A testimony is not merely God restoring us, but it is also God keeping us.

 

At this year’s National Rally, there will be a designated local outreach. Pastor Kevin Willis and the Midland MI chapter have been working hard to get things set up for the 2025 National Rally, and have integrated outreach into our rally.

Below you will find some information on the designated outreach, as well as requested items.

It is requested to focus on donation items that can be easily transported, not the larger items. Thank you for your willingness to be the hands and feet of Jesus!

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.

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