Rumblings

We are still in need of several chapters to report their officers and roster of members. Currently, we have only received information from 10 chapters.

Thank you to those who have reported. For those who have not, please send that information ASAP to your state coordinator or to asr.national@azusastreetriders.com.

There is vital information and communications that need to be sent to local chapters from time to time, and it is imperative to have the correct chapter information to expedite the communications.

June 7
Faith Temple Sword Run
Dubuque, IA

June 7
4th Annual Tupelo Children’s Mansion Benefit Ride
Lexington, TN

June 20-22
Biker Weekend
Wooster, OH

June 21
Motorcycles For Missionaries Fundraiser
Hamilton, MO

July 11-13
Biker Weekend
NE Indiana Chapter

July 25-26
Biker Weekend & Sock Run
Coleman, TX

July 30-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

Hope you all had a great Memorial Day.  We had the privilege to ride in the Memorial Day Parade with Pentecostal Temple of Midland, Michigan, and after the parade, got in a practice route ride for National Rally.

If you are not yet registered for the National Rally, it is coming fast. June is here, so you have time, and now is the time.

July 30-Aug 2 is the dates of the National Rally,

Please get your meal plans ordered so we have an idea how many to plan for food. You can help us out by doing so.

Can’t wait! Please be praying for this event and what God has in store for us.

Sis. Cynthie Zerbe

I am pleased to announce the nominees for President and Treasurer:

• President: Bro. Jeremiah Hayes
• Treasurer: Sis. Cynthie Zerbe and Bro. David “Pops” Locke

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!

I want to give a special shout out to all of our wonderful State and Area Coordinators for the amazing work they are doing!

We are experiencing growth in many of our regions and this will mean more opportunities to serve as State/Area Coordinators.

Some of the responsibilities are as follows:
o Assist local churches navigate the start-up process for new ASR Chapters
o Support your states chapters organize events
o Work closely with local chapters with elections and meetings
o Promote ASR at Men’s Meetings and District events.

As a State/Area Coordinator you will play a vital role in strengthening and growing ASR’s ministry and influence in your state.

If you are interested in exploring the possibility of serving in this ministry opportunity, please let us know. I can be reached via email: jeff.keck@azusastreetriders.com

The Pilgrimage 2025 biennial event is behind us and it was a great success! ASR riders from eight states (NC, SC, GA, FL, AL, OH, WV, and MI) converged on Myrtle Beach to witness and celebrate ASR’s beginnings. Three of our four ASR national officers were present also!

At Friday’s Meet-n-Greet, we had a commercial taco bar. Following breakfast Saturday, we rode about 1-1/2 hours to a men’s rehab center in Shallotte, NC for a testimony service where we shared our pasts and what God has done to help us. We also provided food for about 80 men. Testimonies were powerful and we’ve been asked to come back. A couple of men from the center want to come to our monthly ASR Bible studies. Pray they are able to come.

After a quick visit to Seabreeze HD, we met for dinner Saturday evening at a Benjamin’s Seafood buffet where Jimmy Frost, one of our future members (believing, in faith), has worked for 30 years as a model maker. He gave us the grand tour of all the ships, airplanes, helicopters and displays he’s built over the years for the restaurant. Very impressive!

For the finale, Biker Sunday topped it all! Howard Ketron (ASR Myrtle Beach) preached “Standing at the Edge of the Promised Land.” Conviction struck and three people were baptized in Jesus’ Name, including Jimmy, our future ASR member! A chili dinner followed the baptisms and a “Blessing of the Bikes.”

A huge THANK YOU to all who came, participated and helped, including our church family at Christian Life Center of Myrtle Beach! May God bless you all!

As we spiritedly make our way back to the highways, byways, and black ribbon canyon roads, allow me to take this opportunity to remind everyone of the importance of staying clear-eyed and focused whether you’re on two or three wheels.

Every May, there is a national effort to bring greater awareness to the driving public of our small, fast, and often unseen bikes. I have always found the old adage to be true: “Ride like you are invisible.” Because much of the time, we are!

Here are nine quick tips to keep in mind while riding:

1. We bikers have the same rights to the road as any other motorist. You have the right to the entire lane, so position yourself in the left half of the lane. If you are in the number one lane on a divided highway/freeway, position yourself near the divided white line to possess the entire lane and remain visible.

2. When passing a semi-truck, bus, camper, or other large vehicles, remember, if you cannot see the driver in the driver side mirror, THEY CANNOT SEE YOU.

3. I’m not your mama. . . but consider wearing a DOT compliant helmet when riding. Studies indicate that helmets are estimated to be 37% effective in preventing fatal injuries to riders and 41% effective for passengers.

4. Equip your bike with proper lighting and wear reflective gear when possible as this will heighten your visibility.

5. Be aware of your road conditions. This is especially true in the springtime or after heavy rains. Loose gravel and sand accumulates at stop signs and canyon corners. I knew a CHP motor officer who was highly embarrassed when he laid his bike down on a rain slick white painted traffic arrow, oops! Painted stop lines and directional indicators are not your friends.

6. Keep a safe following distance and ride staggered (approx. two bike lengths) on group rides. This is especially important when following semi-truck; a blowout can change your world in a heartbeat.

7. Check the weather and do not ride beyond your skill. Wet and slippery conditions are even more dangerous for bikers because we are exposed to all the elements. Play it safe and wait it out before hitting the road on icy or flooded roads.

8. Make sure you and your bike are in good working order: tire pressure, oil, battery, and top off your tank. This also means that you are properly licensed, have motorcycle insurance, and are physically road ready. If you haven’t ridden in a while, it would be a great idea to take a refresher riders course and avail yourself of he many instructional videos on YouTube, including “MotoJitsu,” “Ride Like a Pro,” and “Be The Boss Of Your Motorcycle.”

9. Keep your wits about you and don’t ride distracted or angry. It is never worth the risk of injuring yourself or someone else.

These are just a few safety tips to consider while scootin’ down the road and remember: Love Like Jesus, Preach Like Paul, and Ride Like Jehu!

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