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Well... 13 years ago, I resigned as Sr. Pastor from FBC West Monroe, LA!!!! The Lord has been so gracious - so faithful and allowed much fruit to become a reality in and through our work of encouragement!!
 
Thank you Lord for being so good to me and my family!! And Thank You Lord for all my Family and Friends that have stood by me through the years!!

I love you guys!!

Dennis Swanberg

December 25, 2007


Swanberg Ministries' 2007 Newsletter
Click Here!

December 10, 2007

Click here to view the 12/10/07 E-news from The Swan

November 26, 2007

Click here to view the 11/26/07 E-news from The Swan

November 20, 2007

Click here to view the 11/26/07 E-news from The Swan

November 5, 2007

NEW DVD!!!!
"All I Want for Christmas is My New False Teeth"
Click here to order Dennis' latest DVD

October 26, 2007

Dear Friends,

The Lord is so good!  I just had the opportunity to speak to the Staff/Personnel and Patients of BROOK ARMY MEDICAL CENTER in San Antonio Tx. These soldiers who have lost limbs and suffered burns simply amazed me with the sacrifice that they have made for our country.. for you and me!!  I was honored to be their guest!

We thank the Lord for ALL our speaking engagments!  We are about to finish up 2007...and it's been great.... and now we are BOOKING MINISTRY DATES for 2008.  If your Church or Organization can use my gifts of encouragement - please give us a call at 1 318 325 9044 office or email dswanberg@jam.rr.com.

JANUARY has several openings!!  Check out our calendar on our website and see if you have a date in which I could come and minister to you and your fellow brothers and sisters in Christ!  IF YOU ARE IN FLORIDA... notice the dates I'll be down there..and see if I could coordinate an event with your church/organization while I'm down in THE SUNSHINE STATE!

Don't forget to check out our MINISTRY PRODUCTS for your Upcoming Christmas Gifts.  Why not give the gift of Laughter this Christmas!  A merry heart doeth good like a medicine (Prov. 17:22).

Blessings on you and yours this Thanksgiving Season!  We at SCM are thankful for you!

Gratefully,

Dennis
Ps. 91

October 23, 2007

A note from our email bag...

Dennis visited my home church, FBC Carrollton, Tx, years ago and we loved him! Just recently my 73 yr old father got a Lifeway cd from his SS teacher with short stories alternating with brief devotionals. He absolutely cackles when listening to them over and over and over! And.......my 15 yr old twins love listeing on the way to school.

I bought my Dad 3 dvd's last weekend for his birthday but he won't watch those as much as he'll enjoy cd's. my twin daughter had no idea that "Mr. Haney" was really a part of our lives when we were young! So far, that is her favorite clip.

God Bless your organization for offering good, clean humor that reminds us of "the good old days"!!!

Jan Burger

October 9, 2007

October 7, 2007

Psalm 91 Bandanas

Help us get a Psalm 91 bandana into the hands of every soldier in stationed in the Middle East region. Click here to learn how you can send a bandana to our soldiers in the Middle East.

September 26, 2007

September 2007

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September 2007


The Swan with Lloyd McKemy of The Proclaimers Quartet at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY.


The Swan with Lloyd McKemy and Tommy Watley
of The Proclaimers Quartet at the
National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY.

September 10, 2007

Dennis,

Just caught your show at Raleigh First Church and loved every minute! Voices, and memories from “the good old days” brought back to mind a simpler time of life but also the realization that someday these will be the good old days.

It is said that laughter is the best medicine, and with the amount of laughter you have given to others it is only right that the medicine is shared so we are praying that you get great news on the 18th , and continue to bring much needed laughter to many more souls for years to come.

Please add us to your email list and share your good news with us later this month so we can join you in praising God for His goodness and mercy.

Thanks for the laughs, my side still hurts!

Fellow mid 50ers

Steve & Gail Reed

August 2007

July 2007

July 2007

June 21, 2007

The season of FATHER'S DAY is here - and I want to thank all DAD's out there for your role and your responsibility you have to your family and kids!  I pray that you never grow weary in your Divine Duty as a Dad! 

I'm so thankful for my Dad, Floyd Leon Swanberg!  He has always been selfless in his love for the entire Swanberg Family!  He is my HERO! He has loved my mom as Christ has loved the Church.  And he has loved us kids with a servant style of leadership that gives us a good picture of the servanthood of Jesus Christ!  Thanks Dad, I love you!!

Enjoy our  "He Called Me Champ" DVD with your family! CLICK HERE to view video clips and to order your copy!

Lauree and I have been staying busy serving others with "The Ministry of Encouragement!"  Most recently we've been with Dr. John Hagee in San Antonio, TX encouraging his 400 men that recently completed a 12 week course in becoming a Godly Man for Christ!  It was an awesome Sunday night -- we were honored to have a part in the graduation service!
 
We also were blessed to encourage our Southern Baptist Convention in San Antonio, TX.  I spoke for the Pastor's Wives Luncheon -- a lot of fun -- Ol' Swan with 1,500 sweet ladies!  I was definitely outnumbered but we had a great time of fun and encouragement. view photos

A few weeks ago I had the wonderful opportunity to speak at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, TX (Dr. Tony Evans’ church). It was a genuine and sincere joy to speak to a predominantly African-American congregation with Dr. James Meeks, a special guest speaker from Chicago, IL. We appreciate the fine folks at Oak Cliff for having “The Swan” for three nights in a row! view photos

I get to 'bump into' soldiers at airports all the time.... most recently I went up to Sgt. Dwight Martin in DFW airport -- and said, "y'all on your way back"?  And Sgt. Martin said, "Dr. Swanberg, you've been to my church in Conroe, TX -- we have your cds and dvds -- my family loves you"!  Well, we had a neat time of fellowship right there in the midst of about 150 soldiers. I gave him a big ol' Bear Hug and told him that I would be praying for him!  We talked about his relationship with the Lord and tears came to his eyes as he stated how he has grown in Christ Jesus!  What a fine young man!  We are putting together a 'Goodie Package' for  him as he returns to Iraq!!  Hopefully, the package will catch up with him in the mail in the next week or two!  I love our soldiers!!

Every now and then I get a great SURPRISE LETTER.  I got this one from a Swan Fan down in Texas. His name is Ty!  Check this out, he even went to the extent of using “The Swan” for his school report -- and can you believe it, he got an “A” What a fine young man -- he has encouraged me!!  Thanks Ty for your kind words. view Ty's letter and report

Well, Summer is busy! The Swanberg Christian Ministries Softball team plays every night of the week. The boys are doing well and representing our ministry in a fine way. And every now and then, they let me pitch for them when I am in town! I want to say a special thank you to these young men who believe in our ministry and use softball as a way to share their abundant life in Christ. view team photos

Please continue to pray for us as we seek to encourage others.  I did a quick head count for January 2007 till now (June) and we've been able to ENCOURAGE, FACE TO FACE about 70,000 people!  Thank you for your PRAYERFUL SUPPORT as we've reached out to these folks through these 68 events!!  I just pray that we will be able to continue with the same intensity -- and we can through your prayers and support.


Blessings,

Dennis

 

June 14, 2007

Dear Dr. Swanberg,
 
My son and I had the pleasure of hearing you speak and meeting you last year when you came to our little town of Lake Jackson, Texas, for Brazosport Christian School's 25th anniversary. Ty was 13 at the time and is a major fan, so it was quite a thrill when he was able to hear you speak and meet you briefly. I want to thank you for taking the time to shake my boy's hand and snap a photo with him. He keeps that picture in his room. At the time I told you about my grandfather, Ty's great grandfather J.B. Cook, and how watching your videos really cheered and encouraged him during his treatments for cancer. You asked me to email you the story to remind you about it; but I forgot until now. At the end of the school year Ty's 8th grade Bible teacher assigned a written report about their favorite Christian leader. You guessed it; Ty chose you. With Father's Day coming up, Ty and I have decided to give a copy of the report to his grandfather "Pop Pop" as a gift. He'll be 87 years old on his next birthday and he's still got a great sense of humor! I am sending you a copy of the report, sure hope Ty got his facts right :)  By the way, he got an "A".
 
Thank you for your encouraging ministry,

Teri Williams

Click here to view Ty's report

June 14, 2007

Dennis met this fine man in the airport. He knew of Dr. Swanberg through an event at his church. He is a believer and Dr. Swanberg so enjoyed spending time with him in the airport.

June 12, 2007

Book signing with Dr. Ken Hemphill @ SBC! click here for more photos

June 12, 2007

Lauree and Dennis with friends, Fred & Leigh Lowery, Charles & Penny Lowery, Rick Lineberger and more at the SBC click here for more photos

June 4, 2007

The Swan ministered with Pastor Tony Evans and Pastor James Meeks at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, TX. CLICK HERE to view photos...

May 24, 2007

Disciple Now conference with Chad Swanberg at Gateway Baptist Church in Mansfield, TX.  CLICK HERE to view photos...

February 15, 2007

Dear Dr. Swanberg,

I was with my family at Central Baptist Church when you came to speak to our church. The night was astounding! You seem to have the best jokes, punch-lines, and funny stories a Christian comedian could have. I loved the message! I'm praying for you so that you will continue making laughs and reaching people's lives.

Thank You !

Kyle, age 11
 


KYLE,
 
THANKS FOR YOUR KIND WORDS!  I LOVED BEING WITH YOU ALL IN JONESBORO... Y'ALL WERE A TERRIFIC AUDIENCE!!  WE ALL HAD FUN DIDN'T WE!
 
I HOPE THAT YOU WILL CONTINUE TO GROW IN CHRIST.. AND REMEMBER TO KEEP A SENSE OF HUMOR - for a Merry Heart Doeth Like a Medicine!!
 
Blessings on you and your family!
 
Dennis "The Swan" Swanberg

December 18, 2006

The Swan and Friends at Trinity Baptist Church in Natchitoches, LA







December 11, 2006

December 11, 2006

November 20, 2006

DEAR FRIENDS,

How would you like to go on a Cruise to the Carribean/Bahamas?  How would you like to go with Dr. Charles Stanley and The Swan?  HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO WIN A 'F R E E ' CRUISE?????  Well, all you have to do is sign up on our website.... and we will pick a WINNER on December 24, 2006.  It will provide a cruise cabin for two and you provide your own transportation. Wow!!! Click on to our Website!!! 

How would you like to go to ALASKA on a cruise with The Swan and Dr. Charles Stanley!  Well, you got it, click on to our web site...and book it today!!!  When you book through The Swan being your tour host, you receive a SWAN DUFFEL BAG!!! 

How would you like to go to ALASKA on a cruise with Dr. John Hagee and The Swan.  Well, you got it right again, click on to our website!!! Sign up!

Have you seen our new PRODUCT CATALOGUE?  Have you seen the NEW LOOK of our Website lately?  Well, click on again to our web site and take a look at our new products!!!  Notice that we have our many products now on DVD... ol Swan is moving on up - ha! 

Have you thought about having me come to your church, business or community for a Night of Encouragement!  Just give us a call at 318 325 9044 to book me for this SPRING and SUMMER!!! I would love to encourage you and your friends!!! 

I hope that you will click on to our website at www.dennisswanberg.com and take some time to check out the entire site..... and be sure to 'click on' to our 'audio/video' clips of my routines off each dvd!!!  You will be entertained!!!

GRATEFULLY YOURS!!

Dennis

P.S.  Oh, check out our EVANGECUBES as a great 'Stocking Stuffer' for Christmas!!!

November 18, 2006

Click here to view a brochure!

November 18, 2006

Click here to book your cruise with The Swan

Click here to learn more about this cruise.

October 25, 2006

Click here to see more pics from Ft. Gordon
 

September 15, 2006

Dennis,
 

I just had to write and tell you...I am so excited I can hardly stand it! 

I was at Silver Dollar City this past weekend and saw you.  I was so amazed by the Evange Cube that I
had to purchase the large one.  As I told you, I am an Elementary Principal at a Christian School in Sherwood, AR and I speak in our weekly chapels from time to time.  This was my Friday to speak to our 3rd-6th graders.  I had assembled my EvangeCube and was eager to get to try it out.  I used it this morning and the results have been wonderful!!! The students sat there in amazement as I presented the gospel. 

As a result, I have had
9 children come by my office to be saved!!!  This is wonderful! Revival has broken out in one 4th grade class!!! I know we have been planting the seed since the first day of school, but this tool was just what we needed to help all those seeds grow in those kids hearts.  I just can't say enough how thankful I am to you for sharing about this evangelical tool in your program.  Because you followed God's leading, 9 precious souls are now going to be with us in Heaven!
 
Keep up the great job that you are doing!  Oh, and I thoroughly enjoyed your programs this past weekend.  It was such a pleasure to get to meet you in person and have my picture made with you!

In His service!
 
Alicia Gillaspie
 

September 15, 2006

The Swan and Lauree with Lloyd McKemy & Jerry Tews of the Proclaimers Quartet at the National Quartet Convention.

September 10, 2006

The Swan at Silver Dollar City

 

July 14, 2006

"What a Trip!"
Audio Update

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July 10, 2006

The Swan loves Freedom!
 
July is off to a GREAT START!  Fireworks blasting off...celebrating our Freedom...celebrating God's goodness to all of us.  Enjoy this Month!
 
I got to experience the 4th of July at home.... a first in over...I don't know how many years.  It was wonderful to be with my family.... golf...grill...goodies...and grace!  I hope that your holidays went well.
 
I'm off to Alaska with Dr. Charles Stanley.... wish you were going with me.  They are not bad!  It's around my 6th cruise to Alaska and I never tire of it.  I'm going again next year to Alaska in June with Dr. John Hagee...if you want to go next year.... contact our office....or check out  our web site  www.dennisswanberg.com as we will provide updates in the near future.  I  want you to go with us! It's gorgeous!
 
COULD YOU HELP ME?
    We are already booking 2007 as I write.  But we have many dates open.  If you would like to recommend me to your church, organization, company or community event... please feel free to do so.  Give them my web site..... and if they are serious about booking me... we can send them a PR Packet!  Your recommendation means everything - I still believe that WORD OF MOUTH is the best PR PLAN for any speaker/entertainer.
 
DID YOU ORDER OUR TWO NEW DVD'S?
 
     I was so blessed to develop "HUG YOUR MOMMA" AND "HE CALLED ME CHAMP" ON DVD.  These two dvd's are tributes to ALL MOMS and ALL DADS!!  You will love these two new products - order them today -and put them into the DVD Player and enjoy them with your ENTIRE FAMILY!!  Purchase a couple of extras to give to your CHURCH LIBRARY so that many of your church family members can be blessed as well.  OH, on each DVD you also have the PERSONAL TESTIMONY of my MOM and DAD!!!  It's an awesome addition to the DVD routine...enjoy!
 
Thanks for your Support... your Prayers!
You are Awesome!
 
Blessings and Joy!
 
 
Dennis
Gal.6:9

July 3, 2006

Thank you for all your prayers!  Believe you me, I FEEL them - I really do!  And they are making a difference.  I couldn't do without them.

May was jam packed... did 24 days in a row.... covering basically 34 cities... whew!! Yes, in 24 days.  But your prayers empowered me.  Then in June we had a stretch of 11 days in a row.  Your prayers again saw me through.  Now, July has hit... but it's ok.... I'm going CRUISING WITH DR. CHARLES STANLEY in ALASKA!  I'M gonna be 'chillin' for Jesus!  But I need your prayers... yes I do.  On those cruises... I'm working.. trying to 'encourage the saints' cause they deserve it -and - they need it!  Hebrews 10:25
 
I'm slowing down just a bit this Summer... trying to spend some time with my Family.  Trying to rest...and prepare for the Fall...because it will be busy as well.  Just check our our Calendar.

 
Pray for the Entire Swanberg Family.  Chad (our oldest - 24) has come on board at SCM as Director of Ministry Operations and Dusty is my Road Manager....and consultant (he has provided me with many stories that people love to hear - Dusty has a good sense of humor and is gracious to let me share stories as well as put stories on him- ha).  Lauree continues to hold down the Fort at the office.  And Wendy Bradshaw picks up the slack in the office fulfilling many orders as well as working with many great organizations that book me month to month.
 
Have a great Summer!  We love you guys!
 
God's Richest Blessings on you!
 
Dennis
Gal. 6:9


May 2006

Swan News - May 2006 

Ft. Gordon, GA - The Swan encourages soldiers at Ft. Gordon in Augusta, GA with an early morning breakfast. These soldiers have just returned from Iraq and or getting ready to go to Iraq or Afghanistan. Pray for our Soldiers! The Swan feels the prayers of the saints as he reaches out to our Military all across our World!  Please continue to pray for the soldiers and The Swan as we all need 'ENCOURAGEMENT'!

Click here to view more pics from my visit
with the troops at Ft. Gordon.


This is the time of the year when we reflect on the lives of our Mothers and Fathers. There's nothing more special that the time that we spend making memories with our parents. I pray that as we honor our parents on Mother's Day and Father's Day, may this be a special time for you and your family.

The old Swan has some mighty fond memories of growing-up with Pauline Bernadine and Floyd Leon. I just finished putting some of my favorite memories on two new DVDs - "He Called Me Champ" and "Hug Your Momma". Both of these were filmed on location at First Baptist Church, Lavaca, AR. Click here to learn more about these two special DVDs.

Click here to view a clip from the
 "Hug Your Momma" DVD.

Click here to order these new DVDs from our on-line store. Of course, check-out the other items in our catalog too. 


I'm currently doing a tour of the entire state of Oklahoma... Click here to find out when I'm coming to your area.

Keep praying for The Swan... I'll be praying for you!

Blessings!!

Dennis
John 10;10