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People don't want to be talked at, but rather want to draw their own conclusions from entertaining productions.

Valdivieso, performing artist ""Theatrical production is the perfect opportunity to show Christian truths modeled in everyday life. This book combines love of Jesus and love of performing arts together. I wholeheartedly endorse this book because it models theater as Christian outreach."" -Teresa Flowers, author of How to Have an Attitude of Gratitude on the Night Shift ""I recommend this book because it explains how Christian theater brings people to Jesus. If they are reluctant to step back into a church community, Christian theater is the perfect parable to bridge the gap. I highly recommend the reading and use of Berkeley Street Theatre for those interested in history, thoughtful and creative outreach, and practical, hands-on information."" -Aida Besancon Spencer, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary author of God through the Looking Glass: Glimpses from the Arts ""Many people have had negative church experiences but still want to know more about God.

""Berkeley Street Theatre is a call for Christians to use theater to attract and convict seekers. The photos of BST's Sproul Plaza performances will charm all readers. It is a resource work for anyone interested in religious history, Christian theater and the arts, and in how baby boomers embraced the Jesus Movement. This book will appeal to the baby boom generation as well as millennials. William David Spencer's afterword details the cultural contributions of the Jesus movement.

Part Two of this work outlines Christian Guerilla theater following the timeline of BST with contributing chapters from: JMD Myers, Joanne Petronella, Jozy Pollock, Olga Soler, and Sheri Pedigo. Gill, former CWLF leader, scholar, and author, contributing chapters from BST's members: Gene Burkett, Charlie Lehman, Susan Dockery Andrews, Father James Bernstein, and Jeanne DeFazio, editor of the book. Reverend Billy Graham sponsored the CWLF outreach and referred to CWLF as a highly effective outreach to the counterculture. Founded by Jack Sparks, CWLF was featured in the June 1971 Time Magazine's epic ""Jesus Revolution"" edition. Berkeley Street Theatre chronicles Christian World Liberation Front's 1969-1975 ministry to the counterculture.