To book a show, call Donald in Victoria at 250-727-6505.
 
 
Donald Dunphy's Church Shows
 
Laughter-packed, Amazing Entertainment for
Children’s Audiences & Family Audiences!
 

In Donald's shows, not only is the magic AMAZING, so are the balloon creations, like this bicycle.  Christian Magic Show / Christian Illusion Show by Victoria Magician & Illusionist Donald Dunphy.  Photo credit - Rob Brown.  This image is (c) copyright www.DonaldDunphy.com

In Donald's shows, not only is the magic AMAZING,
so are the balloon creations, like this bicycle!
 
 
...Most impressive was the way Donald and the children connected with one another...”
- Dr. Kent Cotton, Director of Family and Children’s Ministry, Lambrick Park Church, Victoria, BC
 
 

For church customers, I offer a variety of Gospel-message Shows and also For-Fun Shows (Gospel Shows are also "fun", but they have a message as well as entertainment).  Churches have had my shows for events like special church services, Sunday School events, children’s ministry events, VBS (Vacation Bible School), church family dinners, outreach events, church camps, and more.

 

Some people don’t really understand what Gospel Magic is.  Simply put, Gospel Magic is sleight of hand magic tricks and stage illusions that are used effectively to illustrate Biblical truths.  I make it clear there are no supernatural powers involved in what I do – just sleight of hand magic tricks, stage illusions, audience participation, clean comedy, storytelling, mystery, surprise, and fun.  The show content and messages have been carefully chosen to create the most impact, based on my background as both a performer and as a Bible College student (Prairie Bible College).   Also, I’ve been a member of Lambrick Park Church for about 20 years.
 
In 1994, I wrote a book titled, "The Bible, Christianity, and Magic: Two Essays".  This 35-page book talks about the difference between magic entertainment that is performed nowadays, and the occultic magic which is condemned in the Bible, with an in-depth word study.  Magic entertainment isn't really mentioned in the Bible.  Copies of the book are still available from me.

 

Note – Even though I am a Christian, I only perform Gospel-message Shows when requested by the church customer.  For all of my other customers, my shows are For-Fun Magic Shows (non-message). 

 
Phone me today at 250-727-6505 - Victoria, British Columbia - to discuss full information, including availability, show options, and rates.  The best way for me to help you out is for us to have a conversation on the phone.
 
 
Testimony for Donald Dunphy's Church Shows
 
 
“...It was a fun night with an excellent gospel theme.  People are asking when we will repeat....”

I want to thank you for your presentation on New Year's Eve. You contributed to the night being a great success.  The children thought it was tremendous and the adults gave the presentation a thumbs up. The style and content was great, great showmanship, magic and humour and the audience participation was super.  It was a fun night with an excellent gospel theme.  People are asking when we will repeat.  I would certainly give my recommendation to any organization interested in your presentation.  Thanks again for a great night.”

- Bob Seymour, Executive Pastor, Royal City Community Church, New Westminster, BC
 
  
“...an excellent presentation of the gospel message...”

It was a pleasure working with Donald Dunphy from the initial contact to the last. Not only was it a pleasure, but it was easy. All the planning went smoothly and everything was clearly outlined.  Donald performed for the closing celebration of our Upward Basketball and Cheerleading league. Within his performance he incorporated an excellent presentation of the gospel message. Audience participation was good and everyone enjoyed Donald, from the children in attendance to the seniors. I was very impressed on how engaged the entire audience was with the show.  Feedback about the presentation from several in attendance has been positive and we will no doubt consider having Donald return for future events at our church.” 

- Randy Sarju, League Director - Upward Basketball & Cheerleading League, Coquitlam Alliance Church, Coquitlam, BC

 
 
“...a classy performer, well received and clearly communicated the 'good news' to kids and their parents...”
“Donald Dunphy came and performed for our Sunday School Kickoff Event.  We are a small church but we had 45 kids and parents came out for the kickoff.  One quarter of the kids and parents were totally unchurched folks.  I heard lots of great comments from churched and unchurched families alike after the performance.  Donald went 'above and beyond' for us – giving us an extended show free of cost as well as some balloon animals for the kids.  Donald was a classy performer, well received and clearly communicated the 'good news' to kids and their parents.   I heartily recommend Donald Dunphy for your next event or service.”
- Pastor Darin Phillips, Oceanview Community Church, Ladysmith, BC
 
 
“...Everyone was enthusiastic after seeing the event...”
“Richmond Pentecostal Church hosted Mr. Dunphy as a part of our Fall Community Block Party.  This was an outreach event, and the building was packed with neighbourhood people wanting to see the illusions.  I so appreciated Mr. Dunphy's sensitivity to the subject of Christians and 'magic' - a word that, as he makes clear, means something entirely different today than it did in Biblical times.  Everyone was enthusiastic after seeing the event.  One individual even stated that he had had reservations prior to the event, but had wholly changed his mind by the end.  We had between 14 and 20 people accept Christ (children and adults), gave out perhaps a dozen Bibles, and a half dozen or more new believer DVD videos.  I would be happy to have Mr. Dunphy again.”
- (Pastor) Dr. C.A. Coats, Richmond Pentecostal Church, Richmond, BC 
 
 
“...warm, thoughtful and positive, something that was well received...”
“Thank you for joining us on September 11th for our 'Welcome Home Hoe Down'.  Our families found your presentation both encouraging and entertaining.  Each year, our Welcome Home event is designed to help people feel at 'home' in our church and for guests to consider how they might find a 'home' with us.  Your presentation was warm, thoughtful and positive, something that was well received and met our expectations.  From that day, we have had the opportunity to welcome two new families into our gathering.  Thank you for being a part of our special ministry initiative weekend.”
- Pastor Jerrod Paetkau, Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church, Parksville, BC
 
 
“...riveted everyone’s attention…”
“Your very entertaining presentation of the Gospel through illusion was much appreciated by the young and old alike.  The timely interjection of humour and audience engagement riveted everyone’s attention on the ‘message’ you were presenting – which, in this case, was a very clear presentation of the Person of Jesus Christ.  We were impressed with the ease and yet, the energy you demonstrated during your presentation.  Thank you for your careful attention to the sensibilities surrounding magic and its appropriate usage in presenting Christ – but you did so in a very professional and caring way.  Everyone I approached gave testimony that they thoroughly enjoyed the whole morning, and were pleased to be a part of that service.”
- Pastor Keith Johnson, Sooke Pentecostal Church, Sooke, BC
 

“…responded efficiently attending to all the details…”
“We appreciate the quick response you gave to our invitation.  Even though we contacted you only two weeks prior to our invitation, you responded efficiently attending to all the details.  We really appreciated that you were able to incorporate our theme ‘Imagine’ into your presentation and you also brought the message clear to the children.  You were very sensitive to your audience and gave the children the opportunity to receive the Gospel in a creative way.  In addition, I really appreciated the balloon prizes you gave away.  The children felt so special.”
- Luz Figueroa, Children’s and Family Ministries Director, First Baptist Church, Vancouver, BC
 

“…incorporated biblical messages into his act of illusion….”
“Donald Dunphy has entertained children and families numerous times at Lambrick Park Church.  Donald is well organized and easy to work with in setting up a show.  His shows flow well and are very entertaining for all ages.  Most impressive was the way Donald and the children connected with one another, the way Donald encouraged children to participate in the show, and the way Donald incorporated biblical messages into his act of illusion.  I look forward to having Donald share his gifts with our families in the future.”
- Dr. Kent Cotton, Director of Family and Children’s Ministry, Lambrick Park Church, Victoria, BC
 
 
“…a high quality entertainer…”
“I am happy to give my recommendation to Donald Dunphy.  In addition to our usual preschool and elementary students we were pleased to invite parents to join us for this special event.  I found Donald Dunphy to be very professional throughout the whole process.  When making initial inquiries Donald was approachable and happy to answer any questions I might have.  His website was informative and he had a variety of shows available.  After we booked our show Donald kept the lines of communication open, asking questions and working with us to create just the type of evening that we were looking for.  On the day Donald arrived on time, set up independently and put on a show that delighted everyone.  He did a great job.  The kids loved it and the ‘big kids’ did too.  It went well and was fun.  Donald is a high quality entertainer who helped to make our evening memorable.”
- Sarah-Jayne Wallman, Children’s Ministry Director, Glad Tidings Church, Victoria, BC
 

“…look forward to working with you again…”
“Your entertaining presentation of the gospel through illusion was well received and enjoyed by all who attended, children and adults alike.  Your use of humor and the energy you possess delighted us.  I must also compliment you on your professionalism and how easy it is to work with you.  You were very accommodating and we look forward to working with you again in the future.”
- Heather Ney, Moderator, Comox Community Baptist Church, Comox, BC
 
 
Original reference letters are on file.  More references are available, too. 
 
  
Phone me today at 250-727-6505 - Victoria, British Columbia - to discuss full information, including availability, show options, and rates.
 
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