OFFICIALS IN Milton Keynes asked the Jesus Army if they could be in the city centre over the Christmas period.

The church had been making friends with teenagers in the city and the council wanted help in creating a friendlier and safer environment for the festive season. They reserved a space for the church’s campaign bus and even promised bouncers to stand on the bus doors.

Christians mingled with the locals and offered friendly conversation and prayer. Even the tough-nosed doormen were impressed.

One said "Being with these guys has totally changed my opinion of ‘bible bashers’."

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