Frank Moyer, Youth Minister, Robeson Evangelical Lutheran Church

Thank you so much for sharing your gift of magic with us at our annual West Berks Mission District Captive Free Weekend Retreat. Your ability to incorporate scripture passages in and around the magic tricks themselves is a very unique, effective, and meaningful ministry. Everyone I spoke to enjoyed the performance very much. God bless you and thanks again.

Rev. Susan Montgomery, Pastor, Redeemer Lutheran Church

Mesmerizing is the word for The Amazing Magi. Weaving Bible stories together with astounding magic tricks, Pastor Michael L. Reist, a.k.a. The Amazing Magi, holds his entire audience under a special spell. It doesn't matter if you are three, or thirteen, thirty-three or just a little more advanced in years - the Amazing Magi's amazing show leaves you begging for more. It's nothing short of fascinating and fun!

Carole Cyktor, Family Ministries Chairperson, Alice Focht United Methodist Church

Thank you so much for providing the entertainment for our covered dish dinner. Your "Amazing Magi" show was wondrful, funny, and very entertaining for all ages. One of our long-time members said it was so much fun that "it was his favorite event we ever had" at our church! Thanks again & we hope to be Blessed again someday by the Amazing Magi. Peace and Blessings.

Dawn Baxter, Director, West Berks Mission District

Using magic as a tool to share the Gospel story, Pastor Mike is able to reach those who might otherwise not be paying attention to the message. So many things about our faith are somewhat mysterious and often magical and by sharing his faith in this unique way, "The Amazing Magi" is able to lift up an awesome God who is truly amazing!

Andrea Cleary, The Children’s Home of Reading

"The Children's Home of Reading would like to express our appreciation to "The Amazing Magi" for sharing his time and talents to entertain the children at our annual Foster Family Christmas Party on December 18th. Young and old alike were "wowed" by the show and the children particularly enjoyed being invited to participate in the magic tricks."

Virginia Howarth, Cub Scout Pack 6

The boys loved the performance and really got a kick out of the illusions. My son was one of the participants and even though he was nervous, he really enjoyed being the center of attention…We, the parents, felt that the content of your show was perfect for the boys in our Pack. You provided things for all the age groups, from sword work, card tricks and the dove illusion…Thank you for a wonderful show, it was worth a million bucks.

Diane Rothenberger, Good Shepherd Preschool

"We were thrilled with the Amazing Magi. We have entertainment every year at our preschool family picnics. All the children, from three year olds to five year olds, remained captivated by the entertainment for the entire show - not an easy feat in an open picnic environment with young children. The parents also seemed very pleased. We had some inquiries as to where we had gotten the entertainment and wanting more information about him. Thank you very much for a wonderful show without any worries!"

Michael O'NeilL, ELCO School District

My school district recently put together a night of children's theater for the young kids in the area. The Amazing Magi joined the production and supplied magic for the astonished kids. He put on a great performance and had many of the kids on stage to help him with his tricks. The interactive magic coupled with the storytelling with each trick helped make the entire night a success.

Andrea Hunter, Children's Librarian, West Lawn/Wyomissing Hills Library

Although he convinced even our youngest patrons that books were the greatest treasure, Michael Reist, The Amazing Magi, proved to be a treasure himself. In his magic program, entitled "Reading is Fun-Damental," Michael welcomed silliness and encouraged curiosity in his audience. The children left the library in a literary induced spell!!

Susan Kappenstein, Director of Volunteer Services, St. Joseph's Medical Center

Many thanks to the Amazing Magi for joining us as part of our Children's Health and Safety Expo at St. Joseph Medical Center in May of 2008. The illusions and magic feats generated plenty of ooohs and aaahs from kids of all ages. The Amazing Magi was able to draw the audience in, using lots of audience participation from the youngsters, weaving stories that made the magic seem entirely plausible. Thank you again, for you truly are an Amazing Magi. I look forward to working with you again in the future to infuse a little magic into the lives we touch here at St. Joseph Medical Center.

Lois Sterling, Diakon Social Services

"I sincerely thank you for a wonderfully uplifting program the other night for our volunteers. They are such wonderful folks and you truly affirmed that with your "magical message". You have a special gift…..thank you for sharing it. When you think about it I think we can all be magical in how we serve our Heavenly Father. Thank you so much, again."

Jen Addy, Mother of Child

I wanted to tell you how much of a quality show you put on for the kids (and adults to) at Shane's birthday party. We all enjoyed it! So many parents told me their kids had such a wonderful time because of your magic show! You were fantastic with the kids and the tricks you chose to do in the show were perfect! I think the rabbit trick was the favorite of the show! I liked the egg trick myself. The saying a picture is worth a thousand words is so true. I wish everyone could have seen the look of pure amazement and wonder on my son's face at your magic show. His 8th birthday party will be a memorable one all because of the "Amazing Magi"! I would recommend you to anyone and I already have because so many people have asked. Dear Mike, Thanks so much for coming to Samantha's 7th birthday party! You were absolutely terrific and the kids are still talking about you and your magic! You were definitely the highlight of the afternoon!!!

Martha Silverman, Grandmother

Dear Mike, Thanks so much for coming to Samantha's 7th birthday party! You were absolutely terrific and the kids are still talking about you and your magic! You were definitely the highlight of the afternoon!!!