Linda Newton was the featured speaker at our annual retreat this year at Mt Hermon, CA. Her warm southern charm, quick wit, and obvious love for Jesus infused all our hearts with the truth of God’s Word and love. Her messages cut through the boulders of hurt, loss, grief and heartaches of the past to reveal the treasured possessions of who we are in Christ. Every woman there took some “gem” or “nugget” with them as they left refreshed, renewed, and deeply loved. We enjoyed having her and hope to have her back! Tricia Christenson, Venture Christian Church, Chip Ingram, Pastor
Linda spoke to a group of pastors' wives I was part of and did an amazing job. She was relevant, humorous, challenging and "one of us". Her presentation style was very down to earth and we were able to relate to her in a personal way. I would highly recommend her for any ladies or pastors' wives event!
Cindy Talley
Pastor’s Wives Gathering
National Convention of the Church of God
Anderson, IndianaWe were privileged to have Linda speak at our recent one-day conference on how to “Shine Where You Are.” Linda’s wisdom is profound, seasoned with the perfect dose of humor. She really connected with the mature Christians, baby Christians, and those not yet Christian. All of the ladies felt loved and encouraged by the end of the day. We would welcome Linda back to speak to us any time.
Melissa Westcoat
First Baptist Hanford
Hanford, CA
Our women's group had the privilege of having Linda Newton share her “Joy for the Journey” topic at our spring convention. Linda's words of comfort and encouragement carried a weight of authority, which can come only from one who speaks from the depth of her own experience. The transparency with which she recounts her own trials, gave us courage persevere through our own stormy times to victory in Christ.
Gloria Dyer, Christian Women Connection
"It has been our pleasure to have Linda Newton speak to us on more than one occasion, and she has blessed us abundantly. Her warmth and character and her ability to share her life experiences in a vulnerable way allows her to connect with her and minister women in her culture. Through her speaking, I have seen the Holy Spirit change lives." Cheryl Johnston, Northside Christian Church, Fresno, CA
"Linda's words were a breath of fresh air to our group. It was God's timing that she came when she did. She showed us how to feel God's love, receive His call, and move into action to reach lost souls for His kingdom."
Virgie Bok, YWAM, Olongapo, Philippines
“After hearing Linda Newton's testimony at our women's retreat,I gave my heart to the Lord. Her words were genuine and inspiriational. I came back this year for more; I just can't get enough!"
Valerie Rios, Gateway Community Church, Merced, CA
Linda Newton has inspired us a women's events, men's retreats, and couples' gatherings and she has always delivered beyond our expectations. She has a gift of being able to engage and exhort women without being offensive, and to challenge and stretch men without being a threat. She manages to be entertaining as well as profound.
Pastor Bruce Steffensen, Portland, Oregon
"We had the honor of having Linda Newton as a keynote speaker for several of our retreats. She is an exceptional communicator and gifted Bible teacher. Her dynamic delivery, coupled with charming humor, put the listener at ease and allowed real "gut level" change to take place. It is a privilege to sit under her teaching."
Pam Jenkins, Evangelical Free Church, Groveland, CA
Linda Newton: PRESS
Linda Newton spoke to our women at our spring retreat with wisdom and compassion, sprinkled with humor. Her content was full of spiritual depth: relevant, challenging and genuine to the women. She gave heartfelt testimonies that not only revealed how God worked out His will in her life, but also provided practical applications for us to walk away with from our weekend spent together. Emily Head, Women's Ministries, Canyon Creek Church
I have had the privilege of having Linda Newton join our ministry team many times over the past ten years here at Sugar Pine Christian Camps. Linda has been our key-note speaker for women’s retreats several times, has led seminars for women, and has spoken to our summer staff teams on understanding and serving with their individual personality type. We always look forward to having her join us!
Linda Newton is one of those speakers who people bring their friends along to hear. She has a real gift for presenting solid, Christ-centered speaking in a very attractive manner. Whether listeners are church-goers, or still figuring out who God is, Linda has a way of meeting them where they live.
Linda has a remarkable way of looking people in the eye as she speaks. She draws people in with her southern humor, her real-life stories, and her willingness to share openly from her own relationship with God. This openness continues as she steps off the stage, and many women at Sugar Pine have benefitted from conversations with Linda after a talk.
In a world where speakers are often viewed as perfect people, or somehow above the rest of us, Linda shares how God became real to her in the midst of very rough growing-up years, and how she still continues to grow and be challenged in her relationship with God on a daily basis. This ability to speak as “one of us,” is definitely something that sets Linda apart.
I have no hesitations at all in recommending that you consider having Linda Newton be a part of your ministry event. We have never had anything but positive feedback regarding Linda from both our guests and our staff. Bob Heidebrecht, Program Director, Sugar Pine Christian Camps