A sampling of subjects for conference keynotes or special services

Taking up the Torch, Fallen from the Hands of the Columbine Martyrs:
Inspirational school assemblies and civic meetings.

Virtually Stunned-Silent Student Audiences
Dr. Porter’s school assemblies are highly impacting. He tells stories of courageous students who died or were wounded at Columbine High School massacre. One can hardly see a dry eye in the assembly. He challenges students to rise to the higher call of integrity, character and compassion in their lives by serving others.“I stand among the giants of the land…” he often tells students; “Each of you represent virtually unlimited potential for greatness in this world!  What will be YOUR legacy?  Will you rise to the call, or waste the gift that is you and thereby rob the world of what you can contribute?”

Bruce tells amazing and untold stories of Columbine, including the amazing story of Rachel Joy Scott, who at seventeen, died in a hail of bullets after being a bright light of kindness and compassion, even to her killers. Her story, along with the amazing journal entries she left behind, has inspired thousands of students to be lights in their schools as they glimpse a greater vision for themselves, their fellow students and the love that God has for them. Standing ovations from tearful students and teachers bring home the impact and lasting value of Bruce's assemblies. Many reports come in from teachers and administrators afterward of a new spirit and enthusiasm among the student bodies!

Finding Victory after 9/11:
The ability to bounce back when life lets you fall down hard.

Into each life, some rain will fall... While it is true that problems and tragedies come to each person, they are NOT the final word! Jesus is the Alpha and the Omega!.. The Beginning and the End! Sharing personal experiences, Bruce imparts principles that will put tools into the "toolbox of life," enabling people to bounce back and step into even greater realms of passion for life and effectiveness. Although a person may experience disappointment, failure, or devastating disasters, there is yet another new day, another dawn coming that gives hope for new opportunity and possibility. There is no good reason why anyone should "pop the cork on the self-pity bottle" and stay "under the circumstances!"

Standing with Israel :
Keeping faith with the Jewish people to live securely within their historical homeland.

Presenting a powerful, compelling and thought-provoking program that will bring clarity and historical perspective to the Middle East conflict, Bruce speaks from experience, having traveling throughout Israel over the past twenty-five years, and lived briefly with his family in Jerusalem while studying Hebrew. He presents a scholarly, biblical, and well-documented case for the right of the Jewish people to live in peace and security in their historical and biblical homeland.

Never one to stand on the fence, he exposes the true evil agenda of radical Islam, and their fanatical goal of destroying the Jewish state and slaughtering the Jewish people. As one who has seen up close and personal the effect of Islamic terrorism against innocent men, women and children not only in Israel, but also in New York after 9/11, he shares a unique perspective that will bring audiences to greater clarity about the Middle East..Controversial? Without a doubt, but never with an aim to stir up more hatred in an already hate-filled world. Rather, Bruce motivates the audience to pro-active action and to prayer for the peace of Jerusalem.

The Awesome Power of Volunteerism:
How to unleash your talents and gifts.

Are you simply giving to live, or living to give? This program inspires audiences to a paradigm that life is an incredibly valuable gift to each person, and true joy comes only when we "live to give" instead of merely giving what we have to in order to merely live. Bruce shares scriptural secrets of true success, and of people who live for God in such a way that the world could never repay them for the value they bring to everyone around them. This program is perfect for boosting the morale of people serving in non-profit organizations, and can be tailored as a keynote address at an awards banquet or convention. People are energized and motivated as they hear the many stories of Christian volunteer heroes, and the impact they are making in their world.
 

Responders in an Age of Terror:
Aggressive compassion that stares down fear.

 This is a powerful message directed toward responding agencies such as fire departments, emergency medical, police and disaster response agencies. Sharing his experiences as a volunteer firefighter Chaplain, responder at ground zero after the World Trade Center attack on 9-11, the crash of American Airlines flight 587 in New York two months after the collapse of the World Trade Towers, and numerous other crisis events, Bruce presents a Christ-honoring and powerfully motivating message to responders. The civilian population has little awareness of the unique stresses encountered by first responders, but Bruce speaks as an insider with a powerful message of encouragement, invigorating morale and motivation, and spotlighting the value and honor that only those who serve can fully understand. This is a perfect message for graduation exercises, promotions, and significant anniversaries within departments when "the brethren" remember fallen comrades, and wish to honor their memory and family members.