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Revival 250: Igniting the Next Great American AwakeningNorth Florida is being called as the epicenter for a historic spiritual outpouring. On May 3, 2026, Revival 250 will converge thousands—projected at over 250,000 attendees in person, with global live-streaming—to mark America’s 250th anniversary of independence with a bold cry for the next Great Awakening. This is … Read more
December 8, 2025 Tampa, FL – Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving was baptized yesterday at Made New Church in Tampa prior to the team’s game against the New Orleans Saints. Surrounded by teammates, coaches, and the church congregation, Irving shared a powerful testimony of how a difficult season of shoulder and foot injuries … Read more
Twelve-time Olympic medalist and one of the most decorated swimmers in history, Ryan Lochte, has publicly declared that he has rededicated his life to Jesus Christ and was baptized this week. In an emotional social media post accompanied by a photo of the baptism, the 41-year-old American swimming legend wrote: “I have learned that the … Read more
A Splash of Eternal Joy: 93-Year-Old Ruth Starkey’s Backyard Baptism Welcome to The John the Baptist Blvd., where we celebrate the roads less traveled on the journey to faith—reminding us that the path to Jesus is always open, no matter your age, stage, or story. Today, we’re sharing an extraordinary tale from Hixson, Tennessee, that … Read more
In the wake of the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk on September 11, 2025, something remarkable has stirred the soul of our nation. Far from despair, his unwavering passion for truth, freedom, and faith has ignited a fire in hearts across the United States. Churches are overflowing, revival meetings are multiplying, and baptisms are surging … Read more
John the Baptist Blvd mourns the passing of a spiritual giant, Jimmy Swaggart, whose fiery preaching, soul-stirring music, and anointed teaching touched millions. “Jimmy Swaggart was a preacher who shook the heavens, a teacher who unveiled God’s truth, and a songwriter who sang the heart of the Gospel,” says John Arwood, founder of John the … Read more
Jacksonville, FL – May 19, 2025 – On Sunday, May 18, 2025, the shores of Jacksonville Beach, nestled between the St. Johns River and the St. Marys River, became a sacred space as 1,958 individuals publicly proclaimed their faith in Jesus Christ through baptism at The Church of Eleven22’s Beach Baptism 2025. This record-breaking event, … Read more
Phoenix, AZ – April 25, 2025 – John the Baptist Blvd, a ministry dedicated to sharing the transformative love of Jesus Christ, is humbled to announce a powerful moment of redemption: Sammy “The Bull” Gravano, former Gambino underboss, has been baptized, marking a profound turning point in his journey of faith. This sacred event, captured … Read more
John Baptist Blvd – On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, Lola Sheen, the youngest daughter of actors Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards, opened up about a significant personal milestone and her journey through depression leading up to it. At 19 years old, Lola reflected on her struggles with depression as she announced her baptism which took … Read more
[John The Baptist Blvd, New York] – January 16, 2025 – In a heartfelt moment of faith, Academy Award-winning actor Denzel Washington was baptized on December 21, 2024, at the Kelly Temple Church of God in Christ in Harlem, New York. This significant event was celebrated by the Christian community and reported by several Christian … Read more