“With a gracious spirit, Dan is thoughtful, reflective and analytical in both the theory and practice of parish ministry.  He applies theological and biblical concepts to public events and interpersonal relationships.  He is a good model of an integrated person. Creativity is a core responsibility for Dan as he works with a paid staff and many volunteers in liturgy, theatre, visual arts, music and other areas. He is broadly familiar with his field, highly respected in the arts community of the Twin Cities and professionally competent as a musician, pastor and leader. He has assembled and leads a team of highly creative artists in shaping the public ministry of the church. He not only thinks and creates well but is disciplined, organized and deals well with people.  He is a strong manager as well as a good person.”

Leith Anderson
Sr. Pastor, Wooddale Church
President, National Association of Evangelicals

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“I've worked with church leaders for a long time.  Only a small percentage have both the knowledge and wiring to move the church forward in the 21st century.  Dan is one of those - the kind of leader author Daniel Pink describes in A Whole New Mind.  His grasp on theology, ecclesiology, and missiology is stunning.  He is also a passionate student of church history.  Combine that solid foundation with a humble, intuitive, and radically collaborative leadership style, and you get transformation.  Holy fireworks.  I don't know where Dan is headed next, but I want a front row seat.”

Sally Morgenthaler
Worship Evangelism and The Emergent Manifesto of Hope

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“Dan has a gifted ability to perceptively analyze the complex factors that impact a ministry context and inform ministry directions. With a strong appreciation for collaborative ministry, he frames his response to ministry opportunities with theological integrity, while drawing from his excellent biblical skills. Passionate about the church and with a persuasive vision as to what it can become, Dan’s wisdom and servant leadership are sure to make a critical contribution to the Christian community.”

John R. Hull
Associate Director and Co-Theological Mentor (D.Min.)
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Practical Theology
Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA

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“I have known Dan Collison for seven years, working with him in the area of worship arts at Wooddale Church. I have always been awed by his musical proficiency and his sincere drive to grow God’s kingdom. He has demonstrated a unique ability to manage large projects and oversee complex ministries. More important, he has helped develop people in their God-given gifts and Christian lives. By his example I have been challenged, inspired, and grown. Dan is accomplished in creating a nuanced worship environment. He is thoughtful in discourse, gentle in his interpersonal encounters, and-- above all--a servant-leader who is ‘in the trenches’ with fellow believers while extending a hand to people who have not yet experienced faith in Jesus. He is the kind of pastor called for in the 21st Century church.”

Shelly Barsuhn
Partner in BARSUHN, a Minneapolis strategic communications firm, volunteer, and author of Slice of Life Worship Dramas (Volumes 1 & 2) published by Abingdon Press.

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“People like Dan Collison come around only once in a lifetime. Dan’s nickname is “Git ‘r Done Dan.” He possesses the discipline and focus to accomplish voluminous amounts of work and balance astoundingly complex systems and tasks. His nickname fits. Amazingly, though, Dan never loses sight of the reason at the heart of what he does, nor does he forget that his core task is to communicate God’s Word in fresh ways that connect with people and change lives. He has the heart of a pastor, the mind of a theologian and the servant attitude of a great leader.”

Rob O’Neal
Sr. Pastor, Brookwood Community Church
Shakopee, MN