Lance describes the experience with Bruce Barry at the end of Phase 1 at The Presbyterian Church of Stanley
"...I can confidently say all of the expectations were exceeded...Bruce took it from nice to WOW!"
Lance, Director of Support Ministries
The Presbyterian Church of Stanley
January 26th, 2013
"It gives us a place to teach and make a lasting impression..."
Steve Bradley - Pastor at StoneBridge Church, TX
StoneBridge Church, TX
"Bruce is so enthusiastic about making environments for children to come into and be wowed!.... At first when I saw the maquette model, I thought there was no way we're going to put that in a building!"
Mindy Boysaw - Director of Childrens Ministry
StoneBridge Church, TX
January 21th, 2013
"He [Bruce Barry] is always thinking about how to make things better...which is Awesome!"
Becky Canterbury - Family Life Minister
StoneBridge Church, TX
January 21th, 2013
"I just wanted to express how amazing you guys are. My wife is the nursery director at Crossroads (Odessa, TX) and this past Sunday I was waiting for services to start and looking at your craftsmanship - I am a perfectionist (and part time artist) and I was amazed at the detail you put into your characters (and the shadowing - wow). The installation was also first class. Great job!"
Todd Mitchell - Crossroads Fellowship, Texas
Lance describes the experience with Bruce Barry during the preliminary stages of development.
"...A great investment, I'm so glad he was able to come up. He gave us a lot of ideas for designing the facility that go beyond the aesthetics of it."
Lance, Director of Support Ministries
The Presbyterian Church of Stanley
January 14th, 2013
"Bruce Barry's art is fabulous and we will recommend Wacky World Studios to anyone!!"
Terry Thompson, Children's Pastor
Word of Life, Canada
"18 months of wonderful collaboration with great creative people who wanted the best for our church. Grand Opening of Kid City was a great momentum builder for congregation and a strong outreach to our community. Worship attendance is up, parents and kids are excited and our programs are growing. We started three new departments in our preschool ministry and we are filling up our elementary large group rooms."
Jerry Wilkinson, Associate Pastor
Casas Church, AZ
March 18th, 2011
Calvary Pentecostal, Canada
March 18th, 2011
...Ooo.....Ah!! Wow!!! Amazing! Awesome! Cool....Nice....Sweeeeet!
......Just a few of the comments I'm hearing from staff and kids who have previewed our new entry and preschool areas. Your team was fantastic. The look and feel is so much more than we imagined. I am so glad we choose Wacky World and Wacky World chose to do their magic for us.
I couldn't let this week close without taking time to express my personal gratitude and joy. The color, creativity, warmth and image of family echos through the halls. Thank you for capturing our dream and making our place a wonderland for little ones.
Know how grateful I am to God for a team of people who have chosen to specialize in serving Christ and his church through creative gifts....and your friendship and encouragement is a gift to my life. "....let the children come to Jesus, for of such is the kingdom of heaven." Thank you!
Follow up email:
WE had an incredible day yesterday! Everything worked like the planned opening of a new building right down to the cold cups of lemonade. The faces, the comments, the families, the smiles, the joy...it was just wonderful.
I went down following the last Service to see and greet parents. Met 3 new families in a matter of 5 min....and just didn't have enough hands to meet and greet more. Everyone, everyone young, old alike asked...Who did this? And we said over and over....Wacky World....sounded like a chant W-A-C-K-Y W-O-R-L-D.
You guys are joy-peddlers! I love it and have grown to love and appreciate all of you.
I will follow up with photos but want you to know one special story....just a little over an hour ago I walked through the area with one of our best families. A Physician and wife who have 4 kids ranging from Elementary to Freshman in College. But there is more. Saturday they returned home from China with a beautiful new 2yr old girl. Their daughter. As I took these dear and precious members of our church down to "see what happened while they were gone" they could not believe their eyes and we watched little "Kari" point and smile as she saw the kids and animals on the walls.
In particular she squealed to see the balloons in the City Park. She has in been in the US less than 48 hours...knows no English but her face and response said, Wacky World understands the universal language of love through the images and expressions presented in their work. WOW!!!!! I was moved to tears and told them we did all of this for Kari's homecoming!
It's been a great few days. Thank you for adding such value to our lives and ministry.
Blessings to you and prayer for encouragement, perseverance and peace.
With a grateful heart.
Pastor David McKinley, Senior Pastor
Warren Baptist Church, GA
Darlene Long
Church of the Foothills
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WW Studios has created an unforgettable environment for our children and their families! It is so fun to hear children refer to our classrooms by the themed entryways, like "Creation Cave," instead of simply, "the art room." It is evident that their experiences here at KCBT are ones they will not forget. We KNOW Wacky World's contributions to our new facility are invaluable.
Kansas City Baptist Temple
Summer Montgomery
Children's Ministry Director
"Everyone is so amazed around here. We had sixty moms here this morning with a million kids and everyone but three are from the community. They can't believe how incredible everything looks! Our Sunday attendance seems to be holding steady at 50% growth from the last two Sundays since the Grand Opening, so that's awesome!"
Carolyn Burge
Calvary Assembly, Ontario, Canada
When we started out on our first project, we had no idea how much fun we'd have working with the Wacky World staff! They are professional and personable at the same time, carrying out the demands set before them with a "can-do" attitude and understanding the culture, policies and procedures unique to churches. They were careful not to create cookie cutter designs but instead gave thoughtful consideration to designs that reflected the spirit of our church and especially of our children's ministry. Even years later, the materials and set construction have held up beautifully and families continue to enjoy every area that Wacky World designed.
Leon Sandberg
The City Church
We love our murals. The children are so excited when they go down the hallways. The banners over the doors are wonderful. Our preschoolers know their rooms by the animals above the doors; it's really neat to them. Everyone that comes to look at our facilities is so impressed by the bright colors, and drawings. I always give you high marks. The team that came in to do the job was wonderful; so pleasant to be around. You are the best. I wouldn't recommend anyone else. Just know we love the work your company did for us!
Susan McClanahan
Immanuel Baptist Church
The experience of working with Wacky World Studios was a great one. The installation went smoothly and the finished product still has people remarking years later.The opening day of KidZone, an 8 year old boy, Ian, said the following during group prayer time, "Lord, I can't think of many days that get better than this!" (Take away: The kids realized how much they needed a place to call their own; a place to worship in their heart language; a place to worship and learn that is fun and safe.) Parents and children are feeling comfortable inviting their friends to KidZone because they know it is about serving children and their families with excellence! KidZone is a huge WOW at Prince of Peace! Adults and children are immediately excited when they exit the elevators and see the entrance to KidZone! KidZone has blessed us with the opportunity to not only reach children for Christ, but their entire family!
Krista Elmer
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church & Christian School
I believe people really enjoy the themes of the rooms and how they all tie in to the central look of Kidslife. The combination of 2D and 3D animation brings everything to life. The atmospheres make it so much easier for kids to connect and feel engaged. Overall, I feel it was quality work and the children loved all of the different settings and still comment on how cool the different rooms are.
Craig Johnson
Lakewood Church
Wacky World was one of the easiest sub-contractors we have ever worked with. They were very timely and very cost-effective to the estimate given prior to the install. People are still ranting and raving about the beautiful artwork on our large, two-story preschool ministry building.
Don Bowman
Grove City Nazarene
Having Wacky World Studios design and create a new environment for us was an exciting adventure. It was amazing to see our ideas turned into drawings, and then to see them come alive down the hallways, and in our rooms. WWS continuously worked with us to make sure that we were completely satisfied, and children were in awe of the transformation. It is so wonderful to have a place were kids are excited about coming to church, and as they enter our buildings their eyes light up. Thank you Wacky World for partnering with us to make church fun.
Stephanie Diaz
Cornerstone
It has created an atmosphere where children feel welcome and they enjoy coming to church. Working with Bruce and his entire staff was a wonderful experience. I would recommend him to anyone, and have on many occasions. Thank you again for helping us make children excited about being at church where we can take what is relevant and teach what is timeless.
Marsha McGehee
Frazer Memorial
Wacky World was a joy to work with. While we were initially attracted to their creativity and innovation, their professionalism and concern for the over-all project and ultimately the children matched their creativity.
Linda Hilliard
Christ Fellowship
An incredible team of conscientious, talented, hard-working and hilarious people! We had a blast working with the installers and with Bruce Barry, a creative genius! The look on the faces of our kids and families when they saw the completed space was priceless! The impression..."They really do care about their children at that church they care enough to have the best!" I'd recommend this company to anyone who is seriously wanting a children's space that young and old alike will love!
Brenda Russell
Dunwoody Baptist Church
It was a wonderful experience working with Wacky World. From the first phone call to Karen to the final installation. It was done very professionally, with no delays and right on schedule. Bruce worked over and over with me to help me stay within our budget without compromising the outcome which was "Wow,"-Beautiful. The colors are beautiful but not harsh or blinding on the eyes. The new enviroment has helped parents understand the importance we place on children and their family. Many families have joined with lots of children coming too. They were drawn because their children just light up as they walk the halls or play in the playroom. Bruce & all the staff were great to work with. The installers & artist came in and adjusted their schedule so we were able to continue preschool programs during the week and church on Wednesday night. This meant they altered their schedule and never complained. I have highly recommended Wacky World to others as they walk through to see our new decor.
Debbie Vartenisian
Second Baptist
Our overall experience has been awesome. We now are able to teach the Word of God in color instead of black and white. When the children come in and see all the colors and thematic background they get a sense of ease and acceptance. Parents know instantly that our children are a priority!
Dr. Kevin King
Anchor Way Baptist Church
Working with Wacky World was absolutely great for us. They are extremely creative as a team (lead by Bruce Barry, himself) and are very caring and concerned throughout the project to not only create the very best for you and your church but to make positively sure you are completely satisfied with their work. People still today, after over five years, are amazed with the sets and extremely beautiful murals on the walls. We were totally happy with the incredible work that they did for our church and the beautiful work has definitely helped out attendance and brought new kids into our church.
Sondra Saunders
Prestonwood Baptist
We are the first church in Canada to have 3 levels of creatively designed, themed environments for children. People are coming from all across Canada to see our building. Our children's attendance has almost doubled in 6 months. The community is shocked that this place is actually a church. Wacky world has given our kids space a whole new look, and the kids can't wait to come to this place!
Carolyn Burge
Calvary Assembly
It was a pleasure to work with all at Wacky World; the professionalism and creativity of their staff was outstanding. Their patience with our staff as we worked through each and every step of the process was terrific. As we go forward with future exhibits, Wacky World will be at the top of our list for design and fabrication. In a few words, Wacky World put out a great product and was terrific to work with. Without their expertise I am absolutely certain Oz would not have been as successful as it has been.
Gary Polin
Director of Sales
Great Explorations
The Wonderful World of Oz has been up over a month now and I can report that kids and families are enjoying it a great deal. As an exhibit designer who has set up dozens of traveling exhibits, I'd like to compliment your team for having created an exhibit that is logistically well thought through-uniformly sized units, sized to fit through standard double doors, on lockable casters, minimal need for heavy lifting onto dollies facilitating unloading, getting it into the building and moving it around during installation. Additionally, it is wonderful that the design doesn't require crating-no unloading and reloading crates, no need to store any. I hope designers of traveling exhibits will find inspiration in this approach.
Erik Schurink
Long Island Children's Center
Outstanding company. Love their work!
John Macon
Niceville United Methodist Church
It is hard to measure the impact that physical and emotional challenges can have on the development of children. Creative, nuturing and loving environments can set a stage of healing that you can physically feel! Wacky World has certainly shown a commitment to setting that stage for the patients of Shriners Hospitals!
Bethanne Demas RN,C ONC
Director of Public Relations, Marketing and Outreach Services
Shriners Hospitals for Children - Tampa
"I am excited at the creative design Bruce and his Wacky World team is developing for our new Children's building. The Lord has given us a company that will help us reach boys and girls for Jesus through the latest technology and "kid's stuff". I recommend them to you."
Dr. Jerry Vines
First Baptist Church of Jacksonville
"Bruce Barry is a creative genius. God has loaded him with a creative ability and put a passion in his heart to reach children and families for Jesus Christ. God has used the environments he created here to double our children's worship attendance and help us reach hundreds of families."
Dale Hudson
First Baptist Church of Springdale
"Bruce Barry is an artistic genius. To put it simply . . . you dream it; he can make it happen!"
Eric Hystead
Second Baptist Church of Houston
"Bruce Barry's creativity and excellent design have greatly enhanced our Children's programming."
John Barksdale and Dr. Young
Second Baptist Church of Houston
"What an exciting project we have undertaken with Bruce Barry and Wacky World Studios. Our new Children's Building, A 4-story, 120,000 sq. ft. structure will be used to reach the children of Jacksonville with the good news of God's love and His eternal plan for our lives. Bruce Barry's heart for children and his unique talents have provided a "fun environment" for our children to learn these truths from God's Word."
Dudley Freeman
First Baptist Church of Jacksonville
"Nobody knows how to excite kids like Bruce Barry. He turned our children's building into a children's fantasy world."
Dr. David Jeremiah
Shadow Mountain Community Church
"Bruce Barry is a creative genius using his talents for the Kingdom of God."
Dr. Jack Graham Pastor
Prestonwood Baptist Church
"Bruce has the gift of seeing the world through a child's eyes. He makes positive values fun. And I bet he makes God smile too!"
Joani Schultz, Chief Creative Officer
Group Publishing
"Our experience with Wacky World Studios was excellent in all areas! Our new children's center is wonderful and the kids love to come here. We have a lot of kids who come to our Wednesday night program that actually go to other churches on Sunday."
Laurie Bowers, Director of Children's Ministry,
First Presbyterian Church
"Wacky World Studios impressed me and I'm not easily impressed. When they hit the ground here with a team of about 14 guys each member knew his responsibility and went right to work. Bruce was very easy to work with and accommodated our needs. The key to having a successful experience is in the planning and they obviously had their plans in place."
Pete Spicher/Jim Schambach, Facility Manager/Executive Pastor
Christian Life Assembly
"Bruce Barry was a joy to work with. While we were initially attracted to his creativity and innovation, his professionalism and concern for the over-all project and ultimately the children matched his creativity."
Eric Geiger, Executive Pastor
Christ Fellowship
"It has been awesome. Very exciting for our children and leadership."
Lezlie Armour, Children's Minister
Champion Forest Baptist Church
"The special effects cause much excitement for the children & teachers. Bruce Barry and the Wacky World crew were a dream to work with. Wacky World helped bring us technology and updated games for our children."
Shelly Baumgarner Norman, Elementary Director
First Baptist Church
"Our experience with Wacky World Studios and Bruce Barry was very enjoyable. Using his wonderful creativity and talent, they were able to take our vision and bring it to life on the walls of our church. It would be a challenge to find anyone who could do a better job. The installation staff was very gifted and professional; they were a delight to have in our building. The artwork reinforces the timeless stories and love of our creator that sustains our ministry. As parents and children enter our Children's Ministry hallways they are amazed and awed at the murals around them. We are pleased that the art on our walls expresses the importance of how much we value children and families."
Jim O'Connor, Associate Pastor - Children's Ministry
Calvary Chapel
"The experience of working with Bruce Barry's Wacky World Studios was a great one. The installation went smoothly and the finished product still has people remarking years later."
Cindy Barber, Family Education Support Director Valley Family Church
"I don't think we make a parallel with building and immediate attendance growth. Buildings don't grow the church, but facilitate growth. Our Wacky World experience was great. We'd do it again. Wacky World helped foster momentum, excitement and create a WOW factor for our children. We are grateful for the partnership and have no regrets."
Richard Mark Lee, Lead Pastor
The Family Church: First Baptist Church
"Well guys, you did a fantastic job this week. We are really pleased. We are so thrilled to have such a fine piece of work. You all, and I mean every one of you are really fantastic. You stepped up to the plate and hit a homerun. We are so grateful and happy. Many, many thanks."
Bob Collier, Project Manager
First Presbyterian Church
As the children's pastor of LifeChurch.tv, I dreamed of an environment that would make children want to attend and return. With Bruce Barry's help we were able to see that prayer come to life! In one school year, after opening our children's building we grew from approximately 800 children per weekend to over 1,800!! In 5 years, we grew to over 5,000 kids a weekend! Bruce's designs and work played a huge role in that! As we dreamed it, he created it. If you are looking for a way to "grab children's attention so that Jesus can grab their hearts" Bruce is the guy for you! Wacky World has been a strategic partner in my ministry for years and I wholeheartedly endorse them! Give Bruce a call - your ministry will never be the same.
Scott Werner, Executive Director of Children's Ministries
LifeChurch.tv - 2001-2007
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