
Who
Nick Shahlavi is an evangelist who reaches the hardest to reach in prisons, pupil referral units, gangs and disadvantaged communities through Rap music, performances, discipleship courses, speaking events, one to one counselling, and bible studies: all driven from the heart of love and evangelism.
NICK
SHAHLAVI
Being a former drug dealer and drug addict gives Nick the edge to use his testimony to reach others, where many cannot, with the same Gospel of Jesus Christ that saved his life, seeing the most broken become the most influential for the Kingdom of God.
SHORT TESTIMONY
THE STORY
Nick started his journey in ministry in 2010, working as an intern with Reflex prison ministries in Manchester, UK. His initial work focused on delivering discipleship courses and sharing his faith in the prisons of northwest England.
MUSIC
Nick's path took an exciting turn when he began leading Vital Signs, a hip hop collective under The Message Trust. This group was dedicated to performing in schools across the UK, using their music to teach valuable lessons on choices and consequences.
IMPACT
The school visits culminated in performances that not only entertained but also offered a platform for students to explore their faith and find healing, both physically and emotionally. These events were especially significant as they reached out to the entire school community, inviting everyone to experience transformation.
PRU’s
Building on the success in schools, Nick extended his ministry to pupil referral units (PRUs) and prisons. As a creative evangelist, he continued to share his message of hope and healing, focusing on individuals facing significant challenges and hardships.