Diocesan News19 May 11

Johann Mueller adds Support for Maize n' Grace Odyssey event

Award winning Ulster Rugby Team member Johann Mueller is not only passionate about his rugby and life in general, he also happens to be a committed Christian. He has added his support for the visit of a fellow South African, farmer and international evangelist Angus Buchan, to the Maize n' Grace event in The Odyssey Arena on 27 and 28 May.

It turns out that Johann Mueller knows Angus Buchan well and has even attended events on his farm in his native South Africa.  Not only that but Buchan even took part in the wedding ceremony of one of Mueller's very good friends. Johann was speaking in an interview for www.maizengrace.com.

Talking about Angus Buchan and the Maize n' Grace event Mueller said, "He's an absolutely brilliant guy. He's a wonderful speaker ... and he's touched millions of lives not only in South Africa but all over the world."

Talking about the Ulster Rugby team he feels it has a growing sense of self-belief and confidence. He also believes the season has been "a mixture of hard knocks, positives and steps in the right direction". He continued, "If the team can stay together for the next two to three years I truly believe that this team can win trophies".

Experience is certainly something that the South African born player has. With a long career that has included being captain of the Springboks he still talks about the passion for the game. "I still wake up every morning with a smile on my face".

Maize n' Grace is going to be one of the largest free public events to be held in Northern Ireland this year. It is taking place at in the Odyssey Arena at 8pm on 27 and 28 May. All tickets for Maize n' Grace are free and are available direct from The Odyssey box office.

To listen to the full interview or for more information visit www.maizengrace.com