“The Patriot Pastor” Garrett Lear & The Heroes of American Liberty Garrett Lear, a native New Englander born in 1948 is known across the nation as “The Patriot Pastor” because of his expertise and extensive knowledge of the founding of America, his deep and abiding love for the original intent of The Founding Fathers and his understanding of The New Testament Church. He has 392 years of ancestry in New England America and is a member of the National Society Sons of The American Revolution and is a member of several historical societies. As a pastor in the great tradition of the colonial Black Robed Regiment, his ministry has an extensive archive of American Christian history. As a recipient of many patriotic awards, he has been in continuous ministry since 1974, having preached God’s Word throughout the 50 states of America, Canada and Eastern Europe. With his commanding 6’7” stature, Pastor Lear continues to stand boldly in defense of Biblical truth amidst the current cultural and spiritual malaise. With his deep love for the Lord, he teaches, instructs and counsels all to follow in the royal path of Christ. He is known to be a great encourager of victorious Christian living in all circumstances. Pastor Lear has been a denominational leader, local pastor, evangelist, prison chaplain, prayer intercessor and local leader of many national ministries. He has been privileged to be a Bible college teacher, Gospel singer, worship leader, revival and conference speaker. He is a spiritual elder and mentor, often called upon to provide counsel and guidance to church, government and business leaders across the country. As a man’s man, Pastor Garrett has been particularly appreciated in leading men’s ministries, as “iron sharpeneth iron”. In 1980, Pastor Lear founded the The Well of Living Water Christian Ministries based on John 4, after a lengthy time of fasting and prayer. Due to the demand for his preaching and extensive knowledge of America’s Christian History, Pastor Lear expanded his ministry into the public media. Over the years, he has been a popular radio and television guest including such national programs as The 700 Club. He has hosted his own radio broadcast “Water From The Well” and owns several Internet
websites that are widely visited. Being led by the Holy Spirit, his practical application of Biblical principles are seasoned with many years of living by faith and the testimonies of The Lord’s miraculous answers to prayer. In of taking a stand in the public square, Pastor Lear has often spoken at the NH legislature in favor of laws favorable to home schooling and Christian schools. He has openly challenged Christians all over America to withdraw their children from the government schools and instruct them in a Christian Biblical world view. Pastor Lear has prayed at every State Capital for revival and restoration of the Christian faith in America. He has been one of the most outspoken clergymen in the nation in defending innocent human life, traditional marriage, and the original intent of the US Constitution for limited government. As a leader of the Black Robed Regiment, he has encouraged clergy to fearlessly engage these issues in the public square without fear of reprisal. Pastor Lear has four children, numerous foster children, four grandchildren and many spiritual sons and daughters in The Lord. Pastor’s home and ministry are based in the beautiful mountains of New Hampshire where Garrett enjoys many outdoor activities and s local organic farming for healthy living. He is the Chaplain for the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution's New Hampshire and Massachusetts chapters and various veterans organizations.