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Joseph Evangelist

Instructor # 1168672 | Gunpowder & Lead, LLC

Certified with the USCCA since 9/24/2017

Certification Renewal Date 9/24/2026

  • info@gunpowderandlead.training
  • (610) 739-0497

Allentown, PA, 18106

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USCCA Certifications

  • Concealed Carry & Home Defense
  • Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
  • Countering the Mass Shooter
  • Emergency & First Aid

My Biography

Joseph Evangelist brings to you 30 years of combined experience with concealed carry and self-defense training.  With a martial arts background and over 28 years of carrying concealed, I developed Gunpowder & Lead training company to help those who are new to the firearms world, as well as those who have experience carrying or shooting in general.

We offer smaller classes and private lessons to allow more time for students to receive attention to details and more personalized training.

YOU DO NOT NEED A FIREARM TO TAKE ANY OF OUR COURSES, JUST LET US KNOW IN ADVANCE.
The rental fee is the price of the ammunition, and we are brand specific, and we will tell you brands that are acceptable for our firearms. Thank you in advance! www.legalccw.com

Current Classes Available

  • Sat, Sep. 5, 2026 11:00 AM

    Am I Ready for Firearms Self-Defense?

    with Joseph Evangelist
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    Gunpowder & Lead Defense Company
    Anywhere, PA

    $227

  • Sat, Sep. 12, 2026 9:00 AM

    NRA Basic Pistol for Women

    with Joseph Evangelist
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    Perry Township Game Association
    Hamburg, PA

    $177

  • Tues, Aug. 25, 2026 6:00 PM

    Introduction to Handguns (NON-FIRING) 1 day

    with Joseph Evangelist
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    Gunpowder & Lead Defense Company
    Allentown, PA

    $107

  • Sat, Oct. 24, 2026 10:00 AM

    Protecting HIS House and HIS People

    with Joseph Evangelist
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    Perry Township Game Association
    Hamburg, PA

    $35

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    "Joseph made boring entertaining with relevant examples."

    Submitted on Wed, Jun. 10, 2026 by Nadia E.

    "Glad you understood the content, and it was not boring! Bonus!"

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    "It was a good program. "

    Submitted on Mon, Oct. 27, 2025 by martin y.

    "Martin, thank you for your kind words, if there's a need for anything, don't hesitate to reach out! "

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    "Joe was excellent. He presented a lot of tips on how to deal with certain situations that supplemented the PPT presentation."

    Submitted on Sun, Oct. 26, 2025 by Jose R.

    "I'm glad I was able to help! Thank you for coming out, looking forward to seeing you in the future. "

    Submitted on Sun, Oct. 26, 2025

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