My First Day of School | Ninja Turtles and Strawberry Shakes
We missed orientation, so I didn’t know what was on the other side of the giant brown metal door to the modular kindergarten room. The muffled shouts and laughter diffusing through it seemed to support Mom’s claim that there were other children behind it, and not a horde of monsters. Still, if it weren’t for […]
Jesus In The Classroom
It’s been a hot topic since the separation of church and state, established by the U.S. constitution. How do we show Christ to students, teachers and administration when the law prevents us from doing so? Inviting Jesus into the classroom goes beyond reciting scripture or singing in worship. What if we had the opportunity to […]
Baptisms at Stony Creek
We’re gearing up for our annual baptism event and wanted to share a few of the stories of life change from individuals that are preparing to be baptized this Sunday! Thomas Prebelich, Clinton Township campus Throughout my years, I’ve lived by my rules, my way. When suffering because of my parents’ violent divorce, I built […]
To Haiti and Home Again
Let’s Go to Haiti! Mother: Jenifer Hodge Daughter: Lindsey Hodge When my daughter Lindsey asked me if I wanted to go on a mission trip with her this summer, I think I shocked her when I said yes. It turned out to be one of the hardest weeks of my life, but also the most […]
A Church Planting Movement
The Journey So Far I was at a church growth conference 30 years ago, where Rick Warren said “we need all kinds of churches for all kinds of people.” I loved this idea of diversity. I loved the idea of helping many kinds of churches get off the ground and running. I was hooked. Now, […]
Time, TV, And Kids
As parents, we all want to take advantage of the time we have with our children, and make the most of every opportunity to influence their spiritual and emotional growth. Let’s talk time. As parents, we have to utilize the time and the opportunities that we have with our children in each season of life. […]
Is The Bible Hidden In The Year’s Biggest Films?
This weekend is the start of our new series, Kensington Goes to the Movies. We’re hunting for truths in the year’s most popular films. Here’s a glimpse: The Apostle Paul: The Last Jedi The Last Jedi tells the continuing story of the war between the Rebellion and The First Order. Luke Skywalker has been located […]
Forgiving My Father
“I visited him in prison and said the words: I forgive you. There was an incredible weight lifted off my shoulders. I didn’t even know that I had been carrying it around. I cried with relief for days.” This weekend, thousands in our community were moved by the video of Sonja Maletta, Campus Director at Clinton Township, […]
A Tribute To An Ordinary Man
What would I like all fathers to know on Father’s Day? I have often challenged dads from stage to do better or to consider their shortcomings. That’s not what I want to do today. Today, I want to encourage and honor all fathers – including you. Fatherhood can be a role easy to feel discouraged […]
I Was A Sponsored Child
This remarkable man was once a sponsored child. Did the family that sent Julius monthly support have a sense that this boy would one day impact thousands? If you’ve been around Kensington awhile, you may have heard of Julius Murgor. His life work is to bring the love of Jesus and meet basic needs among […]
