Pastor John Proske

Pastor John grew up in Gloversville, NY. for most of his early life. After high school, John attended FMCC followed by Northpoint Bible College where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Pastoral Ministry and Biblical Studies. John graduated in 2014, and came on staff at Kingsboro as the Assistant Pastor. Pastor John served as Assistant Pastor of Kingsboro for four years. Then, in September 2018, after the previous pastor resigned, John was voted in as the Lead Pastor.

​In June of 2015 John married his wife, Anna, and together they have served in Ministry in various areas. John and Anna have three children; Carson (2018), Hudson (2020), and Lincoln (2023).

Pastor John and his family consider it a tremendous honor and privilege to serve here at Kingsboro Church, and believe God will continue to do great things in Gloversville and the surrounding region.

Greetings!

          On behalf of the Kingsboro Family, I’d like to invite you to our church. My hope is that Kingsboro becomes for you a place to call home, a place to discover purpose, and a place of life transformation. We all have baggage, burdens, and hang-ups, but here we know that we aren’t alone. We have each other for help, encouragement, accountability, and friendship. And we know above all that we have God’s Holy Spirit to guide us, direct us, strengthen us, and mold us. The leadership of Kingsboro Church and I will strive to equip you with the tools you need to build your relationship with God. We will also work to connect you with the right people for friendship, accountability, and mentorship. And we will help you to find your God-given purpose and push you toward your potential. However, we can’t do all the work for you. So, I encourage you to read your bible and pray every day. Use journals and notebooks to keep notes, and search for answers to your questions. Come to church, ready to learn, ready to grow, and ready to help others to do the same. With all my heart I welcome you to Kingsboro Church. And I look forward to getting to know you, getting to serve you, and getting to watch you build an intimate relationship with Jesus.

- Pastor John Proske

Our Mission Statement:

Knowing God. Reaching Generations. Transforming Communities.

 

Knowing God

The LORD has provided a way of salvation, freedom, and new life through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to discover everything that this new life holds. This is done by building a deeper relationship with God: knowing His personality, hearing His voice, understanding what He loves and what He hates, and by loving His children. We want to know everything we can know about our God, and we want to experience Him in our lives and in our Church. 

 

Reaching Generations

Christ’s offer of salvation is for all peoples, of all backgrounds, all nationalities, and all ages. Our mission is to become a ministry that communicates the message of Jesus across cultural barriers. This is done through a variety of music styles, teaching styles, groups, and classes. Jesus Christ built bridges of love and compassion toward those who were different from Him, and so will we.

 

Transforming Communities

The Gospel of Jesus Christ is powerful and effective in transforming both individuals and communities. Our mission is to preach the Word of God through the power of the Holy Spirit, with the perfect balance of uncompromising truth and unconditional love. This, partnered with acts of love and service toward those in our communities will see this region transformed by the power of the Gospel.

 Our Core Values:

 

1.    We Value the Word Of GOD;

It Is True, Relevant and Powerful in Transforming Lives Today (1 Thess. 2:13, Eph 6:17, Heb 4:12)

 

2.    We Value the Holy Spirit;

He is Present and Active in our lives bringing Peace, Wisdom, Comfort, and Power. (John 14:26, Acts. 4:31, Jud. 1:20, Rom 8:26)

 

3.    We Value Healing and Restoration;

That Brings Forgiveness, Restoration and Freedom to Families, Marriages, Relationships and Individuals. (James 5:14-15, Jer. 17:14, Ex. 15:26, Jer. 30:17)

 

4.    We Value Prayer;

Communicating Daily with Our God for our needs and the needs of others knowing that He hears and answers us. (1 John 5:15,1 Chr. 16:11, Jer. 29:12)

 

5.    We Value Discipleship;

That Leads Others into A Deeper Relationship With Jesus, Helping them Mature and Understand their God Given Identity and Purpose. (Matt. 28:19–20, Acts 1:8, Rom. 10:14–15 Eph, 4:16)

 

6.    We Value Community;

Making intentional, loving connections with people from all Walks of Life, Ministering to their needs through the power of the Holy Spirit. (1 Cor. 1:10, 1 Thess. 5:14, Gal. 6:2, Prov. 17:17)