This past week, we had the special opportunity to go to Will Graham's Declaration of Dependence tour. There was a group of about 20 people from Productive Lives and Cornerstone who took the trip down to Independence Hall. There was lots of worship, and then Will Graham preached on John 3:16 and shared the gospel with many people. It was great to see a whole bunch of believers come together just to praise God!
Converge Start
Last Week marked Week 4 of the Converge program! The students have definitely reached a period of deep spiritual and academic engagement!
The students aren't only taking these courses, but are continuing the ministry work throughout the week! This includes the Street Outreach with The Rock, helping with Food Distributions, and volunteering with Willard Elementary school!
*Check out our social media for a some recent photos!
What's coming up...
Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate all that God is doing through Productive Lives! Our annual Fall Celebration Dinner is a special night to gather as a community, reflect on the lives impacted over the past year, and look ahead with expectation for where God is leading us next under our theme, "Deep & Wide."
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What to Expect: A delicious dinner, powerful testimonies from our team and community members, fundraising auction items, and a look into the future of our ministry building and outreach efforts.
We encourage you to reserve your spot early, as it helps us prepare.
Podcast Spotlight: Stories from the Productive Lives Team (2-part series)
Throughout September, The Productive Lives Podcast has been sharing inspiring conversations—highlighting true stories of resilience, faith, identity, and hope.
The latest episode of this series: Stories from the Productive Lives Team (part 1 & 2)
In these two episodes, members of the Productive Lives team share their personal stories, reflecting on what led them to serve in the community, how faith guides their day-to-day work, and the lessons they’ve learned through walking alongside others.
We are joining Cornerstone Community Church at their
Philly Family Fun Day on:
Sunday October 4th
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Set up starts at 2pm)
@ Willard Elementary School
and we would love for you to be a part of it!
This event is all about bringing joy, fun, and connection to local families in our community. To make it a success, we need hands and hearts to help serve, run activities, and make everyone feel welcome.
How You Can Help:
Volunteer: We need volunteers to assist with set-up, activity stations, hospitality, and clean-up. Whether you can give an hour or stay for the whole afternoon, your help makes a big difference!
*Coming early at 2pm is our biggest need
Share: Help us get the word out! Tell your friends, family, and neighbors, or share this event on social media so families in the community know to join us.
Dr. Cameron Garven is currently reading through...
The Master's Blueprint: How the Harmony of the Gospels Reveals Jesus's Strategy for Multiplying Disciples
by Mike Harder
What was Jesus's underlying strategy for launching a movement that transformed the world—without political power, military force, or institutional budgets? By examining the four Gospel accounts chronologically, author Mike Harder (and friend of Cam) outlines the clear, intentional approach Jesus used to invite, equip, and multiply disciples.
Whether you are looking to deepen your personal walk with Christ or seeking practical wisdom on how to walk alongside others in community, this book offers powerful insights into Jesus's timeless disciple-making framework.
Grab a copy to read along with us this month!
Prayer Requests
Return of Kids/Teen Club - Clubs are back and running at Cornerstone Community Church. Praying for families to grow in the Lord with the youth leading the way!
Converge Gap Year- Continual growth in our students, searching for adjunct professors, praying for more students to join in 2027.
Hosting Teams - We have many groups coming to stay in Kensington with us to serve and learn more about urban missions. Praying that their hearts are moved by what God shows them during their time with Productive Lives.
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