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 Church Vision Statement:

Healthy Christian -  Healthy Family -  Healthy Church

 

Our Goal is to be Healthy Christians growing deeper in Christ, Healthy Families built on God’s truth and grace, and a Healthy Church that is unified, Spirit-filled, and reaching our world.

 

#1. A Healthy Christian Is:

  • Redeemed and Transformed (Romans 12:1-2)

  • Abiding in Christ (John 15:4–5)

  • Fruitful in Every Season (Psalm 1:1–3)

  • Led and Empowered by the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:8)

  • A Disciple-Making Disciple (Matthew 28:19-20)

 

 #2. A Healthy Family Is:

  • Built on the Gospel of Jesus Christ (Joshua 24:15)

  • Infused with Healthy Communication: Truth and Understanding (Eph 4:15, Prov.18:21)

  • Fueled by Covenantal, Sacrificial Love (1 Cor. 13:1–7)

  • Covered by Grace & Forgiveness (Col. 3:12–13)

  • Submitted to one another in Service to the Lord (Ephesians 5:21)

 

#3. A Healthy Church Is

  • Founded on sound, Biblical, Spirit-filled teaching/preaching (2 Tim. 4:2)

  • Unified under Christ, His Word, and His Mission (Acts 2:42-47)

  • Serving in gift-matching ministries (1 Peter 4:10)

  • Building each other up in faith, love, service, and admonition (Heb. 10:24-25)

  • Reaching outward to a community in need of salvation (Luke 4:18-19)

 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)