This edition of the Profess Interview Series brings to you an exclusive conversation between C.E. Moore and Kevin Kirkland, author of the book, Broken Walls. In our interview Kevin talks about his book, how parents can help influence their children’s faith, how he started Katalyst Ministries, and why he thinks Nickelback owes Creed for their existence.
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On parents of teenagers: “I think a lot of youth’s parents are at their wits end…If you’ve ever had a 13-year old girl live in your home…that’s a pretty wild deal there…”
On starting Katalyst Ministries: “When we moved out of the local church. We had no idea what we were going to do…It was a real time for us to seek the Lord. Out of that was birthed this ministry.”
On his dream: “I really want to see the book turn the corner in the national media coverage. I really want to see that happen. I don’t know that I’ll sleep until that happens.”
On Creed: “I do like the band. And I hope you don’t put that on the air.”
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION: Before establishing an itinerant ministry in 2003, Kevin Kirkland served as a student minister. During that time, he sensed God calling him to develop a ministry that taps into young people’s desire to make a difference.
“Since surrendering my life to God’s call, He has given me a real passion for students. I believe them to be the most passionate and incredible group of people on earth, and I truly believe that revolution starts with them,” Kirkland said.
“My ministry and preaching is intentionally relational, and my expectation for students is extremely high. I am not an entertainer or professional speaker. I am simply a sinner saved by grace, qualified by a supernatural call and extremely compelled by Christ’s love to see the world come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.”
Kirkland, who lives in San Angelo, Texas, keeps a busy schedule with speaking engagements across the country, including what he calls Katalyst Weekends. During Katalyst Weekends, Kirkland creatively communicates the gospel and spends time investing in the lives of students and adults. In addition to Katalyst Weekends and other speaking engagements, Kirkland’s ministry opened the Mattaw Children’s Village — an orphanage in Kitale, Kenya. Kirkland says his favorite part of this ministry is making an impact on lives for the glory of God. In the spring of 2009, Kirkland released his first book, Broken Walls: And Those Called to Repair Them, which details the desperate need for adults to step to the forefront of the spiritual battle for the souls of Kirkland has been overwhelmed by the response from ministry leaders and parents.
To find our more about Kevin: www.katalystministries.com
To check out Kevin’s clothing line: www.korbanklothing.com
Search for Kevin on Facebook: Kevin D. Kirkland
We’d like to thank the Kevin D. Kirkland for answering some of our burning questions. A very special thank you Leann Callaway for setting up the interview for us.
