Kenton J. Kutney

Check out this new Missions concept for developing countries - creating a culture of opportunitie. Equal access for children with learning delays. Interested in how you can 'lend a hand? Follow the link to the whole story... clipped from handinhandproject.blogspot.com A Dominican Republic Education Project - Opening Doors For Children Of All Abilities Currently, children who struggle with dyslexia, autism, or other special needs are excluded from the predominantly private school system. Medical diagnosis is unavailable and parents lack the instruction and support necessary to lead healthy families. Hand-in-Hand is a unique, inclusive educational project in the Dominican Republic. We aim to provide the following: Appropriate education to children of all learning abilities, as well as to those whose families live in poverty Medical diagnosis of learning challenges Counselling for families to help cope with the unique challenges of raising special needs children. Doctors, t

One last special letter (I think) to share with you that has surprised us, this time weaving 2 anonymous, generous, caring people into our lives. The overall lesson I'm learning in all of this is that good things happen when we risk telling our story: It brings us closer together; there is real hope in opening up to share of our selves and even our belongings. Ken and Joy Kutney, I have followed your story for close to a year now and just wanted to encourage you and your family. One Sunday your story was shared at the church I attend and some of your artwork was shown. (I bought "Fall Fireworks" in a large frame.) I will keep this brief but ... I had planned to make a trip to see you and all of the family and pray for you, but I could never get the time to work it out. I had gone back to God a number of times to inquire what to do and could never get clear direction. Well, here you are. God brought you to me. You will find a gift here from an anonymous giver,

We continue with more reader feedback after sharing some of Our Story -- see posts (to the left, Meet The Kutneys ) for my wife's important perspective on suffering, entitled 'Embracing the Mystery' along with my article entitled 'Changing Seasons' "I have just read your testimonies in Canadian Christianity and The Testimony. A friend told me about the articles (not knowing that I knew you). They were both very moving. I had heard some time ago, Ken, about your illness but wasn't aware how it had progressed. A difficult journey you've been called on to travel, all of you together. Your own response to the rollercoaster of emotions and questions was very well expressed, Joy. It touched us deeply. You both sound so grounded in mature faith (which doesn't mean there can't be questions), but it's an inspiration to read of that kind of honesty rooted in deep faith. … It was precisely the spirit of quiet faith and acceptance th

Hi Ken, I finally had a chance to check out your website and I loved it! Some parts made me cry some made me laugh so all and all I loved it! Cheryl ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Each tear is precious to God. I must add that a sense of humour is a of value as well. It's a healing thing to laugh - CLICK HERE - and it just might make your day

i read a bit about whats been happening in your life.... I am not sure how old that artical was but it sadden my heart and i pray god just be with you and heal you! we often wonder why these things happen to god's people? i still love jesus ,believe in him but often wonder why these things happen to us last year our daughter hannah 10 years old at the time caught a cold had high fevers for around a week sometimes pressing over 100 which finally lead to seizures she spent the next 2 months in the hospital with uncontrolled seizures (she is not epiletic, they figure it is viral insefalietis which made it way to her brain) she was in a coma (doctor induced) over a month and i stop couinting the seizures after 1500 give or take..... we prayed ,,,we all prayed ,,still nothing, now she's getting better but not out the woods yet,she's on some serious meds- that well i am sorry to say help in one way and damage in others,,,,, but we keep pressing in, is it gods way of t

Moving reader feedback (permission to share) after posting Our Story. See posts (to the left, Meet The Kutneys ) for my wife's important perspective on suffering, entitled 'Embracing the Mystery' along with my like-themed article entitled 'Changing Seasons'. Dear Ken and Joy: "I prayed for you today". I can totally relate to your situation. I have been diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease. Although it came on early and is a type that rapidly worsens and does not respond well to medications. I always say that my "faith strings to my heart are getting tighter every day". I also am like the cork that keeps bobbing back to surface. I can not look back on my life and wish for the past but pursue every day under God's grace, seeking a way that I can bless someone. There are times that I can not speak, walk, or swallow and drool is sliding from the sides of my mouth but in my heart I know that God can still use me. Perhaps not in

I want to spend some time and energy sharing with you, not just my words or vision for 2008 (as it is quite a hazy view from here!), rather some of the stories and comments of people who have connected with this site, and my plight. You'll notice the Poll results -- down to the left -- showing a deep link between Suffering, Scripture, and people growing deeper! Despite years of academics / theological searching / all my practical work in soul-care, I confess I don't fully understand how it all works. (Even though I'm currently going through this experience in my own life situation! See more under Label: Hypereosinophilic Syndrome .) As you read what these people that have taken the time to write in response to my writing, I think you will be impressed and inspired by their tenacious courage. I am. There is a frankness, something so honest here, that humility hits you hard in the gut. I believe that we need to hear about each other's suffering, whatever the situat