Episode 9 — Called to Kensington: A Conversation with White Fields Calvary Chapel

In this episode, we sit down with the senior pastor of White Fields Calvary Chapel, his son, and a close friend who joined them on a week-long missions trip to The Rock from Canada, officially making them our first ever international mission team.

We talk about what it’s really like serving in Kensington: the challenges, the beauty, and the reality of stepping into a neighborhood in deep need. They share how the Lord stirred their hearts to come, what surprised them most during their time here, and why they felt specifically called to serve as missionaries in Kensington.

If you’ve ever wondered what draws people from another country to serve in this community, or how God uses willing hearts in tough places, this episode will encourage and challenge you.

From Oregon to Kensington – Drew Erikson’s Journey of Faith

In this episode of Rock Talk, we sit down with Drew Erikson, whose story is one of bold obedience and trust in the Lord. Drew first came to Rock Ministries on a mission trip, but what began as a short visit turned into a life-changing call. After wrestling with God’s direction, Drew and his wife made the leap of faith to leave Oregon and move across the country to Philadelphia, stepping into a community far different from their own.

Drew shares how he came to follow Jesus, the struggles, and confirmations along the way, and how God led him to serve in Kensington. His story is a powerful reminder of what it means to say “yes” to the Lord’s call—even when it leads you far outside your comfort zone.

In this episode of Rock Talk, we sit down with AnnMarie; one of our church’s missionaries and the Director of The Rock Women’s Care Center. AnnMarie shares her journey of faith, from the Lord calling her to purchase her very first home right here in Kensington, to opening the doors of the Women’s Care Center. Her story is one of obedience, courage, and God’s faithfulness in using ordinary steps to accomplish extraordinary work. Tune in to hear how God is moving through her life and ministry to bring hope and healing to women in our community.

Rock Talk: Episode 6 – Enduring in the Word with David Guzik

In this episode of Rock Talk, we welcome David Guzik, a cherished friend of The Rock and the founder of Enduring Word, a Bible commentary and study resource used daily by many in our Rock family.

Rock Talk: Episode 5 – From Internship to Inner-City Missionary with Katie Breen

In this episode of Rock Talk, we sit down with Katie Breen—a faithful servant of the Lord who followed His call from Virginia to the streets of Kensington. What began as a short-term internship turned into a life surrendered to full-time ministry in one of Philadelphia’s most challenging neighborhoods. Tune in to hear Katie’s powerful testimony of obedience, transformation, and what it means to serve Christ in the inner city. Her story will inspire and encourage anyone seeking to follow God’s leading—no matter where it takes them.

In this episode we introduce David Mclaughlin. We will discuss how a kid from south Philly ended up serving in Kensington and starting a family here.

In this episode we introduce Ramon Crespo our community liaison.

In this episode we introduce Pastor Joe Wardle and discuss how the Lord delivered him from addiction and called him to be a Pastor in Kensington.