THINK BIG in Leadership and Education with Bethany Hamilton in March 2016. The Kalamazoo Christian Schools were privileged to host a young and determined speaker in this series that brings inspirational and faith-filled speakers to our community. Bethany Hamilton delivered an inspirational   THINK BIG messages of faith, health, determination, hope and family.

The evening opened with an exciting local Christian band TRINITY ftL. This is a family of three brothers and wife from southwest Michigan have such a love for our God and worship with song, we were on our feet singing along. Our evening's Master of Ceremonies and moderator for the evening, Tim Hiller  interviewed Bethany and her family with questions from local students and the community.

Bethany spoke from her heart to our largest all ages crowd about how to overcome any trials in life and be determined to make your dreams happen. Bethany’s foundation of faith has been her backbone; her source of truth, hope, and strength. Bethany’s life story was turned into the major motion picture, Soul Surfer, based off of her autobiography of the same name. Bethany has also written many other books such as Devotions for the Soul Surfer, Rise Above, A Soul Surfer Bible, and Ask Bethany. She has a THINK BIG message of faith, determination, health and hope have been heard by people all over the world.

Photography by Trinity ftL, Daniel Cooke and Cheryl TenBrink

VIP Meet & Greet at the Kalamazoo Country Club for Sponsors & VIP Guests with a Formal Dinner and Presentation

The Main Event was held in our largest venue yet, Wings Event Center with Opening Christian band Trinity ftL, special moderator Tim Hiller and closing prayer with Nate Bull

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