Mackenzie Novo-Gradac
Kids & Middle School Ministry Director
I am originally from Michigan but came to Lawrence in 2017 to attend the University of Kansas. I graduated from KU in 2020 with a degree in Speech-Language-Hearing. While here, I met my amazing husband Kendall and we got married in November of 2021! We have a goldendoodle named Loki who loves attention and cuddles. We also hold the title of foster parents and have had lots of opportunities to support, encourage, and love on many precious children!
Constructing an environment for youth and kids alike to feel welcomed, loved, supported, and encouraged in Christ is what drives me. I desire for this upcoming generation to experience radical transformation in the Lord and know that they are difference makers for the Kingdom of God - starting NOW! It is such a unique season of life while also a great privilege to work alongside my husband as we seek after Jesus with this next generation!
Growing up next to Lake Michigan, I am a beach girl through and through! I love any activity that pertains to spending time outdoors in God’s creation - hammocking, hiking, or at the beach!
Constructing an environment for youth and kids alike to feel welcomed, loved, supported, and encouraged in Christ is what drives me. I desire for this upcoming generation to experience radical transformation in the Lord and know that they are difference makers for the Kingdom of God - starting NOW! It is such a unique season of life while also a great privilege to work alongside my husband as we seek after Jesus with this next generation!
Growing up next to Lake Michigan, I am a beach girl through and through! I love any activity that pertains to spending time outdoors in God’s creation - hammocking, hiking, or at the beach!