WHY KIN?
More than 44,000 internationals live in the 9-county Knoxville Metro Area.
They represent at least 123 countries.
They represent at least 123 countries.
Our Mission
KIN connects internationals with like-minded partners to empower relationships that embrace cultures and encourage unity. Our Vision Internationals in metro Knoxville are welcomed as neighbors, embraced as family, and enjoy lives of hope, dignity and purpose in Christ Jesus. Our Purpose Empower local internationals. Equip churches and individuals. |

Background
KIN began in 2010 when a group of Christ-followers involved in ministry among Knoxville's internationals gathered to discuss how they could work together to make a bigger difference in our city.
The beauty of KIN is found in unified ministry and in the tapestry of intercultural relationships formed.
KIN began in 2010 when a group of Christ-followers involved in ministry among Knoxville's internationals gathered to discuss how they could work together to make a bigger difference in our city.
The beauty of KIN is found in unified ministry and in the tapestry of intercultural relationships formed.