KENNETH H. STEWARD

It was Ken who first tried to lead me to Christ. I was a horrible, ugly teenager and all I did was mock him and his faith. 15 or so years later he was the first person I called to tell him I was now a CHRISTIAN. I am a shining star in his crown among many. He never wavered he always preached the good news of JESUS and it is because of him that I was lead to the truth. Ken ... I miss you ... I can't wait to see you again. I love you brother. GOD rest your beautiful soul!!!!!

Five years have passed so quickly, but we still remember Ken's unique character and persona and the joy and love he brought to so many as he shared himself and his faith. He was the oldest Steward grandson and I was the oldest Steward granddaughter--we had a common relational and spiritual bond we shared with each other.,

Ken was my spiritual brother and a dear cousin. He was the firstborn male grandchild and I was the firstborn female grandchild to Hurff and Anna Steward.

We had a special bond and spent a lot of time together in the summers at the farm. He shared his faith, some considering it quite radical, and also his love to his family and friends. That is the Methodist pragmatism making itself evident through practicing his faith and exemplifying it through works much as James taught in...

i continue to mourn the passing of Ken Steward, but I am glad that he is buried near the bishops' lot in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Baltimore near Robert Strawbridge and Francis Asbury. I am sure that heaven has afforded him the opportunity to converse with the historic figures he admired. May the fire of the Holy Spirit that rested upon Ken continue to bring renewal to our beloved United Methodist Church and remind us of the rich heritage of Strawbridge. Art Thomas

Ken's reverberating, "Glory to God!" -- during a sermon we both heard in the early 90s -- was part of my introduction to him. Though I know we will miss him in the flesh, we can have no doubt about the angels rejoicing at his home-coming . . . and his joy at seeing our precious Savior and all the host of beloved witnesses around the Throne of Grace.

I am so happy to see the comments of beloved friends we have in common from noVA, DC and MD, though it's been too long since I...

I met Ken while we were both attending Wesley Seminary. I worked for Ken doing landscaping over the summers. His enthusiasm for the Lord was off the charts. I had him do his first person portrayals frequently at the churches I served. He was a very special person and I will really miss him. I'm so glad he is with Jesus.
Doug Hays Lexington Park UMC MD

We have known Ken since 1984 when we met at the Aldersgate Conference in Kalamazoo MI. He loved Jesus with a passion and was a prayer warrior. He knew his United Methodist history and loved the church with a passion also. Ken you will be missed by us and by Aldersgate Renewal Ministries.

I feel blessed to have known this servant of the Lord. We would engage in many different conversations over the years & when doing so he would remind me of who I am, someone to be shouting God's praise, mercy and forgiveness from the mountaintops to all who will hear! Amen & amen! He was a God-fearing man who didn't hesitate to stand up for his Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ. Ken, may you rest peacefully in your Saviors arms.

Sue A Bowen
Treasurer, Strawbridge Shrine Assoc.

We have been friends with Ken for many years. He was a groomsman at our wedding in 1976. He helped us on several occasions with garden projects and furniture moving at our house when we lived in Kensington, MD. He was always willing to help whenever he could. He even played two parts in a Jim Bowie Dramatic Reading written by Jack a couple of years ago at Grace UMC. Ken was an all around good, God fearing person. We looked forward to receiving his hand made Christmas cards every year that he...