Saturday, June 25, 2011

Meet the Team

On JULY 5th, we will be heading to KENYA.............together, just the 16 of us!

Here we are:
I am Faith. Married to Rick for 9 of my favorite months in life so far! This will be the 3rd time team leading a team to Kenya, my 8th time traveling to Kenya since 2005. This place has stolen a piece of my heart and is a "second home" of sorts. I can't wait to see my friends.


I am Penny. I have a great family: wife to David and mom of Jeremy and Hayley.
I work for the West Chester Area School district.
I love working with kids and teens of all ages.
I follow Jesus.

This is Hayley. She is the daughter of Penny.


My name is Rebekah, a.k.a. Becka. I'm a senior at Elco High school. I'm a part of the ELCO Bowling and Softball teams. I am a part of The Fireplace Christian Fellowship, which also has an amazing Youth Group, my youth leader is Mosel. She is an awesome women of God, and a great example to us youth. I am planning on going to College to become an Engineer. I have two very weird younger brothers and one beautiful younger sister. I have amazing parents that are always there for me no matter what. My grandma passed away in February. A few months back when I told her about me going to Africa, she asked me to bring her back a wooden elephant. Even though she's no longer with us, I'm still going to bring her back a wooden elephant. I just want Gods will for my life.


I'm Alison McKenica. I'm really excited to be going to Kenya for the first time! I love travel adventures and experiencing new things. I know God is going to provide lots of unique experiences to serve and love people. The presence of God will be with us, ensuring no ordinary moments! Can't wait to share some great stories about it all!


My name is Nate. I'm just your typical house painter-journalist combo. I love football and playing games with Seth Windle. I've recorded two musical albums, and I prefer bathing suits that allow me to get a little sun on my thighs. This is my first trip to Africa, and I'm excited experience the different culture and see how God uses it in my life.


This is Seth. This will be his 3rd trip to Kenya.


This is Lori. This will be her first time in Kenya. She is happy!


I'm Lauren. I am currently studying Early Childhood and Special Education at Bloomsburg University. This is my first time traveling to
Kenya but something tells me it won't be my last. Helping people is my passion and I'm so excited to see what God has planned for this trip!


I am Melinda. Wife to David for 24 years, mother of four fabulous daughters, owner of (some times) way too many dogs. Puppy Educator for the Seeing Eye, recently involved with Canine Search and Rescue and currently training a dog for therapy work.
And most importantly, a daughter of the King and servant to all.


Bob: Child of God, Husband, Father, Brother, Servant.
Eileen: Married to Bob for 28 years. Fifth grade teacher with the Springfield School District for 26 years. Mother of two grown children, Jillian and Scott. This is my second trip ro Kenya with Providence. I'm looking forward to sharing the experience with my husband and visiting with the TI staff and Kenyan folks I met in 2009.


My name is A.J. and I am 28 years old. I have been happily married for over 4 years to Tina (who is also on the Kenya trip) but no children just yet. I am currently the production manager for an electronic design and manufacturing company called Nth Solutions. Some of my hobbies include snowboarding, fishing, and woodworking. I managed a pizza shop after college for about 6 years before deciding that the food business was not for me.

My name is Tina, and I am the proud wife to AJ, my high school sweetheart (the ridiculously good-looking man that's standing next to me in this picture). Whenever I find a moment to relax from the hub-bub of life, you can typically find me spending time with AJ or the Lord, lost in a really intense book, behind the lens of a camera, fishing on Marsh Creek Lake, baking unhealthy delicious goodies, or playing 'Scattergories-clean' over Skype with my sister in Florida (play a round of Scattergories, clean for five minutes fast,...repeat!). What? Who said playing games can't be a motivator to clean!


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My name is Steph, I'm eighteen years old, and I graduated from highschool five days ago.
I'm an illustrator and writer, and I will be spending next semester in Europe at Calvary Chapel Bible College. I plan to attend the Rhode Island School of Design, majoring in Illustration or Animation the following year. This trip to Kenya will likely be one of the highlights of my summer, and I'm looking forward to the service, the people, and cultural beauty.

My name is Jules Englund. I'm 20 years old and I am about to finish cosmetology school. I currently work as a makeup artist and at Avante Salon at Main Street Exton. And I love life:)

Monday, June 20, 2011

TEAM 2011 is gearing up to take flight......

A team from Providence Church is heading back to Kenya!!!
DATES: July 5-19
I am thrilled that 15 other individuals have decided to join me on this adventure! We are excited to once again be serving alongside our friends at Transformed International.

Stay tuned to meet the team and travel with us as we make our journey from West Chester, PENNSYLVANIA to Kitale, KENYA.