David and Kristie Pepsny

David: It was seventeen years ago when I first served with WGM at Tenwek Hospital. During my time at Tenwek, I realized that I had a passion for missions and decided that one day I would return to Africa. Soon after graduating with a Master of Science degree in Healthcare Administration and Interprofessional Leadership from the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), I felt God’s calling to go back and serve at Tenwek Hospital. I have a desire to “go” to some of the most vulnerable people in this world and show who Jesus is through medical missions. I love Tenwek’s motto: “We treat and Jesus Heals.” I believe my passion and experience in healthcare leadership has positioned me well to make a difference in medical missions.

Kristie: From an early age, I have loved being a "teacher" of sorts. I used to play “school” with my sisters when we were young. I began working with children at an early age: babysitting, teaching Sunday School, helping with VBS, and working at a Christian camp during college. I was also an in-home tutor for kids with autism, and after college, my passion for special education began to immerge. I continued schooling, earned a multiple subject teaching credential, and continued on to earn a teaching credential in special education. My desire to share the love of God with children from all backgrounds grew into my life's calling.

Our family has a passion to serve the most vulnerable populations. Our family of six is excited to say yes to Jesus and serve the Lord in Kenya in the following ways:

• Providing hospital operational support with systems and processes
• Providing hospital leadership with ancillary services
• Enhancing interdepartmental relations
• Training others to serve effectively in administrative roles
• Enhancing and assisting the homeschool community at Tenwek and the special education program at the Baby Center

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We are praying for 29 more people, churches, or organizations to help us meet the needs and fulfill the vision of ministry.

The following table details the number of financial partners needed to reach our personal and ministry support goals.