Kenya Kronicles

Tom Hammar shares a moment that's stuck with him since landing in Nairobi: driving up to Western Victory Academy in rural Kenya and being greeted by hundreds of children in uniform, singing as they came over the hill. He also opens up about how different a Kenyan graduation ceremony is from what we're used to here — parents dancing their kids in, joy radiating from the whole community.

Part of the Kenya Kronicles series from Fishers of Men Ministries, hosted by Ken Peel with Joshua Ngao.

Joshua Ngao's personal story of growing up in extreme poverty in Kenya (trekking 11 miles to school without breakfast or shoes) and how it became his calling to bring clean water to his community, framed with the sobering stat that waterborne disease still kills 25% of children there.

During a visit to Fishers of Men Ministries' school campuses in Kenya, board member and CPA Tom Hammar noticed something he's never forgotten: kids gathered just outside the gates who weren't yet sponsored. In this clip from Kenya Kronicles Episode 6, he shares why that image still haunts him — and why child sponsorship changes everything. Watch the full episode and learn how to sponsor a child at FOMministries.org.

The Trip to Kenya That Changed How a CPA Saw Ministry

A ministry can look impressive on paper and still be a mess behind the scenes. Tom Hammar explains why Fishers of Men Ministries stood out to him immediately—and why going to Kenya changed the way he thinks about giving, accountability, and what real impact looks like. Ken Peel hosts the conversation with Joshua Ngao, president and founder of Fishers of Men Ministries, and Tom Hammar, the CPA, board member, and former trip participant who helped oversee the books long before he ever stepped foot in Kenya. What starts as a finance conversation becomes something much bigger: a firsthand look at how donor trust is built, how overseas ministry can be verified, and why the human side of the work matters just as much as the numbers.You’ll discover:

• Why Tom was drawn in by the ministry’s lean overhead and unusual financial transparency
• How EFCA accreditation adds a layer of accountability donors should care about
• What changed when Tom finally traveled to Kenya and saw the ministry in action
• How child sponsorship becomes a real relationship, not just a monthly gift
• Why Joshua says the most important work is preparing children, families, and communities for the future

Joshua shares how Fishers of Men serves through water wells, churches, schools, mission communities, and child sponsorships across Kenya. Tom adds a rare donor and CPA perspective, including what he tells other financial professionals to look for before supporting any nonprofit or ministry. This episode makes the case for something simple but powerful: when money is handled with integrity, it opens the door for life-changing work. And when you see that work up close, it becomes impossible to think of sponsorship, giving, or missions the same way again. Essential listening if you care about faith-based impact, financial accountability, or finding a ministry you can trust with your support.

Dr. Scott and Dana Palmer talk about an experience during their first trip to Kenya that was impactful for Dana.

In this episode Dr. Scott Palmer and Dana Palmer talk about their experiences of missionary work in Kenya and the impact of partnership and friendship in ministry. It explores the discovery of Fishers of Men Ministries, divine intervention and the call to mission work, the unforeseen impact of mission work, involvement in Fishers of Men Ministries, partnership and its impact on ministry, changed lives and support, friendship and support in ministry, teamwork in ministry, first impressions of Kenya, challenging trip experience, and acts of kindness and the impact of mission work. The conversation delves into impactful stories and experiences in Kenya, highlighting the powerful impact of sacrifice and service, life-changing experiences, spiritual growth, perspective on poverty and gratitude, ministry partnerships, and the life-changing impact of sponsorship. The Palmers share impactful stories that have left a lasting impression and contributed to their spiritual growth, emphasizing the transformative power of service and sacrifice.

Takeaways

• Missionary work in Kenya
• Impact of partnership and friendship in ministry Impactful Stories
• Spiritual Growth

Chapters

• 00:00 Acts of Kindness and Impact of Mission Work
• 27:20 Powerful Impact of Sacrifice and Service
• 28:28 Life-Changing Experiences in Kenya
• 37:53 Spiritual Growth and Ministry Impact
• 41:37 Perspective on Poverty and Gratitude
• 44:38 Ministry Partnerships and Impactful Stories
• 51:00 Life-Changing Impact of Sponsorship

Amos tells his story of transformation and hope through sponsorship and love. A village boy's life changes dramatically, and he experiences the joy of new beginnings and the gift of love.

Takeaways

• Life-changing sponsorship
• New beginnings and hope

The conversation highlights the impact of child sponsorship on the lives of children and teachers, emphasizing the physical, emotional, and eternal transformation. It also emphasizes the role of the gospel and the Lord in touching lives through child sponsorship.

Takeaways

• Child sponsorship changes lives
• The gospel is preached and lives are touched through child sponsorship

Thank you for watching this episode of Kenya Kronicles.

Hosts: Ken Peel, Joshua Ngao. Guests: Wayne Stuedemann & Amos Nalyanya Masinde.

To find out more about this ministry, go to www.fomministries.org

The episode features the inspiring story of Amos Nalyanya Masinde, who was rescued from poverty and despair through child sponsorship. His life was transformed, and he is now the principal of a school, impacting the lives of hundreds of children. The episode highlights the power of child sponsorship in changing lives and creating a ripple effect of positive impact.

Takeaways

• Child sponsorship changes lives
• The ripple effect of child sponsorship is powerful

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
• 03:03 Amos's Early Life and Rescue
• 13:04 Amos's Journey to Education and Transformation
• 20:03 Wayne's Sponsorship and Impact
• 30:04 The Power of Child Sponsorship

Sue Williams delves into the impact of generosity and child sponsorship on individuals and communities. Sue Williams shares the transformative power of sponsorship and the profound impact it has on the lives of children and their communities. She emphasizes the value of personal connection and the lasting impact of generosity.

Takeaways

• Generosity has the power to transform lives
• Child sponsorship creates lasting impact