Our Mission History

Oct 18, 2001:

Missionaries departed for the mission field in Kenya.

2002-2005:

Began teaching ministry at Kihumbuini Primary School in Nairobi, reaching 2,400 students.

Missionary Lee:

Taught Bible, Math, and Music. Led a choir that won national awards and taught at Bethany Theological Seminary.

Missionary Hong:

Focused on Bible, Math, and intensive discipleship training, including providing lunches for children in the slum area.

Jan 2002:

Received a clear vision for Muslim missions through children’s and youth ministry.

Core Belief:

“When children are transformed, Muslim villages have a future.” This became a guiding principle.

2003:

First short-term mission team hosted a Bible camp in Nairobi and the coastal Muslim community of Miamba.

2003-Present:

Launched ongoing outreach to public schools in Muslim areas, establishing Christian Unions and supporting Bible teachers.

2004:

Miamba Bethany Church was planted, starting in a school classroom.

Dec 2005:

Relocated from Nairobi to the coastal region of Kwale County.

2006:

Purchased 6.5 acres of land in Matuga and started a church with 10 local children.

Jan 2009:

Bethany Christian Academy opened its doors, starting with one kindergarten class.

Feb 2009:

Official opening ceremony for the Bethany Mission Center.

2010:

Launched a child sponsorship ministry in partnership with Good People Korea, now supporting 450 children.

Dec 2010:

Hosted a spiritual retreat for 100 pastors from Bethany Theological Seminary.

Sep 2012:

Opened a dispensary, now serving 400-500 patients weekly with support from partners and the government.

Apr 2013:

Held a seminar for local public school principals to build stronger community ties.

2011:

Planted new churches in Msangatamu and Kizibe, and held a dedication service for Miamba Church.

Aug 2012:

Hosted a historic joint evangelistic meeting for over 100 churches, with 21,000 attendees.

Today:

The mission continues to grow, overseeing a network of churches, schools, and outreach programs that impact thousands.