Christ centered, Develop the Whole Person, and Love

Core Values

biblical foundation

Our foundation from which all else flows in the Word of God. We believe that there is nothing more transformative in our lives and in our communities as the Word of God and a relationship with Jesus Christ. (Matthew 7:24-27 & 1Corinthians 3:11)

SHowing the Love of Christ

We are committed to show the love of Christ in all we do in and through Sunbeams. In love we will honor and respect one another. (John 13:34-35 & Romans 12:10)

Live and serve in unity.

God calls His people to live in unity. We will seek to explore differing viewpoints and opinions yet be unified in our decisions. (1Corinthians 1:10 & Ephesians 4:1-6)

Develop the Whole Person

In pursuit of a more vibrant, empowered community in the village of Kijjude, we are committed to developing the whole person. We will do this through loving, serving, training, and creating opportunities with the purpose of empowering the people of Kijjude. (2Peter 1:5-8)

Integrity and Honesty

We are committed to acting with integrity and honesty. Our words and actions will be free from deceit and or untruthfulness. (2Corinthians 8:21, 2Timothy 2:15, Psalm 119:1)

Accountability

We are to be accountable to God and to others, being willing to explain our actions with honesty and openness. (Romans 14:12, Proverbs 27:17)

Perseverance

We seek to persevere in the mission God called Sunbeams to. As we grow in ministry and service, we will overcome obstacles, hardships, and trials by keeping our eyes on Jesus Christ for the promised victory. (Galatians 6:9, James 1:12, James, 1:2-4)

  • Kelly Vance | Co-Founder

    Let your conversation always be full of grace and seasoned with salt so that you know how to answer everyone.

    Col 4:6

  • Braze Mark Iraguha | Co-Founder

    “I know the plans I have for you”, declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

    Jeremiah 29:11

Meet the United States Team

  • Jenn Brunner

    SECRETARY
    ”For it is God who works in you to will and to act, in order to fulfill His good purpose.” -Philippians 2:13

  • Therese Fennig

    Treasurer

  • Mike Vance

    Board Member

  • Dan Lyons

    BOARD MEMBER

    Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9

  • Rick Leber

    Board Member

  • Tim Ramseyer

    Board Member

  • Ann Huetter

    Board Member

    “I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future”. - Jeremiah 29:11