Malindi, Kenya

We partner with local missionaries James and Chao Wanje to transform communities through the local church.

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Our Partners - James and Chao Wanje

James and Chao Wanje have worked as missionaries in their nation Kenya for more than 15 years and are passionate about transforming communities through the local church. Through Sowing Seeds of Joy Kenya, they equip and nurture churches and communities primarily in the Coastal region by focusing on marriage and family outreach, pastoral and church leadership development, youth and child outreach specifically through the soccer and high school empowerment programs, and humanitarian outreaches including Water for Life and food distribution.

The ministry has recently begun construction of a training center. This location will host seminars to train pastors, church leaders, and couples and serve as a place where youth can play soccer and hear the Gospel.

Upcoming Trips

June 18-28, 2026

Prairie Lakes Church partners with missionaries James and Chao Wanje and Grace Around the World to serve the coastal region of Kenya. Their mission is to transform communities through the local church. On this trip, our team will join them in a variety of ministries, which may include High School outreach, soccer outreach, hosting women’s gatherings, and discipleship training. This is a unique opportunity to experience and support the work God is doing in Malindi, Kenya.

Applications are due February 18.

Total Estimated Cost: $3600