Hey, my name is Ben Brynildsen. I am 15, and live in Godfrey IL. I am pretty much pumped for this mission trip, definitely something God has really given me a passion for. I have been a christian for pretty much all of my life, by the grace of God. My parents main priority is Jesus and they have definitely passed it on to me and my brothers throughout our lives. I have a total of 4 older brothers, and one sister in law, Jared, Daniel+Erika, Stephen, and Matt. Great Family.   

               Some things I do here in Illinois are martial arts, golf, basketball, and more. I love reading the Bible, one of my favorite verses is 1 timothy 4:12, which definitely applies to all of us going on this mission trip! Jesus has given me a passion for Kenya, so i am ready to go! It should be great down there, and can't wait for it. God be with us.