Kayley Savannah Tyson

Kayley Savannah Tyson

Tabernacle Christian School shines the spotlight on junior Kayley Savannah Tyson. We asked Kayley a series of questions that reveal why she deserves a spotlight moment.

Kayley, when did you begin attending Tabernacle?
I started Tabernacle my 8th grade year, home schooled my 10th grade year, and returned my junior year.

You had a great missions opportunity this year. Tell us about it. I took my first trip to Malawi.
I worked with the administration and my teachers to secure time off from school, and our group flew to Malawi in November 2013.

Have you been on other mission trips?
I have only been on one international mission trip, and that was to Malawi. However, I have been to Panther, West Virginia, on mission trips twice with youth groups.

What activities might you do on a mission trip?
In West Virginia we held a VBS for children and different groups of teens went out to work in the hollers. In Malawi there were groups everywhere displaying the body of Christ, working for one cause in many different ways: distributing material items such as care packs, Bibles, and mosquito nets. There were also CEF (Child Evangelism Fellowship) training and teaching seminars, medical clinics, and well repairs. I worked mostly with CEF training teachers how to teach the children the provided materials like salvation bracelets, Bible verse games, and Bible stories. Also, we would go out to play with the children and then take an opportunity to teach them God’s Word.

What is the name of the group that sponsored your missions trip?
I went with Missions 4 Jesus, a non-profit organization based out of Union County.

Does someone accompany you on your mission trips?
Yes, my dad, Patrick. As a mission team rule, I am required to have an adult responsible for me until I am 18 years old.

What has touched your heart most during the trips?
I love the people. These people all have their own stories God has given them. I love getting to share pages of their lives and let them know that God has a great plan for them, even in their own local villages. One thing that touched me the most was driving into a large village and seeing numerous Malawians dancing, singing, and praising God for sending us. In the long lines of people lined up to greet us, one woman stood out to me. As we shook hands, I said, “Yesu Amakukondani” which translates, “Jesus is always loving you.” She began to cry and continued shaking my hand for a long time. This experience meant a lot because it showed how powerful the name of Jesus truly is. She understood how important Christ is and that He had sent someone all the way from America to show His love for her her!

What are you plans after high school graduation?
After graduation I hope to attend Liberty University and study International Relations. I also plan to continue doing mission work locally and internationally.
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