Meet our team
Discover our story and commitment to the kingdom in just a few lines.
Daniel Rodriguez
Founder/Vision Bearer
Born into a family of pastors and missionaries, Daniel grew up in an environment shaped by faith, service, and a commitment to sharing the Gospel. Over time he embraced the same calling, carrying forward the work that had already marked his family for generations. In a world filled with many voices and directions, he believes God has given him a clear vision of what the Kingdom of God can look like in today’s society.
The message itself has never changed: to preach the Gospel of the Kingdom and to see it established through salvation and discipleship. While the message remains constant, the methods continue to develop. The approaches being used today reflect the living nature of God and His Word, demonstrating that the Gospel is not a relic of the past but a present and active reality that still speaks powerfully into the lives of people today.
Daniel’s personal journey with God began very early in life. At the age of four, the Gospel was first planted in his heart. Later, at sixteen, he made a deeper and more intentional commitment to follow Christ. That decision began a lifelong journey that is still unfolding today. Along the way he has pursued a growing understanding of purpose, the development of spiritual gifts, the shaping of character, and the discipline required to carry out God’s mission with excellence and integrity.
In 2025, Africa became a clear part of that calling. While the connection felt sudden, Daniel believes the desire had been quietly planted much earlier in his life. It was in 2025 that he fully recognized this burden in his heart: to see a nation encounter the heart of the Father. Scripture teaches that God is love, and Daniel’s ministry seeks to help people understand what that love truly looks like when it is lived out in everyday life.
Through Kingdom Kids, this vision is being expressed by guiding children toward the Father’s heart. The goal is to help them discover their identity, understand their purpose, and grow into healthy, responsible, and purpose-driven adults who can influence their communities for good.
HEMSTONE KIPYEGON
Media Specialist
Hemstone Kipyegon is a media professional, storyteller, and creative strategist working at the intersection of communication, faith, and community development. He serves as a photographer, videographer, and media specialist, with experience in journalism, visual storytelling, and digital content production.
With a background in Journalism and Mass Communication, Hemstone has worked across broadcast and digital media, handling roles that include videography, video editing, graphic design, and media coordination. His work focuses on documenting real stories, highlighting community impact, and using media as a tool to educate and inspire.
Within Kingdom Kids initiatives, Hemstone contributes his media expertise to capture and communicate the mission, activities, and outcomes of the program. He helps ensure that the stories of children, volunteers, and partners are documented clearly and shared effectively with a wider audience.
He is passionate about using creative media to support faith-based programs, strengthen community engagement, and preserve meaningful moments that shape the next generation.
JULIA MALOBA
Teacher
Julia Maloba is a dedicated teacher at Munanga Primary School and an active member of the Kingdom Kids team. She plays a key role in working with children, both in the classroom and during outreach programs, helping to communicate lessons in a way that is clear, practical, and engaging for young learners.
Her involvement in Kingdom Kids has been especially valuable in bridging communication and understanding during school visits, ensuring that the message reaches every child effectively. She brings consistency, patience, and a strong sense of responsibility to both her teaching and ministry work.
Julia is a Christian whose faith informs both her teaching and her service. She was recently elected as the Secretary of the KISE Christian Union, where she contributes to coordinating activities and supporting fellow students in their spiritual growth.
She is currently on study leave at KISE, where she is training to support and care for students with autism and other special needs. This step reflects her commitment to inclusive education and her desire to ensure that every child, regardless of their learning challenges, is given the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive.
Her work reflects a steady commitment to education, service, and the development of children both academically and personally.
