Tom & Kay Lynn Aylard
The Aylard family, from northern California, has followed God’s call to Eden Children’s Village, a holistic Christian ministry serving children at risk in northern Zimbabwe. The Aylards affiliated with NMSI in summer 2007 and deployed to Zimbabwe in August 2009.
Tom worked for over 20 years in various corporate finance roles. He is handling Eden’s accounting and other finance responsibilities. He also plans to offer vocational training in accounting and basic computer skills.
Kay Lynn has over 20 years of experience working with children. In addition to her roles as wife and mother, she is using her degree in Human Development alongside local teachers to facilitate learning in Eden’s preschool.
Christopher (09/05), Kelsey (09/06) and Stephanie (11/02) attend Eden Christian Academy, develop friendships with the local children, and participate in Eden’s ministry within their areas of gifting and interest.