About Us

our founders

Khris & Sheryl Pennel

Founders of Hedge International Dayton since its inception in 2014.

Khris and Sheryl met at college and were quickly married.  While dating we realized we both had a passion for missions.  Khris went to Mazatlan, Mexico and across the border doing street evangelism in High School.  After we were married, he went to Romania and helped with a soccer salvation camp.  In addition, he went to Acapulco, Mexico where he served as part of the ministry team during the crusade.

Other ministry involvement over the years includes, youth ministry, children’s ministry, outreaches, vacation Bible school, college and career, associate pastor, missions and evangelism.

In 2006, we both went on a Mission Trip to Kenya, Africa, and put on a Children’s Crusade, taught some workshops and attended daily sessions. Pastor Ken Harbaum orchestrated the mission trip, organized the crusade and opened our hearts to being mission minded stewards.  We were divinely connected and moved from TX to OH to lead the youth ministry for eight years.  

In 2014, we attended a Missionary Conference in Honduras.  Where we helped the missionary kids ministry team with games, devotionals, crafts and fun. 

Started our non-profit, Hedge International Dayton, in 2014.

Sheryl is the CEO.  Beyond work, you’ll find her immersed in kids ministry, prayer, encouragement and journaling.  Hobbies include gardening, flowers and crafting.  

Khris serves as the Treasurer. Other duties include grounds keeper, wood cutting, lawn care and landscape.  Outside work, he is a minister, deacon and usher.