December 25, 2024 - January 17, 2025
Dental Hygiene Training Clinic
Launched the first dental hygiene training clinic sponsored by Dr. Michael and Karen Lacey, serving over 400 students and families.
Mission trip overview
On Christmas Day 2024, Shirley and Rev. Peter Im embarked on their second mission trip to launch a dental hygiene training clinic sponsored by Dr. Michael and Karen Lacey. Dr. Lacey led a team of dentists and their families from OHSC and two hygiene trainers in Cambodia to support the mission clinic.
- Location:
- Children's Center, Cambodia
- Duration:
- December 25, 2024 - January 17, 2025
- Team:
- Dr. Michael and Karen Lacey (Team Leaders), Dr. Brianne Nem, Dr. Tiffany Tep, Dr. Johnny Rutledge, Khmer trainers Channuo and Sinat
400+ people served · 9 training sessions · 24 days of service · 7 baptisms · 27 families assisted
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Trip highlights
Key achievements and memorable moments from this mission trip.
- First dental clinic of its kind at the Children's Center
- 400+ people served including students, parents, and staff families
- 9 training sessions with Khmer trainers Channuo and Sinat
- Christmas celebration with 400 attendees
- 7 baptisms (3 adults, 4 others)
- Food supplies distributed to 12 families
- Financial assistance provided to 15 families
Mission team
- Dr. Michael and Karen Lacey (Team Leaders)
- Dr. Brianne Nem
- Dr. Tiffany Tep
- Dr. Johnny Rutledge
- Khmer trainers Channuo and Sinat
Activities & services
- Dental hygiene training sessions
- Christmas celebration with children's dance performances
- Gift distribution (toys for children, presents for parents)
- Baptism ceremonies
- Food and financial assistance distribution
- Community engagement and evangelism
Our sponsors
We are grateful for the generous support that made this mission trip possible.
- Dr. Michael and Karen Lacey - Dental clinic sponsorship
- Dr. Brianne Nem's family - Gate dedication and gifts
- OHSC dental team - Professional expertise and materials
Join our next mission trip
Be part of the next life-changing mission trip to Cambodia. Experience the joy of serving children and communities while growing in your faith. The next trip is November 1–17, 2027.
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