Meet the team














Cari Edwards, Coordinator
I have 3 kids: 1 boy and 2 girls. My oldest is 7 and started 2nd grade this year, Kendal is 5 years old and in kindergarten and my youngest Kylie just turned 3. We moved to Tracy when my son was around 6months old. I am so excited and incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve in this ministry. I am looking forward to meeting new friends and sharing in one another’s experiences on this unpredictable, ever eventful, non-stop journey we call life. Most importantly I am trusting God to lead the way.
















Katrina Balsano, Activities
I am a mother of 2, Isabella (5 years old) and Dayson (2 years old). My husband, Giuseppe, and I have lived in Tracy for 7 years. I work part time as a first grade teacher for Jefferson School District. I love spending time with family and friends and most days you can either find me at a park playing with my kids or on a new adventure. I am very excited about working with MomsConnect. I know God has so many awesome plans for us. I am looking forward to getting to know each of you and serving our amazing Savior!

Jamie Carpenter, Activities
Hello, My name is Jamie Carpenter. I am so excited to be on the MomsConnect team this year. This is an amazing group and Im sure you will enjoy it too. I have been married to my husband for 8 years. You will get a chance to meet him this year, as he will be one of our speakers. I also have two children. My daughter, Brooke, is 6 and is in the first grade. My son, Brayden, is 2 1/2 and keeps me on my toes. When I have time I do try to go to work....haa haa! I am a substitute teacher in the Livermore School District. It has been an amazing job that allows me to think i am a stay at home mom. I am looking forward to meeting new moms, connecting, and growing spiritually together.



















Stephany Gonser, Finance
I have two girls, Taylor age 9 and Quinn age 3. My husband, Kelly, and I have lived in Tracy for almost eight years. I work helping people to be less stressed and more at peace by helping them to become better organized. I love using my work to serve people and the Lord. I also am looking forward to serving in this ministry. I believe God can will do great things this coming year. I am eager to connect with old friends, new friends and the Lord in the months to come.