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Church of ChristLipscomb University – Summer CelebrationLipscomb University’s Summer Celebration is an annual Bible teaching and worship gathering in Nashville, Tennessee, offering…Lipscomb University – Summer Celebration
Lipscomb University – Summer Celebration — Organization Profile Summer Celebration is Lipscomb University’s annual lectureship-style gathering that brings Christians together for Bible teaching, worship, and practical ministry encouragement. Hosted on Lipscomb’s campus in Nashville, Tennessee, the event has long served…
Lipscomb University – Summer Celebration — Organization Profile Summer Celebration is Lipscomb University’s annual lectureship-style gathering that brings Christians together for Bible teaching, worship, and practical ministry encouragement. Hosted on Lipscomb’s campus in Nashville, Tennessee, the event has long served as a “come learn together” space for people connected to Churches of Christ and the broader Restoration Movement, as well as friends and guests who want Scripture-centered instruction and fellowship. At its core, Summer Celebration is built around Bible classes and keynote messages designed to help everyday discipleship take shape in real life. Sessions typically include textual studies, topical teaching, and ministry-focused workshops that address spiritual formation, congregational life, leadership, family discipleship, and faithful living. Because the program includes multiple…
Lipscomb University – Summer Celebration — Organization Profile
Summer Celebration is Lipscomb University’s annual lectureship-style gathering that brings Christians together for Bible teaching, worship, and practical ministry encouragement. Hosted on Lipscomb’s campus in Nashville, Tennessee, the event has long served as a “come learn together” space for people connected to Churches of Christ and the broader Restoration Movement, as well as friends and guests who want Scripture-centered instruction and fellowship.
At its core, Summer Celebration is built around Bible classes and keynote messages designed to help everyday discipleship take shape in real life. Sessions typically include textual studies, topical teaching, and ministry-focused workshops that address spiritual formation, congregational life, leadership, family discipleship, and faithful living. Because the program includes multiple sessions with a variety of presenters, attendees can often choose learning tracks that fit their season of life and service in the local church.
Summer Celebration is also structured as a family-friendly week. Alongside adult sessions, the gathering has historically included programming for children and teenagers, giving families a way to participate together while each age group receives age-appropriate teaching and activities. The event’s overall rhythm blends instruction with community: worship gatherings, informal conversations between sessions, and opportunities to reconnect with friends and meet new ministry partners.
Lipscomb has often described Summer Celebration as both a lectureship and a community festival—pairing serious engagement with Scripture and practical application with additional experiences that help guests enjoy time together. Over the years, that has included special events and performances that complement the teaching emphasis and invite broader community participation.
Because Summer Celebration is hosted by a university, it also functions as a bridge between Lipscomb and the churches it serves. For many attendees, the week provides a window into Lipscomb’s commitment to Christian higher education and church engagement, while also offering a setting where ministers, teachers, and church members can sharpen their thinking, renew their faith, and return home with ideas and encouragement for local ministry.
People can engage with Summer Celebration by attending the on-campus gathering, sharing the opportunity with others in their congregation, and using the official event pages to find registration and participation details. Churches and individuals who want to support Lipscomb’s church-serving efforts can also give through the university’s official giving channels.
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Church of ChristExposure Youth Camp (EYC)Exposure Youth Camp is an annual December youth ministry event in Huntsville, Alabama, centered on worship,…Exposure Youth Camp (EYC)
Exposure Youth Camp — Organization Profile Exposure Youth Camp, often abbreviated EYC, is an annual youth ministry event held in Huntsville, Alabama, each year on December 27–30. Rather than operating as a traditional summer camp, it functions as a multi-day…
Exposure Youth Camp — Organization Profile Exposure Youth Camp, often abbreviated EYC, is an annual youth ministry event held in Huntsville, Alabama, each year on December 27–30. Rather than operating as a traditional summer camp, it functions as a multi-day gathering built around worship, Bible teaching, fellowship, and organized group activities for students and leaders. The camp describes itself as being driven by engaging worship, challenging classes, and team time, and it is organized by a board of directors made up of ministers and other Christian leaders. The camp’s core focus is helping students grow spiritually through concentrated teaching and shared experiences. Its official materials emphasize sharing the gospel and encouraging participants to think seriously about biblical truth. One of…
Exposure Youth Camp — Organization Profile
Exposure Youth Camp, often abbreviated EYC, is an annual youth ministry event held in Huntsville, Alabama, each year on December 27–30. Rather than operating as a traditional summer camp, it functions as a multi-day gathering built around worship, Bible teaching, fellowship, and organized group activities for students and leaders. The camp describes itself as being driven by engaging worship, challenging classes, and team time, and it is organized by a board of directors made up of ministers and other Christian leaders.
The camp’s core focus is helping students grow spiritually through concentrated teaching and shared experiences. Its official materials emphasize sharing the gospel and encouraging participants to think seriously about biblical truth. One of its distinctive teaching elements is a set of classes called Spiritual Challenge Sessions, which are designed to help attendees dig deeper into Scripture and engage topics such as apologetics, the afterlife, and question-and-answer discussions. The event also includes worship services, youth group time, and singing opportunities as part of its overall ministry approach.
Exposure Youth Camp serves youth groups, students, and adult leaders who travel to the event from multiple congregations. While the gathering takes place in Huntsville, Alabama, its leadership team includes people serving from Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee, reflecting a broader regional reach across the Southeast. The event’s schedule and registration materials show a structured experience that includes meals, hotel accommodations, team assignments, worship sessions, classes, and group-leader coordination. That setup allows churches and youth groups to participate in a shared event while still attending as organized groups under their own leaders.
A notable part of the camp’s structure is its use of team-based programming alongside worship and teaching. Team time is woven into the event schedule, and participants also have access to practical resources such as FAQs, group leader information, and a dedicated app with schedules, alerts, and event details. Registration information indicates that attendance packages typically include all camp activities, seven meals, hotel accommodations, and event entry, making the event a bundled ministry experience rather than a single-session conference. The camp also maintains an EXPO Shop for merchandise connected to the event.
People can engage with Exposure Youth Camp in several ways. Churches and youth groups can register to attend, group leaders can use the event resources to prepare their students, and individuals can follow camp updates through the official website, app, and social channels. The board also provides channels for questions, emergency communication, vendor registration, and general event information. Because the event is built around worship, biblical teaching, and organized fellowship for youth groups, it is especially relevant for congregations looking for a year-end gathering that combines instruction, logistics, and shared participation in one setting.
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Independent Christian ChurchAssociation of College MinistriesThe Association of College Ministries connects and resources Christian campus ministries through conferences, membership, networking, best…Association of College Ministries
Association of College Ministries — Organization Profile The Association of College Ministries (ACM) is an international network of Christian campus ministries that exists to support students and campus ministers in university settings. The organization describes itself as a collective of…
Association of College Ministries — Organization Profile The Association of College Ministries (ACM) is an international network of Christian campus ministries that exists to support students and campus ministers in university settings. The organization describes itself as a collective of college ministries, most with roots in the Restoration Movement, working together to advance the Great Commission. Its public mission is to bring glory to God on the university campus, with a vision to advance Jesus’ mission among college students all around the world. ACM serves college students, campus ministers, and independent campus ministries connected with non-denominational Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. The organization’s member ministries are listed across campuses in the United States and, according to ACM’s history page,…
Association of College Ministries — Organization Profile
The Association of College Ministries (ACM) is an international network of Christian campus ministries that exists to support students and campus ministers in university settings. The organization describes itself as a collective of college ministries, most with roots in the Restoration Movement, working together to advance the Great Commission. Its public mission is to bring glory to God on the university campus, with a vision to advance Jesus’ mission among college students all around the world.
ACM serves college students, campus ministers, and independent campus ministries connected with non-denominational Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. The organization’s member ministries are listed across campuses in the United States and, according to ACM’s history page, also operate in Europe, Asia, Australia/Oceania, South America, and North America outside the United States. Its network includes campus houses, Christian student fellowships, campus foundations, and other locally governed campus ministries.
The organization operates primarily as a connecting and resourcing association rather than as a single campus ministry with one physical location. ACM’s website states that the association itself does not have a physical office or phone number because it is made up of individual campus ministries around the world. Students are encouraged to search for a nearby ministry, while campus ministers can use ACM for networking, conferences, resources, job postings, and shared support.
ACM’s work is organized around four stated design emphases: Encourage, Equip, Empower, and Engage. These emphases include support, networking, collaboration, preparation, training, resourcing, recruiting, strengthening, planting, education, influence, and exposure. The association provides ministry resources, promotes campus-ministry best practices, lists open ministry roles, and helps member ministries connect with one another across campuses and regions.
A major ACM program is the E4 Conference, which is designed to equip, empower, encourage, and engage campus ministers as they serve on university campuses and beyond. The organization also hosts FOUR, an online gathering for ACM network members, and provides membership options for campus ministries that want access to conferences, discounted registrations, social media networking, newsletters, webinars, and job openings among ACM ministries.
People can engage with the Association of College Ministries by searching for a campus ministry, contacting ACM through its website form, applying for campus ministry membership, attending E4 or FOUR, reviewing open positions, paying membership dues online, or becoming a Kingdom Partner. Because local ACM ministries are independently governed, students, churches, alumni, and other supporters may also connect directly with listed campus ministries for local involvement, prayer, service, and financial support.
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EducationMid-South Christian CollegeMid-South Christian College (MSCC) in Memphis, Tennessee trains Christian leaders through ministry-integrated degrees, including the Bachelor…Mid-South Christian College
Mid-South Christian College — Organization Profile Mid-South Christian College (MSCC) is a Bible college in Memphis focused on preparing students for Christian leadership through academic, practical, and spiritual formation. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, MSCC describes its purpose as glorifying God…
Mid-South Christian College — Organization Profile Mid-South Christian College (MSCC) is a Bible college in Memphis focused on preparing students for Christian leadership through academic, practical, and spiritual formation. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, MSCC describes its purpose as glorifying God by partnering with Christian churches to raise up individuals called to fulfill Christ’s global vision through academic, practical, and spiritual preparation. A key distinctive in MSCC’s approach is its emphasis that “Launching a ministry is the curriculum,” integrating classroom learning with hands-on ministry development. At the undergraduate level, MSCC highlights the Bachelor of Christian Leadership as its flagship program. In that cohort-based degree, students are placed on a team that studies together across four years and works to envision, plan,…
Mid-South Christian College — Organization Profile
Mid-South Christian College (MSCC) is a Bible college in Memphis focused on preparing students for Christian leadership through academic, practical, and spiritual formation. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, MSCC describes its purpose as glorifying God by partnering with Christian churches to raise up individuals called to fulfill Christ’s global vision through academic, practical, and spiritual preparation. A key distinctive in MSCC’s approach is its emphasis that “Launching a ministry is the curriculum,” integrating classroom learning with hands-on ministry development.
At the undergraduate level, MSCC highlights the Bachelor of Christian Leadership as its flagship program. In that cohort-based degree, students are placed on a team that studies together across four years and works to envision, plan, and launch a new ministry outreach before graduation. MSCC also outlines structural supports tied to this model, including personal mentoring and a tuition approach that allows students to lock in their tuition rate for the duration of their program once enrolled.
In addition to the flagship bachelor’s program, MSCC offers multiple undergraduate pathways. These include dual-degree programs offered in conjunction with Indiana Wesleyan University, along with certificate and associate options for students seeking foundational Bible college training or preparation for supportive ministry roles. Certificate offerings include a Certificate in Bible (33 semester hours) and a Certificate in Christian Ministry in Bible/Preaching (66 semester hours), while associate programs are offered in Christian Ministry with emphases in Bible/Preaching, Bible/Missions, and Bible/Christian Education.
MSCC also offers graduate programs in a format designed for students balancing ministry and other responsibilities. The college states its graduate programs are offered in a hybrid format, with much instruction taking place online (including Zoom meetings, forums, and synchronous/asynchronous content) and with an on-campus requirement: each semester, students attend a week of in-person activities on campus. MSCC’s graduate degree offerings include the Master of Christian Ministry and the Doctor of Ministry, with information provided for admissions requirements and course structure.
As an institution, MSCC notes that it is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) to grant certificates and degrees at multiple levels. MSCC also states it is authorized for operation as a postsecondary educational institution by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission. For those wanting to engage, MSCC invites prospective students to apply and visit campus, churches to partner in raising up leaders, and supporters to give—by mailing a check to the college’s designated giving address or connecting through MSCC’s donation page.
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EducationMidwest Ministry TrainingMidwest Ministry Training is a Vandalia, Missouri-based church network that prepares preaching and associate ministers through…Midwest Ministry Training
Midwest Ministry Training — Organization Profile Midwest Ministry Training is a church-based training program for future ministers that launched in August 2024. The organization says it exists to train preaching ministers and associate ministers for the local church through a…
Midwest Ministry Training — Organization Profile Midwest Ministry Training is a church-based training program for future ministers that launched in August 2024. The organization says it exists to train preaching ministers and associate ministers for the local church through a trade school/apprenticeship approach to ministry training rather than a traditional four-year degree path. Based in Vandalia, Missouri, Midwest is organized around churches working together to provide both classroom instruction and hands-on mentoring for students preparing for church ministry. Its core focus is helping aspiring ministers gain both biblical and practical preparation for local church service. Midwest offers Certificates of Endorsement in Preaching Ministry, Associate Ministry, and Bible Knowledge. For the preaching and associate tracks, the site describes a 20-course sequence…
Midwest Ministry Training — Organization Profile
Midwest Ministry Training is a church-based training program for future ministers that launched in August 2024. The organization says it exists to train preaching ministers and associate ministers for the local church through a trade school/apprenticeship approach to ministry training rather than a traditional four-year degree path. Based in Vandalia, Missouri, Midwest is organized around churches working together to provide both classroom instruction and hands-on mentoring for students preparing for church ministry.
Its core focus is helping aspiring ministers gain both biblical and practical preparation for local church service. Midwest offers Certificates of Endorsement in Preaching Ministry, Associate Ministry, and Bible Knowledge. For the preaching and associate tracks, the site describes a 20-course sequence that covers subjects such as Bible interpretation, theology, church history, apologetics, preaching, and ministry in the local church. The Bible Knowledge certificate is a shorter option built around five courses. The academic side is presented as rigorous, with lectures, reading, assignments, papers, discussion, and tests.
A distinctive part of the model is its 1,500-hour apprenticeship requirement for students in the preaching and associate ministry tracks. Midwest emphasizes that this is an apprenticeship, not just an internship. Students train under one or more approved ministers in one or more congregations, learning practical ministry skills such as sermon and lesson preparation, baptisms, funerals, weddings, hospital visitation, pastoral care, administration, and working with church teams. The organization also allows students to complete apprenticeship work in more than one church setting so they can experience ministry in multiple contexts.
Midwest serves people exploring ministry and local churches that want to help develop leaders. Its training network has included churches in Missouri, Illinois, and California, and the organization presents itself as a collaborative effort among training churches, supporting churches, teachers, mentors, and administrators. That structure is central to its identity: rather than placing the full burden on one school or one congregation, Midwest distributes the work of minister preparation across multiple churches and leaders.
The website also highlights the importance of doctrinal alignment and character formation. Midwest publishes a statement of faith and says its teachers, mentors, and administrators must affirm and defend those doctrines. Students seeking endorsement in preaching or associate ministry are also expected to demonstrate adherence to that statement of faith. In addition to coursework and apprenticeship hours, candidates must pass a formal examination before receiving a certificate of endorsement.
People can engage with Midwest Ministry Training in several ways. Prospective students can apply for one of the certificate tracks, churches can participate as training or supporting churches, and supporters can use the organization’s payment portal to contribute financially. Those who want more information can contact the ministry directly through its public email, phone number, and mailing address, or follow its official YouTube channel for updates and teaching content.
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Independent Christian ChurchCrossRoads MissionsCrossRoads Missions mobilizes churches and volunteers for hands-on mission trips, construction, disaster recovery, outreach, and ministry…CrossRoads Missions
CrossRoads Missions — Organization Profile CrossRoads Missions is a Christian missions organization that mobilizes churches, groups, families, and individuals for hands-on service. Its stated mission is mobilizing the Church in meaningful mission and service, with a vision of seeing the…
CrossRoads Missions — Organization Profile CrossRoads Missions is a Christian missions organization that mobilizes churches, groups, families, and individuals for hands-on service. Its stated mission is mobilizing the Church in meaningful mission and service, with a vision of seeing the Church passionately mobilized to fulfill the Great Commission through Christ-centered service. CrossRoads Missions is based in Louisville, Kentucky, and serves communities in the United States and Mexico. Its ministry fields include Louisville, Kentucky; Appalachia in Eastern Kentucky; Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico; New Orleans, Louisiana; and East Tennessee. Since 1993, the organization states that it has mobilized more than 250,000 volunteers and partnered with more than 1,000 churches and organizations in the U.S. and Mexico. The organization’s work combines mission trips,…
CrossRoads Missions — Organization Profile
CrossRoads Missions is a Christian missions organization that mobilizes churches, groups, families, and individuals for hands-on service. Its stated mission is mobilizing the Church in meaningful mission and service, with a vision of seeing the Church passionately mobilized to fulfill the Great Commission through Christ-centered service.
CrossRoads Missions is based in Louisville, Kentucky, and serves communities in the United States and Mexico. Its ministry fields include Louisville, Kentucky; Appalachia in Eastern Kentucky; Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico; New Orleans, Louisiana; and East Tennessee. Since 1993, the organization states that it has mobilized more than 250,000 volunteers and partnered with more than 1,000 churches and organizations in the U.S. and Mexico.
The organization’s work combines mission trips, volunteer service projects, construction, home repair, disaster recovery, immigrant and refugee care, youth outreach, medical missions, education, tutoring, evangelism, and language instruction. CrossRoads Missions emphasizes that service projects are not only intended to meet practical needs, but also to build relationships that create opportunities for discipleship and ongoing spiritual care through local churches and ministry partners.
CrossRoads Missions operates through field-based programs and local partnerships. ServeLouisville works with churches, nonprofits, veterans’ ministries, families, and community advocates through construction, outreach, service projects, and community development. In Appalachia, the ministry partners with local churches, community centers, schools, and organizations in Eastern Kentucky through home repairs, cookouts, game nights, outreach, and community relationship-building.
In Piedras Negras, Mexico, CrossRoads Missions supports construction projects, affordable home ownership, education, immigrant care, outreach programs, and ministry in the Piedra Angular neighborhood. Help Build Hope brings construction projects to churches, businesses, schools, conventions, and organizations across the United States, where volunteers frame walls for affordable homes in partnership with housing organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Fuller Center-related partners.
People can engage with CrossRoads Missions by registering for mission trips, joining one-day or multi-day volunteer opportunities, serving through Help Build Hope, applying for internships, giving financially, supporting staff, promoting mission opportunities, praying for field ministries, or partnering as a church or organization. Donations may be made online, and general inquiries are handled through the Louisville office.
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Church of ChristHeritage Christian UniversityHeritage Christian University (HCU) is a Florence, Alabama-based Christian university offering biblical and ministry education through…Heritage Christian University
Heritage Christian University — Organization Profile Heritage Christian University (HCU) is a private Christian university focused on biblical higher education and ministry preparation. HCU states that it exists to help Christians answer God’s call to ministry through a balanced, comprehensive,…
Heritage Christian University — Organization Profile Heritage Christian University (HCU) is a private Christian university focused on biblical higher education and ministry preparation. HCU states that it exists to help Christians answer God’s call to ministry through a balanced, comprehensive, practical education that impacts the whole person. The university serves students pursuing deeper Bible knowledge as well as those preparing for preaching, teaching, and other forms of Christian service. HCU is based in Florence, Alabama, and offers learning options for both campus-based students and those studying at a distance. The university highlights a small-school learning environment, including a 6:1 student-teacher ratio, with faculty members serving as teachers and mentors. HCU also notes that distance learning is a significant part of…
Heritage Christian University — Organization Profile
Heritage Christian University (HCU) is a private Christian university focused on biblical higher education and ministry preparation. HCU states that it exists to help Christians answer God’s call to ministry through a balanced, comprehensive, practical education that impacts the whole person. The university serves students pursuing deeper Bible knowledge as well as those preparing for preaching, teaching, and other forms of Christian service.
HCU is based in Florence, Alabama, and offers learning options for both campus-based students and those studying at a distance. The university highlights a small-school learning environment, including a 6:1 student-teacher ratio, with faculty members serving as teachers and mentors. HCU also notes that distance learning is a significant part of its student community, with many students studying from multiple states and countries.
Academically, HCU offers biblical studies education at multiple levels and describes its aim to challenge students academically, enhance their passion for ministry, and strengthen their skills for service. The university’s undergraduate work includes a structured emphasis on biblical and theological studies alongside general education and applied learning. HCU also provides graduate-level ministry education, supporting students who need flexible schedules and robust theological training.
Beyond degree programs, HCU contributes resources intended to strengthen churches and communities. The university maintains a library and shares teaching and media content through its public resources, including recorded chapel messages and video teaching. Chapel is presented as an integral part of community life, with services held on campus during the academic term and streamed through official channels.
HCU also emphasizes affordability and student support, noting a commitment to scholarship opportunities aimed at helping students graduate with reduced debt. Supporters can engage through giving pathways that help fund students, programs, and university priorities. Prospective students can connect through admissions resources, request information, and apply through the university’s application portal.
HCU’s leadership team is publicly listed and includes the president and senior administrators who oversee student services, academics, advancement, administration, and communications. This structure supports the university’s mission and operations from Florence, Alabama, while serving students who are preparing to communicate the gospel in diverse ministry settings.
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Independent Christian Church3:18 Ministries3:18 Ministries serves the San Carlos Apache Reservation through mentoring, children’s ministry, mission trips, practical service,…3:18 Ministries
3:18 Ministries — Organization Profile 3:18 Ministries is a Christian nonprofit ministry based in Globe, Arizona, serving among the San Carlos Apache people and the San Carlos Apache Reservation. The ministry takes its name from 1 John 3:18, emphasizing love…
3:18 Ministries — Organization Profile 3:18 Ministries is a Christian nonprofit ministry based in Globe, Arizona, serving among the San Carlos Apache people and the San Carlos Apache Reservation. The ministry takes its name from 1 John 3:18, emphasizing love shown through action rather than words alone. Its public materials describe a focus on walking alongside Apache brothers and sisters, mentoring, serving practical needs, and pointing people to Jesus. The ministry’s story is closely connected to Tory and Kara Satter, who first came to San Carlos through short-term mission trips and later moved to Arizona as full-time missionaries. They have served the San Carlos Apache Nation since March 2004, and 3:18 Ministries was formed in February 2010. The ministry describes…
3:18 Ministries — Organization Profile
3:18 Ministries is a Christian nonprofit ministry based in Globe, Arizona, serving among the San Carlos Apache people and the San Carlos Apache Reservation. The ministry takes its name from 1 John 3:18, emphasizing love shown through action rather than words alone. Its public materials describe a focus on walking alongside Apache brothers and sisters, mentoring, serving practical needs, and pointing people to Jesus.
The ministry’s story is closely connected to Tory and Kara Satter, who first came to San Carlos through short-term mission trips and later moved to Arizona as full-time missionaries. They have served the San Carlos Apache Nation since March 2004, and 3:18 Ministries was formed in February 2010. The ministry describes its purpose as coming alongside Apache brothers and sisters through life, mentoring them and pointing them to Christ.
3:18 Ministries serves churches, youth groups, families, children, adults, and community members connected to the San Carlos Apache Reservation. Its work is local and relational, centered near Globe, Arizona, a community just outside the reservation border and about 90 miles east of Phoenix. Partner churches also describe the ministry as meeting needs, mentoring students, helping families, and sharing Jesus among the San Carlos Apache people.
A major part of the ministry’s operation is hosting short-term mission teams. These trips typically combine morning and early-afternoon building projects with late-afternoon children’s ministry. The children’s ministry component is described as a neighborhood outreach with a Vacation Bible School-style format, including singing, Bible teaching, lessons, crafts, and time with local children. The ministry has also noted work connected with housing needs for elderly tribal members through cooperation with local tribal and housing leaders.
3:18 Ministries invites engagement through mission trips, prayer, financial support, and direct contact with the ministry. Churches, youth groups, and families can inquire about short-term mission opportunities, while supporters can follow updates through the ministry website, blog, and Facebook page. The ministry also invites people to request prayer updates or newsletters by email.
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Independent Christian ChurchProject Mañana InternationalProject Mañana International serves vulnerable children and families in the Dominican Republic through clean water, nutrition,…Project Mañana International
Project Mañana International — Organization Profile Project Mañana International is a 501(c)(3) Christian charitable organization that works to share the Gospel and help break the cycle of poverty by investing in impoverished children, their families, and their communities. Its ministry…
Project Mañana International — Organization Profile Project Mañana International is a 501(c)(3) Christian charitable organization that works to share the Gospel and help break the cycle of poverty by investing in impoverished children, their families, and their communities. Its ministry focuses on clean water, nutrition, education, discipling, health, and community development projects in the Dominican Republic. The organization’s U.S. mailing address is in Venice, Florida, through Agape Flights, while its field work is centered in the Dominican Republic. Project Mañana serves communities including San Pablo in Villa González, Ciudad de Dios in Cienfuegos, Dajabón, La Romana, La Vega, La Victoria, Licey, Mao, Moca, Puerto Plata, San Cristóbal, San Francisco de Macorís, San Pedro de Macorís, Santiago, and Santo Domingo. Project…
Project Mañana International — Organization Profile
Project Mañana International is a 501(c)(3) Christian charitable organization that works to share the Gospel and help break the cycle of poverty by investing in impoverished children, their families, and their communities. Its ministry focuses on clean water, nutrition, education, discipling, health, and community development projects in the Dominican Republic.
The organization’s U.S. mailing address is in Venice, Florida, through Agape Flights, while its field work is centered in the Dominican Republic. Project Mañana serves communities including San Pablo in Villa González, Ciudad de Dios in Cienfuegos, Dajabón, La Romana, La Vega, La Victoria, Licey, Mao, Moca, Puerto Plata, San Cristóbal, San Francisco de Macorís, San Pedro de Macorís, Santiago, and Santo Domingo.
Project Mañana began from the mission work of Brian and Nebraska Berman, who co-founded the ministry after Brian moved to the Dominican Republic in 2007 and began developing relationships with local communities. The organization officially opened in 2010 and has developed a ministry model that combines child sponsorship, direct services, discipleship, local employment, and short-term mission participation.
The ministry’s core projects include child sponsorship, clean water distribution, nutrition, Christian education, prison ministry, wellness services, and community development. Its Nutrition Project provides meals to impoverished children, while its Clean Water Project distributes water purification systems to families and communities. Its education work includes Project Mañana Private School and university scholarships, helping students pursue long-term opportunity through learning and support.
Project Mañana also operates the Holistic Care Center in San Pablo, a health and wellness clinic that provides medical, dental, and mental health services. Its Prison Project includes the Institute for Authentic Manhood and the Institute for Authentic Womanhood, which serve incarcerated men and women, prison officials, and surrounding communities through discipleship and life-formation programs.
People can engage with Project Mañana International by sponsoring a child, giving to a project, making a general donation, joining a short-term mission team, supporting a trip participant, applying for internships or missionary service, subscribing for updates, and praying for children, families, staff, and community leaders in the Dominican Republic. Its distinct contribution is a Gospel-centered, locally embedded ministry that connects clean water, nutrition, education, discipleship, wellness care, and mission trips for vulnerable children and families in the Dominican Republic.
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Independent Christian ChurchOne Mission SocietyOne Mission Society is a global Christian mission organization multiplying disciples, churches, leaders, and missionaries through…One Mission Society
One Mission Society — Organization Profile One Mission Society, also known as OMS, is a global Christian mission organization focused on multiplying disciples, churches, leaders, and missionaries through evangelism, discipleship, church planting, and missionary mobilization. Founded in 1901 as The…
One Mission Society — Organization Profile One Mission Society, also known as OMS, is a global Christian mission organization focused on multiplying disciples, churches, leaders, and missionaries through evangelism, discipleship, church planting, and missionary mobilization. Founded in 1901 as The Oriental Missionary Society, OMS began in Japan through the work of Charles and Lettie Cowman, Ernest and Julia Kilbourne, and Japanese evangelist Juji Nakada. The organization is based in Greenwood, Indiana, and serves in more than 85 countries through missionaries, national workers, volunteers, church partners, and global ministries. OMS describes its work as “engaging the one to reach the many,” with an emphasis on training a nation’s sons and daughters to reach their own people for Christ and then partner…
One Mission Society — Organization Profile
One Mission Society, also known as OMS, is a global Christian mission organization focused on multiplying disciples, churches, leaders, and missionaries through evangelism, discipleship, church planting, and missionary mobilization. Founded in 1901 as The Oriental Missionary Society, OMS began in Japan through the work of Charles and Lettie Cowman, Ernest and Julia Kilbourne, and Japanese evangelist Juji Nakada.
The organization is based in Greenwood, Indiana, and serves in more than 85 countries through missionaries, national workers, volunteers, church partners, and global ministries. OMS describes its work as “engaging the one to reach the many,” with an emphasis on training a nation’s sons and daughters to reach their own people for Christ and then partner in reaching others.
OMS operates through a multiplication strategy. Its public materials describe four central areas: multiplying disciples through evangelism and relationships, multiplying churches through church planting, multiplying leaders through training methods such as Train & Multiply, Seed Sowers, and New Village Church Planting, and multiplying missionaries through mobilization efforts such as the 125 by 125 initiative. This strategy reflects the organization’s focus on locally rooted Christian witness that develops indigenous leaders and churches.
The organization’s ministries include long-term, mid-term, short-term, and internship opportunities, along with Embark, a 1- to 12-month cross-cultural mission experience primarily for college-aged young adults. OMS also supports church partners, global projects, prayer resources, missionary sending, theological education, community ministries, and field opportunities in regions such as Africa, Asia-Oceania, Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, and North America.
OMS also participates in broader collaborative efforts, including Billion.Global, a network launched from the vision of former OMS president Bob Fetherlin. Its public resources include Outreach magazine, the Global Impact Report, prayer guides, One Mission Radio archives, missionary stories, and opportunities to support missionaries and projects. These resources help churches and individuals stay connected with the mission’s work across different countries and ministry contexts.
People can engage with One Mission Society by praying, giving, supporting missionaries, giving to projects, applying for mission service, exploring internships, connecting with a missions coach, inviting OMS to speak, or partnering as a church. Its distinct contribution is a long-standing interdenominational mission movement that equips local believers and cross-cultural workers to form Christ-centered communities around the world.
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Church of ChristWorld Christian Broadcasting (WCB)World Christian Broadcasting (WCB), based in Franklin, Tennessee, shares the gospel worldwide via shortwave radio through…World Christian Broadcasting (WCB)
World Christian Broadcasting (WCB) — Organization Profile World Christian Broadcasting (WCB) is a Christian nonprofit that uses shortwave radio broadcasting to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with people in places where broadcast media can be the most effective…
World Christian Broadcasting (WCB) — Organization Profile World Christian Broadcasting (WCB) is a Christian nonprofit that uses shortwave radio broadcasting to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with people in places where broadcast media can be the most effective way to reach listeners. WCB states its mission this way: it exists so that people “in places best served by broadcast media” become aware of the gospel and want to know more. WCB’s operations center is based in Franklin, Tennessee, where programming is produced and coordinated for a wide-reaching broadcast network. From there, the organization supports transmission infrastructure and international production teams to deliver Bible-focused content across the globe, including into regions where access to Christian resources can be limited.…
World Christian Broadcasting (WCB) — Organization Profile
World Christian Broadcasting (WCB) is a Christian nonprofit that uses shortwave radio broadcasting to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with people in places where broadcast media can be the most effective way to reach listeners. WCB states its mission this way: it exists so that people “in places best served by broadcast media” become aware of the gospel and want to know more.
WCB’s operations center is based in Franklin, Tennessee, where programming is produced and coordinated for a wide-reaching broadcast network. From there, the organization supports transmission infrastructure and international production teams to deliver Bible-focused content across the globe, including into regions where access to Christian resources can be limited.
A distinctive feature of WCB’s model is its reliance on shortwave radio, which the organization describes as valuable for reaching remote areas and for crossing borders where other media may be restricted or difficult to access. WCB operates and maintains transmission facilities that keep broadcasts running daily, emphasizing both the technical side (antennas, towers, power generation) and the content side (language services and producers).
WCB identifies two primary broadcast stations. KNLS (“New Life Station”) in Anchor Point, Alaska broadcasts worldwide using shortwave antennas, while MWV in Mahajanga, Madagascar transmits programming that reaches Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond. WCB’s history page notes that KNLS began broadcasting in 1983 (initially in Russian and Chinese), and MWV began broadcasting in 2016 on Easter Sunday, reflecting an expansion from one station to a two-station global footprint.
Programming is developed in multiple language services. WCB’s site highlights language work including Africa, Arabic, Chinese, English, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish, supported by senior producers and teams who shape content for specific audiences. Along with on-air broadcasting, WCB also provides ways for supporters and churches to connect with the ministry through visits, tours, and giving options.
People can engage with WCB by praying for its broadcast teams, supporting station operations financially, and inviting WCB leadership to speak to congregations and groups. Because WCB’s reach depends on both technical reliability and ongoing content creation, partnerships help sustain the ongoing work of maintaining facilities, producing programs, and keeping broadcasts active around the clock.
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Independent Christian ChurchWISE MissionsWISE Missions equips Caribbean churches and leaders through training retreats, theme classes, online studies, church collaboration,…WISE Missions
WISE Missions — Organization Profile WISE Missions is a Christian ministry focused on equipping leaders for the churches of the Caribbean. Formerly known through its long-running work as Windward Islands School of Evangelism, WISE exists to help evangelize Caribbean societies…
WISE Missions — Organization Profile WISE Missions is a Christian ministry focused on equipping leaders for the churches of the Caribbean. Formerly known through its long-running work as Windward Islands School of Evangelism, WISE exists to help evangelize Caribbean societies and encourage growth toward spiritual maturity through the development of leaders for the church. Its current ministry emphasizes teaching, encouragement, and equipping rather than a residential degree program. WISE is publicly connected with Carl Junction, Missouri, and its ministry work is directed toward Caribbean churches and leaders. The ministry’s history began in St. Lucia in 1979, followed by many years of Bible college ministry in St. Vincent from 1980 to 2015 and Barbados from 2015 to 2025. Students came from…
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WISE Missions is a Christian ministry focused on equipping leaders for the churches of the Caribbean. Formerly known through its long-running work as Windward Islands School of Evangelism, WISE exists to help evangelize Caribbean societies and encourage growth toward spiritual maturity through the development of leaders for the church. Its current ministry emphasizes teaching, encouragement, and equipping rather than a residential degree program.
WISE is publicly connected with Carl Junction, Missouri, and its ministry work is directed toward Caribbean churches and leaders. The ministry’s history began in St. Lucia in 1979, followed by many years of Bible college ministry in St. Vincent from 1980 to 2015 and Barbados from 2015 to 2025. Students came from the English-speaking Caribbean and Haiti, and WISE reports more than 300 graduates serving churches in at least 12 countries.
Beginning in 2025, WISE adopted a new ministry model: going to churches in the Caribbean rather than hosting students in one central location. This shift allows the ministry to continue its historical mission while focusing more directly on the needs of local congregations. WISE describes the advantages of this model as focusing on specific church needs, remaining flexible across multiple countries and ministry situations, and partnering with God’s people in Caribbean churches.
WISE now offers training retreats, theme classes, online studies, and church collaboration. Training retreats provide brief periods of teaching and fellowship in various countries. Theme classes are week-long learning opportunities on selected topics. Online studies offer short instruction in biblical and practical subjects, and church collaboration allows WISE to participate in conferences, seminars, and other activities with local churches.
The ministry serves individual church members, church leaders, and congregations seeking practical biblical training. Individuals may attend classes or retreats when offered in their church or area, join online studies, and encourage others to participate. Church leaders may work with WISE to assess specific needs in their congregation, schedule a training retreat or theme class, and invite members to take part in available learning opportunities. WISE states that individuals may participate in any class or study it offers at no charge.
People can engage with WISE Missions by praying for its activities, giving financially, contacting the ministry about training opportunities, or participating in a traveling church team. WISE notes that teams may help with Caribbean trips by leading Vacation Bible School for children while training sessions are underway or by supporting other aspects of training retreats. Churches interested in trip opportunities are encouraged to contact WISE directly for dates, venues, responsibilities, and other details.
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Church of ChristZambia Mission FundZambia Mission Fund supports Namwianga Mission near Kalomo in Southern Province, Zambia, strengthening communities through education,…Zambia Mission Fund
Zambia Mission Fund — Organization Profile Zambia Mission Fund (ZMF) is a Christian nonprofit that supports ministry work centered at Namwianga Mission near Kalomo in Zambia’s Southern Province. The organization describes its purpose as revealing Jesus through education, humanitarian service,…
Zambia Mission Fund — Organization Profile Zambia Mission Fund (ZMF) is a Christian nonprofit that supports ministry work centered at Namwianga Mission near Kalomo in Zambia’s Southern Province. The organization describes its purpose as revealing Jesus through education, humanitarian service, and Christian leadership, with Namwianga serving as a long-established hub where multiple ministry efforts operate side by side. From its U.S. base in Abilene, Texas, Zambia Mission Fund connects churches and supporters to the day-to-day needs of Namwianga’s ministries. The work includes education and leadership development, health care, radio broadcasting, orphan care, and community support services, with a stated aim of combining practical help with spiritual care and encouragement. Education is a core emphasis at Namwianga. Zambia Mission Fund highlights…
Zambia Mission Fund — Organization Profile
Zambia Mission Fund (ZMF) is a Christian nonprofit that supports ministry work centered at Namwianga Mission near Kalomo in Zambia’s Southern Province. The organization describes its purpose as revealing Jesus through education, humanitarian service, and Christian leadership, with Namwianga serving as a long-established hub where multiple ministry efforts operate side by side.
From its U.S. base in Abilene, Texas, Zambia Mission Fund connects churches and supporters to the day-to-day needs of Namwianga’s ministries. The work includes education and leadership development, health care, radio broadcasting, orphan care, and community support services, with a stated aim of combining practical help with spiritual care and encouragement.
Education is a core emphasis at Namwianga. Zambia Mission Fund highlights a secondary school that shapes future leaders, along with additional training pathways such as a college of nursing and teacher preparation. These programs are designed to equip students for service and long-term impact in their communities, strengthening both local congregations and broader civic life through trained professionals and Christian leaders.
Health care is another key focus through Namwianga Mission Hospital, which the organization describes as offering medical services alongside spiritual support such as chapel gatherings and Bible-based counseling. In addition to campus-based care, Zambia Mission Fund supports Zambia Medical Mission, a mobile clinic effort that travels from Namwianga into rural villages in the Southern Province to provide short-term clinics in areas that may not have local medical, dental, or optometric services.
Zambia Mission Fund also supports outreach through Namwianga Christian Radio Station (90.5), which broadcasts in both Tonga and English. Programming includes Bible reading, preaching, music, news, and informational content related to topics like health, education, and Christian family life—an approach that recognizes radio’s reach in communities where television and internet access can be limited.
Care for vulnerable children is woven into the overall ministry footprint through orphan care, including The Haven for infants and young children and Eric’s House for older boys and teens. Beyond direct care, ZMF also provides multiple ways for individuals and churches to engage, including giving to specific ministries, supporting “where needed most,” and participating through its annual gift catalog and other giving tools that help sustain Namwianga’s ongoing work.
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Church of ChristYork UniversityYork University (YorkU) is a private university in York, Nebraska affiliated with churches of Christ, offering…York University
York University — Organization Profile York University (YorkU) is a private, faith-based university located in York, Nebraska, and affiliated with the churches of Christ. Since 1956, the university has maintained this relationship, noting that a majority of trustees and all…
York University — Organization Profile York University (YorkU) is a private, faith-based university located in York, Nebraska, and affiliated with the churches of Christ. Since 1956, the university has maintained this relationship, noting that a majority of trustees and all senior administrators are active members of a church of Christ, while also stating that there has never been a membership requirement for students. The university frames its identity around Christ-centered education and a campus culture shaped by Christian commitments. YorkU describes its mission as transforming lives through Christ-centered education and equipping students for lifelong service to God, family, and society. That mission shows up in both academic pathways and campus life, with undergraduate study supported by faculty and student services,…
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York University (YorkU) is a private, faith-based university located in York, Nebraska, and affiliated with the churches of Christ. Since 1956, the university has maintained this relationship, noting that a majority of trustees and all senior administrators are active members of a church of Christ, while also stating that there has never been a membership requirement for students. The university frames its identity around Christ-centered education and a campus culture shaped by Christian commitments.
YorkU describes its mission as transforming lives through Christ-centered education and equipping students for lifelong service to God, family, and society. That mission shows up in both academic pathways and campus life, with undergraduate study supported by faculty and student services, and with intentional spiritual formation opportunities woven into the broader experience of learning and community.
In addition to traditional academic programming, YorkU maintains a visible set of resources that serve churches and ministry leaders. Through its Church Relations efforts, the university prioritizes strengthening ties with congregations by offering ministry-facing resources. These include a ministry job posting board (Ministry Openings) and events such as the Equip Conference, designed for church leaders, as well as an emphasis on supporting congregational leadership and ministry staff.
YorkU also operates programs that connect faith, service, and community impact. The university highlights Soul Quest, a summer camp for middle school and high school students, and notes that it has been held annually since 1981. For students pursuing ministry-focused study, YorkU also describes a Church Internship Program connected to its Bible department, with internships required for Bible majors and additional opportunities available for other students through summer ministry programs.
Supporters can engage with YorkU in practical ways through giving and partnership. The university’s giving initiatives include ongoing projects such as the Second Chance Program connected to the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women and the Alumni Love Project, alongside broader support such as scholarships. Prospective students and families can connect with admissions to explore enrollment pathways, and churches can engage YorkU through events, resources, and ministry connections tied to the university’s churches of Christ relationships.
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Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies (SEIBS) Lectureship — Organization Profile The Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies (SEIBS) is a preacher-training school that traces its roots to 1971, when it began as the East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions. Based…
Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies (SEIBS) Lectureship — Organization Profile The Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies (SEIBS) is a preacher-training school that traces its roots to 1971, when it began as the East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee (at the Karns church of Christ), SEIBS exists to train godly men to be effective gospel preachers through a structured course of Bible study and ministry preparation. The SEIBS Lectureship is an extension of that same training emphasis—an annual, theme-driven series of Bible lessons that gathers teachers, students, and guests for concentrated instruction. While the lectureship is a specific gathering, its impact is designed to last well beyond the in-person schedule. SEIBS organizes lectures around a central…
Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies (SEIBS) Lectureship — Organization Profile
The Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies (SEIBS) is a preacher-training school that traces its roots to 1971, when it began as the East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee (at the Karns church of Christ), SEIBS exists to train godly men to be effective gospel preachers through a structured course of Bible study and ministry preparation.
The SEIBS Lectureship is an extension of that same training emphasis—an annual, theme-driven series of Bible lessons that gathers teachers, students, and guests for concentrated instruction. While the lectureship is a specific gathering, its impact is designed to last well beyond the in-person schedule. SEIBS organizes lectures around a central theme and makes the teaching widely usable for ongoing learning, preaching preparation, and congregational study.
A key distinctive of the SEIBS Lectureship is the way it is preserved and shared. SEIBS maintains an online resource hub that points to lectureship video collections from multiple years, allowing churches and individuals to access organized teaching without needing to track down individual sessions. These archives make the lectureship practical for Bible class series planning, leadership training, and personal study—especially when a congregation wants several coordinated lessons on a unified topic.
The lectureship also reflects SEIBS’s broader goal of equipping preachers with both biblical depth and ministry readiness. SEIBS describes objectives such as instilling knowledge of the entire Bible, strengthening understanding of the Lord’s church and biblical Christianity, and cultivating growth through disciplined study. In that sense, lectureship content is not a side project—it functions as a curated “sample” of the kind of instruction SEIBS aims to develop in students and share with supporting congregations.
Because SEIBS is connected to the work of the Karns church of Christ, the lectureship sits within a congregational ministry context. That relationship shapes the tone of the teaching and the practical aim: lessons are intended to serve local churches, encourage faithfulness, and strengthen preaching ministries. Although SEIBS is located in East Tennessee, its lectureship resources are used by congregations and individuals well beyond the Knoxville area through published recordings and downloadable materials.
People can engage with the SEIBS Lectureship in several evergreen ways: by watching archived lectureship sessions for continuing education, using themed lessons for group study, sharing resources with elders and ministry teams, and supporting SEIBS financially so the school can continue training and resourcing preachers. Churches can also connect directly with SEIBS for information about the school, its faculty, and how lectureship materials can serve their teaching and preaching needs.
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Church of ChristGospel Chariot MissionsGospel Chariot Missions (GCM), based in Pretoria, South Africa, uses purpose-built “gospel chariot” trucks and 4…Gospel Chariot Missions
Gospel Chariot Missions — Organization Profile Gospel Chariot Missions (GCM) is a Christian missions organization focused on evangelism and disciple-making through a distinctive mobile approach. Based in Pretoria, South Africa, GCM describes its work as reaching people who are still…
Gospel Chariot Missions — Organization Profile Gospel Chariot Missions (GCM) is a Christian missions organization focused on evangelism and disciple-making through a distinctive mobile approach. Based in Pretoria, South Africa, GCM describes its work as reaching people who are still seeking Christ while also supporting existing churches as they carry out local mission efforts. The ministry’s name comes from its purpose-built “gospel chariots”—trucks designed to function as a traveling preaching and teaching platform. GCM’s stated mission is to “invade Africa and the world” with Gospel Chariots preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and multiplying disciples and churches everywhere. The organization organizes its work by regions—Southern Africa, East Africa, and West Africa—and also publishes updates under “Beyond Africa,” reflecting a broader…
Gospel Chariot Missions — Organization Profile
Gospel Chariot Missions (GCM) is a Christian missions organization focused on evangelism and disciple-making through a distinctive mobile approach. Based in Pretoria, South Africa, GCM describes its work as reaching people who are still seeking Christ while also supporting existing churches as they carry out local mission efforts. The ministry’s name comes from its purpose-built “gospel chariots”—trucks designed to function as a traveling preaching and teaching platform.
GCM’s stated mission is to “invade Africa and the world” with Gospel Chariots preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and multiplying disciples and churches everywhere. The organization organizes its work by regions—Southern Africa, East Africa, and West Africa—and also publishes updates under “Beyond Africa,” reflecting a broader global emphasis in its reporting and training activity.
A defining feature of GCM is the construction and deployment of trucks that serve as a “church on wheels.” According to the organization, these vehicles can include sleeping quarters for evangelists, storage for literature and supplies, and a stage with a sound system for public preaching. GCM also notes the inclusion of a large tent and a baptistery to support teaching, gatherings, and immediate responses when people want to be baptized. This setup is designed for campaign-style outreach as well as follow-up visits as teams revisit areas on an ongoing schedule.
Alongside public evangelism, GCM emphasizes discipleship multiplication training using the “4 Fields” tools (presented through its partnership with Gospel Share Missions). The organization describes equipping believers and local leaders with reproducible methods for sharing the gospel and forming disciple-making groups. GCM also points people who want deeper study toward short-term schools and degree pathways through partner institutions, including Nations University, and it highlights relationships with World Bible School as part of its broader resourcing strategy.
Gospel Chariot Missions invites churches and individuals to engage through prayer, financial support, and staying connected through its updates and reports. For supporters, the organization provides online giving options and a planned giving pathway. For partners and interested learners, its website centralizes mission information, training tools connections, and ongoing regional reports that show where teams are serving and what training initiatives are underway.
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Independent Christian ChurchChina Outreach MinistriesChina Outreach Ministries serves Chinese students and scholars at American universities through hospitality, practical support, Bible…China Outreach Ministries
China Outreach Ministries — Organization Profile China Outreach Ministries (COM) is a Christian mission organization focused on international student ministry among Chinese students, scholars, researchers, and professionals studying or working in American university settings. The organization describes its mission as…
China Outreach Ministries — Organization Profile China Outreach Ministries (COM) is a Christian mission organization focused on international student ministry among Chinese students, scholars, researchers, and professionals studying or working in American university settings. The organization describes its mission as “Giving Christ to China’s Future Leaders” by sharing Christ’s love and truth, developing caring relationships, leading people to faith, discipling new believers, and preparing them to become multiplying Christian leaders. COM is based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, and serves in university communities across the United States. Its listed campus locations include university communities in Arizona, California, Colorado, Washington, DC, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia,…
China Outreach Ministries — Organization Profile
China Outreach Ministries (COM) is a Christian mission organization focused on international student ministry among Chinese students, scholars, researchers, and professionals studying or working in American university settings. The organization describes its mission as “Giving Christ to China’s Future Leaders” by sharing Christ’s love and truth, developing caring relationships, leading people to faith, discipling new believers, and preparing them to become multiplying Christian leaders.
COM is based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, and serves in university communities across the United States. Its listed campus locations include university communities in Arizona, California, Colorado, Washington, DC, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. Through these campus communities, COM serves Chinese students and scholars who are temporarily living in North America for study, research, or professional development.
The organization’s work centers on hospitality, friendship, practical service, Bible studies, evangelism, discipleship, and leadership development. COM staff and volunteers help Chinese students and scholars adapt to life in America through social activities, transportation, cultural orientation, conversational English, trips, fellowship groups, and other forms of practical support. As relationships develop, staff and volunteers also share Christian teaching and invite students into Bible study and discipleship.
COM’s approach is relational and campus-based. The organization places campus workers in university communities where Chinese students and scholars are present, while administrative and leadership staff support recruitment, training, finances, communication, and ministry development. COM also works with local churches and other ministries when possible, helping new believers grow in Christian faith and prepare to live as followers of Jesus in their families, communities, and professions.
The ministry also provides tools for people involved in Chinese student ministry. Its resource materials include articles, Bible studies, recipes, skits, evangelism tools, and other downloadable resources created or compiled by COM staff. COM also publishes IMPACT magazine three times per year, sharing testimonies, campus ministry updates, planned giving information, and ministry news for prayer and partner engagement.
People can engage with China Outreach Ministries by praying, giving financially, volunteering, exploring staff opportunities, hosting or befriending Chinese students and scholars, using COM ministry resources, or receiving COM news and IMPACT magazine. Those interested in volunteering or staff roles can contact the organization directly, while donors may give online, by phone, or by mail to the Mechanicsburg office.
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Independent Christian ChurchSay Yes To JapanSay Yes To Japan is a Japan missions resource hub connecting churches, missionaries, potential workers, and…Say Yes To Japan
Say Yes To Japan — Organization Profile Say Yes To Japan is a Christian missions information and networking ministry that serves as an unofficial bulletin board for Christian Church/Church of Christ missionaries in Japan. The ministry showcases current missionaries, points…
Say Yes To Japan — Organization Profile Say Yes To Japan is a Christian missions information and networking ministry that serves as an unofficial bulletin board for Christian Church/Church of Christ missionaries in Japan. The ministry showcases current missionaries, points readers toward resources, and helps churches and individuals better understand the spiritual needs and mission opportunities in Japan. The ministry is associated with the Christian Church / Church of Christ and focuses on Japan, Japanese people, and Japan-related mission connections in the United States and other countries. Say Yes To Japan represents Japan and Japan missionaries each year at the International Conference on Missions, usually held in November. Its website states that the ministry brings decades of Japan missions experience…
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Say Yes To Japan is a Christian missions information and networking ministry that serves as an unofficial bulletin board for Christian Church/Church of Christ missionaries in Japan. The ministry showcases current missionaries, points readers toward resources, and helps churches and individuals better understand the spiritual needs and mission opportunities in Japan.
The ministry is associated with the Christian Church / Church of Christ and focuses on Japan, Japanese people, and Japan-related mission connections in the United States and other countries. Say Yes To Japan represents Japan and Japan missionaries each year at the International Conference on Missions, usually held in November. Its website states that the ministry brings decades of Japan missions experience to this work.
Say Yes To Japan began through a cooperative Japan missions exhibit at the 1999 National Missionary Convention. The exhibit was created to help renew interest in Japan missions, and it has been operated by missionaries on furlough, former missionaries, and mission recruits. That history reflects the ministry’s core role: connecting people who care about Japan with those already serving, praying, recruiting, teaching, or preparing for mission work.
The organization’s website provides several practical resource areas. Its Missionaries section includes photos, summaries, and contact information for current Christian Church/Church of Christ missionaries serving in Japan. Its Job Ideas section points readers toward possibilities such as teaching at Christian schools, teaching English, and exploring creative ministry options. Its Resources section gathers links for Japanese-language Bible study and Christian media, churches in Japan, Japanese language and culture, Japan news, college-related resources, Christian organizations, missionary sending organizations, and prayer and outreach tools.
Say Yes To Japan also serves people who are exploring mission service. The ministry states that it advises potential Japan mission workers of all ages, educates readers on Japan’s spiritual climate, offers strategies for prayer and witnessing to Japanese people living in the United States, connects Japanese seekers to Christians and churches, communicates with missionaries to encourage and assess needs, and networks with missionaries of other denominations, Christian organizations, and campus ministries.
People can engage with Say Yes To Japan by using its missionary directory, contacting the ministry for personalized guidance, visiting its ICOM exhibit, exploring job and mission resources, praying for Japan, sharing Japan-related mission needs, and connecting with missionaries or sending agencies listed on the site. Its distinct contribution is a specialized Japan missions hub that connects churches, potential workers, missionaries, seekers, and resource organizations for Gospel work among Japanese people.
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Independent Christian ChurchInternational Friendship MinistriesInternational Friendship Ministries serves international students and scholars through Christian hospitality, English practice, weekly dinners, friendship…International Friendship Ministries
International Friendship Ministries — Organization Profile International Friendship Ministries, also known as IFM, is a Christian ministry based in Columbia, South Carolina. Founded in 1981 by Dr. Raj Aluri, the ministry began after his own experience as an international student…
International Friendship Ministries — Organization Profile International Friendship Ministries, also known as IFM, is a Christian ministry based in Columbia, South Carolina. Founded in 1981 by Dr. Raj Aluri, the ministry began after his own experience as an international student from India studying at the University of South Carolina. IFM seeks to demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ to international students through sincere friendship, service, hospitality, practical help, and connections with local Christians. The organization’s core focus is serving international students, scholars, their families, and foreign-born people by connecting them with Christian friendship, practical assistance, English practice, Bible study opportunities, and local church relationships. IFM’s giving site describes its goal as educating, encouraging, training, helping, and involving local churches in…
International Friendship Ministries — Organization Profile
International Friendship Ministries, also known as IFM, is a Christian ministry based in Columbia, South Carolina. Founded in 1981 by Dr. Raj Aluri, the ministry began after his own experience as an international student from India studying at the University of South Carolina. IFM seeks to demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ to international students through sincere friendship, service, hospitality, practical help, and connections with local Christians.
The organization’s core focus is serving international students, scholars, their families, and foreign-born people by connecting them with Christian friendship, practical assistance, English practice, Bible study opportunities, and local church relationships. IFM’s giving site describes its goal as educating, encouraging, training, helping, and involving local churches in ministry to internationals, with the aim of spreading the gospel among international students, scholars, families, and foreign-born people in local communities.
IFM serves from Columbia, South Carolina, especially near the University of South Carolina campus, while its history also includes outreach to international students and scholars across a much wider geographic scope. The ministry reports that since 1981 it has reached international students and scholars from more than 150 countries who studied on more than 750 college and university campuses in 48 contiguous states and Hawaii. Its history page also notes branch ministry activity in Orlando, Florida, and Bloomington, Indiana.
The ministry operates through weekly dinners, English conversation and lessons, programs, tours, holiday events, practical help, friendship connections, and volunteer service. IFM hosts Friday night dinners during the school year, followed by classes where international students can interact with Americans and practice English. It also offers special events such as welcome banquets, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine’s, and Easter gatherings, along with hospitality tours to places in South Carolina and other U.S. destinations.
A distinctive part of International Friendship Ministries’ work is using Christian hospitality and local church relationships to help internationals adjust to American life while encountering the love of Christ. IFM provides practical help such as rides to stores, help moving furniture, conversational English support, and access to Bible studies or international classes in local churches for those who want to learn more about the Bible and Christianity. The ministry’s office at 610 Pickens Street is located near the University of South Carolina campus and provides a space for students and scholars to study, meet, and connect.
People can engage with IFM by giving financially, volunteering, teaching or helping with English classes, supporting weekly meals and events, serving through local churches, joining friendship and hospitality efforts, or contacting the ministry directly. Supporters can give through IFM’s online giving site, contact the office, or participate in the ministry’s ongoing work of welcoming internationals with friendship, practical service, and Christian witness.
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Independent Christian ChurchThe Christian Restoration AssociationThe Christian Restoration Association is a Mason, Ohio-based ministry that supports churches through publishing, leadership training,…The Christian Restoration Association
Christian Restoration Association — Organization Profile The Christian Restoration Association (CRA) is a long-standing ministry organization that works with independent Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its stated mission is to extend a helping hand to congregations by equipping them…
Christian Restoration Association — Organization Profile The Christian Restoration Association (CRA) is a long-standing ministry organization that works with independent Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its stated mission is to extend a helping hand to congregations by equipping them with the truth of Scripture and defending and disseminating New Testament Christianity. The organization traces its roots to the Clarke Fund in 1922 and took the name Christian Restoration Association in 1925. The CRA is based in Mason, Ohio, and its work is directed toward churches, ministers, elders, teachers, and Christian workers in Ohio, the United States, and through its publishing ministry to readers beyond the U.S. A central part of the CRA’s work is publishing and teaching. It produces…
Christian Restoration Association — Organization Profile
The Christian Restoration Association (CRA) is a long-standing ministry organization that works with independent Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its stated mission is to extend a helping hand to congregations by equipping them with the truth of Scripture and defending and disseminating New Testament Christianity. The organization traces its roots to the Clarke Fund in 1922 and took the name Christian Restoration Association in 1925. The CRA is based in Mason, Ohio, and its work is directed toward churches, ministers, elders, teachers, and Christian workers in Ohio, the United States, and through its publishing ministry to readers beyond the U.S.
A central part of the CRA’s work is publishing and teaching. It produces The Restoration Herald, a long-running monthly publication focused on biblical teaching, commentary, and Restoration Movement concerns. The organization also publishes books, tracts, and other ministry resources through its bookstore. Alongside print publishing, the CRA makes teaching available through articles, archived issues, and video content connected to conferences and seminars. This combination of publishing and event-based instruction shows that the ministry operates as both a resource center and a support organization for local churches.
The CRA also provides several practical services for congregations. Recycled Riches is one of its best-known programs, offering interest-free loans to qualifying churches, especially those needing help with buildings and early-stage development. The association also oversees the Christian Bible Institute, a self-paced online study program in Bible, theology, church history, and related subjects for Christians who want deeper training outside a traditional college or seminary track. In addition, the organization maintains an evangelists page for churches seeking supply preachers and provides church ministry development support through Associate Director Jim Book, who works with congregations on outreach, leadership development, coaching, and vision casting.
Training and events are another major part of the CRA’s strategy. The association sponsors a Bible conference every two years and also partners in the annual Florida Bible Conference. These gatherings are designed to address current issues facing churches and to provide Bible teaching in a conference setting. The CRA’s ministry model is therefore not built around a single program, but around a mix of publishing, leadership training, financial assistance, conferences, and direct ministry support for local congregations. That makes it especially relevant for churches looking for theological resources as well as hands-on ministry help.
People can engage with the Christian Restoration Association in several ways. Churches and individuals can read or subscribe to The Restoration Herald, enroll in Christian Bible Institute courses, request ministry help, invite one of the listed evangelists or speakers, attend conferences, or contribute financially through the CRA’s general fund or designated efforts such as Recycled Riches. Contact information is publicly listed through the organization’s main office, and the CRA also maintains official social channels where it shares teaching content and ministry updates.
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Independent Christian ChurchNew Life InternationalNew Life International is an Indiana-based Christian nonprofit providing water purification technology, training, innovation, and Gospel-focused…New Life International
New Life International — Organization Profile New Life International, also known as NLI, is a Christian nonprofit ministry focused on bringing safe water and the Gospel of Jesus Christ to people in need through practical technology and ministry partnerships. Since…
New Life International — Organization Profile New Life International, also known as NLI, is a Christian nonprofit ministry focused on bringing safe water and the Gospel of Jesus Christ to people in need through practical technology and ministry partnerships. Since 1998, the organization has used water purification systems and related innovations as tools for physical care, evangelism, and community service. The ministry is based in Underwood, Indiana, and serves communities in more than 80 countries worldwide. Its work is especially directed toward places where unsafe water affects children, families, schools, orphanages, medical clinics, hospitals, prisons, villages, and remote communities. New Life International works with missionaries, pastors, church leaders, volunteers, and partner organizations who identify needs and help deploy solutions. New…
New Life International — Organization Profile
New Life International, also known as NLI, is a Christian nonprofit ministry focused on bringing safe water and the Gospel of Jesus Christ to people in need through practical technology and ministry partnerships. Since 1998, the organization has used water purification systems and related innovations as tools for physical care, evangelism, and community service.
The ministry is based in Underwood, Indiana, and serves communities in more than 80 countries worldwide. Its work is especially directed toward places where unsafe water affects children, families, schools, orphanages, medical clinics, hospitals, prisons, villages, and remote communities. New Life International works with missionaries, pastors, church leaders, volunteers, and partner organizations who identify needs and help deploy solutions.
New Life International’s core solution is a patented water purification system that uses table salt, water, and a 12-volt battery to produce disinfectants that make unsafe water safe for drinking. The organization states that one purifier can serve up to 1,000 people in a community and that its systems can be used in schools, orphanages, medical clinics, and homes. Missionaries, pastors, and church leaders may come to the Underwood campus for a free one-day training on placement and installation.
The ministry has also expanded beyond its original purifier. Its Innovation Center develops additional technologies connected to water treatment, automated purification, wound care, and disinfectants. New Life International describes these tools as part of a wider effort to improve physical and spiritual well-being while supporting Gospel access in communities that may not otherwise have reliable resources.
New Life International’s wound care and disinfectant work uses its purification technology to produce hypochlorous acid for communities with limited access to sterile bandages, safe water, and medical clinics. The ministry also provides manuals in multiple languages and offers training resources for water purification system use and maintenance. These tools support practical deployment in varied field settings.
People can engage with New Life International by donating, volunteering, praying, learning about church partnership, requesting information, or helping assemble and support water purification systems. Volunteer opportunities listed by the ministry include assembling portions of the NLI Water Purification Systems, inventory, grounds maintenance, and ambassador roles. Its distinct contribution is combining water technology, innovation, training, and Gospel partnership to serve communities with both safe water and Christian witness.
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Church of ChristAntioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.)Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) is an annual equipping workshop commonly hosted in O’Fallon, Missouri, training…Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.)
Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) — Organization Profile Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) is an annual equipping workshop hosted by Antioch Collective, a nonprofit ministry that describes its purpose as helping churches pursue “Save. Equip. Send.”—evangelism, disciplemaking, and multiplication. A.C.T.S.…
Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) — Organization Profile Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) is an annual equipping workshop hosted by Antioch Collective, a nonprofit ministry that describes its purpose as helping churches pursue “Save. Equip. Send.”—evangelism, disciplemaking, and multiplication. A.C.T.S. is designed for disciples of Jesus who want hands-on training to become more effective at outreach, evangelism, disciplemaking, church planting, and practical ministry. Antioch Collective’s broader mission is rooted in the conviction that local churches are best positioned to carry disciplemaking forward in their own regions. The organization describes itself as a “community hub and resource network” that fosters relationships between church leaders and provides tools to assist churches in starting regionally supported church planting movements. Within that bigger vision,…
Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) — Organization Profile
Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) is an annual equipping workshop hosted by Antioch Collective, a nonprofit ministry that describes its purpose as helping churches pursue “Save. Equip. Send.”—evangelism, disciplemaking, and multiplication. A.C.T.S. is designed for disciples of Jesus who want hands-on training to become more effective at outreach, evangelism, disciplemaking, church planting, and practical ministry.
Antioch Collective’s broader mission is rooted in the conviction that local churches are best positioned to carry disciplemaking forward in their own regions. The organization describes itself as a “community hub and resource network” that fosters relationships between church leaders and provides tools to assist churches in starting regionally supported church planting movements. Within that bigger vision, A.C.T.S. functions as a concentrated training environment where leaders and members can learn, collaborate, and leave with tools that translate into everyday congregational ministry.
A.C.T.S. is organized around tracks that address multiple ministry contexts rather than a single “main room” experience. The seminar materials describe training lanes such as adult ministry, youth ministry, campus ministry, church planting, service ministries, disciplemaking small groups, and evangelistic Bible study. This multi-track structure makes A.C.T.S. usable for whole ministry teams—preachers, elders, ministry staff, and engaged members—who want shared language and practical next steps for building disciplemaking cultures.
While each year’s specific topics vary, the event’s consistent emphasis is on equipping that is biblically grounded and immediately applicable. Examples of recurring topic areas include effective Bible study methods, mentoring, worship ministry development, teen ministry, campus ministry, biblically based support groups, and practical church planting. The goal is not simply to talk about disciplemaking, but to strengthen the “how” of disciplemaking so churches can help people follow Jesus and grow into mature disciples who also make disciples.
A.C.T.S. is commonly hosted at The Crossings Church St. Charles County in O’Fallon, Missouri, drawing participants from across the United States who are connected to churches of Christ and the Restoration Movement. For those who want to engage, Antioch Collective provides clear entry points: register to attend, bring a team from your congregation, subscribe for updates, and make use of the organization’s free resources (including a free Bible study guide, online lessons, and the Antioch Collective podcast) to continue learning beyond the seminar.
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Independent Christian ChurchJamaica Christian Services USAJamaica Christian Services USA supports Jamaica Bible Seminary through minister training, church support, scholarships, mission teams,…Jamaica Christian Services USA
Jamaica Christian Services USA — Organization Profile Jamaica Christian Services USA, Inc. is a Christian nonprofit based in Lakeland, Florida, connected with Jamaica Bible Seminary and ministry support for churches in Jamaica. Public nonprofit listings describe its purpose as receiving…
Jamaica Christian Services USA — Organization Profile Jamaica Christian Services USA, Inc. is a Christian nonprofit based in Lakeland, Florida, connected with Jamaica Bible Seminary and ministry support for churches in Jamaica. Public nonprofit listings describe its purpose as receiving charitable funds to operate a small Bible seminary in Jamaica and to provide benevolence to Jamaican churches associated with the seminary. The organization’s core focus is leadership and Bible training for preachers, elders, deacons, and teachers serving Churches of Christ and Christian Churches in Jamaica. Jamaica Bible Seminary states that it exists to equip and empower Christ-centered leaders through sound biblical education, spiritual formation, and practical ministry training. Its work is directed toward developing servants who faithfully proclaim the gospel,…
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Jamaica Christian Services USA, Inc. is a Christian nonprofit based in Lakeland, Florida, connected with Jamaica Bible Seminary and ministry support for churches in Jamaica. Public nonprofit listings describe its purpose as receiving charitable funds to operate a small Bible seminary in Jamaica and to provide benevolence to Jamaican churches associated with the seminary.
The organization’s core focus is leadership and Bible training for preachers, elders, deacons, and teachers serving Churches of Christ and Christian Churches in Jamaica. Jamaica Bible Seminary states that it exists to equip and empower Christ-centered leaders through sound biblical education, spiritual formation, and practical ministry training. Its work is directed toward developing servants who faithfully proclaim the gospel, disciple others, and impact their communities, Jamaica, and the world for the glory of God.
Jamaica Christian Services USA serves from Lakeland, Florida, while supporting ministry in Jamaica through Jamaica Bible Seminary and related church work. The seminary’s public materials describe work among churches across the island and identify support for minister training, church assistance, mission teams, storm relief, vacation Bible school efforts, and community aid. Its reported impact includes churches started, students trained, church buildings supported, preacher support, VBS students served, and Jamaican graduates trained for ministry.
The organization operates through charitable support, seminary training, mission teams, scholarships, and church-related projects. Its website invites donors to help cover tuition, board, meals, and travel for minister training, support churches where trained ministers serve, sponsor volunteers in Jamaica, assist with disaster relief, and contribute to construction or community projects. Mission volunteers may include ministers, teachers, tradespeople, professionals, and laypeople who bring skills for teaching, VBS, construction, and community service.
A distinctive part of Jamaica Christian Services USA’s work is supporting Jamaican Christian leaders so they can serve churches and communities within their own cultural context. The ministry’s model emphasizes training and equipping ministers rather than replacing local leadership. Jamaica Bible Seminary also describes a commitment to academic excellence, spiritual integrity, and preparation for leadership marked by wisdom, compassion, and faith in Jesus Christ.
People can engage with Jamaica Christian Services USA by giving financially, sponsoring minister training, supporting mission expansion, helping fund volunteer mission teams, assisting with disaster relief, praying for Jamaica, or contacting the organization directly. Donations may be sent by check payable to Jamaica Christian Services USA, and supporters can use the Jamaica Bible Seminary website to learn more about current needs and ministry updates.
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Independent Christian ChurchCornerstone Chilean MissionCornerstone Chilean Mission serves churches and Spanish-speaking Christians in Santiago, Chile, through Bible teaching, leadership training,…Cornerstone Chilean Mission
Cornerstone Chilean Mission — Organization Profile Cornerstone Chilean Mission is the mission work of Mike and Tabi Boyce, independent missionaries serving in Chile. The mission’s stated focus is to teach the Word, train future leaders, and provide tools for study.…
Cornerstone Chilean Mission — Organization Profile Cornerstone Chilean Mission is the mission work of Mike and Tabi Boyce, independent missionaries serving in Chile. The mission’s stated focus is to teach the Word, train future leaders, and provide tools for study. Their work is centered on strengthening churches and equipping Christian leaders through biblical teaching, preaching, translation, theological resources, and local ministry support. Cornerstone Chilean Mission is based in Santiago, Chile, with support connected through Cornerstone Christian Church in Alliance, Ohio. The mission serves churches, leaders, and Spanish-speaking Christians in Chile and the wider Spanish-speaking world. Mike and Tabi Boyce have served in Chile since December 2009, following earlier internships in Chile and preparation through Bible college and seminary training. The…
Cornerstone Chilean Mission — Organization Profile
Cornerstone Chilean Mission is the mission work of Mike and Tabi Boyce, independent missionaries serving in Chile. The mission’s stated focus is to teach the Word, train future leaders, and provide tools for study. Their work is centered on strengthening churches and equipping Christian leaders through biblical teaching, preaching, translation, theological resources, and local ministry support.
Cornerstone Chilean Mission is based in Santiago, Chile, with support connected through Cornerstone Christian Church in Alliance, Ohio. The mission serves churches, leaders, and Spanish-speaking Christians in Chile and the wider Spanish-speaking world. Mike and Tabi Boyce have served in Chile since December 2009, following earlier internships in Chile and preparation through Bible college and seminary training.
The mission’s primary ministries include Bible and theology classes, preaching, seminars, Bible studies, local church involvement, pastoral and unity meetings, translation, and online theological resources. Mike focuses on teaching and training church leaders, including classes for ministers and churches in areas such as hermeneutics, basic doctrine, and preaching. He has also been involved in preaching, seminars, and the development of Seminario Bíblico Restauración.
Tabi focuses on maintaining a Spanish-language theology website and translating theological articles and books for Spanish-speaking Christians. Her translation work includes maintaining ¿Y qué dice la Biblia?, a theological resource site with articles and materials intended to help Spanish-speaking readers study Scripture and Christian doctrine. She has also worked on translation projects including theological materials by Dr. Jack Cottrell.
Cornerstone Chilean Mission also participates in a variety of supporting ministries as needs arise. These include Bible studies, church ministry, Passover meals, retreats, benevolence, photography, translation support, and assistance to ministries led by Chilean friends and ministers. Some activities, such as radio and video ministry, are described as discontinued or temporarily suspended, while other ministries continue according to current opportunities and needs.
People can engage with Cornerstone Chilean Mission by praying for the Boyce family and the churches they serve, reading newsletters and blog updates, contacting the mission directly, supporting the mission financially, or discussing possible mission group involvement. Donations may be made online, or checks may be mailed to Cornerstone Chilean Mission through the Alliance, Ohio address listed by the mission.
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Independent Christian ChurchFlights for ChristFlights for Christ provides aviation transportation, mercy flights, and humanitarian support for missionaries, mission organizations, and…Flights for Christ
Flights for Christ — Organization Profile Flights for Christ is a Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The organization is dedicated to providing spiritual and material support to missionaries, missionary families, and missions through aviation transportation, mercy…
Flights for Christ — Organization Profile Flights for Christ is a Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The organization is dedicated to providing spiritual and material support to missionaries, missionary families, and missions through aviation transportation, mercy flights, and humanitarian services. Its work uses aircraft and aviation logistics to help move supplies, people, and basic necessities where they are needed. The organization’s core focus is providing aviation transportation for missionaries, mission organizations, and people facing urgent practical needs. Flights for Christ describes its support as both spiritual and material, with aviation serving as a ministry tool. Its public mission information emphasizes transportation for missionaries, humanitarian support, and flights connected with medical needs, family crises, and disaster-related assistance.…
Flights for Christ — Organization Profile
Flights for Christ is a Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The organization is dedicated to providing spiritual and material support to missionaries, missionary families, and missions through aviation transportation, mercy flights, and humanitarian services. Its work uses aircraft and aviation logistics to help move supplies, people, and basic necessities where they are needed.
The organization’s core focus is providing aviation transportation for missionaries, mission organizations, and people facing urgent practical needs. Flights for Christ describes its support as both spiritual and material, with aviation serving as a ministry tool. Its public mission information emphasizes transportation for missionaries, humanitarian support, and flights connected with medical needs, family crises, and disaster-related assistance.
Flights for Christ serves from Mount Vernon, Illinois, with work connected to both the United States and Haiti. Since 2012, the organization has partnered with several mission organizations in Haiti by helping transport needed supplies. It has also assisted with compassion flights within the United States, including non-emergency medical patients and relocations. The International Association of Missionary Aviation describes the ministry’s work as domestic compassion flights and Haitian missionary support.
The organization operates through practical flight-based service rather than a large public program structure. Its work includes transporting supplies to missionaries, moving basic necessities to victims of natural disasters, and helping transport people with medical needs or family crises. Public nonprofit directory information describes Flights for Christ’s program areas in these same categories, with an emphasis on aviation transportation to missionaries and humanitarian needs.
A distinctive part of Flights for Christ’s ministry is using aviation to connect Christian mission support, humanitarian response, and compassion transportation. The organization’s public materials point to a flexible model: flights may support missionaries serving in Haiti, help people in the United States with non-emergency medical or relocation needs, or move supplies connected with disaster response. This allows the ministry to serve both mission partners and individuals facing difficult circumstances.
People can engage with Flights for Christ by contacting the organization directly, following its flight activity through its Facebook page, or supporting its aviation-based mission work. The organization’s website directs visitors to Facebook for current updates and ongoing activity. Supporters, churches, and mission partners can use the listed email address and mailing address to make contact about needs, partnership, or support.
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Church of ChristNortheast Baltimore Bible Institute & CollegeNortheast Baltimore Bible Institute & College (NBBIC) is an online Bible college based in Baltimore, Maryland,…Northeast Baltimore Bible Institute & College
Northeast Baltimore Bible Institute & College — Organization Profile Northeast Baltimore Bible Institute & College (NBBIC) is a Christian Bible college that provides structured Bible and ministry training through an online campus, with coursework organized in clearly defined study levels.…
Northeast Baltimore Bible Institute & College — Organization Profile Northeast Baltimore Bible Institute & College (NBBIC) is a Christian Bible college that provides structured Bible and ministry training through an online campus, with coursework organized in clearly defined study levels. The school describes its mission as supporting the Great Commission by helping people hear and learn the gospel message, and it emphasizes instructional support for a limited student cohort. NBBIC is based at 9420 Belair Road in Baltimore, Maryland, and its program is designed to serve students who want guided coursework without relocating. In its school materials, NBBIC describes itself as an affiliated school connected to the Sunset International Bible Institute (SIBI) curriculum approach, using a blend of Bible instruction…
Northeast Baltimore Bible Institute & College — Organization Profile
Northeast Baltimore Bible Institute & College (NBBIC) is a Christian Bible college that provides structured Bible and ministry training through an online campus, with coursework organized in clearly defined study levels. The school describes its mission as supporting the Great Commission by helping people hear and learn the gospel message, and it emphasizes instructional support for a limited student cohort.
NBBIC is based at 9420 Belair Road in Baltimore, Maryland, and its program is designed to serve students who want guided coursework without relocating. In its school materials, NBBIC describes itself as an affiliated school connected to the Sunset International Bible Institute (SIBI) curriculum approach, using a blend of Bible instruction and ministry-focused principles to support spiritual formation and practical preparation.
The school’s curriculum is organized into multiple tracks and levels. NBBIC outlines Level I (Personal Growth) and Level II (Bible Study) as certificate-oriented study options, while Level III is presented as the Bible Ministry degree level. Within Level III, NBBIC lists Bible Ministry Degree Programs that include both associate- and bachelor-level pathways, with course-count requirements tied to each credential.
NBBIC also promotes several ministry certification pathways. Alongside its study levels, the school lists 5-course Ministry Certification Programs, including options such as a Teacher Certification Program, Leadership Certification Program, Preacher Certification Program, Soul Winning Certification Program, and a Continuing Education Program. These certificate routes are positioned as focused training for students seeking targeted preparation in specific ministry and service areas.
Delivery and participation are oriented toward online learning and structured academic expectations. NBBIC publishes school policies and requirements addressing registration, course progression, transfers, and academic expectations, and it provides a student handbook that outlines study methods and student responsibilities. Prospective students can begin by completing the enrollment and course application forms and reviewing the handbook and enrollment disclaimer.
Those who want to engage with NBBIC can do so in several practical ways: apply as a student, enroll in individual courses, or pursue a certificate or degree pathway over time. The school also provides a pathway for those interested in serving as instructors through an instructor application. For churches and leaders in the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond, NBBIC’s online format offers a way to encourage members toward consistent, guided Bible study while remaining rooted in their local congregations.
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Independent Christian ChurchGospel Broadcasting MissionGospel Broadcasting Mission creates, translates, and broadcasts Christ-centered biblical content through radio, streaming, and The Christians…Gospel Broadcasting Mission
Gospel Broadcasting Mission — Organization Profile Gospel Broadcasting Mission, also known as GBM, is a Christian broadcasting ministry based in Onalaska, Wisconsin. The organization is dedicated to sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with as many people as possible through…
Gospel Broadcasting Mission — Organization Profile Gospel Broadcasting Mission, also known as GBM, is a Christian broadcasting ministry based in Onalaska, Wisconsin. The organization is dedicated to sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with as many people as possible through radio and the Internet. Its public theme is “Until all have heard,” with a focus on broadcasting biblical content to people in spiritually dark, remote, and hard-to-reach areas. The organization’s core focus is creating, producing, translating, and broadcasting Christ-centered biblical content for unreached and least-reached people. Gospel Broadcasting Mission states that its mission is to introduce Christ to those who have never heard his name, offering salvation through him and bringing glory to God. The ministry also emphasizes hope, love,…
Gospel Broadcasting Mission — Organization Profile
Gospel Broadcasting Mission, also known as GBM, is a Christian broadcasting ministry based in Onalaska, Wisconsin. The organization is dedicated to sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with as many people as possible through radio and the Internet. Its public theme is “Until all have heard,” with a focus on broadcasting biblical content to people in spiritually dark, remote, and hard-to-reach areas.
The organization’s core focus is creating, producing, translating, and broadcasting Christ-centered biblical content for unreached and least-reached people. Gospel Broadcasting Mission states that its mission is to introduce Christ to those who have never heard his name, offering salvation through him and bringing glory to God. The ministry also emphasizes hope, love, transformation, truth, and light through gospel-centered broadcasts.
Gospel Broadcasting Mission serves globally, with special emphasis on Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and other unreached regions. It also serves listeners across the United States through The Christians Hour, its stateside broadcast ministry. GBM states that its content is broadcast globally each day in 11 languages through shortwave, AM, and FM radio, while The Christians Hour airs on affiliates around the country and streams online.
The ministry operates through multiple broadcasting channels, including radio, digital streaming, podcasting, program downloads, and archived messages. Its broadcasts include The Christians Hour, which produces 15-minute and 30-minute gospel-centered programs. GBM also distributes radios in least-reached regions so people can access broadcasts where other forms of communication may be limited or unavailable.
A distinctive part of Gospel Broadcasting Mission’s work is using radio and digital media to cross borders, barriers, and boundaries for gospel access. The ministry traces its history to 1952 and continues to focus on remote places where people may have little or no access to the message of Jesus. Its Vision 2026 initiative seeks to broadcast the gospel to five new unreached people groups through radio and to establish teams that can produce broadcasts and connect with listeners.
People can engage with Gospel Broadcasting Mission by praying, giving online, donating by mail, receiving ministry updates, listening to The Christians Hour, sharing programs, or supporting Vision 2026. The ministry also accepts vehicle donations and planned gifts. Churches and individuals can use GBM’s broadcast links, program archive, streaming platforms, and newsletter to stay connected with its gospel broadcasting work.
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Church of ChristThe Christian ChronicleThe Christian Chronicle is an Edmond, Oklahoma-based nonprofit newspaper founded in 1943 that reports on Churches…The Christian Chronicle
The Christian Chronicle — Organization Profile The Christian Chronicle is an international newspaper serving Churches of Christ, producing journalism intended to inform, inspire, and unite Churches of Christ worldwide. Founded in 1943, the Chronicle describes itself as a newspaper committed…
The Christian Chronicle — Organization Profile The Christian Chronicle is an international newspaper serving Churches of Christ, producing journalism intended to inform, inspire, and unite Churches of Christ worldwide. Founded in 1943, the Chronicle describes itself as a newspaper committed to high journalistic standards, publishing both news reporting and clearly labeled opinion content. It is not positioned as a doctrinal or teaching publication; instead, it reports on people, congregations, and ministry developments across the Churches of Christ fellowship. The Chronicle publishes a monthly print edition and maintains an active online news site with ongoing coverage across national and international categories. In addition to articles and features, the platform includes recurring sections such as Opinion, Reviews, Books, Milestones, Classifieds, and a…
The Christian Chronicle — Organization Profile
The Christian Chronicle is an international newspaper serving Churches of Christ, producing journalism intended to inform, inspire, and unite Churches of Christ worldwide. Founded in 1943, the Chronicle describes itself as a newspaper committed to high journalistic standards, publishing both news reporting and clearly labeled opinion content. It is not positioned as a doctrinal or teaching publication; instead, it reports on people, congregations, and ministry developments across the Churches of Christ fellowship.
The Chronicle publishes a monthly print edition and maintains an active online news site with ongoing coverage across national and international categories. In addition to articles and features, the platform includes recurring sections such as Opinion, Reviews, Books, Milestones, Classifieds, and a Calendar, helping readers track events and engage stories that matter to local congregations and leaders. The organization also produces a weekly email newsletter to keep subscribers connected to key updates.
As a nonprofit publication, The Christian Chronicle invites readers to support its work through giving as well as through advertising. The Chronicle’s pages and website include opportunities for churches and organizations to advertise and promote events, while donors can partner financially to sustain reporting, storytelling, and distribution. The Chronicle also offers a “Gift the Chronicle” option that allows supporters to provide subscriptions to others, reflecting its goal of broad access to ministry-focused news.
The Christian Chronicle is published and governed by The Christian Chronicle Inc., an Oklahoma nonprofit corporation. The organization lists a board of trustees that provides oversight and support, and it notes that its trustees, editors, and staff are active members of Churches of Christ. The About page provides an overview of how content is handled: news coverage is presented as statements of fact according to cited sources, while signed columns and reviews reflect the views of their authors.
Readers can engage with The Christian Chronicle in several practical ways: subscribe to the print edition (free in the U.S., with international options), sign up for the email newsletter, follow the Chronicle’s reporting and video content online, submit guest columns or op-eds, and partner financially or through advertising. For churches and leaders who value staying connected to a wider fellowship, the Chronicle functions as a consistent stream of reporting, profiles, and perspective on God’s work in congregations and ministries around the world.
The Christian Chronicle’s office is listed in Edmond, Oklahoma, and its coverage serves Churches of Christ worldwide through both print and digital distribution.
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Independent Christian ChurchPan de VidaPan de Vida is a Gospel-centered mercy ministry in Quito, Ecuador, serving children and families through…Pan de Vida
Pan de Vida — Organization Profile Pan de Vida is an international, Gospel-centered mercy ministry that works to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ while meeting immediate needs among children and families in critical need. The organization is legally established…
Pan de Vida — Organization Profile Pan de Vida is an international, Gospel-centered mercy ministry that works to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ while meeting immediate needs among children and families in critical need. The organization is legally established in the United States and serves through volunteer-based programs focused on hunger relief, education, health care, shelter, microbusiness, empowerment, and emergency relief. The ministry is located in Quito, Ecuador, and serves families living below the poverty line in the peripheral areas of Quito and other communities in Ecuador. Pan de Vida describes its work as helping children, parents, and families break the cycle of poverty while also inviting people into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and helping them develop…
Pan de Vida — Organization Profile
Pan de Vida is an international, Gospel-centered mercy ministry that works to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ while meeting immediate needs among children and families in critical need. The organization is legally established in the United States and serves through volunteer-based programs focused on hunger relief, education, health care, shelter, microbusiness, empowerment, and emergency relief.
The ministry is located in Quito, Ecuador, and serves families living below the poverty line in the peripheral areas of Quito and other communities in Ecuador. Pan de Vida describes its work as helping children, parents, and families break the cycle of poverty while also inviting people into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and helping them develop their God-given potential.
Pan de Vida operates through a practical, community-facing ministry model. Its programs include Hunger Relief, Education, Health, Entrepreneurship, Shelter, and Emergency Relief. The hunger relief program includes preparing and distributing hot meals to people in need, while also sharing the Gospel. The education program supports children through school supplies, backpacks, youth camps, sports, and Vacation Bible School-style outreach.
The ministry’s health program provides medical access and health-related support for beneficiaries, including medical appointments, health fairs, basic screenings, vitamins for children, and attention to malnutrition. Its entrepreneurship program helps selected beneficiaries develop business ideas by providing seed capital in materials. The shelter program includes practical projects such as garbage removal and construction or improvement of bathrooms, kitchens, and small living spaces.
Pan de Vida has also responded to emergencies in Ecuador, including flood relief, earthquake recovery, support for Venezuelan immigrant families, and aid after local disasters. These responses have included food kits, emergency kits, shelters, hygiene kits, medical care, clothing, and other practical assistance. This disaster-response work fits the organization’s larger emphasis on meeting urgent needs while building relationships and long-term community trust.
People can engage with Pan de Vida by donating, volunteering in weekly feeding programs, serving in special programs, applying for internships, joining short-term mission teams, or exploring long-term missionary service. Volunteer and mission opportunities may include cooking, serving meals, playing with children, cleaning, construction projects, children’s programs, sports camps, microbusiness support, teen ministry, communication, planning, and logistics. Its distinct contribution is a Gospel-centered mercy ministry in Quito that combines evangelism, poverty relief, education, health care, shelter, microbusiness support, and volunteer mission opportunities.
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Independent Christian ChurchGlobal Church Growth inc.Global Church Growth Inc. equips churches, missionaries, and ministry leaders through disciple-making training, mentoring, church planting…Global Church Growth inc.
Global Church Growth Inc. — Organization Profile Global Church Growth Inc., also known as Global Church Growth Discipling Ministries or GCGDM, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, non-denominational Christian ministry connected with Sevierville and Seymour, Tennessee. The organization states that its goal…
Global Church Growth Inc. — Organization Profile Global Church Growth Inc., also known as Global Church Growth Discipling Ministries or GCGDM, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, non-denominational Christian ministry connected with Sevierville and Seymour, Tennessee. The organization states that its goal is becoming disciples and its mission is making disciples. Its public materials describe the ministry as providing training, training materials, and support to churches, missionaries, individuals, and ministries around the world. The organization’s core focus is making disciples of Jesus Christ by equipping ethnic, foreign, and national ministries and their leaders with practical training, materials, mentoring, and support. Global Church Growth describes its mission as helping ministries make disciples and foster others in making disciples. Its work is directed toward…
Global Church Growth Inc. — Organization Profile
Global Church Growth Inc., also known as Global Church Growth Discipling Ministries or GCGDM, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, non-denominational Christian ministry connected with Sevierville and Seymour, Tennessee. The organization states that its goal is becoming disciples and its mission is making disciples. Its public materials describe the ministry as providing training, training materials, and support to churches, missionaries, individuals, and ministries around the world.
The organization’s core focus is making disciples of Jesus Christ by equipping ethnic, foreign, and national ministries and their leaders with practical training, materials, mentoring, and support. Global Church Growth describes its mission as helping ministries make disciples and foster others in making disciples. Its work is directed toward strengthening church leaders, new churches, established congregations, and mission partners.
Global Church Growth serves ministries in the United States and internationally, with official materials identifying global work in places such as Cuba, Myanmar, Nepal, Guatemala, Honduras, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Russia, Poland, Mexico, Antigua, Uganda, and other mission contexts. The ministry’s approach emphasizes equipping native leaders to carry on disciple-making work in their own communities.
The organization operates through on-site seminars, church planting support, internships, personal mentoring, foreign missions, and service tracks. Its training includes evangelism, discipleship, leadership, church growth, giftedness, shepherding, and the “Uniquely You” profiling resource. Global Church Growth states that it does not simply present seminars or provide materials, but also offers personal mentoring and monitoring for those who partner with the ministry.
A distinctive part of Global Church Growth’s approach is combining church-growth training with long-term disciple-making systems, mentoring, and leadership development for local ministry leaders. Its founder and director, Dr. Michael R. Householder, developed the “Walk in Discipleship” series after seeing the need to help new believers continue growing as disciples. The ministry’s history includes work in Eastern Europe, Russia, Poland, and other regions where churches have been trained in discipleship and church-growth principles.
People can engage with Global Church Growth by giving financially, praying, joining the email list, inviting the ministry to train leaders, ordering materials through Fishnet Publishers, or contacting the ministry about seminars and service tracks. The organization also asks for support for short-term workers, full-time missionaries, church planting, established church growth, and funds needed to continue its disciple-making ministry.
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Independent Christian ChurchPartner135Partner135 is an Arkansas-based Christian mission agency equipping churches and national leaders for Gospel partnerships, short-term…Partner135
Partner135 — Organization Profile Partner135, also written as Partner 135, is an international Christian mission agency committed to equipping today’s church to reach today’s world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The organization describes its work as empowering the national…
Partner135 — Organization Profile Partner135, also written as Partner 135, is an international Christian mission agency committed to equipping today’s church to reach today’s world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The organization describes its work as empowering the national church where it is by forming strategic partnerships between U.S. disciples and indigenous disciples who serve within specific cultures and geographic regions. The ministry is based in Van Buren, Arkansas, and serves through established work on four continents, including ministry connections in Uganda, South Asia, Romania, Tanzania, Peru, Nepal, India, the Frontier, Kenya, and Egypt. Partner135 works with national pastors, church leaders, missionaries, churches, and mission volunteers to reach unreached, under-reached, and under-served peoples. Partner135 summarizes its ministry approach through…
Partner135 — Organization Profile
Partner135, also written as Partner 135, is an international Christian mission agency committed to equipping today’s church to reach today’s world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The organization describes its work as empowering the national church where it is by forming strategic partnerships between U.S. disciples and indigenous disciples who serve within specific cultures and geographic regions.
The ministry is based in Van Buren, Arkansas, and serves through established work on four continents, including ministry connections in Uganda, South Asia, Romania, Tanzania, Peru, Nepal, India, the Frontier, Kenya, and Egypt. Partner135 works with national pastors, church leaders, missionaries, churches, and mission volunteers to reach unreached, under-reached, and under-served peoples.
Partner135 summarizes its ministry approach through three words: Discover, Develop, and Deploy. The organization seeks to discover unreached and unengaged people groups, develop contextualized strategies with national church leaders, and deploy missionaries, short-term teams, resources, and funds for training and service. This model reflects a focus on local church partnerships, contextual mission strategy, and reproducible leadership development.
Short-term mission mobilization is a major part of Partner135’s work. The organization sends disciples from the United States to serve alongside national pastors and church leaders for one- to three-week mission projects, many of them in remote areas. These trips include sharing the Gospel, meeting practical needs, and supporting ongoing ministry led by local believers.
Partner135 also supports year-round ministry through sponsorships, church planting, pastor support, child and school sponsorship, missionary support, international staff support, project funding, elderly and widow support, and emergency relief. Its giving opportunities emphasize teaching the Gospel, training the next generation of believers, and telling stories of what God is doing through partner ministries around the world.
People can engage with Partner135 by praying, giving, becoming a Gospel Partner, joining the prayer team, supporting a missionary or project, sponsoring children or schools, joining a short-term mission trip, or contacting the organization about mobilization. Its distinct contribution is connecting U.S. churches and disciples with national church leaders to advance Gospel work among unreached and underserved communities through partnership, training, mobilization, and practical support.
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Church of ChristGreat Cities MissionsGreat Cities Missions (GCM) is based in Addison, Texas, and supports church-planting teams serving Spanish- and…Great Cities Missions
Great Cities Missions — Organization Profile Great Cities Missions (GCM) is a mission agency devoted to “Sharing Christ with the Latin World” by helping missionary teams plant churches and develop leaders in major urban centers. From its base in Addison,…
Great Cities Missions — Organization Profile Great Cities Missions (GCM) is a mission agency devoted to “Sharing Christ with the Latin World” by helping missionary teams plant churches and develop leaders in major urban centers. From its base in Addison, Texas, the ministry focuses on Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking communities across the Latin World, partnering with churches and missionaries to establish congregations that can thrive long-term in their local context. GCM’s stated mission reaches beyond church planting alone. Alongside training and teaching, the organization describes a commitment to practical compassion—helping meet basic needs such as clothing, food, and shelter while pointing people to Christ and supporting local believers as they grow in faith. The long-term aim is multiplication: helping new believers…
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Great Cities Missions (GCM) is a mission agency devoted to “Sharing Christ with the Latin World” by helping missionary teams plant churches and develop leaders in major urban centers. From its base in Addison, Texas, the ministry focuses on Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking communities across the Latin World, partnering with churches and missionaries to establish congregations that can thrive long-term in their local context.
GCM’s stated mission reaches beyond church planting alone. Alongside training and teaching, the organization describes a commitment to practical compassion—helping meet basic needs such as clothing, food, and shelter while pointing people to Christ and supporting local believers as they grow in faith. The long-term aim is multiplication: helping new believers and churches become leaders, teachers, and missionaries who can carry the gospel throughout their own communities, cities, and nations.
A distinctive emphasis of Great Cities Missions is the life-cycle care of missionary families. The organization equips missionaries through preparation that includes language readiness, team dynamics, and urban church-planting strategy, and it also provides ongoing support while families live overseas. That care continues through transitions, including guidance and support for re-entry when missionaries return to their home culture.
Great Cities Missions also articulates a clear vision for its church-planting strategy: to see a “main avenue” church planted in every major city of the Latin World. In practical terms, GCM comes alongside teams with what they need to establish a strong, healthy church in a city’s central hub so that the congregation can reach more people and become a stable light for Christ in the region.
With decades of ministry experience, Great Cities Missions reports that more than 100 missionary families are embedded in communities and churches throughout the Latin World, and that, using its recruiting and training model, 250+ congregations are now meeting, teaching, and serving their communities. Individuals who sense a call to missions can explore GCM’s application pathway and missionary forms, while churches and supporters can engage through prayer, giving, and following ministry updates and stories from the field.
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David C Cook is a nonprofit Christian publisher that has served the church since 1875, when David Caleb Cook began producing Sunday school materials in Chicago. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, David C Cook equips churches, teachers, and…
David C Cook is a nonprofit Christian publisher that has served the church since 1875, when David Caleb Cook began producing Sunday school materials in Chicago. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, David C Cook equips churches, teachers, and families with Bible curriculum, books, and discipleship resources that help people know and follow Jesus. Today the ministry is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Its work includes Sunday school and small-group curriculum for every age, Christian books and Bible resources, and resources used by churches and ministry leaders around the world. Christian Standard is grateful for David C Cook’s long commitment to Bible teaching in the local church.
David C Cook is a nonprofit Christian publisher that has served the church since 1875, when David Caleb Cook began producing Sunday school materials in Chicago. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, David C Cook equips churches, teachers, and families with Bible curriculum, books, and discipleship resources that help people know and follow Jesus.
Today the ministry is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Its work includes Sunday school and small-group curriculum for every age, Christian books and Bible resources, and resources used by churches and ministry leaders around the world.
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Central Bible University (CBU), formerly Central Christian College of the Bible, is a Christian institution based in Moberly, Missouri, committed to preparing biblical servants for a faithful life of kingdom ministry. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, CBU equips…
Central Bible University (CBU), formerly Central Christian College of the Bible, is a Christian institution based in Moberly, Missouri, committed to preparing biblical servants for a faithful life of kingdom ministry. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, CBU equips students for service in the church, the marketplace, and the mission field through biblical education, spiritual formation, and practical ministry preparation. Founded in 1957, Central builds on its Restoration Movement heritage with an emphasis on the authority of Scripture and the development of faithful Christian leaders. Its educational offerings include undergraduate study, graduate ministry education through the Russell School of Ministry, and learning opportunities beyond its residential campus. Students can pursue preparation in Bible and theology, ministry, Christian counseling, and…
Central Bible University (CBU), formerly Central Christian College of the Bible, is a Christian institution based in Moberly, Missouri, committed to preparing biblical servants for a faithful life of kingdom ministry. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, CBU equips students for service in the church, the marketplace, and the mission field through biblical education, spiritual formation, and practical ministry preparation.
Founded in 1957, Central builds on its Restoration Movement heritage with an emphasis on the authority of Scripture and the development of faithful Christian leaders. Its educational offerings include undergraduate study, graduate ministry education through the Russell School of Ministry, and learning opportunities beyond its residential campus. Students can pursue preparation in Bible and theology, ministry, Christian counseling, and partnership programs that connect biblical learning with additional career pathways.
Central adopted the name Central Bible University in June 2026 to reflect the growing scope of its programs, locations, and audiences while preserving its biblical mission. Through Christian community, service, and ministry experience, CBU helps students put their education into practice. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening congregations and preparing leaders who will serve Christ and his church faithfully.
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Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works…
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works alongside missionaries, indigenous churches, and ministry partners to support sustainable healthcare projects, deliver medical supplies and equipment, and mobilize short-term mission teams that open doors for both physical healing and gospel witness. Founded in 1970 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, FAME is driven by a vision to be a global leader in evangelism through healthcare. Its ministry model emphasizes compassion, empowerment, sustainability, and partnership, helping local Christian leaders meet pressing health needs while strengthening long-term ministry effectiveness in their communities.…
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works alongside missionaries, indigenous churches, and ministry partners to support sustainable healthcare projects, deliver medical supplies and equipment, and mobilize short-term mission teams that open doors for both physical healing and gospel witness.
Founded in 1970 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, FAME is driven by a vision to be a global leader in evangelism through healthcare. Its ministry model emphasizes compassion, empowerment, sustainability, and partnership, helping local Christian leaders meet pressing health needs while strengthening long-term ministry effectiveness in their communities. Through clinics, medical resources, training, and strategic project support, FAME serves vulnerable people in practical ways that reflect the love of Christ.
FAME also invites churches, donors, volunteers, and ministry partners to take part in meaningful global mission through giving, medical supply donations, prayer, and short-term service opportunities. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, compassionate ministry, and advancing Christ-centered outreach that brings both spiritual hope and tangible care to communities around the world.
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Great Lakes Christian College is a Christ-centered institution of higher education affiliated with Christian Churches/Churches of Christ, committed to preparing students to be faithful servant-leaders in the church and world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Great Lakes Christian…
Great Lakes Christian College is a Christ-centered institution of higher education affiliated with Christian Churches/Churches of Christ, committed to preparing students to be faithful servant-leaders in the church and world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Great Lakes Christian College serves students through biblically grounded education, spiritual formation, and practical leadership development designed to equip the next generation for Christian service and Kingdom impact. Located in Lansing, Michigan, Great Lakes Christian College combines academic growth, spiritual maturity, and personal development in a close-knit Christian community. The college emphasizes Scripture-centered learning and ministry preparation, helping students grow in faith, develop leadership skills, and pursue their calling with conviction, humility, and purpose. With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Great Lakes…
Great Lakes Christian College is a Christ-centered institution of higher education affiliated with Christian Churches/Churches of Christ, committed to preparing students to be faithful servant-leaders in the church and world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Great Lakes Christian College serves students through biblically grounded education, spiritual formation, and practical leadership development designed to equip the next generation for Christian service and Kingdom impact.
Located in Lansing, Michigan, Great Lakes Christian College combines academic growth, spiritual maturity, and personal development in a close-knit Christian community. The college emphasizes Scripture-centered learning and ministry preparation, helping students grow in faith, develop leadership skills, and pursue their calling with conviction, humility, and purpose.
With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Great Lakes Christian College continues to strengthen churches and ministries by preparing graduates for leadership in congregational ministry, Christian service, and the wider world. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical truth, Christian higher education, and equipping believers to serve faithfully in their churches, communities, and vocations.
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Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s…
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s resources, and Christian content designed to equip believers, strengthen faith, and help readers engage the truth of Scripture in everyday life. Founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor, Tyndale has become one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. The organization publishes trusted nonfiction, fiction, Bible resources, and children’s materials, including products connected to the New Living Translation, with a long-standing emphasis on biblical faithfulness, accessibility, and spiritual encouragement for readers of all ages. Tyndale’s impact…
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s resources, and Christian content designed to equip believers, strengthen faith, and help readers engage the truth of Scripture in everyday life.
Founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor, Tyndale has become one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. The organization publishes trusted nonfiction, fiction, Bible resources, and children’s materials, including products connected to the New Living Translation, with a long-standing emphasis on biblical faithfulness, accessibility, and spiritual encouragement for readers of all ages.
Tyndale’s impact also extends beyond publishing. Because its profits help support the broader ministry work of the Tyndale House Foundation, the organization’s work contributes to gospel-centered initiatives around the world. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical truth, Christian publishing, and resourcing the church with Christ-centered materials that inform, encourage, and inspire.
Lifeline Christian Mission
Lifeline Christian Mission is a global nonprofit ministry that partners with local leaders to develop holistic, gospel-centered solutions for vulnerable communities around the world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Lifeline Christian Mission serves churches, families, and communities by…
Lifeline Christian Mission is a global nonprofit ministry that partners with local leaders to develop holistic, gospel-centered solutions for vulnerable communities around the world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Lifeline Christian Mission serves churches, families, and communities by investing in four key areas of impact: church development, youth, health and nutrition, and economic empowerment. Since 1980, Lifeline Christian Mission has worked alongside local ministry leaders who understand the needs, culture, and strengths of their own communities. Rather than imposing one-size-fits-all programs, Lifeline focuses on sustainable, community-driven ministry that helps churches become centers of hope, discipleship, and practical care. Through leadership development, schools, nutrition programs, healthcare access, business training, and other ministry initiatives, Lifeline helps create long-term change that…
Lifeline Christian Mission is a global nonprofit ministry that partners with local leaders to develop holistic, gospel-centered solutions for vulnerable communities around the world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Lifeline Christian Mission serves churches, families, and communities by investing in four key areas of impact: church development, youth, health and nutrition, and economic empowerment.
Since 1980, Lifeline Christian Mission has worked alongside local ministry leaders who understand the needs, culture, and strengths of their own communities. Rather than imposing one-size-fits-all programs, Lifeline focuses on sustainable, community-driven ministry that helps churches become centers of hope, discipleship, and practical care. Through leadership development, schools, nutrition programs, healthcare access, business training, and other ministry initiatives, Lifeline helps create long-term change that reflects the love of Christ.
Lifeline Christian Mission also creates meaningful opportunities for churches, families, businesses, and individuals to engage in God’s mission through giving, meal-packing, mission trips, and strategic partnership. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, compassionate ministry, and equipping the church to bring spiritual and practical transformation to communities around the world.
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Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation…
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation management, event coordination, social media scheduling, text and email automations, sermon management, church websites, and custom app development. Created to solve the real problems many ministers face with fragmented systems and rising software costs, Connect My Church offers an all-in-one platform designed specifically for ministry. Its flat-rate pricing, unlimited-user model, and integrated communication tools help churches stay focused on discipleship, outreach, and caring for people instead of juggling disconnected platforms. Beyond serving churches today, Connect My Church is also helping…
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation management, event coordination, social media scheduling, text and email automations, sermon management, church websites, and custom app development.
Created to solve the real problems many ministers face with fragmented systems and rising software costs, Connect My Church offers an all-in-one platform designed specifically for ministry. Its flat-rate pricing, unlimited-user model, and integrated communication tools help churches stay focused on discipleship, outreach, and caring for people instead of juggling disconnected platforms.
Beyond serving churches today, Connect My Church is also helping fund the development of future ministry technology through its vision for Global Kingdom Impact Tools. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping churches, serving Christian leaders, and building practical tools that advance the mission of Jesus both locally and around the world.
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International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) is a global relief and disciple-making ministry that exists to meet the physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard,…
International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) is a global relief and disciple-making ministry that exists to meet the physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, IDES serves churches, missionaries, and vulnerable communities through disaster response, development work, and disciple-making efforts that bring both practical help and gospel hope. Working in partnership with Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, IDES responds when disasters strike in the United States and internationally, helping provide relief, rebuilding support, and long-term restoration. The organization also invests in sustainable development initiatives and ministry partnerships that strengthen communities while opening doors for evangelism, biblical teaching, and ongoing discipleship. With a long-standing commitment…
International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) is a global relief and disciple-making ministry that exists to meet the physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, IDES serves churches, missionaries, and vulnerable communities through disaster response, development work, and disciple-making efforts that bring both practical help and gospel hope.
Working in partnership with Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, IDES responds when disasters strike in the United States and internationally, helping provide relief, rebuilding support, and long-term restoration. The organization also invests in sustainable development initiatives and ministry partnerships that strengthen communities while opening doors for evangelism, biblical teaching, and ongoing discipleship.
With a long-standing commitment to compassion, generosity, evangelism, and faithful stewardship, IDES has become a trusted partner for churches and individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in times of crisis and need. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, Christ-centered service, and helping the church bring help and hope to hurting people around the world.
Relational Discipleship Network
Relational Discipleship Network (RDN) is a missions organization focused on helping churches restore the Great Commission through relational disciple-making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RDN equips pastors and church leaders through DiscipleShift training, coaching groups, memberships, and practical…
Relational Discipleship Network (RDN) is a missions organization focused on helping churches restore the Great Commission through relational disciple-making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RDN equips pastors and church leaders through DiscipleShift training, coaching groups, memberships, and practical resources that help churches build reproducible disciple-making cultures rooted in intentional relationships. Rather than relying on program-driven ministry models alone, Relational Discipleship Network emphasizes the method and model of Jesus, helping leaders create discipleship cultures that are personal, relational, and sustainable. Through immersive training experiences, ongoing coaching, and supportive ministry community, RDN helps church leaders develop clear pathways for making disciples who make disciples. RDN also serves churches through START and SHIFT membership options, digital resources, events, and network connection…
Relational Discipleship Network (RDN) is a missions organization focused on helping churches restore the Great Commission through relational disciple-making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RDN equips pastors and church leaders through DiscipleShift training, coaching groups, memberships, and practical resources that help churches build reproducible disciple-making cultures rooted in intentional relationships.
Rather than relying on program-driven ministry models alone, Relational Discipleship Network emphasizes the method and model of Jesus, helping leaders create discipleship cultures that are personal, relational, and sustainable. Through immersive training experiences, ongoing coaching, and supportive ministry community, RDN helps church leaders develop clear pathways for making disciples who make disciples.
RDN also serves churches through START and SHIFT membership options, digital resources, events, and network connection for leaders who want to lead lasting culture change in their congregations. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the church, equipping disciple-making leaders, and advancing Christ-centered ministry across the United States and beyond.
The Solomon Foundation
The Solomon Foundation is a leading church extension fund serving churches and ministries across the Restoration Movement. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Solomon Foundation helps fuel church growth by connecting investors with expanding congregations, providing loans, investment…
The Solomon Foundation is a leading church extension fund serving churches and ministries across the Restoration Movement. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Solomon Foundation helps fuel church growth by connecting investors with expanding congregations, providing loans, investment opportunities, and planned giving solutions that strengthen local ministries and support long-term Kingdom impact. Known for its strong commitment to biblical stewardship and practical ministry support, The Solomon Foundation works alongside church leaders who are seeking to grow, build, expand, or take important next steps in their mission. Their work helps congregations access financial resources that can make new facilities, ministry expansion, and community outreach possible. Through its focus on financial partnerships that grow the Kingdom, The Solomon Foundation has…
The Solomon Foundation is a leading church extension fund serving churches and ministries across the Restoration Movement. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Solomon Foundation helps fuel church growth by connecting investors with expanding congregations, providing loans, investment opportunities, and planned giving solutions that strengthen local ministries and support long-term Kingdom impact.
Known for its strong commitment to biblical stewardship and practical ministry support, The Solomon Foundation works alongside church leaders who are seeking to grow, build, expand, or take important next steps in their mission. Their work helps congregations access financial resources that can make new facilities, ministry expansion, and community outreach possible.
Through its focus on financial partnerships that grow the Kingdom, The Solomon Foundation has become an important ally for churches that want to combine faithful vision with wise financial planning. Their partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to serving the church, advancing biblical truth, and helping Restoration Movement ministries thrive for the future.
Spire Network
Spire Network is a nonprofit ministry platform built to encourage and equip leaders who inspire a movement of healthy growing churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Spire Network serves pastors and ministry leaders through practical support, collaborative community,…
Spire Network is a nonprofit ministry platform built to encourage and equip leaders who inspire a movement of healthy growing churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Spire Network serves pastors and ministry leaders through practical support, collaborative community, leadership development, conferences, digital engagement, and curated resources designed to strengthen the church and sustain healthy ministry. More than a conference or a content hub, Spire Network is designed as a year-round community where church leaders can connect with one another, access practical ministry solutions, and find encouragement for the challenges of leadership. Its emphasis on biblical authority, Christian unity, and the Great Commission helps keep its work centered on strengthening leaders for meaningful Kingdom impact. Through gatherings, mentoring, resources,…
Spire Network is a nonprofit ministry platform built to encourage and equip leaders who inspire a movement of healthy growing churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Spire Network serves pastors and ministry leaders through practical support, collaborative community, leadership development, conferences, digital engagement, and curated resources designed to strengthen the church and sustain healthy ministry.
More than a conference or a content hub, Spire Network is designed as a year-round community where church leaders can connect with one another, access practical ministry solutions, and find encouragement for the challenges of leadership. Its emphasis on biblical authority, Christian unity, and the Great Commission helps keep its work centered on strengthening leaders for meaningful Kingdom impact.
Through gatherings, mentoring, resources, digital connection, and pastor health support, Spire Network helps ministry leaders grow in wisdom, resilience, and effectiveness. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, supporting healthy churches, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for the good of congregations and communities across the country.
Pepperdine University
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university in Malibu, California, committed to academic excellence and Christian values. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Pepperdine University serves students and the wider church by preparing men and women for lives of…
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university in Malibu, California, committed to academic excellence and Christian values. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Pepperdine University serves students and the wider church by preparing men and women for lives of purpose, service, and leadership through rigorous scholarship, spiritual formation, and faith-shaped education. Founded in 1937 and rooted in the Christian tradition and Churches of Christ heritage, Pepperdine equips students across Seaver College, the College of Health Science, and its graduate schools in law, business, education and psychology, and public policy. The university’s educational mission emphasizes both intellectual growth and Christ-centered character, helping students pursue vocational excellence while living with conviction, compassion, and a commitment to truth. Through its academic programs,…
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university in Malibu, California, committed to academic excellence and Christian values. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Pepperdine University serves students and the wider church by preparing men and women for lives of purpose, service, and leadership through rigorous scholarship, spiritual formation, and faith-shaped education.
Founded in 1937 and rooted in the Christian tradition and Churches of Christ heritage, Pepperdine equips students across Seaver College, the College of Health Science, and its graduate schools in law, business, education and psychology, and public policy. The university’s educational mission emphasizes both intellectual growth and Christ-centered character, helping students pursue vocational excellence while living with conviction, compassion, and a commitment to truth.
Through its academic programs, campus community, global learning opportunities, and leadership development, Pepperdine University continues to influence the church and society by shaping graduates for meaningful service in a wide range of fields. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to Christian higher education, biblical values, and equipping future leaders to make a lasting impact in the world.
The Center for Church Leadership
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The…
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Center for Church Leadership serves pastors, church teams, and emerging leaders through cohort-based learning, healthy church resources, ministry training pathways, and tools designed to strengthen both leaders and congregations. Originally launched in Cincinnati and later continued through the Christian Church Leadership Foundation, this ministry has focused on equipping leaders for long-term faithfulness and effectiveness in the church. Its current work includes preaching cohorts, Healthy Church Co-Ops, ministry training, webinars, and leader-care initiatives that help churches build healthier systems, stronger teaching…
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Center for Church Leadership serves pastors, church teams, and emerging leaders through cohort-based learning, healthy church resources, ministry training pathways, and tools designed to strengthen both leaders and congregations.
Originally launched in Cincinnati and later continued through the Christian Church Leadership Foundation, this ministry has focused on equipping leaders for long-term faithfulness and effectiveness in the church. Its current work includes preaching cohorts, Healthy Church Co-Ops, ministry training, webinars, and leader-care initiatives that help churches build healthier systems, stronger teaching ministries, and more sustainable leadership cultures.
Through its commitment to church health, minister encouragement, and practical leadership support, The Center for Church Leadership has continued to serve the Restoration Movement with resources that help churches grow stronger from the inside out. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, strengthening congregations, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for the good of the church.
Ozark Christian College
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry…
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry preparation, and church-connected training shaped by a commitment to biblical authority and gospel-centered formation. With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Ozark Christian College serves future preachers, ministry leaders, missionaries, and church servants who want to faithfully lead and disciple others. The college combines academic study with hands-on ministry development, helping students grow in biblical knowledge, spiritual maturity, and real-world ministry effectiveness. Ozark Christian College also extends its impact through resources that serve churches beyond the classroom, including online learning…
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry preparation, and church-connected training shaped by a commitment to biblical authority and gospel-centered formation.
With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Ozark Christian College serves future preachers, ministry leaders, missionaries, and church servants who want to faithfully lead and disciple others. The college combines academic study with hands-on ministry development, helping students grow in biblical knowledge, spiritual maturity, and real-world ministry effectiveness.
Ozark Christian College also extends its impact through resources that serve churches beyond the classroom, including online learning opportunities, leadership training, and graduate-level preparation through Lincoln Seminary at Ozark Christian College. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, strengthening the church, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for generations to come.
RENEW.org
RENEW.org is a discipleship-focused network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus in order to fuel disciple making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RENEW.org serves church leaders, ministry teams, and everyday believers through biblically grounded articles, videos,…
RENEW.org is a discipleship-focused network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus in order to fuel disciple making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RENEW.org serves church leaders, ministry teams, and everyday believers through biblically grounded articles, videos, podcasts, books, events, and training resources designed to strengthen the church and encourage disciple-making movements. Centered on the mission of equipping disciples, disciple makers, and church planters, RENEW.org brings together leaders from across churches and ministries who share a commitment to biblical theology, practical ministry, and the mission of Jesus. Its growing network provides resources that help churches think clearly, lead faithfully, and engage culture with conviction and grace. Through its digital content, gatherings, publishing efforts, and ministry training initiatives,…
RENEW.org is a discipleship-focused network that exists to renew the teachings of Jesus in order to fuel disciple making. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RENEW.org serves church leaders, ministry teams, and everyday believers through biblically grounded articles, videos, podcasts, books, events, and training resources designed to strengthen the church and encourage disciple-making movements.
Centered on the mission of equipping disciples, disciple makers, and church planters, RENEW.org brings together leaders from across churches and ministries who share a commitment to biblical theology, practical ministry, and the mission of Jesus. Its growing network provides resources that help churches think clearly, lead faithfully, and engage culture with conviction and grace.
Through its digital content, gatherings, publishing efforts, and ministry training initiatives, RENEW.org has become an important voice for church renewal and disciple making. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared investment in strengthening Christian leaders, serving congregations, and advancing Christ-centered teaching for the good of the church and the spread of the gospel.
World Communion Cups
World Communion Cups makes prefilled communion cups, wafers, and bread for churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, World Communion Cups helps congregations prepare the Lord’s Supper with care, so pastors and volunteers can focus on worship instead of…
World Communion Cups makes prefilled communion cups, wafers, and bread for churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, World Communion Cups helps congregations prepare the Lord’s Supper with care, so pastors and volunteers can focus on worship instead of logistics. The company began in 1983, when Indiana inventor Kenneth Hagen created the first prefilled communion cup for World Communion Day. Churches kept asking for it, and it grew into an ongoing ministry. Based in Brownsburg, Indiana, the WCC Products family of brands includes WCC Chalice, WCC Simply, and WCC Elements cups, along with communion bread and wafers from its own bakery. Christian Standard is grateful for World Communion Cups’ support of the weekly table that is central to Restoration…
World Communion Cups makes prefilled communion cups, wafers, and bread for churches. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, World Communion Cups helps congregations prepare the Lord’s Supper with care, so pastors and volunteers can focus on worship instead of logistics.
The company began in 1983, when Indiana inventor Kenneth Hagen created the first prefilled communion cup for World Communion Day. Churches kept asking for it, and it grew into an ongoing ministry. Based in Brownsburg, Indiana, the WCC Products family of brands includes WCC Chalice, WCC Simply, and WCC Elements cups, along with communion bread and wafers from its own bakery.
Christian Standard is grateful for World Communion Cups’ support of the weekly table that is central to Restoration Movement worship.
Intentional Churches
Intentional Churches is a ministry organization that helps churches become more intentional in fulfilling the Great Commission by aligning leaders, teams, and congregations around a shared biblical mission. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Intentional Churches equips church leaders…
Intentional Churches is a ministry organization that helps churches become more intentional in fulfilling the Great Commission by aligning leaders, teams, and congregations around a shared biblical mission. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Intentional Churches equips church leaders through ChurchOS®, assessments, coaching, training, and practical ministry tools designed to help churches move from scattered effort to unified Kingdom impact. At the center of its work is a biblically based leadership framework that helps churches clarify vision, strengthen alignment, and activate members for disciple making and evangelistic mission. Through tools like OneTeam, OneLife, and OneBoard, Intentional Churches helps pastors, leadership teams, elders, and congregations develop a common language and practical strategy for reaching people and growing disciples in their…
Intentional Churches is a ministry organization that helps churches become more intentional in fulfilling the Great Commission by aligning leaders, teams, and congregations around a shared biblical mission. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Intentional Churches equips church leaders through ChurchOS®, assessments, coaching, training, and practical ministry tools designed to help churches move from scattered effort to unified Kingdom impact.
At the center of its work is a biblically based leadership framework that helps churches clarify vision, strengthen alignment, and activate members for disciple making and evangelistic mission. Through tools like OneTeam, OneLife, and OneBoard, Intentional Churches helps pastors, leadership teams, elders, and congregations develop a common language and practical strategy for reaching people and growing disciples in their communities.
Intentional Churches also serves leaders through workshops, podcast content, digital resources, and ongoing coaching relationships that support long-term ministry health and mission clarity. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening churches, equipping Christian leaders, and advancing Christ-centered ministry that helps congregations live with greater purpose, alignment, and gospel impact.
Stadia
Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through…
Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through assessment, coaching, training, and practical support designed to help new churches take root and make a lasting difference in their communities. Stadia walks alongside leaders throughout the church planting journey. Its Discovery Center helps potential planters explore their calling and readiness, while startup services provide coaching, soul care, training, and project management resources. After launch, Stadia continues supporting leaders through personalized coaching, team development, and resources that strengthen church health and sustainability. This ongoing relationship helps planters prepare for both…
Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through assessment, coaching, training, and practical support designed to help new churches take root and make a lasting difference in their communities.
Stadia walks alongside leaders throughout the church planting journey. Its Discovery Center helps potential planters explore their calling and readiness, while startup services provide coaching, soul care, training, and project management resources. After launch, Stadia continues supporting leaders through personalized coaching, team development, and resources that strengthen church health and sustainability. This ongoing relationship helps planters prepare for both the opportunities and responsibilities of leading a new congregation.
Since 2003, Stadia has helped start churches on five continents, with a particular concern for children and the next generation. It invites churches, individuals, and organizations to participate through partnership, generosity, and prayer. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, advancing disciple making, and helping more people encounter Jesus through the life and ministry of the local church.
