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From feeding the five thousand to the Lord’s Supper, broken bread points to Jesus’ life-giving sacrifice and the calling of his followers to share the Bread of Life.
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At the Last Supper, the disciples could not yet grasp the meaning of Jesus’ words. Today, Christians remember his sacrifice through the Lord’s Supper with gratitude for the…
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From the archivesRevisiting Two ‘Epistles from Thistle’For 45 years, Christian Standard regularly published a feature called “An Epistle from Thistle.” Editor Burris Butler introduced the feature with a brief editorial…
From the archivesStudying Scripture with Alexander Campbell (Part 2)Today we conclude this two-part article from 1940 explaining the “four aspects” of Alexander Campbell’s Bible study. Today’s article covers aspects three and four.…
From the archives‘Have We Plans for 1921?’"All the Standard asks is the opportunity to serve, and it yearns to render in 1921 the greatest, finest, and best service of its…
From the archivesSingle, Pregnant, and Heading Off to Christian CollegeHere’s a heartfelt, first-person essay that undoubtedly was the best-read and most-talked-about piece from the August 19, 1979, issue of Christian Standard. _ _…
From the archives‘Ask and It Shall Be Given’ (1954)"When we pray we do not always get precisely what we ask for," Max Ward Randall wrote in 1954. "What are some of the…
From the archivesSam E. Stone: Upon His Hiring as Editor . . . and RetirementWe are devoting our “Throwback Thursday” features during February to our long-serving editor Sam E. Stone, who died Jan. 25 at age 84. Sam…
From the archives‘Cloned in God’s Image’ (1984)"In one sense Christians are clones," Virgil Felton wrote in 1984. "We are cloned in God’s image (Genesis 1:27). We are cloned by a new…
From the archives‘There Is Peace on Earth’ (1941)Here is a front-page Christmas editorial that appeared two weeks after the bombing of Pearl Harbor and America’s entry into World War II.
From the archivesAssessing the World, from Bismarck to BernhardtCS Archive from September 15, 1888 _ _ _ You might not think of Christian Standard as a place to turn for national and…
From the archivesGod’s Love for a Lost WorldWe continue our monthly series of excerpts from Christian Standard, circa 1909. The magazine devoted one issue each month that year to articles of…
From the archivesEffective PreachingCecil J. “C. J.” Sharp wrote hundreds of articles that appeared in Christian Standard through the years. The first appeared in 1912, while he…
From the archivesThe Origins of IDESRick Jett, who just transitioned to the role of executive director emeritus of IDES (International Disaster Emergency Service), wrote about the origins of the…
From the archivesIssues Facing the Restoration Movement (1982)Forty years ago, Christian Standard's editor polled readers on the "most crucial" issues facing the Restoration Movement. He promised to steer editorial content toward…
From the archivesW. R. Walker: A Minister and Much MoreMost Christian church folks today probably have never heard of W. R. Walker. That’s understandable, since he died 56 years ago. Still, many would…
From the archivesRemembering Hugh McDiarmid, Standard’s Second EditorAt this magazine, we speak often of Isaac Errett, our founding editor. So far as I am aware, his name has appeared in each…
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Independent Christian ChurchTRAIN InternationalTRAIN International equips missionaries, families, churches, and global workers through pre-field training, debriefing, coaching, spiritual direction,…TRAIN International
TRAIN International — Organization Profile TRAIN International is a Christian missions training organization that helps churches and global workers prepare for cross-cultural ministry and remain healthy and effective in service. The organization describes its work around the phrase “Go Prepared.…
TRAIN International — Organization Profile TRAIN International is a Christian missions training organization that helps churches and global workers prepare for cross-cultural ministry and remain healthy and effective in service. The organization describes its work around the phrase “Go Prepared. Stay Effective.” Its services include church missions consulting, missionary pre-field training, debriefing, coaching, spiritual direction, orality training, and related resources for global workers. TRAIN International is based in Joplin, Missouri, with programs serving missionaries, families, churches, mission teams, and cross-cultural workers in the United States and abroad. Its public calendar includes trainings and debriefings in Joplin, Missouri; Conception, Missouri; Atlanta, Georgia; and Proem, Poland, reflecting both stateside and international ministry settings. The organization serves people preparing to go overseas, workers…
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TRAIN International is a Christian missions training organization that helps churches and global workers prepare for cross-cultural ministry and remain healthy and effective in service. The organization describes its work around the phrase “Go Prepared. Stay Effective.” Its services include church missions consulting, missionary pre-field training, debriefing, coaching, spiritual direction, orality training, and related resources for global workers.
TRAIN International is based in Joplin, Missouri, with programs serving missionaries, families, churches, mission teams, and cross-cultural workers in the United States and abroad. Its public calendar includes trainings and debriefings in Joplin, Missouri; Conception, Missouri; Atlanta, Georgia; and Proem, Poland, reflecting both stateside and international ministry settings. The organization serves people preparing to go overseas, workers already on the field, and missionaries navigating transition, furlough, reentry, or long-term ministry stress.
The organization’s core focus is equipping churches and global workers with practical tools for sustainable mission service. Its Orient Pre-Field Training prepares cross-cultural workers to adapt to culture, work well with others, manage stress, understand team dynamics, maintain spiritual vitality, and thrive on the field. The training includes classroom instruction, group discussion, and experiential learning, including a wilderness component through a partnership with Discovery Ministries in Eminence, Missouri.
TRAIN also provides Abide Debriefing for missionaries and families who need space to process field experiences. These group debriefings and retreats help adults and children reflect on gains, losses, expectations, stress, and transition while connecting with other cross-cultural workers. The organization offers stateside debriefing as well as Abide Abroad, giving missionaries structured support when returning, transitioning, or serving during high-stress seasons.
For churches, TRAIN offers Envision Church Missions Consulting, a process designed to help congregations clarify missions vision, evaluate strategy, strengthen global outreach, and care well for workers they send and support. Consulting modules include Vision and Strategy, Caring for Global Workers, Short-Term Missions, Engaging Internationals, and Sending Church. TRAIN describes itself as an independent and unaffiliated training organization that serves a variety of agencies, churches, and denominations.
People can engage TRAIN International by registering for pre-field training, debriefing, coaching, spiritual direction, or orality training; requesting church consulting; reviewing the training calendar; joining the email list; praying for missionaries and staff; or donating to support affordable training. Churches and mission agencies can also connect with TRAIN to support global workers before departure, during service, and through major transitions.
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EducationBoise Bible CollegeBoise Bible College is a private Christian Bible college in Boise, Idaho, offering degree and certificate…Boise Bible College
Boise Bible College — Organization Profile Boise Bible College (often abbreviated BBC) is a private Christian Bible college located in Boise, Idaho, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees alongside one-year certificate options. The school’s stated mission is to glorify God by…
Boise Bible College — Organization Profile Boise Bible College (often abbreviated BBC) is a private Christian Bible college located in Boise, Idaho, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees alongside one-year certificate options. The school’s stated mission is to glorify God by equipping servant leaders to build up the Church and advance the gospel worldwide, shaping students for long-term service in congregations and Christian vocations. Founded in 1945, Boise Bible College began as a training school connected to First Church of Christ in Boise, with an early focus on preparing ministers for the Pacific Northwest. While the college welcomes students from a range of church backgrounds, it describes itself as not being part of a denominational system and as being supported by…
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Boise Bible College (often abbreviated BBC) is a private Christian Bible college located in Boise, Idaho, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees alongside one-year certificate options. The school’s stated mission is to glorify God by equipping servant leaders to build up the Church and advance the gospel worldwide, shaping students for long-term service in congregations and Christian vocations.
Founded in 1945, Boise Bible College began as a training school connected to First Church of Christ in Boise, with an early focus on preparing ministers for the Pacific Northwest. While the college welcomes students from a range of church backgrounds, it describes itself as not being part of a denominational system and as being supported by independent congregations. Today, the school emphasizes a learning environment where Scripture is treated as foundational for faith and practice while students are encouraged to engage the Bible carefully and thoughtfully.
Academically, Boise Bible College offers programs across ministry and church leadership fields, including areas such as Biblical Studies, Christian Education, Worship Arts, Intercultural Studies, Pastoral Care, and preaching-focused coursework. The college also highlights degree paths connected to Christian teaching and Christian psychology, reflecting a goal of preparing students for service both in churches and in broader professional settings. Alongside classroom instruction, BBC frames its approach as developing Christ-like character and servant leadership through campus community, mentoring relationships, and spiritual formation.
Student life is presented as an intentional part of preparation for ministry and discipleship. Boise Bible College notes a “trio” approach to formation—academics, caring community, and personal relationships—aimed at cultivating discipleship habits, a lifelong posture toward ministry, and dependency on prayer. The campus experience also includes co-curricular opportunities and student support services designed to help students integrate learning, community, and practical development during their time in Boise.
People can connect with Boise Bible College in several ways: prospective students can apply, request information, or schedule a campus visit; alumni and supporters can follow along through official updates and engage through giving channels associated with Friends of Boise Bible. For churches and ministry partners, BBC is positioned as a pipeline for training and sending graduates into local and global service—especially from Boise and the Pacific Northwest to ministry contexts beyond the region.
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Church of ChristArms of HopeArms of Hope is a Texas-based Christian care organization providing residential childcare, single-mother housing support, and…Arms of Hope
Arms of Hope — Organization Profile Arms of Hope is a 501(c)(3) Christian care organization serving children, youth, and single-mother families through residential and outreach ministries. Based in Medina, Texas, the ministry was formed in 2009 through the consolidation of…
Arms of Hope — Organization Profile Arms of Hope is a 501(c)(3) Christian care organization serving children, youth, and single-mother families through residential and outreach ministries. Based in Medina, Texas, the ministry was formed in 2009 through the consolidation of Medina Children’s Home and Boles Children’s Home—two long-standing Christian children’s home ministries that expanded over time to meet the needs of at-risk children and single mothers across the state. Arms of Hope states its mission is to transform the lives of disadvantaged children, youth and families by providing hope and support in a nurturing, Christian environment. The organization emphasizes a holistic approach that includes case management, counseling, and education, with the goal of keeping families together when possible. Its primary…
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Arms of Hope is a 501(c)(3) Christian care organization serving children, youth, and single-mother families through residential and outreach ministries. Based in Medina, Texas, the ministry was formed in 2009 through the consolidation of Medina Children’s Home and Boles Children’s Home—two long-standing Christian children’s home ministries that expanded over time to meet the needs of at-risk children and single mothers across the state.
Arms of Hope states its mission is to transform the lives of disadvantaged children, youth and families by providing hope and support in a nurturing, Christian environment. The organization emphasizes a holistic approach that includes case management, counseling, and education, with the goal of keeping families together when possible. Its primary service footprint is Texas, including residential campuses and outreach centers that connect families to resources during seasons of hardship.
Arms of Hope’s residential ministries include Residential Childcare, which provides a family-like setting where houseparents function as consistent mother and father figures while addressing children’s physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs. For single mothers and their children, the Together Program is designed to help motivated families transition toward stability through parenting skills, career training, and a safe home environment. Arms of Hope also operates Right Start, which supports expectant single mothers as they prepare for motherhood and care for newborn babies, often serving as an entry point into longer-term support.
To help young adults move toward independence, Arms of Hope offers a College & Career program that supports high school graduates as they pursue college, trade school, or early employment, including help for graduates who have not yet secured stable housing. In addition to campus-based residential care, the organization operates Family Outreach efforts that connect families to practical support and guidance through life challenges, aiming to help households find a path toward restoration and long-term independence.
Arms of Hope’s ministries are delivered through multiple sites, including the Medina Campus in Medina, Texas, the Boles Campus in Quinlan, Texas, and the Refuge Campus in Bastrop, Texas. The organization also lists outreach locations in Richardson/Dallas, Denton, Houston, and San Antonio, reflecting a combination of residential care and city-based outreach. In 2024, Arms of Hope also announced the addition of The Refuge Ranch in Bastrop as part of its ministry direction, expanding its capacity to serve single-mother families through its model of care.
Those who want to engage with Arms of Hope can do so by giving financially, volunteering (with required background checks for volunteers age 14+), organizing group service trips, scheduling donation pick-ups, and staying informed through organizational updates. The ministry also provides pathways for planned giving and welcomes community partners—including churches, businesses, and civic groups—to support its work serving vulnerable children and families throughout Texas.
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Church of ChristOwasso School of Biblical StudiesOwasso School of Biblical Studies (OSBS) is a church-based Bible training ministry in Owasso, Oklahoma, offering…Owasso School of Biblical Studies
Owasso School of Biblical Studies — Organization Profile The Owasso School of Biblical Studies (OSBS) is a ministry of the Owasso church of Christ that provides structured Bible instruction for Christians who want deeper, systematic study of Scripture. Offered through…
Owasso School of Biblical Studies — Organization Profile The Owasso School of Biblical Studies (OSBS) is a ministry of the Owasso church of Christ that provides structured Bible instruction for Christians who want deeper, systematic study of Scripture. Offered through the congregation’s “School of Biblical Studies” ministry, OSBS is positioned as a local-church training effort that supports congregational learning, teaching development, and long-term spiritual growth. OSBS is based in Owasso, Oklahoma, meeting at the Owasso church of Christ facilities at 10510 N 129th E Ave, Owasso, OK 74055. While rooted in the local congregation, the school’s teaching has also been shared more broadly through recorded class content and online distribution, allowing students and churches outside the immediate area to benefit…
Owasso School of Biblical Studies — Organization Profile
The Owasso School of Biblical Studies (OSBS) is a ministry of the Owasso church of Christ that provides structured Bible instruction for Christians who want deeper, systematic study of Scripture. Offered through the congregation’s “School of Biblical Studies” ministry, OSBS is positioned as a local-church training effort that supports congregational learning, teaching development, and long-term spiritual growth.
OSBS is based in Owasso, Oklahoma, meeting at the Owasso church of Christ facilities at 10510 N 129th E Ave, Owasso, OK 74055. While rooted in the local congregation, the school’s teaching has also been shared more broadly through recorded class content and online distribution, allowing students and churches outside the immediate area to benefit from the material and course structure.
Historically, OSBS traces its beginning to 1982. According to the school’s Vimeo channel description, the school began in 1982 as a vision connected to Dwayne Hendrickson, who served as the preacher for the Owasso church of Christ at the time. Over the years, the school has continued as one of the congregation’s ministries, reflecting a commitment to ongoing Bible teaching within the churches of Christ tradition.
OSBS course offerings are presented through the congregation’s School of Biblical Studies page, which lists “Courses” and provides a central place to access school-related information. The ministry is framed around helping students learn Scripture in an organized way rather than only through occasional classes, giving learners a pathway for continued development in Bible knowledge, teaching ability, and faithful service.
People can engage with OSBS by attending classes when offered, sharing the school’s resources with others who want structured Bible study, and connecting with the Owasso church of Christ for schedule details and participation options. Those who want to learn more can start with the School of Biblical Studies page, then reach out to the congregation using the published contact information for guidance on current courses and how to get involved.
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Independent Christian ChurchSeedPlayerSeedPlayer makes low-cost solar audio players that help ministry partners distribute Scripture and Gospel content in…SeedPlayer
SeedPlayer — Organization Profile SeedPlayer is a Christian nonprofit project of Resources for the Blind International that makes simple, low-cost solar mp3 players for abundant sowing of Gospel seed. The ministry partners with other organizations to reduce the cost of…
SeedPlayer — Organization Profile SeedPlayer is a Christian nonprofit project of Resources for the Blind International that makes simple, low-cost solar mp3 players for abundant sowing of Gospel seed. The ministry partners with other organizations to reduce the cost of audio Bibles and Gospel content so Scripture and discipleship resources can reach people who may not have regular access to printed materials, digital devices, reliable electricity, or literacy-based learning. The project is connected with Knoxville, Tennessee, and operates through a geographically dispersed, all-volunteer team. SeedPlayers have been used in Cameroon, Costa Rica, Côte d’Ivoire, Cuba, East Africa, East Asia, Ethiopia, former Soviet republics, Ghana, Guatemala, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Mozambique, Nepal, Nigeria, North Africa, Panama, the Philippines, Poland, Russia, South Asia,…
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SeedPlayer is a Christian nonprofit project of Resources for the Blind International that makes simple, low-cost solar mp3 players for abundant sowing of Gospel seed. The ministry partners with other organizations to reduce the cost of audio Bibles and Gospel content so Scripture and discipleship resources can reach people who may not have regular access to printed materials, digital devices, reliable electricity, or literacy-based learning.
The project is connected with Knoxville, Tennessee, and operates through a geographically dispersed, all-volunteer team. SeedPlayers have been used in Cameroon, Costa Rica, Côte d’Ivoire, Cuba, East Africa, East Asia, Ethiopia, former Soviet republics, Ghana, Guatemala, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Mozambique, Nepal, Nigeria, North Africa, Panama, the Philippines, Poland, Russia, South Asia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Ukraine, the United States, Vietnam, and Zambia.
SeedPlayer’s ministry model is built around collaboration. The organization does not sell players for personal use. Instead, it works with like-minded people, churches, and ministries to source, assemble, format, and load players for specific outreach projects. Its parent organization maintains oversight of gifts, and the all-volunteer structure helps keep costs low for Gospel distribution projects.
The SeedPlayer device functions like a small audio “bookcase” with shelves for ministry-specific content such as Old Testament, New Testament, evangelistic materials, Gospel music, teaching, testimonies, and other mp3 resources. It includes an internal speaker, optional earbuds, solar and USB charging, an 8GB microSD card, and four-level navigation for shelf, book, chapter, and page movement. These features are designed for private listening, small groups, and field settings where printed materials or internet access may not be practical.
SeedPlayer also helps ministry partners use audio content from multiple Bible and Gospel resource providers. Publicly listed content sources include BibleProject, Davar Partners, Digital Bible Library, Faith Comes By Hearing, Global Recordings Network, Inspirational Films, Institute for Bible Translation, Jesus Film Project, Oral Bibles, Songs for Saplings, and Word of God Speak Ministries. The organization notes that these sources allow SeedPlayers to carry Gospel audio content in many languages.
People can engage with SeedPlayer by praying, giving, requesting the newsletter, contacting the team about a collaborative project, helping with expertise or resources, and supporting projects for groups such as blind disciple-makers, soldiers, hospitalized people, international students, refugees, and language communities receiving newly dedicated Scripture. Its distinct contribution is low-cost, solar-powered Gospel audio distribution designed for broad, flexible use among people who need Scripture and Gospel resources in accessible audio form.
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CohortsRENEW.org Learning CommunitiesRENEW.org Learning Communities are invitation-based cohorts for senior leaders, meeting in bi-monthly rhythms for focused study,…RENEW.org Learning Communities
RENEW.org Learning Communities — Organization Profile RENEW.org Learning Communities are small, leader-focused cohorts within the RENEW.org Network, created to help senior church and ministry leaders grow in disciple making through relational learning. RENEW.org frames these communities as a place where…
RENEW.org Learning Communities — Organization Profile RENEW.org Learning Communities are small, leader-focused cohorts within the RENEW.org Network, created to help senior church and ministry leaders grow in disciple making through relational learning. RENEW.org frames these communities as a place where leaders connect, learn, and sharpen both character and ministry practice while staying anchored in the teachings of Jesus. Learning Communities address a common challenge for ministry leaders: isolation. RENEW.org describes the experience as a trusted circle of peers where ministers under pressure can find encouragement, practical counsel, and accountability rather than carrying complex leadership burdens alone. The emphasis is not simply on information transfer, but on relationships that support faithfulness and perseverance in long-term ministry. A key element of the…
RENEW.org Learning Communities — Organization Profile
RENEW.org Learning Communities are small, leader-focused cohorts within the RENEW.org Network, created to help senior church and ministry leaders grow in disciple making through relational learning. RENEW.org frames these communities as a place where leaders connect, learn, and sharpen both character and ministry practice while staying anchored in the teachings of Jesus.
Learning Communities address a common challenge for ministry leaders: isolation. RENEW.org describes the experience as a trusted circle of peers where ministers under pressure can find encouragement, practical counsel, and accountability rather than carrying complex leadership burdens alone. The emphasis is not simply on information transfer, but on relationships that support faithfulness and perseverance in long-term ministry.
A key element of the Learning Communities model is a consistent rhythm of interaction. RENEW.org describes these groups as bi-monthly cohorts in which leaders invest five focused hours of study, prayer, and discussion. The goal is to cultivate leaders who can renew Jesus’ teachings in their own lives and in the culture of their churches—especially as they work to build healthier disciple-making pathways.
RENEW.org also positions Learning Communities as part of its wider online events ecosystem. Learning Community sessions function as live, interactive gatherings (typically accessed through a RENEW.org account), allowing leaders from different places to participate without the demands of travel. This online structure expands access while preserving the small-group focus that makes peer learning and honest discussion possible.
Participation in a Learning Community is invitation-based. RENEW.org notes that these communities are intended for senior leaders (or point leaders of a ministry), and those who are unsure about fit are encouraged to reach out to RENEW.org to connect with a leader or Regional Director. This helps keep cohorts aligned around shared leadership responsibilities and the kinds of challenges that senior leaders uniquely face.
For churches, Learning Communities can be a practical way to invest in leadership development over time. Leaders can engage by joining a cohort, applying what they learn with their leadership teams, and using RENEW.org resources to reinforce disciple-making clarity. Supporters can also strengthen this work by partnering financially with RENEW.org, helping expand resourcing and coaching that equips leaders to renew Jesus’ teachings and pursue disciple making with faithfulness and endurance.
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Church of ChristChurches of Christ Disaster Response Team (DRT)Churches of Christ Disaster Response Team (DRT) is a Tipp City, Ohio-based ministry that partners with…Churches of Christ Disaster Response Team (DRT)
Churches of Christ Disaster Response Team (DRT) — Organization Profile Churches of Christ Disaster Response Team (DRT) is a disaster-response ministry that helps communities recover after weather-related disasters by working through local congregations. DRT is based in Tipp City, Ohio,…
Churches of Christ Disaster Response Team (DRT) — Organization Profile Churches of Christ Disaster Response Team (DRT) is a disaster-response ministry that helps communities recover after weather-related disasters by working through local congregations. DRT is based in Tipp City, Ohio, and it mobilizes volunteers and resources to assist families and neighborhoods impacted by events such as flooding, tornadoes, and hurricanes across the United States. DRT describes its purpose as supporting the local congregation in a disaster-stricken area by helping recruit, organize, and receive volunteers who can assist with emotional, spiritual, and practical support, including clean-up and rebuilding. Rather than replacing local church leadership, DRT’s model is to strengthen the local church’s ability to serve its community over the full arc…
Churches of Christ Disaster Response Team (DRT) — Organization Profile
Churches of Christ Disaster Response Team (DRT) is a disaster-response ministry that helps communities recover after weather-related disasters by working through local congregations. DRT is based in Tipp City, Ohio, and it mobilizes volunteers and resources to assist families and neighborhoods impacted by events such as flooding, tornadoes, and hurricanes across the United States.
DRT describes its purpose as supporting the local congregation in a disaster-stricken area by helping recruit, organize, and receive volunteers who can assist with emotional, spiritual, and practical support, including clean-up and rebuilding. Rather than replacing local church leadership, DRT’s model is to strengthen the local church’s ability to serve its community over the full arc of recovery—from immediate response through longer-term rebuilding.
In its public descriptions of what it brings to a disaster site, DRT highlights a set of mobile and logistical resources designed for sustained work. These include a commercial mobile kitchen capable of serving large numbers of meals daily, a mobile shower trailer to support volunteers on extended deployments, and trained coordinators who help manage distribution, work assignments, and day-to-day operations. DRT also references fully stocked tool trailers intended to equip volunteer crews for debris removal and rebuild projects.
DRT also lists practical relief supplies and kits as part of its response, including health kits, clean-up kits, baby kits, and school kits. The organization notes that it purchases food served in disaster areas as well as building materials and other supplies, with a stated focus on helping families who are without insurance or underinsured. That purchasing-and-provisioning approach is one reason DRT asks supporters for financial gifts and specific gift cards that can be used for needed materials.
Volunteer engagement is central to DRT’s work. DRT uses an online registration system for volunteers and provides guidelines intended to help coordinators plan lodging, meals, and crew assignments. In addition to responding at active disaster sites, DRT also promotes ReClaimed, a thrift store initiative that benefits the ministry and includes a hardware/tool area, aligning with DRT’s emphasis on practical help for recovery work.
Administratively, DRT notes that it is overseen by the elders at the Cassel Hills Church of Christ in Vandalia, Ohio. Individuals, churches, and groups can engage with DRT by volunteering, giving financially, and staying connected through the organization’s website and official communication channels, especially during active response seasons when deployments are underway.
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Independent Christian ChurchMission to Russia InternationalMission to Russia International multiplies churches among Russian-speaking people through church planting, Christian education, discipleship, and…Mission to Russia International
Mission to Russia International — Organization Profile Mission to Russia International, also known as MTR International, is a Christian mission organization based in St. Peters, Missouri. The organization exists to make disciples in Russian-speaking nations through church planting and Christian…
Mission to Russia International — Organization Profile Mission to Russia International, also known as MTR International, is a Christian mission organization based in St. Peters, Missouri. The organization exists to make disciples in Russian-speaking nations through church planting and Christian education. Its public ministry focus is multiplying churches among Russian-speaking people and taking the gospel message of forgiveness, love, and salvation to people living in the former Soviet Union. The organization’s core focus is multiplying churches among Russian-speaking people through church planting, local leadership development, Christian education, and gospel-centered partnerships. MTR International began its church-planting mission with its first church plant in Kostroma, Russia. That congregation has matured and continues to serve its community while raising up men and women…
Mission to Russia International — Organization Profile
Mission to Russia International, also known as MTR International, is a Christian mission organization based in St. Peters, Missouri. The organization exists to make disciples in Russian-speaking nations through church planting and Christian education. Its public ministry focus is multiplying churches among Russian-speaking people and taking the gospel message of forgiveness, love, and salvation to people living in the former Soviet Union.
The organization’s core focus is multiplying churches among Russian-speaking people through church planting, local leadership development, Christian education, and gospel-centered partnerships. MTR International began its church-planting mission with its first church plant in Kostroma, Russia. That congregation has matured and continues to serve its community while raising up men and women for Christian service.
Mission to Russia International serves Russian-speaking communities in the former Soviet Union, with current or associated church work identified in Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, and Abkhazia. Its public church pages identify established churches in Kostroma, Gomel, and Mogilev, along with associate churches in Davydovsky and Gus-Hrustalniy. Current church-planting locations include Minsk, Nizhny Novgorod, Ivanovo, Lutsk, Nesvizh, Krivoy Rog, Sukhum, and a second Lutsk church plant.
The ministry operates through church planting, support for established congregations, missionary partnerships, leadership involvement, and Christian education. Its sister ministry, Light to the World Ministries, supports kingdom work among families in Russia through Light to the World Christian Academy in Kostroma. The academy was established in 1999 to meet the educational and spiritual needs of children in Kostroma, providing Russian primary and secondary education while regularly teaching students the Bible.
A distinctive part of Mission to Russia International’s work is connecting church planting with long-term Christian education and discipleship among Russian-speaking families. Through Light to the World Christian Academy, students receive eleven years of instruction in English and biblical teaching, and many families encounter the gospel through the school. MTR International’s church-planting work also emphasizes existing and emerging congregations that can serve their communities and continue raising up Christian workers.
People can engage with Mission to Russia International by praying, giving, supporting church planting, sponsoring Light to the World Christian Academy students, following ministry updates, or contacting the ministry directly. Supporters can give online, set up recurring donations, text to give, or mail gifts to the St. Peters address. Churches and individuals can also follow MTR International and Light to the World Ministries through their official social channels for updates from Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Abkhazia, and the academy in Kostroma.
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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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ConsultingThe Elemental GroupThe Elemental Group is a Mason, Ohio-based consulting and resourcing team providing affordable tools, assessments, coaching,…The Elemental Group
The Elemental Group — Organization Profile The Elemental Group is a consulting and resourcing team that serves churches and faith-based nonprofits with cost-effective strategic tools, coaching, and leadership development. Their stated aim is to make practical help accessible for leaders…
The Elemental Group — Organization Profile The Elemental Group is a consulting and resourcing team that serves churches and faith-based nonprofits with cost-effective strategic tools, coaching, and leadership development. Their stated aim is to make practical help accessible for leaders who need clarity and momentum but may not have the budget for traditional consulting. The organization’s work is designed to be both actionable and team-based, helping leaders move from vague goals to shared direction and measurable next steps. A distinctive of The Elemental Group is its “elements” framework, built around four qualities it identifies in healthy, effective organizations: integrity, passion, servanthood, and imagination. These elements shape the assessments and tools the team develops, with the goal of helping leaders diagnose…
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The Elemental Group is a consulting and resourcing team that serves churches and faith-based nonprofits with cost-effective strategic tools, coaching, and leadership development. Their stated aim is to make practical help accessible for leaders who need clarity and momentum but may not have the budget for traditional consulting. The organization’s work is designed to be both actionable and team-based, helping leaders move from vague goals to shared direction and measurable next steps.
A distinctive of The Elemental Group is its “elements” framework, built around four qualities it identifies in healthy, effective organizations: integrity, passion, servanthood, and imagination. These elements shape the assessments and tools the team develops, with the goal of helping leaders diagnose what is strong, what is missing, and what needs attention. This framework also supplies a shared vocabulary for leadership teams who want to address culture, systems, and mission alignment together.
For churches, The Elemental Group offers a range of tools and processes that support church health and effectiveness. These include the Elemental Inventory (a church health assessment), EnVision (mission clarification), FOCUS (strategic planning), and Vibe (first impressions and hospitality). They also offer coaching and consulting for pastors, churches, and parishes, providing guided support that helps leadership teams interpret results, set priorities, and follow through on implementation.
The Elemental Pathway is presented as a comprehensive, multi-phase process that combines tools, coaching, and team development. The Pathway is designed to help leadership teams identify challenges and opportunities, clarify mission and priorities, strengthen first impressions and systems, and develop a 1–2 year strategic plan. In addition to individual church support, the organization also serves cohorts and groups within networks and denominations who want a shared process for leadership development.
For nonprofits and faith-based charities, The Elemental Group provides practical services such as advancement and fundraising planning, grant writing, organizational development, and support for launching a 501(c)(3). Their nonprofit offerings include tools like the Nonprofit Pulse Check and FOCUS for Nonprofits, along with other services aimed at strengthening boards, building sustainable systems, and increasing organizational effectiveness.
The Elemental Group is based in Mason, Ohio, and serves churches and faith-based nonprofits across the United States through coaching, consulting, and self-guided tools. Churches, ministries, and nonprofit leaders can engage by exploring the available tools, scheduling a conversation with the team, participating in a guided process like the Elemental Pathway, and supporting scholarship-based access through the organization’s giving options.
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Independent Christian ChurchMissions of Hope InternationalMissions of Hope International serves disadvantaged African communities through Christian education, economic empowerment, health initiatives, church…Missions of Hope International
Missions of Hope International — Organization Profile Missions of Hope International, also known as MOHI, is a Christian holistic ministry serving children and families in disadvantaged communities throughout Africa. The organization began in Mathare Valley in Nairobi, Kenya, and now…
Missions of Hope International — Organization Profile Missions of Hope International, also known as MOHI, is a Christian holistic ministry serving children and families in disadvantaged communities throughout Africa. The organization began in Mathare Valley in Nairobi, Kenya, and now works across urban slums, informal settlements, and remote rural villages through education, economic empowerment, health initiatives, church planting, and gospel-centered community development. The organization’s core focus is transforming lives through the hope of Jesus Christ by educating children, empowering families, restoring health, and redeeming lives through the gospel. MOHI describes its work as a holistic approach to addressing poverty, offering physical, emotional, social, and spiritual support so vulnerable children and families can move out of generational poverty and experience lasting…
Missions of Hope International — Organization Profile
Missions of Hope International, also known as MOHI, is a Christian holistic ministry serving children and families in disadvantaged communities throughout Africa. The organization began in Mathare Valley in Nairobi, Kenya, and now works across urban slums, informal settlements, and remote rural villages through education, economic empowerment, health initiatives, church planting, and gospel-centered community development.
The organization’s core focus is transforming lives through the hope of Jesus Christ by educating children, empowering families, restoring health, and redeeming lives through the gospel. MOHI describes its work as a holistic approach to addressing poverty, offering physical, emotional, social, and spiritual support so vulnerable children and families can move out of generational poverty and experience lasting hope in Christ.
Missions of Hope International serves Kenya, Liberia, and Ethiopia, with work in more than 35 communities and more than 35 schools. In Kenya, its listed communities include places in Nairobi County, Kilifi County, Kisumu County, Marsabit County, Machakos County, Nyeri County, Nakuru County, and Turkana County. The organization states that some communities may not be listed publicly for privacy and security reasons.
The ministry operates through integrated programs summarized as Educate, Empower, Restore, and Redeem. Its schools provide quality Christian education for children from nursery through high school. Its empowerment programs include business and skills training, microloans, and support for parents and community members with limited formal education. Its restoration work includes physical, mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual health initiatives, while its church planting and local church partnerships help share the gospel and nurture faith communities.
A distinctive part of MOHI’s work is a locally led, Kenyan-founded ministry model that combines education, holistic support, and the power of the local church. The organization states that it is founded and led by Kenyans and supported by more than 1,500 local staff. Its model is designed to provide a “hand up” rather than only a handout, with transformation beginning with a child in school and spreading to families, neighbors, and whole communities.
People can engage with Missions of Hope International by sponsoring a child, giving to critical needs, supporting projects, taking mission or vision trips, becoming a church or organizational partner, using sponsor and partner resources, downloading the MOHI mobile app, or following ministry updates. Supporters can give online or by mail, pray for the ministry, and partner with MOHI as it works to educate children, empower parents, restore health, and share the gospel in disadvantaged communities.
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Church of ChristAfrican Christian Schools Foundation (ACSF)African Christian Schools Foundation (ACSF) supports ministerial training in Nigeria through Nigerian Christian Bible College and…African Christian Schools Foundation (ACSF)
African Christian Schools Foundation (ACSF) — Organization Profile African Christian Schools Foundation (ACSF) is a Christian missions and education organization that supports ministerial training in Africa. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, ACSF exists to help develop church leaders through Bible-focused education…
African Christian Schools Foundation (ACSF) — Organization Profile African Christian Schools Foundation (ACSF) is a Christian missions and education organization that supports ministerial training in Africa. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, ACSF exists to help develop church leaders through Bible-focused education and evangelistic support, with a long history connected to gospel efforts in Nigeria. ACSF’s stated mission is to train preachers, strengthen churches, and carry the saving gospel of Jesus Christ to the continent of Africa. The organization describes its work as combining the training of preachers and evangelists, the education of Bible teachers and church leaders, and support for campaign and mission teams working in Africa. Its primary school partnerships and training efforts are focused in Nigeria and West Africa.…
African Christian Schools Foundation (ACSF) — Organization Profile
African Christian Schools Foundation (ACSF) is a Christian missions and education organization that supports ministerial training in Africa. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, ACSF exists to help develop church leaders through Bible-focused education and evangelistic support, with a long history connected to gospel efforts in Nigeria.
ACSF’s stated mission is to train preachers, strengthen churches, and carry the saving gospel of Jesus Christ to the continent of Africa. The organization describes its work as combining the training of preachers and evangelists, the education of Bible teachers and church leaders, and support for campaign and mission teams working in Africa. Its primary school partnerships and training efforts are focused in Nigeria and West Africa.
A core part of ACSF’s work is supporting two schools in Nigeria: Nigerian Christian Bible College (NCBC) and West Nigeria Christian College (WNCC). NCBC was started in 1954 in the village of Ukpom, and it offers multiple tracks, including a Diploma in Theology and degree programs connected to an affiliation with the University of Calabar. These pathways are designed to prepare students for ministry and teaching roles and to equip graduates for service in churches and communities.
WNCC was established after several years of planning and began on donated land outside Abeokuta. The school offers a comprehensive Bible training program intended both to prepare secondary-school graduates for further studies and to provide foundational preparation for men pursuing ministry. WNCC also includes an additional year option leading to an advanced diploma, with coursework in areas such as theology, language, ethics, and guided research.
Beyond school support, ACSF invites individuals and congregations to engage through practical avenues: sharing the work with others, praying for the ministry, giving financially, and participating in visits to see the schools’ work firsthand. ACSF also provides updates through newsletters and publishes ongoing stories and reports about ministry and student impact connected to its Nigeria-based schools.
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Independent Christian ChurchMuscatatuck Christian RanchMuscatatuck Christian Ranch is a Christian ranch camp in North Vernon, Indiana, offering youth camps, retreats,…Muscatatuck Christian Ranch
Muscatatuck Christian Ranch — Organization Profile Muscatatuck Christian Ranch, also presented online as C.A.M.P. at M.C.R., is a Christian-based ranch camp dedicated to teaching the gospel through outdoor camp experiences, worship, and community life. The ministry describes its work as…
Muscatatuck Christian Ranch — Organization Profile Muscatatuck Christian Ranch, also presented online as C.A.M.P. at M.C.R., is a Christian-based ranch camp dedicated to teaching the gospel through outdoor camp experiences, worship, and community life. The ministry describes its work as “making Christ real” and has identified its camp setting as a place where children, families, churches, and guests can learn, worship, and grow together. The ranch is located in North Vernon, Indiana, and serves campers and families from southern Indiana and surrounding communities through summer camps, retreats, Cowboy Church gatherings, and family events. Its setting is a major part of its ministry approach. The camp describes 250 acres of woods and pasture along the Muscatatuck River, with a lake, trails,…
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Muscatatuck Christian Ranch, also presented online as C.A.M.P. at M.C.R., is a Christian-based ranch camp dedicated to teaching the gospel through outdoor camp experiences, worship, and community life. The ministry describes its work as “making Christ real” and has identified its camp setting as a place where children, families, churches, and guests can learn, worship, and grow together.
The ranch is located in North Vernon, Indiana, and serves campers and families from southern Indiana and surrounding communities through summer camps, retreats, Cowboy Church gatherings, and family events. Its setting is a major part of its ministry approach. The camp describes 250 acres of woods and pasture along the Muscatatuck River, with a lake, trails, cabins, animals, and outdoor areas used for recreation, teaching, and worship.
Muscatatuck Christian Ranch operates with a ranch-style camp model that combines Bible teaching with hands-on outdoor activities. Camp experiences may include swimming, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, horseback riding, campfire gatherings, music, recreation, and time with animals. The camp also emphasizes worship and spiritual growth through scheduled camp sessions, Cowboy Church, and special gatherings with singers and speakers.
The camp offers several described program areas for different ages and needs. These include Wee Wrangler Day Camp, Wee Wrangler Overnight Camp, Basics of Faith Week, Handi-Camp, Music Camp, Camp Classic Week, and other seasonal gatherings. The Handi-Camp program is described as serving disabled youth through adults, while Music Camp focuses on contemporary and traditional Christian music. These offerings show the ranch’s focus on age-specific and needs-aware Christian camping in an outdoor ranch setting.
Muscatatuck Christian Ranch also functions as a retreat and community gathering site. Its website notes that churches and organizations may use the camp for retreats, and its schedule has included family outings, Cowboy Daze, Wildhorse Ministries, singing groups, and Fall Family Round-Up. The camp’s current public communications also ask for prayer, volunteers, support for projects, and donations to help campers who are unable to pay for camp.
People can engage with Muscatatuck Christian Ranch by registering campers, attending public events, participating in Cowboy Church, bringing a church or organization for a retreat, volunteering for camp projects, donating toward camper scholarships, or giving practical supplies listed by the camp. Its distinct contribution is a Christian ranch environment where outdoor activities, Bible teaching, music, family gatherings, and service opportunities are brought together for children and families.
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Independent Christian ChurchMyanmar Agape Christian MissionMyanmar Agape Christian Mission trains Christian leaders and supports evangelism, church planting, Bible education, and music…Myanmar Agape Christian Mission
Myanmar Agape Christian Mission — Organization Profile Myanmar Agape Christian Mission, also known as MACM, is a Christian mission organization established in January 2003 to fulfill the Great Commission through evangelism, Christian education, leadership training, and church planting. The mission…
Myanmar Agape Christian Mission — Organization Profile Myanmar Agape Christian Mission, also known as MACM, is a Christian mission organization established in January 2003 to fulfill the Great Commission through evangelism, Christian education, leadership training, and church planting. The mission communicates the Gospel, baptizes believers into Christ, teaches Scripture, equips teachers and church leaders, and plants churches for evangelism and the maturing of believers. The organization is located in Yangon, Myanmar, with U.S. forwarding and board support based through Imperial, Missouri. Its ministry serves people in Myanmar and bordering areas of China, with work connected to urban and rural communities, the China border region, Kachin State, Danai, northeastern Shan State, and other areas where trained leaders, pastors, missionaries, evangelists, youth…
Myanmar Agape Christian Mission — Organization Profile
Myanmar Agape Christian Mission, also known as MACM, is a Christian mission organization established in January 2003 to fulfill the Great Commission through evangelism, Christian education, leadership training, and church planting. The mission communicates the Gospel, baptizes believers into Christ, teaches Scripture, equips teachers and church leaders, and plants churches for evangelism and the maturing of believers.
The organization is located in Yangon, Myanmar, with U.S. forwarding and board support based through Imperial, Missouri. Its ministry serves people in Myanmar and bordering areas of China, with work connected to urban and rural communities, the China border region, Kachin State, Danai, northeastern Shan State, and other areas where trained leaders, pastors, missionaries, evangelists, youth ministers, and music ministers serve.
MACM’s ministry is built around two main areas: leadership training and evangelism with church planting. Its leadership training includes Yangon Christian College and Seminary, the China Border Training Center, and Danai Bible Training Center. Yangon Christian College and Seminary was established in January 2003 in Yangon and offers degree-level Christian education, including Bachelor of Theology and Master of Divinity programs.
The mission’s evangelism and church-planting work includes ministry in Danai, northeastern Shan State, and other areas. MACM describes its work in Danai as involving village and church establishment, land reclamation for rice cultivation, and Bible training. Its northeastern Shan State ministry has focused on tribal communities including Lisu, Lahu, and Ah Kha peoples. The organization also lists a Nagaland Initiative and Music Ministry among its evangelism and church-planting efforts.
MACM’s Music Ministry reflects its broader strategy of using local languages and cultural forms to communicate the Gospel. The mission describes open-air preaching, gospel music programs, recording and distribution of gospel albums, and training for Christian musicians. These efforts have included Burmese, Lisu, Rawang, Lahu, Chin, Kachin, and Shan language materials.
People can engage with Myanmar Agape Christian Mission by giving, praying, supporting Christian education, supporting church planting, and helping provide resources for ministry needs in Myanmar. The organization states that gifts may be designated for specific needs and that U.S. donations may be sent by check through its forwarding address. Its distinct contribution is training Myanmar-based Christian leaders while connecting education, evangelism, church planting, music ministry, and community-centered outreach.
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Independent Christian ChurchWorld Gospel OutreachWorld Gospel Outreach serves children and communities in Honduras and Belize through Rancho Ebenezer, serve teams,…World Gospel Outreach
World Gospel Outreach — Organization Profile World Gospel Outreach is a Christian mission organization focused on serving and evangelizing children and the poor. Its stated vision is “Impacting the faith of Christ followers through serving and evangelizing children and the…
World Gospel Outreach — Organization Profile World Gospel Outreach is a Christian mission organization focused on serving and evangelizing children and the poor. Its stated vision is “Impacting the faith of Christ followers through serving and evangelizing children and the poor.” WGO describes its work as rooted in biblical mandates to care for the poor, share the gospel of Jesus Christ, and meet the needs of others in accountable Christian service. The ministry serves in Honduras and Belize, with a U.S. office in Glen Ellyn, Illinois and ministry headquarters at Casa de Esperanza in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. World Gospel Outreach began ministry in Honduras before expanding into Belize in 2014. Its work brings North American volunteers together with Honduran and Belizean…
World Gospel Outreach — Organization Profile
World Gospel Outreach is a Christian mission organization focused on serving and evangelizing children and the poor. Its stated vision is “Impacting the faith of Christ followers through serving and evangelizing children and the poor.” WGO describes its work as rooted in biblical mandates to care for the poor, share the gospel of Jesus Christ, and meet the needs of others in accountable Christian service.
The ministry serves in Honduras and Belize, with a U.S. office in Glen Ellyn, Illinois and ministry headquarters at Casa de Esperanza in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. World Gospel Outreach began ministry in Honduras before expanding into Belize in 2014. Its work brings North American volunteers together with Honduran and Belizean staff, missionaries, local churches, and ministry partners.
WGO operates through several ministry areas, including Rancho Ebenezer, Tegucigalpa Serve Teams, Belize Serve Teams, Relief and Development, and WGO Kids child sponsorship. Rancho Ebenezer is a family-based children’s community in the mountains near Tegucigalpa for at-risk Honduran children. The ministry provides safe homes, education, counseling, Christian mentorship, vocational development, and preparation for independent adulthood.
Through its Tegucigalpa and Belize serve-team ministries, WGO works with local churches and communities to meet practical needs while sharing the gospel. Teams may participate in medical, dental, and optical care, water-filter installation, concrete floors, home and church projects, food distribution, Vacation Bible School, children’s ministry, relational discipleship, and evangelism. In Honduras, WGO describes long-term relationships with local evangelical churches that host serve teams and help facilitate outreach in their communities.
The organization’s Relief and Development ministry strengthens local churches by helping meet physical and spiritual needs in Central America. Relief work includes clean water, shelter, medical outreach, food distribution, and church-related construction. Development work includes pastoral training and support, small-business development, microfinance, biblical entrepreneurship courses, and vocational-skills training intended to help participants grow spiritually and move toward greater stability.
People can engage with World Gospel Outreach by joining a serve trip, sponsoring a child through WGO Kids, giving to ministry projects, supporting a specific missionary, participating in church partnerships, joining the newsletter, praying for the work, or supporting the WGO Coffee Club connected to Rancho Ebenezer. WGO also lists career opportunities and service roles for people interested in longer-term ministry involvement in Honduras, Belize, or stateside support.
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EducationHope International UniversityHope International University (HIU) is a private Christian university in Fullerton, California, offering on-campus, online, and…Hope International University
Hope International University — Organization Profile Hope International University (commonly abbreviated HIU) is a private Christian university based in Fullerton, California, serving students through on-campus, online, and hybrid learning formats. HIU states its mission is to empower students through Christian…
Hope International University — Organization Profile Hope International University (commonly abbreviated HIU) is a private Christian university based in Fullerton, California, serving students through on-campus, online, and hybrid learning formats. HIU states its mission is to empower students through Christian higher education to serve the Church and impact the world for Christ, shaping academic preparation around the integration of faith, service, and learning. Founded in 1928, HIU offers a range of academic pathways that include bachelor’s and master’s degrees, certificate programs, and credential programs. The university also offers a doctoral program in Marriage & Family Therapy (DMFT). Programs are organized to support students at different stages—traditional undergraduates on campus, working adults pursuing online undergraduate options, and graduate students looking for…
Hope International University — Organization Profile
Hope International University (commonly abbreviated HIU) is a private Christian university based in Fullerton, California, serving students through on-campus, online, and hybrid learning formats. HIU states its mission is to empower students through Christian higher education to serve the Church and impact the world for Christ, shaping academic preparation around the integration of faith, service, and learning.
Founded in 1928, HIU offers a range of academic pathways that include bachelor’s and master’s degrees, certificate programs, and credential programs. The university also offers a doctoral program in Marriage & Family Therapy (DMFT). Programs are organized to support students at different stages—traditional undergraduates on campus, working adults pursuing online undergraduate options, and graduate students looking for schedule-friendly formats that fit professional and family responsibilities.
HIU’s academic offerings span multiple disciplines, including business and management, communication studies, intercultural studies, ministry-focused training, education-related preparation, and counseling-related studies. In addition to coursework, the university describes its community life as Christ-centered, encouraging students toward personal formation, service, and practical readiness for work in churches, nonprofits, education settings, and other service-oriented fields.
Geographically, HIU’s primary campus is located in North Orange County in Fullerton, positioned within Southern California and accessible for students commuting from across the region. Through online and hybrid delivery, the university also serves students beyond California, extending its reach to learners who cannot relocate but want a Christian higher-education context connected to ministry and vocation.
Prospective students can engage HIU by requesting information, applying for undergraduate or graduate programs, and scheduling campus visits. Alumni, churches, and supporters can connect through donor resources and giving options, including a direct giving portal. HIU also competes in intercollegiate athletics through its Royals programs, providing another point of connection for students and families exploring campus life.
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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,…
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, 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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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 ChurchPsalm 82:3 MissionPsalm 82:3 Mission develops a Christ-centered foster care village and community center in Liberia through child…Psalm 82:3 Mission
Psalm 82:3 Mission — Organization Profile Psalm 82:3 Mission is a Christian nonprofit organization working to defend the weak and fatherless by empowering communities through foster care and sustainable community resources. The ministry takes its name from Psalm 82:3 and…
Psalm 82:3 Mission — Organization Profile Psalm 82:3 Mission is a Christian nonprofit organization working to defend the weak and fatherless by empowering communities through foster care and sustainable community resources. The ministry takes its name from Psalm 82:3 and applies that biblical call through long-term care for vulnerable children, families, and communities in Liberia. The organization is based in Lexington, Kentucky, and its field work is focused in Grand Bassa County, Liberia, West Africa. Psalm 82:3 Mission is developing 50 acres into a safe, Christ-centered children’s village and sustainable community center. Its public materials describe daily work among hundreds of children through foster care, education, medical care, agriculture, and church and community outreach. Psalm 82:3 Mission’s model centers on…
Psalm 82:3 Mission — Organization Profile
Psalm 82:3 Mission is a Christian nonprofit organization working to defend the weak and fatherless by empowering communities through foster care and sustainable community resources. The ministry takes its name from Psalm 82:3 and applies that biblical call through long-term care for vulnerable children, families, and communities in Liberia.
The organization is based in Lexington, Kentucky, and its field work is focused in Grand Bassa County, Liberia, West Africa. Psalm 82:3 Mission is developing 50 acres into a safe, Christ-centered children’s village and sustainable community center. Its public materials describe daily work among hundreds of children through foster care, education, medical care, agriculture, and church and community outreach.
Psalm 82:3 Mission’s model centers on five target areas: Foster Care, Church & Community, Education, Medical, and Agriculture. The foster care program provides safe homes and loving care for children. The education work includes Defenders Christian Academy, which the organization has expanded from primary education toward middle school. The medical work includes King Jesus Children’s Clinic, while agriculture and business initiatives are intended to support long-term sustainability and local income generation.
The ministry also employs a large Liberian staff team organized across departments including administration, foster care, education, medical care, church and community outreach, social work, agriculture, grounds, security, and transportation. This staffing structure reflects Psalm 82:3 Mission’s emphasis on local care, Liberian leadership, and sustainable community impact rather than short-term intervention alone.
Psalm 82:3 Mission invites churches, businesses, schools, families, and individuals to become partners in the work. Partnership options include student education support through Gatekeeper giving, staff support through Armor Bearer giving, full foster care sponsorship through Protector giving, and larger project support through Champion giving. The ministry also describes mission trips, meal packing events, collection drives, student scholarships, church presentations, special events, and prayer partnerships as ways to participate.
People can engage with Psalm 82:3 Mission by praying, giving, joining a mission trip, connecting the ministry with a church or school, supporting foster care and education, helping with needed supplies, sharing updates, or partnering through recurring support. Its distinct contribution is a Christ-centered foster care village and sustainable community center in Liberia that integrates child protection, education, medical care, agriculture, local employment, and church-based outreach.
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Independent Christian ChurchHaitian Christian OutreachHaitian Christian Outreach partners with Haitian Christians through church planting, education, health care, and community development…Haitian Christian Outreach
Haitian Christian Outreach — Organization Profile Haitian Christian Outreach, also known as HCO, is a Christian mission organization based in Kokomo, Indiana, with ministry work in Haiti. The organization describes its work with the phrase “doing something in Haiti that…
Haitian Christian Outreach — Organization Profile Haitian Christian Outreach, also known as HCO, is a Christian mission organization based in Kokomo, Indiana, with ministry work in Haiti. The organization describes its work with the phrase “doing something in Haiti that will last,” and its mission centers on partnering with Haitian Christians to transform a culture for Christ through church planting, education, health care, and community development. The organization’s core focus is equipping, empowering, and encouraging Haitian leaders and communities for lasting gospel-centered transformation. HCO’s ministry model emphasizes local leadership, discipleship, and long-term investment rather than short-term projects alone. Its church planting work mentors and disciples Haitian leaders, strengthens existing church leadership, and prepares leaders for future church plants. Haitian Christian…
Haitian Christian Outreach — Organization Profile
Haitian Christian Outreach, also known as HCO, is a Christian mission organization based in Kokomo, Indiana, with ministry work in Haiti. The organization describes its work with the phrase “doing something in Haiti that will last,” and its mission centers on partnering with Haitian Christians to transform a culture for Christ through church planting, education, health care, and community development.
The organization’s core focus is equipping, empowering, and encouraging Haitian leaders and communities for lasting gospel-centered transformation. HCO’s ministry model emphasizes local leadership, discipleship, and long-term investment rather than short-term projects alone. Its church planting work mentors and disciples Haitian leaders, strengthens existing church leadership, and prepares leaders for future church plants.
Haitian Christian Outreach serves communities across Haiti, including work connected to Peredo, Belle Anse, Cyvadier, Port-au-Prince, Grand Bois, Kapotyer, Seguin, and Terre-Neuve. Its churches are known as Emmanuel Christian Churches, and the organization reports that RoRo and Eline Eustache have planted eight Emmanuel Christian Churches led by Haitian pastors. These churches provide a spiritual foundation for broader ministry in local communities.
The organization operates through four main ministry areas. Church planting supports Haitian pastors and local congregations. Education includes six Emmanuel Christian Schools serving more than 1,600 students from preschool through secondary school with academic instruction, spiritual guidance, and meals. Health care is centered on Peredo Community Hospital, which provides quality medical care in southeast Haiti through services such as emergency care, surgery, general medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, urology, pediatrics, dentistry, diagnostic imaging, pharmacy, and basic labs.
A distinctive part of Haitian Christian Outreach’s work is integrating evangelism, Haitian-led leadership development, education, medical care, and community development into one long-term ministry strategy. Its community development work includes clean water projects, disaster relief, economic development, rabbit-raising projects, and sports evangelism that mentors children and teens in leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
People can engage with Haitian Christian Outreach by praying, giving, supporting classroom sponsorship, fundraising, hosting a Classroom Sponsorship Day, hosting a Christmas Giving Tree, applying for internships, following ministry updates, or donating to specific ministry areas. Churches and individuals can also support HCO’s work through financial gifts, prayer partnership, and ongoing encouragement for Haitian pastors, teachers, medical staff, students, and community leaders.
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Church of ChristConnect Conference (Nashville)Connect Conference is a Nashville-based Christian gathering hosted by Crieve Hall Church of Christ, equipping believers…Connect Conference (Nashville)
Connect Conference (Nashville) — Organization Profile Connect Conference is an annual Christian gathering hosted by the Crieve Hall Church of Christ in Nashville, Tennessee. The conference is built to help Christians and congregations strengthen their shared mission through discipleship, evangelism,…
Connect Conference (Nashville) — Organization Profile Connect Conference is an annual Christian gathering hosted by the Crieve Hall Church of Christ in Nashville, Tennessee. The conference is built to help Christians and congregations strengthen their shared mission through discipleship, evangelism, and spiritual growth, bringing together attendees from across the United States for Scripture-centered teaching, worship, and encouragement. According to its stated mission and description, Connect Conference is intentionally focused on the Great Commission—seeking to train and motivate disciples to evangelize the lost and bring souls to Jesus Christ. In practice, that purpose is expressed through keynote-style lessons, classroom sessions, and a schedule designed to address practical needs in congregational life. The goal is not merely inspiration, but equipping that can…
Connect Conference (Nashville) — Organization Profile
Connect Conference is an annual Christian gathering hosted by the Crieve Hall Church of Christ in Nashville, Tennessee. The conference is built to help Christians and congregations strengthen their shared mission through discipleship, evangelism, and spiritual growth, bringing together attendees from across the United States for Scripture-centered teaching, worship, and encouragement.
According to its stated mission and description, Connect Conference is intentionally focused on the Great Commission—seeking to train and motivate disciples to evangelize the lost and bring souls to Jesus Christ. In practice, that purpose is expressed through keynote-style lessons, classroom sessions, and a schedule designed to address practical needs in congregational life. The goal is not merely inspiration, but equipping that can translate into faithful action in everyday relationships, family life, and local church ministry.
The conference is organized to serve a wide range of attendees, including individuals, families, and church leaders. Its programming commonly includes interactive learning environments, opportunities for fellowship with other Christians, and shared worship through congregational singing. Because the event is hosted by a local congregation with support from multiple churches and partner organizations, it also functions as a regional hub for collaboration—encouraging churches to learn from one another and return home with clear next steps for disciple-making.
Connect Conference also provides practical tools beyond live sessions. The official site includes a downloads area with promotional and presentation resources, and the conference maintains an online video presence for keynote livestreams and archived recordings. This makes it possible for churches, small groups, and individuals to reuse lessons for continued study, teaching, and encouragement throughout the year.
For those who want to engage, the simplest starting points are the conference’s About and FAQ pages, which summarize the conference purpose and participation expectations, along with the exhibits information for organizations that want to serve attendees. Churches and individuals can also follow the official social accounts for public updates and use the contact page for conference-related questions.
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Independent Christian ChurchSewing Seams of HopeSewing Seams of Hope is a Brazil, Indiana sewing ministry creating handmade diapers, dresses, britches, hats,…Sewing Seams of Hope
Sewing Seams of Hope — Organization Profile Sewing Seams of Hope is the mission sewing ministry of First Christian Church in Brazil, Indiana. Formerly known as the FCC Sewing Ministry, it began in 2000 after church members learned at the…
Sewing Seams of Hope — Organization Profile Sewing Seams of Hope is the mission sewing ministry of First Christian Church in Brazil, Indiana. Formerly known as the FCC Sewing Ministry, it began in 2000 after church members learned at the National Missionary Convention, now the International Conference on Missions, of the need for cloth diapers at the birthing center of Northwest Haiti Christian Mission. Since then, the ministry has grown into a practical sewing outreach that creates handmade items for children, families, and mission partners around the world. The ministry is based in Brazil, Indiana, and ships completed items to mission partners serving in Haiti, Africa, India, Asia, South America, the Philippines, Central America, Honduras, Uganda, Nicaragua, Ukraine, Kenya, and…
Sewing Seams of Hope — Organization Profile
Sewing Seams of Hope is the mission sewing ministry of First Christian Church in Brazil, Indiana. Formerly known as the FCC Sewing Ministry, it began in 2000 after church members learned at the National Missionary Convention, now the International Conference on Missions, of the need for cloth diapers at the birthing center of Northwest Haiti Christian Mission. Since then, the ministry has grown into a practical sewing outreach that creates handmade items for children, families, and mission partners around the world.
The ministry is based in Brazil, Indiana, and ships completed items to mission partners serving in Haiti, Africa, India, Asia, South America, the Philippines, Central America, Honduras, Uganda, Nicaragua, Ukraine, Kenya, and other locations. Its work is carried out through volunteers who gather at First Christian Church and through supporters who sew from other locations using patterns and instructions provided by the ministry.
Sewing Seams of Hope’s primary projects include cloth diapers, dresses, britches for boys, baby hats, and toddler bibs. The diaper ministry remains a central focus, with volunteers sewing large quantities of flannel diapers for mission use. The dress ministry includes “pillowcase” and darling-style dresses made from donated fabric, sheets, pillowcases, scrub tops, trim, lace, buttons, and other materials. The ministry also makes boys’ britches and repurposes T-shirt sleeves and neck areas into hats and bibs.
The organization operates with a simple, volunteer-driven process. Volunteers meet for scheduled sewing dates at First Christian Church, and the website provides downloadable patterns so others can participate from home, churches, or sewing groups. Completed items may be shipped to the ministry, which then helps distribute them through mission partners. This model allows people with sewing skills, donated fabric, or a willingness to learn to take part in hands-on mission service.
Sewing Seams of Hope also serves as a connector between local churches, sewing groups, and global ministries. Its annual results pages document shipments to partners such as Haiti House of Hope, the Miriam Center in Haiti, His Eyes in Honduras, Ray of Hope in Uganda, Joey Potter Missions, Sew to Sow, Lenna’s Ladybugs, Living By Grace & Faith Ministries in the Philippines, and other mission-connected groups. These records show a ministry shaped by consistent, practical support for missionaries and ministries serving children and families.
People can engage with Sewing Seams of Hope by attending sewing dates, donating fabric or supplies, sending completed projects, making financial gifts through First Christian Church, using the downloadable patterns, or sharing the ministry with churches and sewing groups. Its distinct contribution is turning sewing, donated materials, and volunteer time into practical mission supplies for children and families served by Christian ministries worldwide.
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Church of ChristInternational Gospel Hour (IGH)International Gospel Hour (IGH) is a Bible-teaching ministry that began in 1934 when V.E. Howard started…International Gospel Hour (IGH)
International Gospel Hour (IGH) — Organization Profile International Gospel Hour (IGH) is a Bible-teaching broadcast ministry known for preaching the gospel through long-running radio and audio programming. The program traces its beginnings to 1934, when V.E. Howard began preaching on…
International Gospel Hour (IGH) — Organization Profile International Gospel Hour (IGH) is a Bible-teaching broadcast ministry known for preaching the gospel through long-running radio and audio programming. The program traces its beginnings to 1934, when V.E. Howard began preaching on Arkansas radio and became widely recognized for the question, “Are you listening?” Over time, the work became the International Gospel Hour and continued expanding distribution so listeners could access Bible lessons in multiple formats. IGH is overseen by the Elders of the West Fayetteville church of Christ in Fayetteville, Tennessee, and it operates with a national reach through radio station partnerships and on-demand delivery. In its current form, IGH notes it is among the longest-running weekly religious radio broadcasts in…
International Gospel Hour (IGH) — Organization Profile
International Gospel Hour (IGH) is a Bible-teaching broadcast ministry known for preaching the gospel through long-running radio and audio programming. The program traces its beginnings to 1934, when V.E. Howard began preaching on Arkansas radio and became widely recognized for the question, “Are you listening?” Over time, the work became the International Gospel Hour and continued expanding distribution so listeners could access Bible lessons in multiple formats.
IGH is overseen by the Elders of the West Fayetteville church of Christ in Fayetteville, Tennessee, and it operates with a national reach through radio station partnerships and on-demand delivery. In its current form, IGH notes it is among the longest-running weekly religious radio broadcasts in America, distributing content in multiple time lengths (including 30-minute and 15-minute programs, along with shorter features) so stations can carry broadcasts that fit local schedules.
Alongside broadcast radio, IGH has developed additional ways for people to listen and watch. The ministry maintains a media library with recent lessons, provides podcast availability across major platforms, and promotes an app intended to help listeners keep up with episodes. IGH also added video distribution through YouTube in the early 2020s, extending the same teaching focus to viewers who prefer video-based access.
IGH emphasizes practical, Bible-centered teaching and offers several “next steps” for those who want to study more deeply. The ministry invites people to request free materials, including a Bible correspondence course, by contacting the office. It also points seekers toward trusted partner resources for further study and encouragement, reflecting a “connect-and-equip” approach rather than a single-program-only model.
For churches and radio stations, IGH provides guidance for downloading and airing episodes through tools such as an RSS feed and other distribution options. That infrastructure supports consistent weekly programming and helps broadcasting partners carry content reliably. In addition, the ministry shares contact details and pathways for listeners to submit questions or request materials.
Those who want to support the work financially can do so through IGH’s giving page, which the ministry describes as a convenience for existing supporters rather than a general solicitation of its listening audience. People can also engage by listening regularly, sharing episodes, subscribing through podcast platforms, and following IGH’s updates through its official channels.
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Independent Christian ChurchLa Costa Colombia MissionLa Costa Colombia Mission supports churches, pastors, children’s ministries, medical missions, and community outreach along Colombia’s…La Costa Colombia Mission
La Costa Colombia Mission — Organization Profile La Costa Colombia Mission is a Christian nonprofit based in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving churches, pastors, ministries, and vulnerable communities along the Colombian coast. The organization describes itself as a mission that supports missions…
La Costa Colombia Mission — Organization Profile La Costa Colombia Mission is a Christian nonprofit based in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving churches, pastors, ministries, and vulnerable communities along the Colombian coast. The organization describes itself as a mission that supports missions and churches already working in their neighborhoods, building spiritual and financial support relationships with local leaders and ministries. The organization’s core focus is supporting Colombian churches and missions through children’s feeding ministries, medical missions, community health programs, pastoral encouragement, and short-term mission coordination. La Costa Colombia works with local missionaries and pastors who are already serving in their own communities, helping strengthen their work through prayer, resources, trips, and partnership. La Costa Colombia serves communities in Barranquilla, Santa Marta, Sincelejo,…
La Costa Colombia Mission — Organization Profile
La Costa Colombia Mission is a Christian nonprofit based in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving churches, pastors, ministries, and vulnerable communities along the Colombian coast. The organization describes itself as a mission that supports missions and churches already working in their neighborhoods, building spiritual and financial support relationships with local leaders and ministries.
The organization’s core focus is supporting Colombian churches and missions through children’s feeding ministries, medical missions, community health programs, pastoral encouragement, and short-term mission coordination. La Costa Colombia works with local missionaries and pastors who are already serving in their own communities, helping strengthen their work through prayer, resources, trips, and partnership.
La Costa Colombia serves communities in Barranquilla, Santa Marta, Sincelejo, Buenaventura, La Guajira, and other areas of Colombia’s coastal region. Its website identifies partner congregations and ministries that focus on feeding and educating children, supporting and training young parents, promoting community health, and providing medical outreach in vulnerable communities.
The ministry operates through U.S.-based coordination and Colombia-based collaboration. Its directors are based in the United States, where they coordinate missionary trips, children’s dining halls, medical missions, and events related to comprehensive community care. Local collaborators in Colombia work in the cities and neighborhoods where La Costa Colombia has developed relationships with churches, pastors, and mission partners.
A distinctive part of La Costa Colombia’s work is strengthening existing local ministries rather than replacing them. Its supported ministries include Construyendo Casa Firme, a children’s dining room connected with Casa Firme church in the Las Flores neighborhood, and Pesca Milagrosa, a group of churches that brings the Word of God to towns and hard-to-reach areas. The organization also supports local pastors through online meetings and occasional retreats for rest, training, and encouragement.
People can engage with La Costa Colombia by giving, praying, following ministry updates, supporting children’s feeding and education efforts, helping medical missions, or participating in short-term mission work. The organization has partnered with FAME for medical mission trips in Colombia, including outreach through Casa Firme in Barranquilla and other neighboring communities. Donations help feed and educate children, strengthen young parents, improve health in vulnerable communities, and support local pastors serving along the Colombian coast.
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Lubbock Christian University (LCU) — Organization Profile Lubbock Christian University (LCU) is a private Christian university affiliated with the Churches of Christ, based in Lubbock, Texas, serving students across the South Plains of Texas and beyond through on-campus and online…
Lubbock Christian University (LCU) — Organization Profile Lubbock Christian University (LCU) is a private Christian university affiliated with the Churches of Christ, based in Lubbock, Texas, serving students across the South Plains of Texas and beyond through on-campus and online learning. The university describes itself as a Christ-centered academic community that aims to integrate faith and learning while preparing students for work, service, and leadership in their communities. LCU’s stated mission is “transforming the hearts, minds, and hands of students for lives of purpose and service.” This emphasis shows up in the way LCU frames its identity and campus life: academic development is paired with spiritual formation and community expectations shaped by Christian conviction. LCU also states a vision to…
Lubbock Christian University (LCU) — Organization Profile
Lubbock Christian University (LCU) is a private Christian university affiliated with the Churches of Christ, based in Lubbock, Texas, serving students across the South Plains of Texas and beyond through on-campus and online learning. The university describes itself as a Christ-centered academic community that aims to integrate faith and learning while preparing students for work, service, and leadership in their communities.
LCU’s stated mission is “transforming the hearts, minds, and hands of students for lives of purpose and service.” This emphasis shows up in the way LCU frames its identity and campus life: academic development is paired with spiritual formation and community expectations shaped by Christian conviction. LCU also states a vision to be a leading Christian university marked by academic excellence and a commitment to faith that seeks understanding, where wisdom is pursued, vocation is discerned, and service is fostered.
Founded in 1957 by members of the Churches of Christ, LCU was established to prepare and equip students for lives of Christian service. While rooted in that tradition, the university also notes that it welcomes students from different faith backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing hospitality and a community ethos built around dignity, integrity, and thoughtful engagement.
Academically, LCU offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across more than 65 areas of study, with options to learn in person and online. The university highlights a student-focused approach that includes mentoring relationships with faculty and campus resources intended to support learning, career preparation, and student success. For prospective students, LCU’s admissions pathways include campus visits, application steps, financial assistance guidance, and direct connections with admissions advisors.
Campus faith life is a distinct part of LCU’s experience. The university points to practices such as Bible classes and chapel, along with service opportunities and mission experiences. These rhythms are designed to help students grow spiritually while building habits of service and engagement that extend beyond the campus into local churches and community partnerships.
People can engage with LCU in several practical ways. Prospective students can visit campus, connect with an admissions advisor, and apply for undergraduate or graduate programs. Alumni, families, and friends can support LCU through charitable giving, including gifts directed to specific priorities like scholarships and academic programs. Churches and community partners can also connect through events and ongoing university initiatives that align with LCU’s focus on education, faith formation, and service.
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Independent Christian ChurchARM Prison OutreachARM Prison Outreach (American Rehabilitation Ministries) equips prison chaplains and ministry partners with Bibles, Bible study…ARM Prison Outreach
ARM Prison Outreach — Organization Profile ARM Prison Outreach is the public-facing name of American Rehabilitation Ministries (ARM), based in Joplin, Missouri, focused on bringing the message of Jesus to people who are incarcerated. Founded in 1973, ARM serves as…
ARM Prison Outreach — Organization Profile ARM Prison Outreach is the public-facing name of American Rehabilitation Ministries (ARM), based in Joplin, Missouri, focused on bringing the message of Jesus to people who are incarcerated. Founded in 1973, ARM serves as a behind-the-scenes partner to chaplains, churches, and volunteers by providing printed resources and practical tools that can be used inside correctional facilities where access is limited. At the heart of the ministry is getting Scripture and discipleship materials into prisons and jails. ARM supplies Bibles and coordinates Bible study materials that can be distributed in facilities. One of the ongoing emphases highlighted by the organization is helping provide a Bible for a prisoner at a stated cost of $5 (covering…
ARM Prison Outreach — Organization Profile
ARM Prison Outreach is the public-facing name of American Rehabilitation Ministries (ARM), based in Joplin, Missouri, focused on bringing the message of Jesus to people who are incarcerated. Founded in 1973, ARM serves as a behind-the-scenes partner to chaplains, churches, and volunteers by providing printed resources and practical tools that can be used inside correctional facilities where access is limited.
At the heart of the ministry is getting Scripture and discipleship materials into prisons and jails. ARM supplies Bibles and coordinates Bible study materials that can be distributed in facilities. One of the ongoing emphases highlighted by the organization is helping provide a Bible for a prisoner at a stated cost of $5 (covering purchase, processing, shipping, and handling), and partnering efforts such as the “God Sets You Free” project that expands access to biblical resources for inmates who want them but cannot afford them.
ARM also supports the day-to-day realities of ministry behind bars by offering greeting-card resources for incarcerated people—a practical way to help inmates communicate with family members and maintain relationships. In addition, the organization operates the American Bible Academy (ABA), a Bible correspondence approach that delivers structured courses directly to inmates (and makes online access available through ABARC.org). This combines lesson-based study with a process for completion and recognition, aimed at sustained growth rather than a single touchpoint.
Another distinctive area of service is baptistry support. ARM is known for providing portable baptistries designed for prisons and jails, making it possible for chaplains and prison-based church gatherings to practice baptism even in restrictive environments. Alongside prison-focused support, ARM also sells portable baptistries for churches (including communion-table models), with a stated goal of helping offset the cost of units provided for correctional settings.
ARM’s scope is nationwide across the United States and also international, serving incarcerated men and women through resource distribution and structured study options that can be implemented by local chaplains and ministry partners. Individuals, churches, and supporters can engage by donating, sponsoring specific resource needs (such as Bibles), praying for prison ministry, subscribing for updates, or volunteering through the organization’s Joplin-based operations.
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Independent Christian ChurchReaching JapanReaching Japan is a church-planting ministry serving Nagoya through Japanese-language Gospel ministry, discipleship, Recon Tours, internships,…Reaching Japan
Reaching Japan — Organization Profile Reaching Japan is the church-planting ministry of James and Rosie Miyashita, focused on planting churches in urban Japan and helping Japanese people hear the Gospel through long-term, Japanese-language ministry. The Miyashitas describe their work as…
Reaching Japan — Organization Profile Reaching Japan is the church-planting ministry of James and Rosie Miyashita, focused on planting churches in urban Japan and helping Japanese people hear the Gospel through long-term, Japanese-language ministry. The Miyashitas describe their work as church planting in Japan, with a current focus on Nagoya, one of Japan’s largest metropolitan areas. The ministry serves in Nagoya, Japan, with sending and support connections through Eastwood Baptist Church in Marietta, Georgia, and MissionGO in the United States and Canada. James and Rosie moved to Japan in 2019, served first in Niigata, and moved to Nagoya in 2021 to plant Owari Baptist Church. Their stated goal is to help start a church in each of Nagoya’s 16 districts…
Reaching Japan — Organization Profile
Reaching Japan is the church-planting ministry of James and Rosie Miyashita, focused on planting churches in urban Japan and helping Japanese people hear the Gospel through long-term, Japanese-language ministry. The Miyashitas describe their work as church planting in Japan, with a current focus on Nagoya, one of Japan’s largest metropolitan areas.
The ministry serves in Nagoya, Japan, with sending and support connections through Eastwood Baptist Church in Marietta, Georgia, and MissionGO in the United States and Canada. James and Rosie moved to Japan in 2019, served first in Niigata, and moved to Nagoya in 2021 to plant Owari Baptist Church. Their stated goal is to help start a church in each of Nagoya’s 16 districts by 2030.
Reaching Japan’s ministry model centers on church planting, discipleship, leadership training, Japanese-language ministry, relationship building, and missionary preparation. The ministry emphasizes that disciples are made and leaders are trained in the context of biblical local churches. Its approach is church-focused, relational, and aimed at long-term sustainability rather than dependence on foreign structures.
The ministry also provides pathways for people exploring mission work in Japan. Reaching Japan hosts Japan Recon Tours for serious ministry inquirers who want to understand life and ministry in Japan before taking next steps. These tours are designed for people praying about ministry generally or Japan specifically, and they include exposure to Japanese culture, ministry realities, and missionary life.
Reaching Japan’s internship program is designed to prepare people for long-term service connected to church planting ministry in Japan. Mini internships last three to six months and help college students or recent graduates gain ministry experience, language exposure, and cultural understanding. Standard internships last one to two years and are intended for those seriously considering full-time ministry in Japan, with language school, church involvement, relationship building, and preparation for possible church-planting team service.
People can engage with Reaching Japan by praying, subscribing to ministry updates, supporting the Miyashitas through MissionGO, watching ministry videos and seminars, applying for a Recon Tour, exploring an internship, or contacting the ministry about Japan church-planting opportunities. Its distinct contribution is focused church-planting work in Nagoya that combines Japanese-language Gospel ministry, local church formation, missionary preparation, and a goal of catalyzing 16 churches by 2030.
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ConsultingE2: Effective EldersE2: Effective Elders equips church elder teams through coaching, training resources, and online video curriculum, helping…E2: Effective Elders
e2: effective elders — Organization Profile e2: Effective Elders (often shortened to E2) is a nonprofit ministry focused on encouraging and equipping church elders to lead well. The organization serves congregations by strengthening elder teams and the leaders who work…
e2: effective elders — Organization Profile e2: Effective Elders (often shortened to E2) is a nonprofit ministry focused on encouraging and equipping church elders to lead well. The organization serves congregations by strengthening elder teams and the leaders who work alongside them, with an emphasis on the biblical role of elders, healthy governance, and practical leadership that supports the long-term health of the local church. E2’s work is built around relationship-based development. The ministry describes its approach as partnering with elders in authentic relationship, providing relevant resources, and presenting training opportunities. A central expression of that partnership is coaching—supporting elder teams and staff teams through conversations, guidance, and tools that help leaders clarify responsibilities, address challenges, and pursue healthier patterns…
e2: effective elders — Organization Profile
e2: Effective Elders (often shortened to E2) is a nonprofit ministry focused on encouraging and equipping church elders to lead well. The organization serves congregations by strengthening elder teams and the leaders who work alongside them, with an emphasis on the biblical role of elders, healthy governance, and practical leadership that supports the long-term health of the local church.
E2’s work is built around relationship-based development. The ministry describes its approach as partnering with elders in authentic relationship, providing relevant resources, and presenting training opportunities. A central expression of that partnership is coaching—supporting elder teams and staff teams through conversations, guidance, and tools that help leaders clarify responsibilities, address challenges, and pursue healthier patterns of leadership together.
Alongside coaching, e2 produces training resources that churches can use within their own leadership rhythms. These resources include books and digital materials designed for elder training, plus video-based curriculum such as e2 Talks, which provides hours of teaching aimed at elder life, leadership, ministry, and relationships. E2 also offers online access options such as All-Access membership for teams that want a broader digital library of e2 content.
E2 connects with leaders through multiple touchpoints, including events and conference-style training sessions hosted in partnership with churches and schools. The ministry also provides free resources and ongoing content through its blog, video resources, and podcast platform, creating ways for leaders to learn and apply insights outside of a single weekend or workshop.
The organization emphasizes a “partner church” model, inviting congregations to engage through ongoing relationship and resourcing. Churches can explore partnership, start a conversation about coaching, and identify appropriate tools for their context. Individuals can also engage by using the organization’s free materials, purchasing resources for team development, and giving financially to support elder development and leadership strengthening for churches.
E2 is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and serves churches and leaders across the United States and internationally through coaching, resources, and training opportunities. Engagement typically begins with a conversation about a church’s leadership needs and can expand into coaching relationships, team training, and sustained resourcing that fits a congregation’s leadership structure and mission.
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Independent Christian ChurchNorthwest Haiti Christian MissionNorthwest Haiti Christian Mission serves northwest Haiti through Christian ministry, Haitian church partnerships, medical care, education,…Northwest Haiti Christian Mission
Northwest Haiti Christian Mission — Organization Profile Northwest Haiti Christian Mission, also known as NWHCM, is a Christian mission organization that serves people in northwest Haiti through Gospel-centered ministry, practical care, education, medical work, and community support. Its stated mission…
Northwest Haiti Christian Mission — Organization Profile Northwest Haiti Christian Mission, also known as NWHCM, is a Christian mission organization that serves people in northwest Haiti through Gospel-centered ministry, practical care, education, medical work, and community support. Its stated mission is to serve the people of Haiti by providing sustainable support that enriches lives spiritually and physically. The organization is based in Lebanon, Indiana, and its field work is concentrated in the northwest region of Haiti. NWHCM works through Haitian churches, schools, clinics, orphan care, nutrition programs, elder care, special-needs care, and mission partnerships. Public ministry descriptions state that the organization serves thousands of people across northwest Haiti regardless of age, gender, or religion. NWHCM’s ministry model combines local Haitian…
Northwest Haiti Christian Mission — Organization Profile
Northwest Haiti Christian Mission, also known as NWHCM, is a Christian mission organization that serves people in northwest Haiti through Gospel-centered ministry, practical care, education, medical work, and community support. Its stated mission is to serve the people of Haiti by providing sustainable support that enriches lives spiritually and physically.
The organization is based in Lebanon, Indiana, and its field work is concentrated in the northwest region of Haiti. NWHCM works through Haitian churches, schools, clinics, orphan care, nutrition programs, elder care, special-needs care, and mission partnerships. Public ministry descriptions state that the organization serves thousands of people across northwest Haiti regardless of age, gender, or religion.
NWHCM’s ministry model combines local Haitian leadership, missionary staff, church partnerships, and donor support. The organization describes its work as serving through the instrument of the church, with programs that include primary and secondary education, nutrition, orphanages, medical clinics, and indigenous church empowerment. It also states that it is one of the largest employers in the northwest zone of Haiti.
Medical ministry is one of NWHCM’s major areas of service. Its programs include clinics, surgery-related care, eye care, a birthing center, pharmacy support, and medical services for people who need free or low-cost care. The mission also supports education through a network of schools, nutrition sponsorships for children, orphanage care, the Miriam Center for children with special needs, and Gran Moun elder care for seniors in need.
NWHCM has historically welcomed short-term mission teams, interns, long-term missionary candidates, and church partners. Due to ongoing difficulty in Haiti, including travel limitations, rising costs, supply challenges, and security concerns, the organization has emphasized continued financial support, prayer, and partnership to help keep ministries operating and Haitian staff employed.
People can engage with Northwest Haiti Christian Mission by giving to the general fund, supporting missionaries, sponsoring orphanage care, nutrition, elder care, special-needs care, medical ministry, or education, applying for internships, exploring missionary service, subscribing for updates, and praying for Haiti. Its distinct contribution is long-term Christian mission work in northwest Haiti that integrates evangelism, Haitian church empowerment, medical care, education, nutrition, orphan care, elder care, and special-needs ministry.
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EducationRenew UniversityRenew University (RenewU) is a ministry training platform sponsored by Renew Network, offering online courses and…Renew University
Renew University — Organization Profile Renew University (often referred to as RenewU) is a ministry-focused learning platform sponsored by Renew Network (Renew.org). Designed to serve the church, Renew University provides an educational environment for believers who want deeper biblical training…
Renew University — Organization Profile Renew University (often referred to as RenewU) is a ministry-focused learning platform sponsored by Renew Network (Renew.org). Designed to serve the church, Renew University provides an educational environment for believers who want deeper biblical training for life and ministry. Its stated focus includes resources for everyday disciples as well as Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and leaders in training. Renew University describes two primary “wings” of its work: a growing library of teaching content and a structured certificate track. The platform highlights access to teachers with advanced degrees and ministry experience, with course topics spanning areas such as Jesus and the Gospels, Christian evidences, the Old Testament, Acts and Paul, the book of Romans, and related…
Renew University — Organization Profile
Renew University (often referred to as RenewU) is a ministry-focused learning platform sponsored by Renew Network (Renew.org). Designed to serve the church, Renew University provides an educational environment for believers who want deeper biblical training for life and ministry. Its stated focus includes resources for everyday disciples as well as Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and leaders in training.
Renew University describes two primary “wings” of its work: a growing library of teaching content and a structured certificate track. The platform highlights access to teachers with advanced degrees and ministry experience, with course topics spanning areas such as Jesus and the Gospels, Christian evidences, the Old Testament, Acts and Paul, the book of Romans, and related studies offered through an online course calendar.
A central pathway is RenewU’s Certificate in Theology (CIT) Program, which Renew University presents as a cohort-based learning experience. The CIT track is structured to run for about twenty months, with students joining a cohort to progress through the sequence together. The program emphasizes both rock-solid Bible teaching and relational learning through cohort community, aiming to help students internalize training and apply it in ministry contexts.
Renew University also connects its work to the broader Renew Network ecosystem, which advocates biblical theology for the purpose of disciplemaking. Renew Network’s public description includes ongoing articles and resources, coaching and learning communities, and gatherings—alongside sponsorship of Renew University. In that sense, Renew University functions as a training extension within a larger network that seeks to support churches and leaders pursuing disciplemaking.
Renew University explicitly states that it operates as a non-degree-granting religious educational program and that it is not accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or CHEA. Certificates issued by Renew University indicate completion of internal program requirements for religious and ministry purposes and are not presented as academic degrees.
Those who want to engage with Renew University can explore the current course schedule, try a free class, or enroll in the Certificate in Theology program through Renew Network’s enrollment pathway. The platform also provides a direct point of contact for questions and coordination, and it maintains official social channels for updates and video content.
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Church of ChristGulf Coast Getaway (GCG)Gulf Coast Getaway (GCG) is a college ministry gathering that brings campus ministries together for worship,…Gulf Coast Getaway (GCG)
Gulf Coast Getaway (GCG) — Organization Profile Gulf Coast Getaway (GCG) is a conference-style gathering built specifically for college students and campus ministries. GCG brings together students from dozens of college ministries across the United States for a shared weekend…
Gulf Coast Getaway (GCG) — Organization Profile Gulf Coast Getaway (GCG) is a conference-style gathering built specifically for college students and campus ministries. GCG brings together students from dozens of college ministries across the United States for a shared weekend of worship, Bible teaching, and encouragement aimed at helping students stay rooted in faith during the uniquely formative college years. The heart of GCG is equipping students to lean into their faith and God’s mission while they are on campus and in their communities. Rather than functioning as a generic youth rally, the event is designed around the realities of college life—helping students grow in conviction, develop spiritual habits, and strengthen relationships that support long-term discipleship. Programmatically, GCG follows a…
Gulf Coast Getaway (GCG) — Organization Profile
Gulf Coast Getaway (GCG) is a conference-style gathering built specifically for college students and campus ministries. GCG brings together students from dozens of college ministries across the United States for a shared weekend of worship, Bible teaching, and encouragement aimed at helping students stay rooted in faith during the uniquely formative college years.
The heart of GCG is equipping students to lean into their faith and God’s mission while they are on campus and in their communities. Rather than functioning as a generic youth rally, the event is designed around the realities of college life—helping students grow in conviction, develop spiritual habits, and strengthen relationships that support long-term discipleship.
Programmatically, GCG follows a conference rhythm that typically includes large-group sessions (worship and keynote teaching) alongside breakout-style learning that allows students and ministry leaders to choose focused topics for growth. Many groups attend as campus ministries, which gives students a shared experience they can carry back to their campus fellowship for follow-up conversations, prayer, and practical next steps.
GCG is hosted in Gulf Coast–area locations, and the event has been held in various settings across the broader Gulf region. This destination-based approach creates space for concentrated community: students step away from campus pressures for a short period, build friendships with believers from other schools, and return home refreshed and better connected to a wider network of Christian peers.
For participation, GCG offers a straightforward on-ramp for both individuals and groups. Registration is available online, and the event notes that registration provides access to the conference program while lodging is handled separately by attendees and groups. Churches and campus ministries commonly use GCG as an annual anchor for college discipleship—bringing student leaders and newer students together for a focused weekend of teaching, worship, and community.
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Church of ChristChristian Relief Fund (CRF)Christian Relief Fund (CRF) is an Amarillo, Texas-based ministry serving children and communities worldwide through child…Christian Relief Fund (CRF)
Christian Relief Fund (CRF) — Organization Profile Christian Relief Fund (CRF) is a Christian humanitarian organization focused on empowering orphans and vulnerable children to break the cycle of poverty through practical care and gospel-centered support. CRF describes its approach as…
Christian Relief Fund (CRF) — Organization Profile Christian Relief Fund (CRF) is a Christian humanitarian organization focused on empowering orphans and vulnerable children to break the cycle of poverty through practical care and gospel-centered support. CRF describes its approach as “holistic,” working to address needs that touch daily life—like food, education, and healthcare—while also supporting spiritual growth through Bible teaching and partnership with local believers. CRF is based in Amarillo, Texas, and serves children and communities in more than 20 countries worldwide through long-term programs and field teams. Their work includes locations such as Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, India, Kenya, Mexico, Nicaragua, Romania, Uganda, Ukraine, the United States, Zimbabwe, and additional countries where CRF partners are active. This geographic…
Christian Relief Fund (CRF) — Organization Profile
Christian Relief Fund (CRF) is a Christian humanitarian organization focused on empowering orphans and vulnerable children to break the cycle of poverty through practical care and gospel-centered support. CRF describes its approach as “holistic,” working to address needs that touch daily life—like food, education, and healthcare—while also supporting spiritual growth through Bible teaching and partnership with local believers.
CRF is based in Amarillo, Texas, and serves children and communities in more than 20 countries worldwide through long-term programs and field teams. Their work includes locations such as Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, India, Kenya, Mexico, Nicaragua, Romania, Uganda, Ukraine, the United States, Zimbabwe, and additional countries where CRF partners are active. This geographic spread reflects CRF’s commitment to sustained ministry in diverse cultural and economic contexts.
A defining feature of CRF is its Luke 2:52 model, which centers on helping children and communities grow intellectually, physically, spiritually, and socially. Rather than focusing on only one type of need, CRF aims to support whole-person development. In practice, this framework shows up in how CRF designs projects, evaluates impact, and communicates goals to sponsors, donors, and partner churches.
CRF identifies two core areas of work: Child Sponsorship and Clean Water Projects. Child sponsorship provides ongoing support for children’s essentials and development, with sponsors contributing a monthly gift that helps fund local programs. Clean water projects include efforts that improve reliable access to safe water and strengthen community health. CRF also notes additional ministry involvement that can include disaster relief response, schools and educational support, medical-related assistance, and support connected to church and leader training in various settings.
Engagement with CRF is structured around practical next steps. Individuals and churches can sponsor a child, give toward clean water or broader needs, or select specific giving options through CRF’s gift catalog. CRF also offers opportunities for deeper involvement through mission awareness trips that help participants learn from believers and ministry partners in other cultures. For supporters who want to expand CRF’s reach locally, the CRF Ambassador Program offers a pathway to share CRF’s work in communities, churches, workplaces, and online.
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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…
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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.
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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.
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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 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.
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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 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.
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RenewU, formerly Renew University, is a ministry of RENEW.org that provides accessible biblical and theological education for everyday believers, Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and emerging church leaders. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RenewU helps Christians deepen their understanding…
RenewU, formerly Renew University, is a ministry of RENEW.org that provides accessible biblical and theological education for everyday believers, Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and emerging church leaders. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RenewU helps Christians deepen their understanding of Scripture and prepare for faithful service through online learning that connects biblical knowledge with practical ministry and disciple making. Its Certificate in Theology program brings students together in learning cohorts, combining instruction from experienced teachers with relationships that encourage growth and accountability. Courses address the Bible, theology, and ministry, allowing participants to study from home while learning alongside fellow believers. Faculty members combine advanced academic training with ministry experience, helping students apply what they learn in their congregations and…
RenewU, formerly Renew University, is a ministry of RENEW.org that provides accessible biblical and theological education for everyday believers, Bible teachers, ministers, elders, and emerging church leaders. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, RenewU helps Christians deepen their understanding of Scripture and prepare for faithful service through online learning that connects biblical knowledge with practical ministry and disciple making.
Its Certificate in Theology program brings students together in learning cohorts, combining instruction from experienced teachers with relationships that encourage growth and accountability. Courses address the Bible, theology, and ministry, allowing participants to study from home while learning alongside fellow believers. Faculty members combine advanced academic training with ministry experience, helping students apply what they learn in their congregations and communities.
As part of the broader RENEW.org network, RenewU emphasizes biblical faithfulness and equipping believers to make disciples. Its approach makes substantial Christian education available to people who want to grow in their faith and ministry without relocating for a traditional residential program. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to strengthening churches, developing Christian leaders, and helping believers live and serve with a deeper foundation in God’s Word.
International Disaster Emergency Service
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.
David C Cook
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.
Christian Standard is grateful for David C Cook’s long commitment to Bible teaching in the local church.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Central Bible University
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.
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.
Ask Bible Questions
Ask Bible Questions is an online ministry that gives clear, Bible-centered answers to the questions people ask about God, Scripture, and the Christian life. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ask Bible Questions helps believers, seekers, and church leaders…
Ask Bible Questions is an online ministry that gives clear, Bible-centered answers to the questions people ask about God, Scripture, and the Christian life. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ask Bible Questions helps believers, seekers, and church leaders find trustworthy answers grounded in the Bible. Its vision reaches far beyond one website. Ask Bible Questions is creating biblical study materials for evangelism and discipleship with a global impact: Bible study tools, answers, and teaching resources that churches, missionaries, and believers around the world can use to reach people with the gospel and help them grow as followers of Jesus, in their own languages and their own settings. Today the site offers a growing library of answers and a…
Ask Bible Questions is an online ministry that gives clear, Bible-centered answers to the questions people ask about God, Scripture, and the Christian life. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ask Bible Questions helps believers, seekers, and church leaders find trustworthy answers grounded in the Bible.
Its vision reaches far beyond one website. Ask Bible Questions is creating biblical study materials for evangelism and discipleship with a global impact: Bible study tools, answers, and teaching resources that churches, missionaries, and believers around the world can use to reach people with the gospel and help them grow as followers of Jesus, in their own languages and their own settings.
Today the site offers a growing library of answers and a wide range of Bible study tools at no cost, including a Bible reader with original-language helps and a Scripture memorization coach, with more powerful tools for individuals, churches, and missionaries on the way.
Christian Standard is grateful for Ask Bible Questions’ work to make sound Bible teaching easy to find, everywhere.
