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Carrots lead to women’s ministry in South Asian village

Sometimes missionaries share the gospel through unexpected ways—like with carrots. The invitation to eat carrots surprised two International Mission Board Journeymen as they walked through a … more

Sue Sprenkle (via International Mission Board) | 4/17/25 08:38 AM

Small Group of Burmese Believers with a BIG HEART for Mission

Agape Myanmar Mission is a small group of Burmese believers in south San Diego with a BIG HEART for mission. The church's mission and vision state: “To give the Myanmar/Burmese People a New … more

By Don Biadog, Jr | 4/16/25 12:00 AM

Easter Egg hunt & Family Fun Night

On Sunday, March 23, 2025, a missions team helped with an Easter egg hunt and family fun night with two churches, Mesa Church and City Life Church. The team helped run the cotton candy, popcorn, … more

By Josue Mendoza | 4/16/25 12:00 AM

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Charles Love, 1928-2025

Charles Peyton Love, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Guyana, St. Lucia and East Asia, died Feb. 1, 2025. He was 96.  Charles was born Sep. 9, 1928, in … more

IMB Staff   (via International Mission Board) | 4/14/25 03:32 PM

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Jack Mahaffey, 1930-2025

Jack Edward Mahaffey, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Thailand, died Feb. 14, 2025. He was 94.  Jack was born May 5, 1930, in Liberty, South Carolina, … more

IMB Staff   (via International Mission Board) | 4/14/25 03:22 PM

Christian forgives would-be killer, leads her to Christ

When Ruth visited Fran in summer 2023, Ruth didn’t expect to end up in the hospital, fighting for her life. International Mission Board missionaries Wade and Catherine Hampton have seen God work … more

Emily Hall (via International Mission Board) | 4/14/25 09:59 AM

Going with the flow of the Holy Spirit: Discipleship on the river

This article originally appeared in the November 2024 issue of Missions Mosaic magazine, a missions education resource of Woman’s Missionary Union®. Learn more and subscribe at wmu.com. This story … more

Carol Ghattas (via International Mission Board) | 4/10/25 08:36 AM

Missouri church’s ministry in Senegal grows

Seth Shelton’s life took a dramatic turn years ago when he embarked on a short-term mission trip to Nicaragua. While there, he felt an unmistakable call from the Lord to ministry. He believed he … more

Chris Doyle (via International Mission Board) | 4/7/25 10:19 AM

Kentucky Baptists connect with Chilean churches for partnerships

Kentucky Baptists, working with the International Mission Board, is embarking on a new emphasis with the goal of reaching Chile with the gospel of Jesus Christ. “The idea of this trip for us was to … more

Chip Hutcheson (via International Mission Board) | 4/3/25 11:36 AM

When ministry unexpectedly hurts

I’ve been there. Ministry sometimes feels like a slap in the face, often when you least expect it to happen. A good friend turns against you. Somebody with more … more

By Chuck Lawless | 4/2/25 12:00 AM

5 communication priorities for a pastor to consider

Pastors have many responsibilities, but one of the most critical priorities for church leaders should be communication. After all, “preaching the gospel” is a primary task, and … more

By Phil Cooke | 4/2/25 12:00 AM

Missionary experiences fresh opportunities through digital engagement

Last summer, International Mission Board missionary Holly Smith was feeling discouraged about her language skills. She longed to be able to share Christ with people in the local language, but it was … more

Kristen Sosebee (via International Mission Board) | 3/31/25 09:13 AM

IMB hosts retreat for parents of missionaries, fostering encouragement and camaraderie

The National Parent Retreat, hosted by the International Mission Board March 20-23, brought 148 parents of IMB missionaries together for a time of encouragement and connection. Laura Harrell, the … more

Tessa Sanchez (via International Mission Board) | 3/27/25 01:05 PM

Rock Baptist Church, Iglesia Bautista La Roca

My name is Pastor Omar Timal. I am the Pastor of Rock Baptist Church (Iglesia Bautista La Roca) in Ensenada California, Mex. I planted The Rock Baptist Church and have been pastoring it … more

By Pastor Omar Timal | 3/26/25 12:00 AM

Parents Night Out at Mesa Church

Mesa Church in San Diego had a mission team fly in to serve at their church. They wanted to host a parents' night out on a Saturday evening, March 8, 2025, to allow parents of the church … more

By Josue Mendoza | 3/26/25 12:00 AM

Georgia NextGen mission team learns intentional relationships lead to gospel shares

The pastor warned the mission team they might not verbally share the gospel with Central Asians during their partnership with the International Mission Board. The young adults from a church in … more

Sue Sprenkle (via International Mission Board) | 3/24/25 09:44 AM

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus James Aaron Park, 1934-2024

James “Jim” Aaron Park, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Liberia, died Dec. 22, 2024. He was 90.  Jim was born Aug. 23, 1934, in Paducah, Kentucky, … more

IMB Staff   (via International Mission Board) | 3/21/25 10:32 AM

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Clifford Dane, 1938-2025

Clifford Dane, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Belize and Brazil, died Jan. 7, 2025. He was 86.  Clifford was born July 1, 1938, in Weatherford, Texas, … more

IMB Staff   (via International Mission Board) | 3/21/25 10:14 AM

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Sharon McPherson, 1940-2025

Sharon McPherson, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Northern Africa and the Middle East, died Feb. 15, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. She was 84.  … more

IMB Staff   (via International Mission Board) | 3/21/25 10:01 AM

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus James Ross Thompson, 1939-2025

James Ross Thompson, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Colombia and Ecuador, died Jan. 30, 2025, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. He was 85. Ross was born Feb. 28, … more

IMB Staff   (via International Mission Board) | 3/21/25 09:39 AM

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Easter Egg hunt & Family Fun Night

On Sunday, March 23, 2025, a missions team helped with an Easter egg hunt and family fun night with two churches, Mesa Church and City Life Church. The team helped run the cotton candy, popcorn, …

Small Group of Burmese Believers with a BIG HEART for Mission

Agape Myanmar Mission is a small group of Burmese believers in south San Diego with a BIG HEART for mission. The church's mission and vision state: “To give the Myanmar/Burmese People a New …

Parents Night Out at Mesa Church

Mesa Church in San Diego had a mission team fly in to serve at their church. They wanted to host a parents' night out on a Saturday evening, March 8, 2025, to allow parents of the church …

See World Church Celebrates their 28th Anniversary with Sonlight Church

On Sunday, March 2, 2025, in San Diego, CA, members of both congregations gathered to celebrate See World Baptist Church's 28th anniversary. Head Pastor, Raymond Y. Lee, and his wife, Celia Lee, …

Stepping Into His Story & Our Story

The first action on the agenda during the 82 nd Annual San Diego Southern Baptist Association meeting at Shadow Mountain Church in El Cajon on Saturday, January 11, 2025, was to pray for the victims …

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