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In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Jerlene Clark Darnell, 1934-2024

Jerlene Clark Darnell, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in French Guiana, France and the Ivory Coast (now Cote d’Ivoire), died Dec. 2, 2024, in Weston, … more

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus James Clarence Lance, 1941-2025

James Clarence Lance, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Burkina Faso, died Feb. 4, 2025, in Dalton, Georgia. He was 83.   Clarence was born Nov. 29, 1941, … more

Social media testimonies help change accepted narrative in Thailand 

“To be Thai is to be Buddhist” is a narrative Stephen Cox heard repeatedly when he first moved to Thailand and began learning Thai language and culture.    Cox is part of an IMB team … more

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Jack Leonard Gentry Sr., 1931-2025

Jack Leonard Gentry Sr., an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Taiwan, died Jan. 10, 2025. He was 93.  Jack was born Sep. 14, 1931, in Boonville, North … more

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Jimmie Darline Hobbs, 1930-2024

Jimmie Darline Hobbs, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Thailand, died Oct. 22, 2024. She was 93.   Darline was born Dec. 8, 1930, in Weatherford, … more

Ukrainian college student relies on faith while in different cultures

He stood in front of a group of children sharing a Bible lesson during Holiday Club. Churches in Australia have Holiday Clubs instead of Vacation Bible Schools, and this was one of the activities … more

IMB trustees appoint 39 missionaries, elect new vice president of global engagement

International Mission Board trustees approved the appointment of 39 new full-time, fully funded missionaries and unanimously elected the next vice president of global engagement during their Feb. 4-5 … more

New IMB missionaries part of history as they prepare for long-term service

The pews of First Baptist Church, Charleston, South Carolina, were filled to celebrate newly appointed International Mission Board missionaries on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Thirty-nine missionaries … more

New IMB missionaries part of history as they prepare for long-term service

The pews of First Baptist Church, Charleston, South Carolina, were filled to celebrate newly appointed International Mission Board missionaries on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Thirty-nine missionaries … more

Social media testimonies help change the narrative in Thailand

“To be Thai is to be Buddhist” is a narrative Stephen Cox heard over and over again when he first moved to Thailand and began learning Thai language and culture. Cox is part of an IMB team … more

Southern Baptists encouraged to pray for salvations during Ramadan

For Muslims around the world, the annual observance of Ramadan will begin the evening of Feb. 28 and last through March. During the month, the International Mission Board is asking Southern Baptists … more

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Mark Midgett Alexander Jr., 1927-2024

Mark Midgett Alexander Jr., an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Argentina, died Dec. 27, 2024. He was 97.   Mark was born Dec. 27, 1927, in South Norfolk, … more

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Margie Ann Mines, 1935-2024

Margie Ann Mines, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Argentina, died Dec. 29, 2024. She was 89.   Margie was born April 10, 1935, in Fort Worth, Texas, to … more

In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Todd Hamilton, 1928-2024

Todd Hamilton, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in the Philippines, died Dec. 17, 2024, in Houston, Texas. He was 96.   Todd was born Oct. 11, 1928, in … more

First Person: God is faithful and just to forgive

Download the February PrayerPoints featuring daily prayer requests for missionary kids around the world. Each month will focus on a different theme or one of IMB’s eight affinity groups.    … more

New training center prepares African missionaries to reach nations

International Mission Board missionaries commissioned a new facility, Lead Global Training Center, in Nairobi, Kenya, on Jan. 26 to prepare Africans to reach the nations. IMB missionaries, along with … more

‘Home Church’ can provide vital relationship to missionaries

Excerpt from “The Church and the Missionary,” The Great Commission Baptist Journal of Missions, published by the International Mission Board. The IMB has always required church endorsement for … more

Golf carts impact the nations, support missionaries

A South Carolina business found a unique way to support International Mission Board missionaries. Golf Carts.  The partnership began when an envelope bearing the STC Golf Cars logo and return … more

‘God said to tell it’: 8-year-old MK displays boldness in sharing God’s Word

Every Sunday, 8-year-old Micah Singerman heard his parents, International Mission … more

Hosting a Special Christmas

Our hearts were full to be able to host a special Christmas gathering not for one but for two groups of crew members from Holland America Koningsdam Cruise Ship on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023.  They … more
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