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Christian LivingCapturing Glimpses of God’s Glory: An Interview with Nature Photographer Kenneth KeiferAward-winning nature photographer Kenneth Keifer shares how his journey from ministry to photography, including his images on U.S. postage stamps, has helped him recognize God's handiwork and inspire others through…
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The November/December 2026 Christian Standard looks back on a century of Restoration Movement history and the institutions, missions, and convictions shaping its future.
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Just as we reset our clocks, Communion invites us to reset our hearts and minds, remembering Christ's sacrifice, examining our motives, and looking forward to his promised return.
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Does observing Communion every week make it less meaningful? Discover how repetition can deepen our remembrance of Jesus' once-for-all sacrifice and refresh our understanding of the forgiveness we…
Broken to Feed Many
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.
THANK GOD WE FULLY UNDERSTAND, “DO THIS IN REMEMBRANCE OF ME”
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 archivesMcGarvey’s Address at the Graves of Veteran Preachers in Kentucky (1909; Part 2)Christians gathered at The Lexington Cemetery in 1909 to hear J.W. McGarvey offer his recollections of eight "pioneer preachers" who are buried there, including…
From the archives‘The Birth of the Restoration’ (Part 1; 1924)"The nineteenth century dawned on an America that was far from Christian. Unbelief was prevalent and popular," Ira M. Boswell wrote in 1924. "The…
From the archivesCincinnati Christian University Started with a MergerCincinnati Bible Institute started on Oct. 1, 1923, and McGarvey Bible College in Louisville, Ky., opened a day later. In less than a year,…
From the archivesMy Theology and My Approach to Aging (2016)Here is a column about aging by our friend Dr. Robert F. Hull Jr., a longtime seminary professor who passed away on Saturday. Hull…
From the archivesWe're All in This TogetherThis article acknowledging the contributions of “denominationalists” received much positive feedback from readers in the weeks following its publication 55 years ago. _ _…
From the archivesThe Influential Isaac ErrettDuring this past year of sharing articles and editorials from the archives of Christian Standard, we have featured several pieces written by Isaac Errett,…
From the archives‘When Is a Church Not a Church?’ (1967)"When is a church not a church?" an Iowa preacher wrote in 1967. "A church is no longer a church when it becomes a…
From the archivesInfluenza Pandemic of 1918-19: “Our Ministry, Especially, Has Been Smitten”With coronavirus, or COVID-19, continuing to infect and kill people in the United States and around the world, we thought it an appropriate time…
From the archives‘The Greatest Enemy of Christianity in India’ (1953)"Bernel Getter, a young Wisconsin missionary who is home on furlough after five years in India’s Central Provinces because of a severe case of…
From the archives‘Small Is Beautiful’ (1981)"Someone ought to say a good word for the small church," Joseph H. Dampier wrote in 1981. "The reported observation of Abraham Lincoln that…
From the archivesRenegade PreachersThe “Throwback Thursday” online feature from Christian Standard’s archive has been on hiatus for a few months. We hope it was missed. We resume…
From the archivesAn Epistle on Debt from Mrs. Alexander CampbellThis brief article by and about the second wife of Alexander Campbell developed in a roundabout way. The February issue of Christian Standard deals…
From the archivesA Thanksgiving Editorial from 1881– November 26, 1881 – Thanksgiving 1881 came at a strange time in the life of Christian Standard. It was only two months after…
From the archives‘The Gospel Plan of Salvation’ (1927)In 1927, L.A. Chapman, minister in Bedford, Ohio, compiled this listing of Scripture verses that "answer the question, ‘What must I do to be…
From the archives‘The Telstar of God’ (1962)Television audiences on the North American and European continents were treated to an added marvel of electronics on July 23, 1962, when live transmissions…Podcast hub
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Independent Christian ChurchPartner135Partner135 is an Arkansas-based Christian mission agency equipping churches and national leaders for Gospel partnerships, short-term…Partner135
Partner135 — Organization Profile Partner135, also written as Partner 135, is an international Christian mission agency committed to equipping today’s church to reach today’s world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The organization describes its work as empowering the national…
Partner135 — Organization Profile Partner135, also written as Partner 135, is an international Christian mission agency committed to equipping today’s church to reach today’s world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The organization describes its work as empowering the national church where it is by forming strategic partnerships between U.S. disciples and indigenous disciples who serve within specific cultures and geographic regions. The ministry is based in Van Buren, Arkansas, and serves through established work on four continents, including ministry connections in Uganda, South Asia, Romania, Tanzania, Peru, Nepal, India, the Frontier, Kenya, and Egypt. Partner135 works with national pastors, church leaders, missionaries, churches, and mission volunteers to reach unreached, under-reached, and under-served peoples. Partner135 summarizes its ministry approach through…
Partner135 — Organization Profile
Partner135, also written as Partner 135, is an international Christian mission agency committed to equipping today’s church to reach today’s world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The organization describes its work as empowering the national church where it is by forming strategic partnerships between U.S. disciples and indigenous disciples who serve within specific cultures and geographic regions.
The ministry is based in Van Buren, Arkansas, and serves through established work on four continents, including ministry connections in Uganda, South Asia, Romania, Tanzania, Peru, Nepal, India, the Frontier, Kenya, and Egypt. Partner135 works with national pastors, church leaders, missionaries, churches, and mission volunteers to reach unreached, under-reached, and under-served peoples.
Partner135 summarizes its ministry approach through three words: Discover, Develop, and Deploy. The organization seeks to discover unreached and unengaged people groups, develop contextualized strategies with national church leaders, and deploy missionaries, short-term teams, resources, and funds for training and service. This model reflects a focus on local church partnerships, contextual mission strategy, and reproducible leadership development.
Short-term mission mobilization is a major part of Partner135’s work. The organization sends disciples from the United States to serve alongside national pastors and church leaders for one- to three-week mission projects, many of them in remote areas. These trips include sharing the Gospel, meeting practical needs, and supporting ongoing ministry led by local believers.
Partner135 also supports year-round ministry through sponsorships, church planting, pastor support, child and school sponsorship, missionary support, international staff support, project funding, elderly and widow support, and emergency relief. Its giving opportunities emphasize teaching the Gospel, training the next generation of believers, and telling stories of what God is doing through partner ministries around the world.
People can engage with Partner135 by praying, giving, becoming a Gospel Partner, joining the prayer team, supporting a missionary or project, sponsoring children or schools, joining a short-term mission trip, or contacting the organization about mobilization. Its distinct contribution is connecting U.S. churches and disciples with national church leaders to advance Gospel work among unreached and underserved communities through partnership, training, mobilization, and practical support.
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Church of ChristAntioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.)Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) is an annual equipping workshop commonly hosted in O’Fallon, Missouri, training…Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.)
Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) — Organization Profile Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) is an annual equipping workshop hosted by Antioch Collective, a nonprofit ministry that describes its purpose as helping churches pursue “Save. Equip. Send.”—evangelism, disciplemaking, and multiplication. A.C.T.S.…
Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) — Organization Profile Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) is an annual equipping workshop hosted by Antioch Collective, a nonprofit ministry that describes its purpose as helping churches pursue “Save. Equip. Send.”—evangelism, disciplemaking, and multiplication. A.C.T.S. is designed for disciples of Jesus who want hands-on training to become more effective at outreach, evangelism, disciplemaking, church planting, and practical ministry. Antioch Collective’s broader mission is rooted in the conviction that local churches are best positioned to carry disciplemaking forward in their own regions. The organization describes itself as a “community hub and resource network” that fosters relationships between church leaders and provides tools to assist churches in starting regionally supported church planting movements. Within that bigger vision,…
Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) — Organization Profile
Antioch Collective Training Seminar (A.C.T.S.) is an annual equipping workshop hosted by Antioch Collective, a nonprofit ministry that describes its purpose as helping churches pursue “Save. Equip. Send.”—evangelism, disciplemaking, and multiplication. A.C.T.S. is designed for disciples of Jesus who want hands-on training to become more effective at outreach, evangelism, disciplemaking, church planting, and practical ministry.
Antioch Collective’s broader mission is rooted in the conviction that local churches are best positioned to carry disciplemaking forward in their own regions. The organization describes itself as a “community hub and resource network” that fosters relationships between church leaders and provides tools to assist churches in starting regionally supported church planting movements. Within that bigger vision, A.C.T.S. functions as a concentrated training environment where leaders and members can learn, collaborate, and leave with tools that translate into everyday congregational ministry.
A.C.T.S. is organized around tracks that address multiple ministry contexts rather than a single “main room” experience. The seminar materials describe training lanes such as adult ministry, youth ministry, campus ministry, church planting, service ministries, disciplemaking small groups, and evangelistic Bible study. This multi-track structure makes A.C.T.S. usable for whole ministry teams—preachers, elders, ministry staff, and engaged members—who want shared language and practical next steps for building disciplemaking cultures.
While each year’s specific topics vary, the event’s consistent emphasis is on equipping that is biblically grounded and immediately applicable. Examples of recurring topic areas include effective Bible study methods, mentoring, worship ministry development, teen ministry, campus ministry, biblically based support groups, and practical church planting. The goal is not simply to talk about disciplemaking, but to strengthen the “how” of disciplemaking so churches can help people follow Jesus and grow into mature disciples who also make disciples.
A.C.T.S. is commonly hosted at The Crossings Church St. Charles County in O’Fallon, Missouri, drawing participants from across the United States who are connected to churches of Christ and the Restoration Movement. For those who want to engage, Antioch Collective provides clear entry points: register to attend, bring a team from your congregation, subscribe for updates, and make use of the organization’s free resources (including a free Bible study guide, online lessons, and the Antioch Collective podcast) to continue learning beyond the seminar.
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Independent Christian ChurchLiving Water Christian MissionLiving Water Christian Mission serves Gonaives, Haiti, through church planting, education, health care, nutrition, vocational training,…Living Water Christian Mission
Living Water Christian Mission — Organization Profile Living Water Christian Mission is a Christian mission located in Gonaives, Haiti, with U.S. support coordinated through Moberly, Missouri. The mission serves Jesus in Gonaives and surrounding communities through churches, schools, health care,…
Living Water Christian Mission — Organization Profile Living Water Christian Mission is a Christian mission located in Gonaives, Haiti, with U.S. support coordinated through Moberly, Missouri. The mission serves Jesus in Gonaives and surrounding communities through churches, schools, health care, nutrition, vocational training, farming, and short-term mission partnerships. The organization’s core focus is relieving physical and spiritual poverty, primarily in Haiti, through church planting, education, nutrition, health care, and work-training programs. Its mission statement connects this work with the Great Commission, emphasizing evangelism, sound teaching, disciple making, and transformation into the likeness of Christ. Living Water Christian Mission serves Gonaives, Haiti, and other Haitian communities including Marmelade, Bassin Bilé, and Morne Blanc. The ministry began in 2003 with a growing…
Living Water Christian Mission — Organization Profile
Living Water Christian Mission is a Christian mission located in Gonaives, Haiti, with U.S. support coordinated through Moberly, Missouri. The mission serves Jesus in Gonaives and surrounding communities through churches, schools, health care, nutrition, vocational training, farming, and short-term mission partnerships.
The organization’s core focus is relieving physical and spiritual poverty, primarily in Haiti, through church planting, education, nutrition, health care, and work-training programs. Its mission statement connects this work with the Great Commission, emphasizing evangelism, sound teaching, disciple making, and transformation into the likeness of Christ.
Living Water Christian Mission serves Gonaives, Haiti, and other Haitian communities including Marmelade, Bassin Bilé, and Morne Blanc. The ministry began in 2003 with a growing church and a small school of 17 students. In 2009, it expanded to a church and school in Bassin Bilé near Marmelade, and in 2012 it planted a church in Morne Blanc in northern Gonaives.
The mission operates multiple connected ministries under Haitian leadership. It operates three churches and assists three others, provides two elementary schools, one traditional high school, one high school for adults, a professional and technical training center, a farm, and a health clinic. The mission also supports the Christian Biblical Seminary of the Caribbean, which currently meets at one of the schools while future seminary development is planned on farmland.
A distinctive part of Living Water Christian Mission’s work is combining Haitian-led church ministry with education, medical care, student sponsorship, vocational training, farming, and practical service projects. Its schools and student sponsorship efforts help provide meals and education for children, while the health clinic serves neighborhood residents who might otherwise lack access to care. The farm and professional training efforts are part of the mission’s broader work-training and sustainability focus.
People can engage with Living Water Christian Mission by praying, giving, sponsoring a student, donating through the giving catalog, supporting Rice and Beans for Kids, subscribing to the newsletter, or participating in short-term mission trips. Visiting teams may help with construction, medical clinic service, teaching, preaching, or other work around mission properties, with group leaders asked to apply in advance so visits can be scheduled and hosted well.
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Independent Christian ChurchMegaVoice InternationalMegaVoice International provides solar-powered audio and video Bibles so people worldwide can hear Scripture in their…MegaVoice International
MegaVoice International — Organization Profile MegaVoice International is a Christian nonprofit organization based in Jacksonville, Florida. The ministry exists to ensure that every person, regardless of circumstances or location, has access to the Bible in their own heart language. Its…
MegaVoice International — Organization Profile MegaVoice International is a Christian nonprofit organization based in Jacksonville, Florida. The ministry exists to ensure that every person, regardless of circumstances or location, has access to the Bible in their own heart language. Its work centers on providing solar-powered audio and video Bibles so people can hear and engage with Scripture where printed Bibles, literacy, sight, electricity, or internet access may be barriers. The organization’s core focus is sharing God’s Word through durable, easy-to-use solar-powered audio and video Bibles for people who are blind, visually impaired, illiterate, orally based, unreached, persecuted, or living in remote communities. MegaVoice International states that many people cannot read printed Bibles because of literacy, language, disability, or access limitations,…
MegaVoice International — Organization Profile
MegaVoice International is a Christian nonprofit organization based in Jacksonville, Florida. The ministry exists to ensure that every person, regardless of circumstances or location, has access to the Bible in their own heart language. Its work centers on providing solar-powered audio and video Bibles so people can hear and engage with Scripture where printed Bibles, literacy, sight, electricity, or internet access may be barriers.
The organization’s core focus is sharing God’s Word through durable, easy-to-use solar-powered audio and video Bibles for people who are blind, visually impaired, illiterate, orally based, unreached, persecuted, or living in remote communities. MegaVoice International states that many people cannot read printed Bibles because of literacy, language, disability, or access limitations, and its mission is to help remove those barriers.
MegaVoice International serves globally from Jacksonville, Florida, distributing audio Bibles to remote villages, persecuted believers, and people in need across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and beyond. Its work is carried out through partners such as local churches, indigenous pastors, mission agencies, Bible societies, translators, and other ministries that place Scripture devices directly into communities.
The ministry operates through audio Bible distribution, donor-funded campaigns, Scripture-access partnerships, and support for ministries requesting audio or video Bibles. Its campaign areas include Bible a Month Club, Blind, Children, Closed Country, Mission Trips, Unreached People Groups, and people-group-focused campaigns such as Pashtun, Persian, Shaikh, Turk, and Yadav. MegaVoice International also points people to request Bible devices and connect with the team about ministry projects.
A distinctive part of MegaVoice International’s work is using solar-powered Scripture technology to serve people where print, power, internet access, and literacy may be limited. The larger MegaVoice family of resources includes durable devices and a media cloud with Scripture and faith-based audio content in thousands of languages and dialects. The ministry traces its roots to the development of the world’s first solar-powered audio Bible, which grew from the vision of Tom Treseder, Ken Crowell, and J. Rudolf Geigy.
People can engage with MegaVoice International by donating, joining a recurring giving campaign, requesting audio or video Bibles for ministry use, praying, sharing updates, fundraising, volunteering, or following impact stories. The organization states that a $35 donation provides one solar-powered audio Bible, which may be shared by multiple people, and that donations help provide Scripture access for communities that may otherwise have no practical way to hear God’s Word.
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Church of ChristOklahoma Christian University (OC)Oklahoma Christian University (OC) is a private Christian university in Edmond near Oklahoma City, founded in…Oklahoma Christian University (OC)
Oklahoma Christian University (OC) — Organization Profile Oklahoma Christian University (OC) is a private Christian university rooted in the churches of Christ, with its main campus at 2501 E. Memorial Road in Edmond, Oklahoma, on the north side of the…
Oklahoma Christian University (OC) — Organization Profile Oklahoma Christian University (OC) is a private Christian university rooted in the churches of Christ, with its main campus at 2501 E. Memorial Road in Edmond, Oklahoma, on the north side of the Oklahoma City metro area. Founded in 1950 as Central Christian College in Bartlesville, OC has developed into a four-year university serving more than 2,000 students while maintaining an identity shaped by Christian conviction and community expectations. OC’s mission is to educate, mentor and inspire learners to fulfill their God-given potential, and the university’s stated vision is to become a distinctly Christian Kingdom University that pairs quality academics with a “Kingdom culture.” That framing influences how OC talks about student formation:…
Oklahoma Christian University (OC) — Organization Profile
Oklahoma Christian University (OC) is a private Christian university rooted in the churches of Christ, with its main campus at 2501 E. Memorial Road in Edmond, Oklahoma, on the north side of the Oklahoma City metro area. Founded in 1950 as Central Christian College in Bartlesville, OC has developed into a four-year university serving more than 2,000 students while maintaining an identity shaped by Christian conviction and community expectations.
OC’s mission is to educate, mentor and inspire learners to fulfill their God-given potential, and the university’s stated vision is to become a distinctly Christian Kingdom University that pairs quality academics with a “Kingdom culture.” That framing influences how OC talks about student formation: academic preparation is meant to be connected to faith, character, and service, with a campus covenant and statement of beliefs that describe the university’s biblical foundations and commitments.
Academically, OC offers undergraduate and graduate study across multiple colleges and disciplines, with pathways that prepare students for professions such as business, education, computer science, and engineering, along with many other majors. The university emphasizes a student experience that includes mentoring, career development support, and spiritual life programming as part of campus rhythms. Prospective students can explore admissions routes for undergraduate, graduate, and international study and connect with counselors for application guidance and campus visits.
OC also highlights a broader geographic reach beyond its home campus. The university profile notes a commitment to learning opportunities worldwide through study abroad and through its presence in Rwanda. Specifically, OC offers its MBA program in Kigali, Rwanda in partnership with the Rwandan Ministry of Education, positioning that program as part of its global academic engagement and leadership development efforts.
Engagement with Oklahoma Christian University happens in several practical ways. Students and families can request information, schedule visits, and apply through OC’s admissions resources. Alumni and friends can stay connected through university news and events. Supporters who want to strengthen OC’s mission can give through the university’s giving pages, including options that fund scholarships, academic priorities, and campus needs.
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Church of ChristMemphis School of Preaching (MSOP) LectureshipMemphis School of Preaching’s Lectureship is a multi-day Bible teaching resource supported by extensive archives, helping…Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) Lectureship
Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) Lectureship — Organization Profile The Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) is a training school dedicated to preparing men to preach and teach the Bible. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, MSOP’s work centers on classroom instruction, mentoring,…
Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) Lectureship — Organization Profile The Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) is a training school dedicated to preparing men to preach and teach the Bible. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, MSOP’s work centers on classroom instruction, mentoring, and ministry-focused practice designed to equip students for service in local congregations and gospel work. Within MSOP’s broader mission to “preach the Word,” the MSOP Lectureship functions as a concentrated week of Bible teaching and fellowship connected to the school’s ministry. Rather than being a single-session event, the lectureship is positioned as a multi-day opportunity for sustained study, with teaching that is accessible to a wide audience beyond enrolled students. A key distinctive of the MSOP Lectureship is its emphasis…
Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) Lectureship — Organization Profile
The Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) is a training school dedicated to preparing men to preach and teach the Bible. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, MSOP’s work centers on classroom instruction, mentoring, and ministry-focused practice designed to equip students for service in local congregations and gospel work.
Within MSOP’s broader mission to “preach the Word,” the MSOP Lectureship functions as a concentrated week of Bible teaching and fellowship connected to the school’s ministry. Rather than being a single-session event, the lectureship is positioned as a multi-day opportunity for sustained study, with teaching that is accessible to a wide audience beyond enrolled students.
A key distinctive of the MSOP Lectureship is its emphasis on organized, topical Bible instruction delivered in a structured format. MSOP notes that lectureship week includes opportunities for multiple age groups and audiences, including dedicated classes for ladies, youth, and children. This approach allows families and congregations to participate with age-appropriate learning while remaining connected to the same overall focus on Scripture.
Because MSOP prioritizes ongoing access to teaching, the lectureship is not limited to those who can be on campus. The school provides a significant library of archived lectureship lessons that can be explored after the fact. For readers looking for long-term study resources, the MSOP Lectureship Archives make it possible to revisit prior themes and speakers, building a personal or congregational study plan from material accumulated over many years.
In addition to the online archive, MSOP also points readers to printed and disc resources connected to lectureship content, offering another way to preserve and share lessons. This fits alongside MSOP’s wider strategy of extending Bible instruction beyond the classroom through programs like MOST (MSOP Ongoing Spiritual Training), which provides free online coursework and archived teaching.
Those who want to engage with the MSOP Lectureship can do so in several practical ways: by using the archives for personal study, sharing recorded lessons with a class or small group, supporting the school’s work financially, or connecting directly with MSOP to learn how the lectureship and related training resources can serve a congregation.
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EducationManhattan Christian CollegeManhattan Christian College (MCC) in Manhattan, Kansas provides Bible-centered degrees on campus and through Thunder Online,…Manhattan Christian College
Manhattan Christian College — Organization Profile Manhattan Christian College (MCC) is a private Christian college that equips students for ministry and Christian leadership through biblically grounded higher education. Based in Manhattan, Kansas, MCC is positioned “literally across the street” from…
Manhattan Christian College — Organization Profile Manhattan Christian College (MCC) is a private Christian college that equips students for ministry and Christian leadership through biblically grounded higher education. Based in Manhattan, Kansas, MCC is positioned “literally across the street” from Kansas State University, creating a distinctive environment for students who want a Bible college community while also engaging a major university setting and the opportunities of a college town. MCC describes its purpose as educating, equipping, and enriching Christian leaders to make an impact on the church and the world for Christ. In keeping with that mission, the college emphasizes that Christian vocation is not limited to church staff roles—students are formed for servant leadership in ministry and in everyday…
Manhattan Christian College — Organization Profile
Manhattan Christian College (MCC) is a private Christian college that equips students for ministry and Christian leadership through biblically grounded higher education. Based in Manhattan, Kansas, MCC is positioned “literally across the street” from Kansas State University, creating a distinctive environment for students who want a Bible college community while also engaging a major university setting and the opportunities of a college town.
MCC describes its purpose as educating, equipping, and enriching Christian leaders to make an impact on the church and the world for Christ. In keeping with that mission, the college emphasizes that Christian vocation is not limited to church staff roles—students are formed for servant leadership in ministry and in everyday callings. MCC’s background is historically connected with Christian Churches and Churches of Christ within the Restoration Movement, while welcoming students from a variety of church traditions.
Academically, MCC offers multiple pathways that share a consistent biblical foundation. The college notes that every degree includes a core of 33 credit hours in Bible/Theology, regardless of major. Programs include tracks in Christian Ministry (with areas such as youth ministry, intercultural studies, counseling, pastoral ministry, and more), Biblical & Theological Studies, and Management & Ethics, along with general studies and associate-level options. MCC also provides Thunder Online programs designed for students who need distance or flexible learning.
Student life at MCC is shaped by community worship and discipleship. Chapel gatherings are part of weekly rhythm, with student-led worship and speakers that include local ministry leaders, missionaries, alumni, and faculty. The college also highlights student-led activities and organizations that build relationships and encourage spiritual growth as students pursue their education and calling.
People can engage with MCC through campus visits, the admissions process, and giving opportunities that support scholarships and student formation. Alumni and friends can stay connected through MCC’s alumni resources and events, while the wider community can follow chapel and campus features through MCC’s media channels. From Manhattan, Kansas, MCC serves students across Kansas and the broader region through on-campus programs and online learning.
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Independent Christian ChurchChrist Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide, Inc (dba Cram Worldwide, Inc)Christ Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide, known as CRAM Worldwide, serves communities in Asia through evangelism, child…Christ Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide, Inc (dba Cram Worldwide, Inc)
Christ Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide — Organization Profile Christ Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide, Inc., doing business as CRAM Worldwide, Inc., is a Christian mission organization focused on Asia. The organization states its mission as taking the love of Jesus Christ…
Christ Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide — Organization Profile Christ Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide, Inc., doing business as CRAM Worldwide, Inc., is a Christian mission organization focused on Asia. The organization states its mission as taking the love of Jesus Christ to the people of Asia by meeting physical needs in order to gain opportunities to meet spiritual needs. Its work combines evangelism, benevolence, church planting, child sponsorship, education, medical support, and care for vulnerable children and families. CRAM Worldwide is based in Greenwood, Indiana, and its ministry serves communities in Asia, including Cambodia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Myanmar, North Korea, and China. The organization began through the missionary work of Dr. Chan Young “C.Y.” Kim and Patricia Kim, with support from…
Christ Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide — Organization Profile
Christ Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide, Inc., doing business as CRAM Worldwide, Inc., is a Christian mission organization focused on Asia. The organization states its mission as taking the love of Jesus Christ to the people of Asia by meeting physical needs in order to gain opportunities to meet spiritual needs. Its work combines evangelism, benevolence, church planting, child sponsorship, education, medical support, and care for vulnerable children and families.
CRAM Worldwide is based in Greenwood, Indiana, and its ministry serves communities in Asia, including Cambodia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Myanmar, North Korea, and China. The organization began through the missionary work of Dr. Chan Young “C.Y.” Kim and Patricia Kim, with support from leaders connected to Southern Indiana, and has developed into a mission with staff, board leadership, missionaries, child sponsorship programs, and country-specific projects.
The ministry operates through a “reach, rescue, restore” framework. CRAM Worldwide supports church planting and evangelism, preacher and leadership training, child sponsorship, food assistance, education, medical care, and humanitarian service. Its mission materials describe work such as churches in the Philippines and Cambodia, a medical center in Mindanao, leadership training through International Christian College of Manila, and ministry development in Vietnam.
One of the organization’s major programs is CRAM Kids, a child sponsorship ministry that began with Boat Kids in Bacoor, Philippines, and has expanded to Mindanao, Cambodia, and Vietnam. The program provides food, clothing, education, access to medical care, and spiritual guidance for children and families facing poverty. Sponsors may be assigned an individual child and support the ministry monthly.
CRAM Worldwide also supports Sharon House, a ministry in the Philippines that provides a furnished residence and care for girls at risk of or affected by trafficking and abuse. Sharon House provides meals, basic health and hygiene needs, school fees, sexual abuse prevention education, and spiritual discipleship. The organization also lists field missionaries and short-term missionaries serving in the Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, and related ministry settings.
People can engage with CRAM Worldwide by giving online, sponsoring a child through CRAM Kids, supporting country-specific projects, praying for missionaries and field ministries, requesting information from the office, reading ministry stories, subscribing to the newsletter, or participating in mission work. Donations may be made online or mailed to the organization’s Greenwood, Indiana office.
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Independent Christian ChurchKiamichi Mountains Christian MissionKiamichi Mountains Christian Mission serves churches and families through Christian camps, preaching training, evangelism resources, and…Kiamichi Mountains Christian Mission
Kiamichi Mountains Christian Mission — Organization Profile Kiamichi Mountains Christian Mission is a Christian mission and retreat campus near Honobia, Oklahoma, commonly associated with Christ’s 40 Acres. The ministry states that it has served Christians and their families since 1940…
Kiamichi Mountains Christian Mission — Organization Profile Kiamichi Mountains Christian Mission is a Christian mission and retreat campus near Honobia, Oklahoma, commonly associated with Christ’s 40 Acres. The ministry states that it has served Christians and their families since 1940 and describes its purpose as helping the church activate the power of God in Christian families. Its work centers on gatherings, camps, teaching programs, evangelism resources, and church-focused events. The mission is based in Honobia, Oklahoma, in the Kiamichi Mountains, north of Hochatown. Its stated scope begins with New Testament and Restoration churches, extends to other churches, and also includes secular institutions in the surrounding community. The organization describes its broader aim as building the New Testament Church in the…
Kiamichi Mountains Christian Mission — Organization Profile
Kiamichi Mountains Christian Mission is a Christian mission and retreat campus near Honobia, Oklahoma, commonly associated with Christ’s 40 Acres. The ministry states that it has served Christians and their families since 1940 and describes its purpose as helping the church activate the power of God in Christian families. Its work centers on gatherings, camps, teaching programs, evangelism resources, and church-focused events.
The mission is based in Honobia, Oklahoma, in the Kiamichi Mountains, north of Hochatown. Its stated scope begins with New Testament and Restoration churches, extends to other churches, and also includes secular institutions in the surrounding community. The organization describes its broader aim as building the New Testament Church in the Kiamichi Mountains, surrounding areas, and other parts of the world.
Kiamichi Mountains Christian Mission operates through a mix of campus events, training opportunities, and church-support programs. Its recurring ministries include Christian Camping, The Greatest Gathering, Kiamichi School of Preaching, Kiamichi Jumpstart, Kiamichi Preaching & Teaching Clubs, Good News Game Company, and related special events. The mission also hosts event registrations and camp opportunities on its website, including First Chance Camp and age-specific Christian Service Camp weeks.
A key distinctive of the ministry is its focus on family-friendly activities that share the Gospel, encourage churches, and provide practical tools for congregational ministry. Kiamichi School of Preaching is presented as a training effort connected to preaching roles and Restoration Movement churches. Kiamichi Jumpstart is described as a way to help churches share the Gospel while building relationships in their communities. Good News Game Company provides Christian reality board games intended to teach practical evangelism and discipleship skills.
People engage with Kiamichi Mountains Christian Mission by attending events, registering for camps, volunteering, using ministry materials, and contacting the mission directly. The Greatest Gathering is held annually beginning on the Monday evening before Memorial Day Weekend, and camp registrations are listed through the mission’s special-events pages. The organization also notes that guests and partners may make arrangements to stay in campus facilities such as Legacy Lodge, A.B. McReynolds Guest Lodge, or other cabins when available.
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Church of ChristMemphis School of Preaching (MSOP)Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) is a Church of Christ-affiliated school in Memphis, Tennessee, focused on…Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP)
Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) — Organization Profile Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) is a Church of Christ-affiliated preaching school based in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to training men to preach the Word. MSOP operates alongside the Forest Hill Church of…
Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) — Organization Profile Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) is a Church of Christ-affiliated preaching school based in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to training men to preach the Word. MSOP operates alongside the Forest Hill Church of Christ and serves students who want concentrated Bible instruction and practical preparation for gospel preaching and congregational work. MSOP’s public mission statement emphasizes “Preach the Word” and frames the school’s purpose around equipping students for ministry through focused study, spiritual formation, and hands-on experience. The school’s approach highlights a disciplined schedule and community life designed to help students grow in biblical knowledge, preaching ability, and Christian character while preparing for service in local churches and evangelistic work. In addition to…
Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) — Organization Profile
Memphis School of Preaching (MSOP) is a Church of Christ-affiliated preaching school based in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to training men to preach the Word. MSOP operates alongside the Forest Hill Church of Christ and serves students who want concentrated Bible instruction and practical preparation for gospel preaching and congregational work.
MSOP’s public mission statement emphasizes “Preach the Word” and frames the school’s purpose around equipping students for ministry through focused study, spiritual formation, and hands-on experience. The school’s approach highlights a disciplined schedule and community life designed to help students grow in biblical knowledge, preaching ability, and Christian character while preparing for service in local churches and evangelistic work.
In addition to its core on-campus training, MSOP extends instruction and encouragement through several programs that reach beyond the classroom. The MOST Program (MSOP Ongoing Spiritual Training) provides free, university-level Bible instruction via live stream, allowing people who cannot relocate to participate in structured learning. MSOP also hosts an annual Lectureship—a week of Bible study and worship that draws participants to Memphis for teaching tracks and fellowship.
MSOP invests in next-generation development through Foundations, a summer training week for teenage boys (ages 13–19) held on the MSOP campus. The school also publishes the Yokefellow newsletter to encourage and inform supporters and alumni, and it features a weekly radio program, “Students of the Word,” connected with The Gospel Radio Network. Together, these efforts reflect an operating model that combines resident training with broader resources for churches, families, and individuals seeking biblical teaching.
Ways to engage with MSOP include visiting the campus, applying for admission, participating in programs like the Lectureship or MOST, and supporting the school financially. MSOP’s giving initiatives include “500 For The Five,” a recurring-donation effort aimed at helping cover major operational costs tied to key areas such as publications, events, facilities, and library support. Those interested in connecting can use MSOP’s contact page for office details and inquiries.
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Independent Christian ChurchOutreach InternationalOutreach International is a Missouri-based Christian mission organization that recruits, sends, and supports missionary volunteers and…Outreach International
Outreach International — Organization Profile Outreach International is a Christian missionary sending and support organization that describes itself as a Missionary Motivation Ministry designed to recruit and serve missionary volunteers for overseas work, especially in places unreached with the Gospel…
Outreach International — Organization Profile Outreach International is a Christian missionary sending and support organization that describes itself as a Missionary Motivation Ministry designed to recruit and serve missionary volunteers for overseas work, especially in places unreached with the Gospel of Christ or difficult to enter. Founded in 1977 by Al Hamilton and John O. Schofield, the organization’s stated primary goal is to obey the Great Commission as recorded in Matthew 28:19–20. The ministry is based in Shelbyville, Missouri, and supports mission work in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, the United States, and other global fields. Public project listings identify work connected to Equatorial Guinea, Germany, Haiti, Honduras, Mexico, Papua New Guinea, Russia, South Africa, Taiwan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda,…
Outreach International — Organization Profile
Outreach International is a Christian missionary sending and support organization that describes itself as a Missionary Motivation Ministry designed to recruit and serve missionary volunteers for overseas work, especially in places unreached with the Gospel of Christ or difficult to enter. Founded in 1977 by Al Hamilton and John O. Schofield, the organization’s stated primary goal is to obey the Great Commission as recorded in Matthew 28:19–20.
The ministry is based in Shelbyville, Missouri, and supports mission work in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, the United States, and other global fields. Public project listings identify work connected to Equatorial Guinea, Germany, Haiti, Honduras, Mexico, Papua New Guinea, Russia, South Africa, Taiwan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, the United States, Zimbabwe, and broader worldwide opportunities.
Outreach International operates as a sending organization for missionary volunteers and mission projects. It helps people explore full-time missions, one-year internships, and field survey opportunities, while also helping missionaries coordinate work through support services and, when appropriate, other organizations. Its ministry areas include teaching, preaching, evangelism, discipleship, Bible translation, church planting, English teaching, medical work, pioneering new fields, and support for people in need.
The organization’s current project listings show a broad network of independent mission efforts and missionaries. Listed ministries include Haiti Active Evangelism, Labors of Love, Refuge of the Pines, Me and My House Outreach, Mexico Missions, Colegio Biblico, the ApMa Project, Pastoral Counseling Ministry, Gateway Community Development Initiative, Togo Christian Mission, Uganda East Africa Outreach, Rescue Innocence, Mission Fields Unlimited, Outreach International Tennessee, Designs for Sharpening Leadership, Global Transformation, Forging Ploughshares, Tiny House Ministries, Vision Venezuela, Ministry of Encouragement, and Outreach International Zimbabwe.
Outreach International’s giving model depends on direct support from churches and individuals. The ministry states that its missionaries and stateside staff are supported by donors, and that gifts may be designated for specific mission projects or sent to the general fund. Supporters may give online, by mail, through bank bill pay, or by contacting the office for help with project account numbers and donation questions.
People can engage with Outreach International by praying for mission workers, giving to mission projects, contacting the organization about service opportunities, supporting missionary families, subscribing to updates, or exploring internships and full-time missionary service. Its distinct contribution is helping Christians move from mission interest to mission service through recruiting, sending, support, consulting, and project coordination for Gospel work around the world.
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Independent Christian ChurchJust Help OneJust Help One mobilizes volunteers and donors for Christ-centered disaster relief, cleanup, recovery, rebuilding, training, and…Just Help One
Just Help One — Organization Profile Just Help One is a Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit disaster response ministry connected with Townsend, Tennessee. The organization serves people affected by natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes, and other catastrophic events.…
Just Help One — Organization Profile Just Help One is a Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit disaster response ministry connected with Townsend, Tennessee. The organization serves people affected by natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes, and other catastrophic events. Its public theme emphasizes meeting practical needs while planting seeds of hope through Christ-centered service. The organization’s core focus is bringing hope and restoration to people impacted by disaster through compassionate response, volunteer mobilization, and practical rebuilding support. Just Help One describes its mission as responding to disaster while inspiring people to reflect Jesus daily through faith, hope, and love, treating everyday service as worship. Its vision is to respond with hope while serving those in need, no matter the…
Just Help One — Organization Profile
Just Help One is a Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit disaster response ministry connected with Townsend, Tennessee. The organization serves people affected by natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes, and other catastrophic events. Its public theme emphasizes meeting practical needs while planting seeds of hope through Christ-centered service.
The organization’s core focus is bringing hope and restoration to people impacted by disaster through compassionate response, volunteer mobilization, and practical rebuilding support. Just Help One describes its mission as responding to disaster while inspiring people to reflect Jesus daily through faith, hope, and love, treating everyday service as worship. Its vision is to respond with hope while serving those in need, no matter the task.
Just Help One serves disaster-impacted communities across the United States, traveling where help is needed after major storms and other events. The ministry has publicly identified response work connected to areas affected by Hurricane Helene, flash flooding in Texas, and tornado damage in places such as Clarksville, Tennessee. Its model depends on volunteers, donors, churches, families, and businesses that join together to serve families in crisis.
The organization operates around three major areas it calls cleanup, recovery, and rebuild. Cleanup includes cutting trees, hauling debris, removing flooded drywall, clearing yards, and helping families take initial steps after disaster. Recovery involves walking with families over time through sorting, prayer, encouragement, and practical help. Rebuild includes repairing homes, framing walls, hanging doors, painting rooms, and helping families regain stability.
A distinctive part of Just Help One’s ministry is combining hands-on disaster relief with spiritual care, volunteer training, and long-term recovery support offered free in Jesus’ name. The organization states that its teams aim to head to affected areas within 12 to 48 hours when possible, provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support, and use trained volunteers in roles such as cleanup, damage assessment, search and rescue, and field chaplain support.
People can engage with Just Help One by volunteering on a disaster trip, hosting a packing event, attending disaster training, donating financially, supporting the Pillars of HOPE initiative, requesting Scott Shipman as a speaker, or contacting the ministry for more information. Supporters can also give toward rebuilding homes, provide supplies, pray for families and volunteers, and help the ministry continue responding to communities in need.
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Independent Christian ChurchRural India Christian MissionRural India Christian Mission serves rural India through evangelism, church planting, discipleship, children’s care, education, medical…Rural India Christian Mission
Rural India Christian Mission — Organization Profile Rural India Christian Mission, also known as RICM, is a Christian mission organization focused on reaching the unreached with the good news of salvation through the Gospel of Christ. The ministry states that…
Rural India Christian Mission — Organization Profile Rural India Christian Mission, also known as RICM, is a Christian mission organization focused on reaching the unreached with the good news of salvation through the Gospel of Christ. The ministry states that it has served for more than five decades, since 1973, and that its founders gave their lives to helping people move from darkness to light through Christ. The mission serves rural India, with a focus on communities where evangelism, discipleship, education, care for children, widows, elderly people, and humanitarian support are needed. Its public materials emphasize Gospel outreach alongside practical service, showing concern for both spiritual formation and physical needs among vulnerable people and underserved communities. RICM’s ministry approach includes…
Rural India Christian Mission — Organization Profile
Rural India Christian Mission, also known as RICM, is a Christian mission organization focused on reaching the unreached with the good news of salvation through the Gospel of Christ. The ministry states that it has served for more than five decades, since 1973, and that its founders gave their lives to helping people move from darkness to light through Christ.
The mission serves rural India, with a focus on communities where evangelism, discipleship, education, care for children, widows, elderly people, and humanitarian support are needed. Its public materials emphasize Gospel outreach alongside practical service, showing concern for both spiritual formation and physical needs among vulnerable people and underserved communities.
RICM’s ministry approach includes planting churches through evangelizing the unreached, nurturing disciples, and developing leaders. These priorities reflect a mission strategy that begins with Gospel preaching and continues through local discipleship and leadership development. The organization also lists Gospel meetings, baptisms, street preaching, youth ministry, and Vacation Bible School as parts of its outreach and spiritual formation work.
The organization’s practical ministries include a children’s home, children’s ministry, Vedha Mini School, medical ministry, hunger relief, humanitarian work, relief work, and emergency disaster management. RICM also describes support for widows and elderly people through New Life Centre, along with day care centers and efforts connected to education, health, and rural development.
Women’s empowerment and vocational training are also part of the mission’s work. RICM lists self-help groups, small business opportunities, free computer coaching, tailoring coaching, and vocational training centers among its public ministry areas. These efforts are designed to help people gain practical skills, economic opportunity, and community support.
People can engage with Rural India Christian Mission by praying, giving through its official website, contacting the ministry through its site, and supporting its church planting, children’s care, education, humanitarian, medical, disaster relief, and vocational training work. Its distinct contribution is a rural India-focused mission that combines evangelism, church planting, discipleship, leadership development, education, children’s care, women’s empowerment, medical help, and relief ministry.
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Independent Christian ChurchAsian Partners InternationalAsian Partners International supports integrated development in North India through community learning centers, leadership training, women’s…Asian Partners International
Asian Partners International — Organization Profile Asian Partners International (API) is a Christian nonprofit organization focused on integrated development among vulnerable communities in North India and other restricted-access contexts. The organization describes its work as a catalyst that connects communities,…
Asian Partners International — Organization Profile Asian Partners International (API) is a Christian nonprofit organization focused on integrated development among vulnerable communities in North India and other restricted-access contexts. The organization describes its work as a catalyst that connects communities, resources, and sustainable local solutions so that needs can be addressed in practical ways. Its public materials identify the ministry’s core work as developing people and communities through community learning centers, leadership development, women’s empowerment, care for children and youth, and disaster relief. The organization’s mission centers on accessing communities through needs-based programs and maximizing local and global resources for vulnerable populations. API’s approach combines humanitarian and community-development work with leadership training and long-term local engagement. Its programs are designed…
Asian Partners International — Organization Profile
Asian Partners International (API) is a Christian nonprofit organization focused on integrated development among vulnerable communities in North India and other restricted-access contexts. The organization describes its work as a catalyst that connects communities, resources, and sustainable local solutions so that needs can be addressed in practical ways. Its public materials identify the ministry’s core work as developing people and communities through community learning centers, leadership development, women’s empowerment, care for children and youth, and disaster relief.
The organization’s mission centers on accessing communities through needs-based programs and maximizing local and global resources for vulnerable populations. API’s approach combines humanitarian and community-development work with leadership training and long-term local engagement. Its programs are designed to respond to visible needs while building relationships with community leaders, families, women, children, and other local partners.
Asian Partners International is based in Lubbock, Texas, with listed ministry activity focused especially in North India. Its work serves marginalized and vulnerable populations, including women facing poverty and social barriers, children and youth in difficult circumstances, and communities affected by natural disasters. ECFA lists the organization’s ministry sectors and types as including international missions, community development, discipleship, orphan care, women’s ministry, evangelism, and church planting.
A central part of API’s strategy is the Community Learning Center model. The organization describes a Community Learning Center as a bridge into the community for integrated development, helping identify local needs, discover bridge-builders, provide resources, and implement service opportunities that fit the place where people live. API also trains local leaders, with an emphasis on mentoring, character formation, and equipping leaders who can serve and develop other leaders in their own context.
API’s women’s empowerment work uses Community Learning Centers to provide practical skills training, including trades such as sewing, food preparation, beautician training, and other cottage-industry opportunities. The organization states that these programs are intended to help women gain skills, confidence, economic independence, and the ability to support their families and communities. Its children and youth work includes shelter homes, sports clubs, literacy centers, adoption centers, and work among railway children, with an emphasis on safe environments, education, medical care, and family restoration where possible.
People can engage with Asian Partners International by learning about its work, contacting the organization, praying for its ministry, giving to its general fund or project categories, and supporting specific program areas such as Community Learning Centers, leadership development, women’s empowerment, children and youth work, and disaster relief. The organization is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, and donations are directed through its online giving platform or by mail.
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Church of ChristFlorida School of PreachingFlorida School of Preaching (FSOP) in Lakeland, Florida trains preachers through a two-year Bible-focused program, annual…Florida School of Preaching
Florida School of Preaching — Organization Profile The Florida School of Preaching (FSOP) is a preacher-training school in the Churches of Christ tradition, focused on equipping preachers and Bible class teachers for congregational ministry. FSOP describes its work as providing…
Florida School of Preaching — Organization Profile The Florida School of Preaching (FSOP) is a preacher-training school in the Churches of Christ tradition, focused on equipping preachers and Bible class teachers for congregational ministry. FSOP describes its work as providing essential instruction for men who desire to preach but have not had the opportunity for formal training. The school began operations in September 1969 and continues to serve churches through classroom teaching, practical preparation, and ongoing resource publishing. FSOP is based in Lakeland, Florida, operating at 1807 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland, FL 33803, in facilities associated with the South Florida Avenue church of Christ. FSOP notes that the school started with support from the South Florida Avenue church of Christ…
Florida School of Preaching — Organization Profile
The Florida School of Preaching (FSOP) is a preacher-training school in the Churches of Christ tradition, focused on equipping preachers and Bible class teachers for congregational ministry. FSOP describes its work as providing essential instruction for men who desire to preach but have not had the opportunity for formal training. The school began operations in September 1969 and continues to serve churches through classroom teaching, practical preparation, and ongoing resource publishing.
FSOP is based in Lakeland, Florida, operating at 1807 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland, FL 33803, in facilities associated with the South Florida Avenue church of Christ. FSOP notes that the school started with support from the South Florida Avenue church of Christ along with other churches and individuals, and it received a state charter in June 1972. From its Lakeland base, FSOP welcomes students pursuing ministry preparation as well as those seeking deeper Bible study.
Academically, FSOP offers a two-year, 120-semester-hour program focused on gospel preaching. The school emphasizes that its courses are directly connected to the work of a gospel preacher, centering the curriculum on Scripture and ministry-related study. FSOP also notes additional access points for learning, including satellite classes offered in various areas for those unable to attend the main campus, and that some classes each semester are available online for qualified students.
FSOP’s public teaching extends beyond the classroom through events and media resources. The school began hosting an annual lectureship in January 1975, an in-depth multi-day Bible study event with lessons from a variety of speakers. FSOP also makes lectureship materials available through multiple formats, including published lectureship books and recordings (audio and video), providing churches and individuals with ongoing access to teaching content.
In addition to training students, FSOP produces resources intended to encourage broader Bible study and faithful ministry. The school publishes The Harvester, a newsletter offering articles and teaching materials, and also hosts the Harvester Podcast for topical Bible discussions and studies. These resources help extend FSOP’s educational mission to a wider audience of congregations, families, and individuals.
People can engage with FSOP by applying for admission (full-time or part-time options), attending the annual lectureship, using the school’s online archives for audio and video teaching, and supporting the work financially through giving options (including recurring and one-time gifts). FSOP also provides clear points of contact for prospective students and supporters, including an admissions email and office phone numbers for questions about enrollment, scheduling, and partnership.
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FinanceChristian Financial ResourcesChristian Financial Resources (CFR) is a nonprofit financial ministry serving independent Christian Churches through ministry loans,…Christian Financial Resources
Christian Financial Resources — Organization Profile Christian Financial Resources (CFR) is a nonprofit financial ministry based in Lake Mary, Florida that serves independent Christian Churches and their associated ministries. CFR’s stated mission is “Funding Ministry… Changing Lives.” Through a combination…
Christian Financial Resources — Organization Profile Christian Financial Resources (CFR) is a nonprofit financial ministry based in Lake Mary, Florida that serves independent Christian Churches and their associated ministries. CFR’s stated mission is “Funding Ministry… Changing Lives.” Through a combination of investment offerings, ministry lending, and stewardship services, CFR helps connect Christian investors and donors with churches and ministry projects that need capital to move forward. A primary focus of CFR’s work is ministry lending for church and ministry facilities. According to CFR’s materials, funded projects have included land acquisitions, refinances, and construction or improvement of buildings such as churches, parsonages, schools, and other ministry facilities. By providing loan options for purchases, refinances, and construction, CFR aims to support congregations…
Christian Financial Resources — Organization Profile
Christian Financial Resources (CFR) is a nonprofit financial ministry based in Lake Mary, Florida that serves independent Christian Churches and their associated ministries. CFR’s stated mission is “Funding Ministry… Changing Lives.” Through a combination of investment offerings, ministry lending, and stewardship services, CFR helps connect Christian investors and donors with churches and ministry projects that need capital to move forward.
A primary focus of CFR’s work is ministry lending for church and ministry facilities. According to CFR’s materials, funded projects have included land acquisitions, refinances, and construction or improvement of buildings such as churches, parsonages, schools, and other ministry facilities. By providing loan options for purchases, refinances, and construction, CFR aims to support congregations and related ministries as they plan for growth and long-term sustainability.
CFR also offers investment opportunities designed to provide interest income while supplying funding for ministry loans. Options described by CFR include a Ready Access Certificate (a demand investment designed for accessibility) as well as time-based certificates and IRA-related services (including IRA transfers). In addition to supporting ministry projects, these investment programs are presented as a way for individuals and households to put savings and retirement assets to work in alignment with stewardship values.
Beyond loans and investments, CFR provides strategic stewardship services intended to help individuals and families plan and give thoughtfully. CFR’s stewardship offerings include Giving Funds (donor-advised funds), charitable gift annuities, legacy planning, and support for capital campaigns and generosity initiatives. These services are positioned to help donors organize charitable giving, plan long-term generosity, and support ministries across the United States.
People can engage with CFR in several practical ways: churches and ministries can explore financing for property purchase, refinance, or construction needs; individuals can consider investment and IRA options; and donors can establish Giving Funds or explore legacy and planned giving tools. CFR also publishes resources and updates through its website, including organizational information, program details, and reporting materials.
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Independent Christian ChurchDisciple MakersDisciple Makers serves unreached and unengaged people groups through evangelism, church planting, national evangelist support, training,…Disciple Makers
Disciple Makers — Organization Profile Disciple Makers is a Christian mission organization focused on helping fulfill the Great Commission among unreached and unengaged people groups. Its stated mission is to make Christ-followers who produce Christ-followers among the nations of the…
Disciple Makers — Organization Profile Disciple Makers is a Christian mission organization focused on helping fulfill the Great Commission among unreached and unengaged people groups. Its stated mission is to make Christ-followers who produce Christ-followers among the nations of the world. The organization works through evangelism, church planting, national evangelist support, leadership training, short-term trips, internships, and technology-based training. Disciple Makers is based in Latonia, Kentucky, and its ministry serves Africa, Asia, Latin America, Guatemala, the 10/40 Window, and unreached people groups around the world. The organization began in 1989 and is supported by churches and individuals who partner with its mission to help fulfill the Great Commission of Christ. The ministry’s work is shaped by a focus on unreached…
Disciple Makers — Organization Profile
Disciple Makers is a Christian mission organization focused on helping fulfill the Great Commission among unreached and unengaged people groups. Its stated mission is to make Christ-followers who produce Christ-followers among the nations of the world. The organization works through evangelism, church planting, national evangelist support, leadership training, short-term trips, internships, and technology-based training.
Disciple Makers is based in Latonia, Kentucky, and its ministry serves Africa, Asia, Latin America, Guatemala, the 10/40 Window, and unreached people groups around the world. The organization began in 1989 and is supported by churches and individuals who partner with its mission to help fulfill the Great Commission of Christ.
The ministry’s work is shaped by a focus on unreached and unengaged people groups. Disciple Makers highlights the remaining task of global evangelism and states that more than 7,000 people groups are still considered unreached with the gospel. Its vision includes planting new indigenous churches, empowering national workers, and developing sustainable ministry among people who have limited access to the gospel.
Disciple Makers operates through several connected strategies. Its Adopt an Evangelist program allows churches and individuals to support nationally trained evangelists with prayer, financial support, encouragement, and possible field visits. The organization also promotes adopting unreached people groups, sponsoring Internet Training Centers, and supporting field workers who serve in difficult-access contexts.
Technology and training are also important parts of the ministry. Disciple Makers uses Internet Training Centers to train lay pastors and prepare workers for ministry among unreached communities. Its core values include dependency on God, clear direction, national empowerment, technology, church planting, sustainability, and accountability to prayer and financial partners.
People can engage with Disciple Makers by praying, giving financially, adopting an evangelist, sponsoring an Internet Training Center, participating in short-term trips, applying for internships in Africa, Asia, Latin America, or Puentes, supporting missionaries, or contacting the ministry about unreached people group engagement. Donations may be made online or through the organization’s Latonia, Kentucky office.
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Church of ChristThe Christian Reach MagazineThe Christian Reach is a Dallas-based Christian magazine and e-magazine serving readers and congregations through quarterly…The Christian Reach Magazine
The Christian Reach — Organization Profile The Christian Reach, also presented as The Christian R.E.A.C.H. Magazine or TCR E-Mag, is a Christian-based magazine and e-magazine published by Spirit & Spark. The publication describes its focus as addressing inspirational, doctrinal, relational,…
The Christian Reach — Organization Profile The Christian Reach, also presented as The Christian R.E.A.C.H. Magazine or TCR E-Mag, is a Christian-based magazine and e-magazine published by Spirit & Spark. The publication describes its focus as addressing inspirational, doctrinal, relational, and social issues facing the church of Christ fellowship, with an emphasis on strengthening congregational fellowship and awareness. Its name reflects the words Relationship, Empowerment, Alliance, Connection, and Holistic, which appear as part of the magazine’s public branding. The organization is based in Dallas, Texas, with its publicly listed mailing address and editorial team connected to Dallas. Its work is designed for readers, subscribers, advertisers, and congregations, including churches that choose a congregational subscription or National Directory listing. While the…
The Christian Reach — Organization Profile
The Christian Reach, also presented as The Christian R.E.A.C.H. Magazine or TCR E-Mag, is a Christian-based magazine and e-magazine published by Spirit & Spark. The publication describes its focus as addressing inspirational, doctrinal, relational, and social issues facing the church of Christ fellowship, with an emphasis on strengthening congregational fellowship and awareness. Its name reflects the words Relationship, Empowerment, Alliance, Connection, and Holistic, which appear as part of the magazine’s public branding.
The organization is based in Dallas, Texas, with its publicly listed mailing address and editorial team connected to Dallas. Its work is designed for readers, subscribers, advertisers, and congregations, including churches that choose a congregational subscription or National Directory listing. While the publication is rooted in the African-American church of Christ fellowship context, its subscription and advertising options point to a broader readership that includes participating congregations and readers across the United States.
The Christian Reach operates primarily through a quarterly print magazine and an online digital version. Its subscription options include individual subscriptions, congregational subscriptions, corporate subscriptions, and National Directory listings for participating congregations. This structure allows the publication to serve both individual readers and church communities, while also providing a platform for congregations, organizations, universities, technology companies, independent businesses, and small businesses to advertise in print and digital formats.
A distinctive part of The Christian Reach’s work is connecting Christian readers and congregations through magazine content, directory listings, community awareness, and public engagement opportunities. The publication also invites nominations for recurring magazine features, such as its Bachelor and Bachelorette feature, and maintains a mailing list for updates about magazine issues, raffles, subscriptions, news, and exclusive content. Its advertising materials specify quarterly publication, digital and hard-copy placement, and production requirements for submitted ad artwork.
People can engage with The Christian Reach by subscribing as individuals, registering a congregation for directory placement, purchasing advertising space, joining the mailing list, submitting nominations, or contacting the team for subscription, membership, advertising, or general information. Supporters who are not ready to subscribe are also invited to donate through the organization’s website. The publication’s publicly listed leadership includes an editorial team led by Chief Editor J.K. Hamilton, along with associate editors and administrative support.
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Independent Christian ChurchMissionary Flights InternationalMissionary Flights International supports Bible-centered missions through aviation transportation, cargo logistics, and missionary travel serving Haiti,…Missionary Flights International
Missionary Flights International — Organization Profile Missionary Flights International, also known as MFI, is a Christian aviation ministry based in Fort Pierce, Florida. The organization exists to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ in partnership with Bible-centered missions by…
Missionary Flights International — Organization Profile Missionary Flights International, also known as MFI, is a Christian aviation ministry based in Fort Pierce, Florida. The organization exists to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ in partnership with Bible-centered missions by providing reliable transportation and logistical services. MFI’s public theme is “Standing in the Gap,” drawn from Ezekiel 22:30, and reflects its role as a dependable link between missionaries and the communities they serve. The organization’s core focus is using aviation to support nonprofit Christian evangelical missionaries, organizations, and churches so the gospel can be preached and lives can be changed. MFI provides passenger flights, cargo transportation, logistics, and mission support for affiliated missionaries and mission organizations. Its work helps missionaries…
Missionary Flights International — Organization Profile
Missionary Flights International, also known as MFI, is a Christian aviation ministry based in Fort Pierce, Florida. The organization exists to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ in partnership with Bible-centered missions by providing reliable transportation and logistical services. MFI’s public theme is “Standing in the Gap,” drawn from Ezekiel 22:30, and reflects its role as a dependable link between missionaries and the communities they serve.
The organization’s core focus is using aviation to support nonprofit Christian evangelical missionaries, organizations, and churches so the gospel can be preached and lives can be changed. MFI provides passenger flights, cargo transportation, logistics, and mission support for affiliated missionaries and mission organizations. Its work helps missionaries travel closer to the communities they serve while moving supplies that are difficult to transport through ordinary channels.
Missionary Flights International serves from Fort Pierce, Florida, with regular aviation service for affiliated mission work in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas. The organization also states that it flies wherever the Lord directs. MFI currently serves more than 600 affiliated missionary groups in the Caribbean and transports Christian workers and cargo for those mission partners.
The ministry began in the 1960s when Don Beldin flew a small single-engine airplane for Youth for Christ evangelism in the Bahamas. As needs grew, he began transporting missionaries and equipment, and Missionary Flights International was incorporated in 1964 to serve Bible-centered missions. After 42 years in West Palm Beach, MFI moved to Fort Pierce in 2006, where it now operates from two hangars.
A distinctive part of Missionary Flights International’s work is combining missionary air transportation with practical cargo logistics for gospel-centered work in the Caribbean. Its aircraft have transported items ranging from the Word of God to construction materials and livestock, depending on mission needs. MFI reports that about 300 tons of cargo and 4,000 Christian workers are transported each year, supporting churches, schools, clinics, relief work, and mission outreach.
People can engage with Missionary Flights International by giving, volunteering, applying for jobs or aviation internships, scheduling a tour, attending events, requesting a visit from an MFI representative, or supporting specific staff members and aircraft needs. Missionaries and teams who want to fly with MFI must be connected with an affiliated mission, and MFI states that its affiliation is for missions actively involved in sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Independent Christian ChurchLove & Truth Network, IncLove & Truth Network equips Christians and church leaders to restore biblical sexuality, identity, community, and…Love & Truth Network, Inc
Love & Truth Network, Inc. — Organization Profile Love & Truth Network, Inc., also known as LTN, is a Christian nonprofit ministry based in Glendale, Arizona. Founded by Garry and Melissa Ingraham, the organization equips Christians, church leaders, families, and…
Love & Truth Network, Inc. — Organization Profile Love & Truth Network, Inc., also known as LTN, is a Christian nonprofit ministry based in Glendale, Arizona. Founded by Garry and Melissa Ingraham, the organization equips Christians, church leaders, families, and ministry communities to respond to relational and sexual brokenness with both biblical truth and compassionate care. The organization’s core focus is restoring biblical sexuality, community, and identity through leadership training, teaching, discipleship resources, and personal support. Love & Truth Network describes its work as helping Christians experience God’s restoration of identity, relational wholeness, and sexual wholeness. Its materials are designed for church leaders, people personally struggling, and friends or family members who want to love others well without compromising truth.…
Love & Truth Network, Inc. — Organization Profile
Love & Truth Network, Inc., also known as LTN, is a Christian nonprofit ministry based in Glendale, Arizona. Founded by Garry and Melissa Ingraham, the organization equips Christians, church leaders, families, and ministry communities to respond to relational and sexual brokenness with both biblical truth and compassionate care.
The organization’s core focus is restoring biblical sexuality, community, and identity through leadership training, teaching, discipleship resources, and personal support. Love & Truth Network describes its work as helping Christians experience God’s restoration of identity, relational wholeness, and sexual wholeness. Its materials are designed for church leaders, people personally struggling, and friends or family members who want to love others well without compromising truth.
Love & Truth Network serves from Glendale, Arizona, with a national ministry reach through churches, conferences, retreats, online resources, podcasts, coaching, mentoring, and leadership training. Its public listings identify the organization as a 501(c)(3) Christian nonprofit formed in 2013, with ministry focused on pastoral care training and support for churches and individuals.
The ministry operates through several connected resources and support pathways. For church leaders, LTN offers biblical strategies for creating safer and more transformational environments in churches. For individuals, it provides confidential encouragement, mentoring, restoration stories, teaching resources, and help related to sexual and relational wholeness. For friends and family, it offers guidance for loving someone who is struggling in a life-giving way while remaining grounded in Christian conviction.
A distinctive part of Love & Truth Network’s work is helping churches develop redemptive, compassionate, and transformational environments for people experiencing relational and sexual brokenness. Its resources include the Love & Truth Network Podcast, Am I Gay?, New IDentity, Restoration Stories, The Narrow Way, newsletters, summits, free coaching options, and the Transforming Congregations initiative. The ministry also provides public speaking, church consulting, retreats, conferences, and leadership-team development.
People can engage with Love & Truth Network by donating, joining the newsletter, listening to the podcast, requesting free coaching, using resources for church leaders or families, inviting LTN to serve a church or event, or contacting the ministry directly. Churches can also begin with a consultation to discuss next steps for building a culture of care that addresses sexuality, identity, relationships, discipleship, and long-term spiritual growth.
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Church of ChristLads to Leaders (L2L)Lads to Leaders (L2L) is a Montgomery, Alabama-based leadership training program used by churches of Christ…Lads to Leaders (L2L)
Lads to Leaders (L2L) — Organization Profile Lads to Leaders (L2L), also known as Lads to Leaders/Leaderettes, is a long-running leadership development program used by churches of Christ to help young people grow into servant-minded Christian leaders. Founded in 1968,…
Lads to Leaders (L2L) — Organization Profile Lads to Leaders (L2L), also known as Lads to Leaders/Leaderettes, is a long-running leadership development program used by churches of Christ to help young people grow into servant-minded Christian leaders. Founded in 1968, L2L exists to develop youth into Christian leaders through Bible-centered learning, training, and opportunities to practice ministry skills in age-appropriate ways. L2L is based in Montgomery, Alabama, and serves churches across the United States and internationally through a national support structure and multiple regional convention locations. The program is designed to be adaptable at the congregational level, giving local churches a framework they can use year-round to help children, teens, and adults build confidence in Scripture, worship leadership, and service.…
Lads to Leaders (L2L) — Organization Profile
Lads to Leaders (L2L), also known as Lads to Leaders/Leaderettes, is a long-running leadership development program used by churches of Christ to help young people grow into servant-minded Christian leaders. Founded in 1968, L2L exists to develop youth into Christian leaders through Bible-centered learning, training, and opportunities to practice ministry skills in age-appropriate ways.
L2L is based in Montgomery, Alabama, and serves churches across the United States and internationally through a national support structure and multiple regional convention locations. The program is designed to be adaptable at the congregational level, giving local churches a framework they can use year-round to help children, teens, and adults build confidence in Scripture, worship leadership, and service.
Rather than operating as a single weekend event, L2L emphasizes year-round leadership training tools that congregations can shape to their context. Churches use L2L materials and event pathways to help participants grow in Bible knowledge and Christian character while also practicing skills that benefit congregational life—such as public reading, speaking, leading songs, teaching, and other forms of participation. L2L describes its approach as providing Bible-based class materials and events for preschoolers through adults, giving families and church groups shared goals and a consistent discipleship rhythm.
L2L also includes structured learning and participation areas that many churches recognize. Examples of these pathways include Bible knowledge and study components (such as Bible Bowl and Pearls) as well as participation options that encourage practice and preparation across the year. L2L provides training materials for judges and volunteers, along with documentation and guidance that helps churches coordinate participation responsibly.
Engagement with L2L typically starts through a local church leader or group leader, since registration and participation are organized at the group level. Churches can request introductory materials, schedule an introductory meeting with an L2L representative, and build a plan for implementing L2L within their congregation. Supporters can also partner with L2L financially through its donation pathways, helping sustain resources, staffing, and the program’s broader service to churches.
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Independent Christian ChurchCoaching Mission InternationalCoaching Mission International provides Christ-centered coaching and coach training to strengthen global mission workers, leaders, and…Coaching Mission International
Coaching Mission International — Organization Profile Coaching Mission International (CMI) is a Christian coaching and training ministry that serves global mission workers and mission organizations. Its stated mission is through coaching and training, CMI empowers global mission workers and organizations…
Coaching Mission International — Organization Profile Coaching Mission International (CMI) is a Christian coaching and training ministry that serves global mission workers and mission organizations. Its stated mission is through coaching and training, CMI empowers global mission workers and organizations for greater Kingdom impact. The organization focuses on helping missionaries, cross-cultural workers, ministry leaders, and organizations gain support, clarity, resilience, and practical skills for sustainable ministry. CMI is connected with leadership in Arizona and serves mission workers across 110 countries. Its story began in 2004, when a mission organization working in South Asia invited coaching support for six global workers. That initial work led to a wider vision for making coaching available to thousands of field staff, and Coaching Mission…
Coaching Mission International — Organization Profile
Coaching Mission International (CMI) is a Christian coaching and training ministry that serves global mission workers and mission organizations. Its stated mission is through coaching and training, CMI empowers global mission workers and organizations for greater Kingdom impact. The organization focuses on helping missionaries, cross-cultural workers, ministry leaders, and organizations gain support, clarity, resilience, and practical skills for sustainable ministry.
CMI is connected with leadership in Arizona and serves mission workers across 110 countries. Its story began in 2004, when a mission organization working in South Asia invited coaching support for six global workers. That initial work led to a wider vision for making coaching available to thousands of field staff, and Coaching Mission International was incorporated in 2006. Since then, CMI has trained more than 500 mission leaders serving in 54 countries and has provided more than 65,000 hours of coaching to more than 4,100 mission workers.
The organization’s core focus is developing global workers to have transformative and sustainable impact. CMI describes coaching as a way to help workers process challenges, transitions, calling, leadership questions, cultural adjustment, team dynamics, purpose, and spiritual formation. Its vision is to see mission workers strengthened, encouraged, and equipped to serve well and thrive.
CMI operates through coaching, coach training, workshops, courses, mentoring, and volunteer support. Its courses include Foundations for Coaching Excellence, Advanced Mentor Coaching, Coaching with Personality Types, Coaching with Cultural Intelligence, Coaching with Life Purpose, Advanced Global Coach Certificate, and Training Transformational Trainers. The Advanced Life Coach Certificate is accredited by the International Coaching Federation as a Level 1 training program.
The ministry’s distinctives include Christ-centered coaching, cross-cultural awareness, mission experience, and training designed for people serving in global ministry contexts. CMI’s coaches and trainers bring experience from pastoral ministry, international missions, member care, leadership development, nonprofit work, education, counseling, and cross-cultural service. The organization’s materials emphasize the coach approach as useful not only for certified coaches, but also for ministry workers who want to lead and serve others more effectively.
People can engage with Coaching Mission International by getting a coach, becoming a coach, taking a course, attending a workshop, scheduling a call, giving financially, receiving email updates, volunteering, or exploring opportunities to serve with the CMI team. The organization also invites mission workers, churches, and mission organizations to use coaching skills as a tool for strengthening leaders and supporting people serving in challenging ministry settings.
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Church of ChristGospel Chariot MissionsGospel Chariot Missions (GCM), based in Pretoria, South Africa, uses purpose-built “gospel chariot” trucks and 4…Gospel Chariot Missions
Gospel Chariot Missions — Organization Profile Gospel Chariot Missions (GCM) is a Christian missions organization focused on evangelism and disciple-making through a distinctive mobile approach. Based in Pretoria, South Africa, GCM describes its work as reaching people who are still…
Gospel Chariot Missions — Organization Profile Gospel Chariot Missions (GCM) is a Christian missions organization focused on evangelism and disciple-making through a distinctive mobile approach. Based in Pretoria, South Africa, GCM describes its work as reaching people who are still seeking Christ while also supporting existing churches as they carry out local mission efforts. The ministry’s name comes from its purpose-built “gospel chariots”—trucks designed to function as a traveling preaching and teaching platform. GCM’s stated mission is to “invade Africa and the world” with Gospel Chariots preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and multiplying disciples and churches everywhere. The organization organizes its work by regions—Southern Africa, East Africa, and West Africa—and also publishes updates under “Beyond Africa,” reflecting a broader…
Gospel Chariot Missions — Organization Profile
Gospel Chariot Missions (GCM) is a Christian missions organization focused on evangelism and disciple-making through a distinctive mobile approach. Based in Pretoria, South Africa, GCM describes its work as reaching people who are still seeking Christ while also supporting existing churches as they carry out local mission efforts. The ministry’s name comes from its purpose-built “gospel chariots”—trucks designed to function as a traveling preaching and teaching platform.
GCM’s stated mission is to “invade Africa and the world” with Gospel Chariots preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and multiplying disciples and churches everywhere. The organization organizes its work by regions—Southern Africa, East Africa, and West Africa—and also publishes updates under “Beyond Africa,” reflecting a broader global emphasis in its reporting and training activity.
A defining feature of GCM is the construction and deployment of trucks that serve as a “church on wheels.” According to the organization, these vehicles can include sleeping quarters for evangelists, storage for literature and supplies, and a stage with a sound system for public preaching. GCM also notes the inclusion of a large tent and a baptistery to support teaching, gatherings, and immediate responses when people want to be baptized. This setup is designed for campaign-style outreach as well as follow-up visits as teams revisit areas on an ongoing schedule.
Alongside public evangelism, GCM emphasizes discipleship multiplication training using the “4 Fields” tools (presented through its partnership with Gospel Share Missions). The organization describes equipping believers and local leaders with reproducible methods for sharing the gospel and forming disciple-making groups. GCM also points people who want deeper study toward short-term schools and degree pathways through partner institutions, including Nations University, and it highlights relationships with World Bible School as part of its broader resourcing strategy.
Gospel Chariot Missions invites churches and individuals to engage through prayer, financial support, and staying connected through its updates and reports. For supporters, the organization provides online giving options and a planned giving pathway. For partners and interested learners, its website centralizes mission information, training tools connections, and ongoing regional reports that show where teams are serving and what training initiatives are underway.
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Church of ChristGULF Youth ExperienceGULF Youth Experience is a Churches of Christ–connected youth gathering in Orange Beach, Alabama, offering Bible…GULF Youth Experience
GULF Youth Experience — Organization Profile GULF Youth Experience (often shortened to GULF) is a churches-of-Christ–connected youth gathering that brings together teens, families, and church groups for a concentrated weekend of worship, Bible teaching, and community. Hosted on and around…
GULF Youth Experience — Organization Profile GULF Youth Experience (often shortened to GULF) is a churches-of-Christ–connected youth gathering that brings together teens, families, and church groups for a concentrated weekend of worship, Bible teaching, and community. Hosted on and around the coastal setting of Orange Beach, Alabama, GULF primarily serves churches across the Gulf Coast region while also welcoming groups who travel in from other areas. The event’s stated aim is straightforward: a weekend centered on learning more about God’s love, with an environment that blends spiritual formation and meaningful connection. GULF is built for group participation—many attendees come with youth ministries, parents, and adult sponsors—so the experience is designed to support both students and the leaders who shepherd them.…
GULF Youth Experience — Organization Profile
GULF Youth Experience (often shortened to GULF) is a churches-of-Christ–connected youth gathering that brings together teens, families, and church groups for a concentrated weekend of worship, Bible teaching, and community. Hosted on and around the coastal setting of Orange Beach, Alabama, GULF primarily serves churches across the Gulf Coast region while also welcoming groups who travel in from other areas.
The event’s stated aim is straightforward: a weekend centered on learning more about God’s love, with an environment that blends spiritual formation and meaningful connection. GULF is built for group participation—many attendees come with youth ministries, parents, and adult sponsors—so the experience is designed to support both students and the leaders who shepherd them. The conference rhythm typically combines large-group sessions with additional class options and structured group time.
GULF is overseen by board members from regional Churches of Christ, reflecting its cooperative nature and its desire to keep the event “scriptural and sound.” The organization describes GULF as one of the largest Church of Christ youth events in the greater Gulf Coast area, serving more than 700 youth and their families each year. That scale influences how GULF plans logistics and programming, including centralized registration and a schedule that balances structured sessions with time for relationship-building and rest.
Because GULF is hosted in a beach community, the weekend also includes planned recreation and shared experiences that help youth groups connect with one another. For many churches, the location becomes a backdrop for something deeper: students learning together, worshipping together, and forming friendships that encourage faithfulness long after the weekend is over. The broader goal is not simply attendance, but discipleship momentum that youth leaders can carry back into their local congregations.
For churches and families who want to engage, the official website is the best starting point. It provides registration access, schedule details, board information, and an email signup for updates. GULF also maintains official social media pages where public announcements and reminders are shared.
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ConsultingSlingshot GroupSlingshot Group helps churches and faith-based nonprofits build remarkable teams through staffing and executive search, coaching…Slingshot Group
Slingshot Group — Organization Profile Slingshot Group is a staffing, search, and coaching organization that serves churches and faith-based nonprofits by helping them find the right leaders and build remarkable teams. Founded in 2007, Slingshot Group began with a vision…
Slingshot Group — Organization Profile Slingshot Group is a staffing, search, and coaching organization that serves churches and faith-based nonprofits by helping them find the right leaders and build remarkable teams. Founded in 2007, Slingshot Group began with a vision to match the right churches with the right people and has expanded into a nationwide team that supports organizations through search, coaching, and leadership-transition work. At its core, Slingshot Group supports mission-driven organizations that need more than job postings and resumes. Their staffing services are built to help churches and nonprofits clarify what they actually need, identify leaders who fit their culture, and move from uncertainty to confident hiring decisions. This includes executive search for senior leadership roles as well…
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Slingshot Group is a staffing, search, and coaching organization that serves churches and faith-based nonprofits by helping them find the right leaders and build remarkable teams. Founded in 2007, Slingshot Group began with a vision to match the right churches with the right people and has expanded into a nationwide team that supports organizations through search, coaching, and leadership-transition work.
At its core, Slingshot Group supports mission-driven organizations that need more than job postings and resumes. Their staffing services are built to help churches and nonprofits clarify what they actually need, identify leaders who fit their culture, and move from uncertainty to confident hiring decisions. This includes executive search for senior leadership roles as well as specialized searches for the many role types that make up a healthy ministry team.
Slingshot Group’s staffing process emphasizes preparation and clarity. Organizations start with guided discovery and position profiling so expectations, responsibilities, and culture are defined before candidates are introduced. From there, Slingshot’s team helps identify and evaluate candidates and then supports churches and nonprofits through the interview process and final placement. Their approach is designed to stay engaged through the outcome—treating hiring as a long-term partnership, not a transaction.
Coaching is the other major pillar of Slingshot’s work. The organization offers coaching for new staff, teams, leaders in transition, and succession so individuals and organizations can grow healthier while navigating change. Coaching support is positioned as a practical way to strengthen leadership capacity, address roadblocks, and build culture, whether the need is personal development, team alignment, board clarity, or transition planning.
Slingshot Group also serves job seekers through its open roles listings and candidate support. By connecting candidates with a wide network of churches and organizations, Slingshot helps ministry leaders explore opportunities, prepare for interviews, and discern fit. This job-seeker channel complements their organization-facing work by improving the quality of matches between churches/nonprofits and prospective leaders.
Slingshot Group is based in Irvine, California, and works with churches and organizations across the United States through its nationwide team of practitioners and consultants. Churches, nonprofits, and candidates can engage by exploring staffing services, coaching pathways, succession support, and ongoing leadership resources such as the Slingshot Group Podcast and related articles.
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Independent Christian ChurchRestoringVisionRestoringVision expands access to vision screenings and eyeglasses through global health partnerships, community outreach, training resources,…RestoringVision
RestoringVision — Organization Profile RestoringVision is a global nonprofit committed to creating equitable access to vision screening and near-vision eyeglasses for people living in poverty. Founded in 2003 by Mark Sachs, the organization addresses presbyopia, an age-related decline in near…
RestoringVision — Organization Profile RestoringVision is a global nonprofit committed to creating equitable access to vision screening and near-vision eyeglasses for people living in poverty. Founded in 2003 by Mark Sachs, the organization addresses presbyopia, an age-related decline in near vision that can often be corrected with a simple pair of reading glasses. RestoringVision describes its goal as creating a world where everyone who needs eyeglasses has them. The organization is based in San Francisco, California, with operations connected to Lockbourne, Ohio, and serves communities in more than 150 countries worldwide. Its work reaches people across Africa, Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and other regions where access to eye care and affordable eyeglasses is limited. RestoringVision especially focuses on…
RestoringVision — Organization Profile
RestoringVision is a global nonprofit committed to creating equitable access to vision screening and near-vision eyeglasses for people living in poverty. Founded in 2003 by Mark Sachs, the organization addresses presbyopia, an age-related decline in near vision that can often be corrected with a simple pair of reading glasses. RestoringVision describes its goal as creating a world where everyone who needs eyeglasses has them.
The organization is based in San Francisco, California, with operations connected to Lockbourne, Ohio, and serves communities in more than 150 countries worldwide. Its work reaches people across Africa, Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and other regions where access to eye care and affordable eyeglasses is limited. RestoringVision especially focuses on people living on less than $2 a day.
RestoringVision operates through two primary programs: the Global Access Program and the Community Outreach Program. The Global Access Program is its largest program, working with global health and humanitarian NGOs, governments, and social enterprises to deliver vision screenings and eyeglasses in low- and middle-income countries. These projects may be integrated into clinics, health fairs, mobile clinics, pop-up vision camps, or broader eye-care services.
The Community Outreach Program equips nonprofits, churches, mission groups, and individuals with affordable eyeglasses so vision care can be included in medical trips, faith-based missions, and underserved community outreach. Through this program, partners can order near-vision eyeglasses, protective eyewear, sunglasses, and related resources for use in local and international service settings.
RestoringVision also provides partner training and resources for vision screenings and reading-glasses distribution. These resources support organizations that need practical guidance for dispensing reading glasses safely and effectively. The organization’s wider advocacy work places eye health within global health, education, livelihood, and poverty-reduction conversations, recognizing that clear vision can affect work, learning, independence, and daily life.
People can engage with RestoringVision by donating, becoming a program partner, ordering eyeglasses for mission or outreach use, supporting the Global Access Program, using partner training resources, or sharing the organization’s work with nonprofits, churches, mission teams, health partners, and donors. Its distinct contribution is large-scale vision access through partnerships that connect affordable eyeglasses, vision screenings, global health systems, and community outreach for people who otherwise may not receive basic eye care.
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Church of ChristREMADE KenyaREMADE Kenya, formerly Made in the Streets (MITS), serves street-connected youth in Nairobi, Kenya through rescue…REMADE Kenya
REMADE Kenya — Organization Profile REMADE Kenya (formerly Made in the Streets, often abbreviated MITS) is a Christian nonprofit working with street-connected children and youth in Nairobi, Kenya. The organization states that its mission is to “holistically serve and love…
REMADE Kenya — Organization Profile REMADE Kenya (formerly Made in the Streets, often abbreviated MITS) is a Christian nonprofit working with street-connected children and youth in Nairobi, Kenya. The organization states that its mission is to “holistically serve and love street-connected children in Kenya” and to reintegrate them into a nurturing and safe environment. Its vision emphasizes children breaking free from street life to thrive in safe, loving families and supported communities. The ministry’s work is commonly described through a three-part pathway: Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Reintegration. Outreach teams begin by meeting young people where they are, building trust, and offering an alternative to street survival. The organization highlights that their outreach context includes neighborhoods in Nairobi where many children live…
REMADE Kenya — Organization Profile
REMADE Kenya (formerly Made in the Streets, often abbreviated MITS) is a Christian nonprofit working with street-connected children and youth in Nairobi, Kenya. The organization states that its mission is to “holistically serve and love street-connected children in Kenya” and to reintegrate them into a nurturing and safe environment. Its vision emphasizes children breaking free from street life to thrive in safe, loving families and supported communities.
The ministry’s work is commonly described through a three-part pathway: Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Reintegration. Outreach teams begin by meeting young people where they are, building trust, and offering an alternative to street survival. The organization highlights that their outreach context includes neighborhoods in Nairobi where many children live and work on the streets, and that ongoing relationships are central to helping a child choose a different future.
REMADE’s rehabilitation work includes a transition and rehabilitation environment designed to provide safety, structure, and support as youth recover from life on the streets. The organization also notes educational support for students who have experienced interruptions in schooling, helping them re-engage learning and develop stability. Alongside this, REMADE describes family-based care as a key emphasis—prioritizing reunification with relatives when it is safe and appropriate, with continued follow-up and support as children transition back into family and community life.
A distinct part of REMADE’s long-term strategy is skills development through its Vocational Training Center, which provides training in practical trades. The organization lists areas such as cosmetology, hospitality, welding, information technology, and auto mechanics as examples of vocational tracks intended to help students pursue employment and sustainable futures. REMADE also connects immediate care with practical engagement through Street Eats, a giving pathway that funds meals for teens on the streets and often serves as an entry point to deeper help.
Supporters can engage with REMADE in several ways. The ministry invites recurring giving through Home Team, offers opportunities to visit and learn through organized trips to Kenya, and provides internships (including ministry and communications roles) that support day-to-day operations and storytelling. REMADE also shares resources such as annual reports and visitor policies, and it encourages churches and individuals to participate through prayer, giving, and relationship-based partnership with its work in Kenya.
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Church of ChristEastern European Mission (EEM)Eastern European Mission (EEM), based in Hurst, Texas, provides free Bibles and Bible-based materials through thousands…Eastern European Mission (EEM)
Eastern European Mission (EEM) — Organization Profile Eastern European Mission (EEM) is a Christian nonprofit dedicated to putting Scripture into the hands of people who otherwise may not have access. Based in Hurst, Texas, EEM publishes, prints, and distributes Bibles…
Eastern European Mission (EEM) — Organization Profile Eastern European Mission (EEM) is a Christian nonprofit dedicated to putting Scripture into the hands of people who otherwise may not have access. Based in Hurst, Texas, EEM publishes, prints, and distributes Bibles and Bible-based materials at no cost to recipients, serving people and ministry partners across Eastern Europe and beyond. EEM traces its beginnings to 1961, when missionary couples began taking God’s Word to people living under Soviet rule. In those decades, Bible access was often restricted, and EEM’s work included underground printing and smuggling efforts until political barriers shifted in 1989. Over time, what began as a mission focused on Eastern Europe expanded into a broader distribution network that continues to…
Eastern European Mission (EEM) — Organization Profile
Eastern European Mission (EEM) is a Christian nonprofit dedicated to putting Scripture into the hands of people who otherwise may not have access. Based in Hurst, Texas, EEM publishes, prints, and distributes Bibles and Bible-based materials at no cost to recipients, serving people and ministry partners across Eastern Europe and beyond.
EEM traces its beginnings to 1961, when missionary couples began taking God’s Word to people living under Soviet rule. In those decades, Bible access was often restricted, and EEM’s work included underground printing and smuggling efforts until political barriers shifted in 1989. Over time, what began as a mission focused on Eastern Europe expanded into a broader distribution network that continues to prioritize language access and local partnerships.
Today, EEM states that it exists to place God’s Word into the hands of everyone who requests it, free of charge. Through a network of thousands of trusted partners, EEM supplies Scripture to a wide range of settings—local churches and ministries, public schools and universities, hospitals, prisons, youth camps, orphanages, and other community institutions. The organization also emphasizes that it works in dozens of languages so people can read the Bible in their heart language.
A distinctive in EEM’s operating model is its emphasis on collaboration with in-region partners and logistics that enable wide distribution. EEM describes publishing and printing Bibles and Bible-based materials and distributing them through partner organizations, with an added focus on printing locally where possible as part of its strategy. This model is designed to support reliable delivery while aligning distribution with on-the-ground ministry relationships.
EEM invites supporters to participate through prayer, giving, and ongoing engagement with the mission. For recurring support, EEM offers the Hope Line Community, a monthly donor community that supports continued Bible distribution. EEM also highlights focused initiatives such as Bibles for Kids and resource projects like Envisioning Truth 499, along with regular impact reporting and media updates to help supporters understand where and how materials are being shared.
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Independent Christian ChurchNEXT MangaNEXT Manga produces and distributes Bible-based manga books and booklets for readers, classrooms, ministry groups, and…NEXT Manga
NEXT Manga — Organization Profile NEXT Manga, also presented online as NEXTmanga, is a Christian media ministry that produces and distributes biblically based manga designed to communicate the story of God’s redemption through Japanese comic art. Its public materials describe…
NEXT Manga — Organization Profile NEXT Manga, also presented online as NEXTmanga, is a Christian media ministry that produces and distributes biblically based manga designed to communicate the story of God’s redemption through Japanese comic art. Its public materials describe the organization as “media for the next generation,” with a focus on making the Bible’s message accessible to manga readers through printed books, booklets, translations, and publishing partnerships. NEXT Manga is connected with Seattle, Washington, as its listed home base, while its production is identified with Japan. Its work reaches readers and ministry partners in multiple countries and language communities through translations and distribution projects. The organization lists NEXT manga books in languages including Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, Dutch, English, French,…
NEXT Manga — Organization Profile
NEXT Manga, also presented online as NEXTmanga, is a Christian media ministry that produces and distributes biblically based manga designed to communicate the story of God’s redemption through Japanese comic art. Its public materials describe the organization as “media for the next generation,” with a focus on making the Bible’s message accessible to manga readers through printed books, booklets, translations, and publishing partnerships.
NEXT Manga is connected with Seattle, Washington, as its listed home base, while its production is identified with Japan. Its work reaches readers and ministry partners in multiple countries and language communities through translations and distribution projects. The organization lists NEXT manga books in languages including Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, Khmer, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Tagalog, and more.
The ministry’s central publishing work is a six-book manga series that covers the Bible’s storyline from Genesis to Revelation. The books are Manga MUTINY, Manga MELECH, Manga MESSENGERS, Manga MESSIAH, Manga METAMORPHOSIS, and Manga MAJESTY. Together, these volumes present biblical narratives in a visual format intended for readers who may be more comfortable with graphic storytelling than with traditional Bible reading formats.
NEXT Manga also offers shorter, lower-cost booklet resources for ministry use. Its booklets include The Messiah and Manga Mission, which are described as shorter versions connected to Manga MESSIAH. These materials are designed for distribution, work groups, classroom settings, group discussion, and ministry projects. The organization notes that Manga Mission can be customized internally for ministry purposes when large projects require many copies.
Translation and publishing partnerships are a major part of NEXT Manga’s strategy. The organization works with partners including Bible societies, mission organizations, and publishers to make the books available in different languages and regions. Its website invites readers and ministry workers to ask about available translations and to request help finding specific language editions.
People can engage with NEXT Manga by ordering books or booklets, asking about translations, donating to support distribution, subscribing for updates, contacting the organization about ministry needs, or partnering in large-scale distribution projects. Its distinct contribution is using Japanese manga as a Bible-engagement and outreach tool for younger readers, classrooms, ministry groups, and global language communities.
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Independent Christian ChurchIberoamerican MinistriesIberoamerican Ministries plants churches, serves with compassion, trains leaders, and sends disciples through mission work in…Iberoamerican Ministries
Iberoamerican Ministries — Organization Profile Iberoamerican Ministries, also known as IAM, is a Christian mission organization based in Monroe, Washington. The organization describes itself with the words “Planting. Serving. Sending.” and works to see peoples, communities, and nations transformed by…
Iberoamerican Ministries — Organization Profile Iberoamerican Ministries, also known as IAM, is a Christian mission organization based in Monroe, Washington. The organization describes itself with the words “Planting. Serving. Sending.” and works to see peoples, communities, and nations transformed by Christ through global movements of Kingdom disciples. The organization’s core focus is planting churches, serving with compassion, and sending disciples through church planting, leadership training, education, children’s outreach, compassion projects, and missionary development. IAM states that its vision is to see peoples, communities, and nations transformed by Christ through global movements of Kingdom disciples, and its mission is “to plant churches, serve with compassion and send disciples.” Iberoamerican Ministries serves in South America, West Africa, the Middle East, and Europe,…
Iberoamerican Ministries — Organization Profile
Iberoamerican Ministries, also known as IAM, is a Christian mission organization based in Monroe, Washington. The organization describes itself with the words “Planting. Serving. Sending.” and works to see peoples, communities, and nations transformed by Christ through global movements of Kingdom disciples.
The organization’s core focus is planting churches, serving with compassion, and sending disciples through church planting, leadership training, education, children’s outreach, compassion projects, and missionary development. IAM states that its vision is to see peoples, communities, and nations transformed by Christ through global movements of Kingdom disciples, and its mission is “to plant churches, serve with compassion and send disciples.”
Iberoamerican Ministries serves in South America, West Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, with work publicly identified in Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Central America, Sierra Leone, Spain, Italy, and the Canary Islands. Its history began with missionaries arriving in Chile in 1977 and planting churches in Maipu, a community outside Santiago. IAM was founded as a nonprofit mission organization in 1992, and the work later expanded into Peru, Ecuador, southern Chile, the Middle East, Sierra Leone, and Europe.
The organization operates through church planting, discipleship, leadership development, compassion ministries, schools, tutoring programs, feeding programs, community centers, housing projects, clean water work, business-as-mission, and missionary sending. In Chile, IAM’s Maipu churches have grown into a network of churches led by national leaders and pastors. Its IAM Institute began in 1996 to train leaders, missionaries, and pastors in biblical studies and is active in Chile, Ecuador, and Peru.
A distinctive part of IAM’s work is developing local leaders and churches that can continue extending the kingdom work beyond their own communities. In Ecuador, IAM’s ministries include church plants, schools, children’s programs, and housing projects connected to earthquake response. In Sierra Leone, IAM’s work includes clean water through manual borehole wells, medical and food-related compassion work, and church planting in rural villages. In Central America, IAM also describes business-as-mission work in software, web services, specialty coffee, and nonprofit consulting.
People can engage with Iberoamerican Ministries by giving, praying, subscribing to updates, contacting the office, supporting missionaries or projects, and following its ministry news. Supporters can give online or by check, designate gifts for specific workers or projects, and stay connected through IAM’s newsletter, website, and social media channels.
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Independent Christian ChurchBe There MinistriesBe There Ministries serves vulnerable families, children, and women in Ethiopia through sponsorships, projects, partnerships, medical…Be There Ministries
Be There Ministries — Organization Profile Be There Ministries (BTM) is a Christian nonprofit ministry based in Amissville, Virginia. The organization’s stated mission is to be a Christ-centered ministry that assists vulnerable people by meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs…
Be There Ministries — Organization Profile Be There Ministries (BTM) is a Christian nonprofit ministry based in Amissville, Virginia. The organization’s stated mission is to be a Christ-centered ministry that assists vulnerable people by meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs through equipping youth, families, and Christian leaders. Its public materials summarize the ministry with the phrase “Equip. Grow. Serve.” and describe its work as a response to poverty, family instability, lack of education, medical needs, and spiritual needs. BTM’s primary geographic focus is Ethiopia, with public project and sponsorship pages describing work among families, children, women, and vulnerable communities there. ECFA identifies the organization’s ministry sectors as children, family, and missions, and its ministry types include international missions, children’s ministry,…
Be There Ministries — Organization Profile
Be There Ministries (BTM) is a Christian nonprofit ministry based in Amissville, Virginia. The organization’s stated mission is to be a Christ-centered ministry that assists vulnerable people by meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs through equipping youth, families, and Christian leaders. Its public materials summarize the ministry with the phrase “Equip. Grow. Serve.” and describe its work as a response to poverty, family instability, lack of education, medical needs, and spiritual needs.
BTM’s primary geographic focus is Ethiopia, with public project and sponsorship pages describing work among families, children, women, and vulnerable communities there. ECFA identifies the organization’s ministry sectors as children, family, and missions, and its ministry types include international missions, children’s ministry, children’s homes, child sponsorship, community development, family services, medical and health services, and orphan care. The organization also lists activity connected with Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, including work among street orphans and families in poverty.
The ministry operates through a combination of sponsorships, projects, partnerships, and direct giving opportunities. Its sponsorship program is designed to help families living in extreme poverty in Ethiopia by providing support for rent, food, and medical expenses. BTM also describes sponsorship as a way to help children continue education, assist families affected by generational poverty, and support women leaving exploitation. Public sponsorship listings include individual sponsorships as well as group-home needs.
BTM’s project work includes biblical counseling, budgeting help, self-sustaining business development, Christian education, medical care, temporary housing, Gospel proclamation, missional outreach, and church-building support. The organization states that its goal is to help families in ways that can affect their communities, not only immediate needs. Its partners page also describes work involving medical care, education, Christian counseling, and income-generation support through local partners.
People can engage with Be There Ministries by giving online, sponsoring a child or family, contributing to specific project funds, supporting trip participants, becoming a BTM Ambassador, purchasing through the gift catalog, or contacting the ministry directly. Donations can be made online, by text giving, or by mail. The organization also provides access to Form 990 information and is listed by ECFA as an accredited member organization.
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Church of ChristYork UniversityYork University (YorkU) is a private university in York, Nebraska affiliated with churches of Christ, offering…York University
York University — Organization Profile York University (YorkU) is a private, faith-based university located in York, Nebraska, and affiliated with the churches of Christ. Since 1956, the university has maintained this relationship, noting that a majority of trustees and all…
York University — Organization Profile York University (YorkU) is a private, faith-based university located in York, Nebraska, and affiliated with the churches of Christ. Since 1956, the university has maintained this relationship, noting that a majority of trustees and all senior administrators are active members of a church of Christ, while also stating that there has never been a membership requirement for students. The university frames its identity around Christ-centered education and a campus culture shaped by Christian commitments. YorkU describes its mission as transforming lives through Christ-centered education and equipping students for lifelong service to God, family, and society. That mission shows up in both academic pathways and campus life, with undergraduate study supported by faculty and student services,…
York University — Organization Profile
York University (YorkU) is a private, faith-based university located in York, Nebraska, and affiliated with the churches of Christ. Since 1956, the university has maintained this relationship, noting that a majority of trustees and all senior administrators are active members of a church of Christ, while also stating that there has never been a membership requirement for students. The university frames its identity around Christ-centered education and a campus culture shaped by Christian commitments.
YorkU describes its mission as transforming lives through Christ-centered education and equipping students for lifelong service to God, family, and society. That mission shows up in both academic pathways and campus life, with undergraduate study supported by faculty and student services, and with intentional spiritual formation opportunities woven into the broader experience of learning and community.
In addition to traditional academic programming, YorkU maintains a visible set of resources that serve churches and ministry leaders. Through its Church Relations efforts, the university prioritizes strengthening ties with congregations by offering ministry-facing resources. These include a ministry job posting board (Ministry Openings) and events such as the Equip Conference, designed for church leaders, as well as an emphasis on supporting congregational leadership and ministry staff.
YorkU also operates programs that connect faith, service, and community impact. The university highlights Soul Quest, a summer camp for middle school and high school students, and notes that it has been held annually since 1981. For students pursuing ministry-focused study, YorkU also describes a Church Internship Program connected to its Bible department, with internships required for Bible majors and additional opportunities available for other students through summer ministry programs.
Supporters can engage with YorkU in practical ways through giving and partnership. The university’s giving initiatives include ongoing projects such as the Second Chance Program connected to the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women and the Alumni Love Project, alongside broader support such as scholarships. Prospective students and families can connect with admissions to explore enrollment pathways, and churches can engage YorkU through events, resources, and ministry connections tied to the university’s churches of Christ relationships.
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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.
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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.
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Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation…
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation management, event coordination, social media scheduling, text and email automations, sermon management, church websites, and custom app development. Created to solve the real problems many ministers face with fragmented systems and rising software costs, Connect My Church offers an all-in-one platform designed specifically for ministry. Its flat-rate pricing, unlimited-user model, and integrated communication tools help churches stay focused on discipleship, outreach, and caring for people instead of juggling disconnected platforms. Beyond serving churches today, Connect My Church is also helping…
Connect My Church is a church software company built to help ministries simplify their technology, strengthen communication, and support long-term Kingdom impact. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Connect My Church provides reliable, affordable tools for churches, including donation management, event coordination, social media scheduling, text and email automations, sermon management, church websites, and custom app development.
Created to solve the real problems many ministers face with fragmented systems and rising software costs, Connect My Church offers an all-in-one platform designed specifically for ministry. Its flat-rate pricing, unlimited-user model, and integrated communication tools help churches stay focused on discipleship, outreach, and caring for people instead of juggling disconnected platforms.
Beyond serving churches today, Connect My Church is also helping fund the development of future ministry technology through its vision for Global Kingdom Impact Tools. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping churches, serving Christian leaders, and building practical tools that advance the mission of Jesus both locally and around the world.
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Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through…
Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through assessment, coaching, training, and practical support designed to help new churches take root and make a lasting difference in their communities. Stadia walks alongside leaders throughout the church planting journey. Its Discovery Center helps potential planters explore their calling and readiness, while startup services provide coaching, soul care, training, and project management resources. After launch, Stadia continues supporting leaders through personalized coaching, team development, and resources that strengthen church health and sustainability. This ongoing relationship helps planters prepare for both…
Stadia is a church planting organization that helps leaders start healthy churches that grow, multiply, and reach the next generation with the hope of Jesus. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Stadia serves church planters and established congregations through assessment, coaching, training, and practical support designed to help new churches take root and make a lasting difference in their communities.
Stadia walks alongside leaders throughout the church planting journey. Its Discovery Center helps potential planters explore their calling and readiness, while startup services provide coaching, soul care, training, and project management resources. After launch, Stadia continues supporting leaders through personalized coaching, team development, and resources that strengthen church health and sustainability. This ongoing relationship helps planters prepare for both the opportunities and responsibilities of leading a new congregation.
Since 2003, Stadia has helped start churches on five continents, with a particular concern for children and the next generation. It invites churches, individuals, and organizations to participate through partnership, generosity, and prayer. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, advancing disciple making, and helping more people encounter Jesus through the life and ministry of the local church.
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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…
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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. With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Great Lakes…
Great Lakes Christian College is a Christ-centered institution of higher education affiliated with Christian Churches/Churches of Christ, committed to preparing students to be faithful servant-leaders in the church and world. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Great Lakes Christian College serves students through biblically grounded education, spiritual formation, and practical leadership development designed to equip the next generation for Christian service and Kingdom impact.
Located in Lansing, Michigan, Great Lakes Christian College combines academic growth, spiritual maturity, and personal development in a close-knit Christian community. The college emphasizes Scripture-centered learning and ministry preparation, helping students grow in faith, develop leadership skills, and pursue their calling with conviction, humility, and purpose.
With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Great Lakes Christian College continues to strengthen churches and ministries by preparing graduates for leadership in congregational ministry, Christian service, and the wider world. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical truth, Christian higher education, and equipping believers to serve faithfully in their churches, communities, and vocations.
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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.
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.
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.
The Center for Church Leadership
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The…
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Center for Church Leadership serves pastors, church teams, and emerging leaders through cohort-based learning, healthy church resources, ministry training pathways, and tools designed to strengthen both leaders and congregations. Originally launched in Cincinnati and later continued through the Christian Church Leadership Foundation, this ministry has focused on equipping leaders for long-term faithfulness and effectiveness in the church. Its current work includes preaching cohorts, Healthy Church Co-Ops, ministry training, webinars, and leader-care initiatives that help churches build healthier systems, stronger teaching…
The Center for Church Leadership, now known as the Christian Church Leadership Network, is a ministry organization that helps ministers and churches thrive through leadership development, coaching, care, and practical ministry training. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, The Center for Church Leadership serves pastors, church teams, and emerging leaders through cohort-based learning, healthy church resources, ministry training pathways, and tools designed to strengthen both leaders and congregations.
Originally launched in Cincinnati and later continued through the Christian Church Leadership Foundation, this ministry has focused on equipping leaders for long-term faithfulness and effectiveness in the church. Its current work includes preaching cohorts, Healthy Church Co-Ops, ministry training, webinars, and leader-care initiatives that help churches build healthier systems, stronger teaching ministries, and more sustainable leadership cultures.
Through its commitment to church health, minister encouragement, and practical leadership support, The Center for Church Leadership has continued to serve the Restoration Movement with resources that help churches grow stronger from the inside out. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, strengthening congregations, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for the good of the church.
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.
Tyndale House Publishers
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s…
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s resources, and Christian content designed to equip believers, strengthen faith, and help readers engage the truth of Scripture in everyday life. Founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor, Tyndale has become one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. The organization publishes trusted nonfiction, fiction, Bible resources, and children’s materials, including products connected to the New Living Translation, with a long-standing emphasis on biblical faithfulness, accessibility, and spiritual encouragement for readers of all ages. Tyndale’s impact…
Tyndale House Publishers is a leading Christian publisher committed to opening God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can understand. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Tyndale serves the church through Bibles, books, devotionals, children’s resources, and Christian content designed to equip believers, strengthen faith, and help readers engage the truth of Scripture in everyday life.
Founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor, Tyndale has become one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. The organization publishes trusted nonfiction, fiction, Bible resources, and children’s materials, including products connected to the New Living Translation, with a long-standing emphasis on biblical faithfulness, accessibility, and spiritual encouragement for readers of all ages.
Tyndale’s impact also extends beyond publishing. Because its profits help support the broader ministry work of the Tyndale House Foundation, the organization’s work contributes to gospel-centered initiatives around the world. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical truth, Christian publishing, and resourcing the church with Christ-centered materials that inform, encourage, and inspire.
Ozark Christian College
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry…
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry preparation, and church-connected training shaped by a commitment to biblical authority and gospel-centered formation. With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Ozark Christian College serves future preachers, ministry leaders, missionaries, and church servants who want to faithfully lead and disciple others. The college combines academic study with hands-on ministry development, helping students grow in biblical knowledge, spiritual maturity, and real-world ministry effectiveness. Ozark Christian College also extends its impact through resources that serve churches beyond the classroom, including online learning…
Ozark Christian College is a biblical higher education institution in Joplin, Missouri, dedicated to training men and women for Christian service. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, Ozark Christian College equips students for ministry through undergraduate education, practical ministry preparation, and church-connected training shaped by a commitment to biblical authority and gospel-centered formation.
With deep roots in the Restoration Movement, Ozark Christian College serves future preachers, ministry leaders, missionaries, and church servants who want to faithfully lead and disciple others. The college combines academic study with hands-on ministry development, helping students grow in biblical knowledge, spiritual maturity, and real-world ministry effectiveness.
Ozark Christian College also extends its impact through resources that serve churches beyond the classroom, including online learning opportunities, leadership training, and graduate-level preparation through Lincoln Seminary at Ozark Christian College. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to equipping Christian leaders, strengthening the church, and advancing Christ-centered ministry for generations to come.
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works…
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works alongside missionaries, indigenous churches, and ministry partners to support sustainable healthcare projects, deliver medical supplies and equipment, and mobilize short-term mission teams that open doors for both physical healing and gospel witness. Founded in 1970 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, FAME is driven by a vision to be a global leader in evangelism through healthcare. Its ministry model emphasizes compassion, empowerment, sustainability, and partnership, helping local Christian leaders meet pressing health needs while strengthening long-term ministry effectiveness in their communities.…
Fellowship of Associates of Medical Evangelism (FAME) is a global medical missions organization that brings help and hope in the name of Christ to underserved and unreached people through medical evangelism. As a strategic partner of Christian Standard, FAME works alongside missionaries, indigenous churches, and ministry partners to support sustainable healthcare projects, deliver medical supplies and equipment, and mobilize short-term mission teams that open doors for both physical healing and gospel witness.
Founded in 1970 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, FAME is driven by a vision to be a global leader in evangelism through healthcare. Its ministry model emphasizes compassion, empowerment, sustainability, and partnership, helping local Christian leaders meet pressing health needs while strengthening long-term ministry effectiveness in their communities. Through clinics, medical resources, training, and strategic project support, FAME serves vulnerable people in practical ways that reflect the love of Christ.
FAME also invites churches, donors, volunteers, and ministry partners to take part in meaningful global mission through giving, medical supply donations, prayer, and short-term service opportunities. Its partnership with Christian Standard reflects a shared commitment to biblical mission, compassionate ministry, and advancing Christ-centered outreach that brings both spiritual hope and tangible care to communities around the world.
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.
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.
