Our commitment to Christ’s global mandate is enshrined in our mission statement that we exist to make disciples of many peoples

The Scriptures make it very clear that God is always concerned about people from every nation in the world. Jesus commissioned his first followers to take the message of forgiveness of sins in His name to all nations. Our commitment to Christ’s global mandate is enshrined in our mission statement that we exist to make disciples of many peoples (a word that refers to every culturally and linguistically unique group in the world). We accomplish this mission in several ways:

• All weekend worship services focus on the world for one month of every year in February. International workers, both those who have been sent out from and by our church (about 25 family units) and others share their heart and mind to inspire each one of us to either go as international workers or partner with them by praying for them; giving generously towards their support; and by continually refreshing and encouraging them through meaningful relationships with them, when they are here and on the field.

• In addition, we feature our international workers in many weekend services throughout the year whenever they are home. We also have a steady stream of individuals who participate in short- term missions. We send them out with our prayers and hear from them when they return. This helps maintain our vision from one February to the next.

• To facilitate the planning and administration of this effort, we have a standing missions committee that meets monthly throughout the year.