Church Involvement

A missions-minded church isn’t just about local outreach—it’s about embracing the global call to spread the gospel. From supporting missionaries to creating a culture of mission in everyday life, discover what makes a church truly committed to the Great Commission and the powerful impact it can have on communities around the world.

For generations, American missionaries have brought the gospel, education, and humanitarian aid to communities in need, often transforming lives in powerful ways. Yet, in many cases, these well-intentioned efforts have inadvertently fostered long-term dependency rather than sustainable growth. Instead of equipping local churches and leaders to thrive independently, missions have too often created a system where foreign funding and governance are necessary for survival. We explore the unintended consequences of the “missionary welfare state” and calls for a radical shift in how missions are done—one that prioritizes local leadership, financial self-sufficiency, and true empowerment over perpetual aid.

How do you get and keep people on mission? If only it were as easy as telling them, “Let’s Go!” While it’s not quite that simple, Calvert Grace in Owings, Maryland uses that verbiage as the name of their annual outreach conference.

Discover practical ways for everyday believers to get involved in missions—through prayer, local outreach, and supporting missionaries worldwide.

Essential traits for missionaries that pastors are looking for.