“Go and Make Disciples”
Before ascending, Jesus said to his disciples, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” (John 8:1)
We support local missions as well as expanding our giving to places farther away. We support church planting in Oregon, a Bible college in Idaho (to train new pastors), schools and orphanages in Zimbabwe, and new churches in Japan. Historically, our church has “tithed” from the General Fund to support missions. In recent years, we have increased the percentage of giving to 12.5%. In 2023, we were able to donate over $52,000 to missions.
In addition to supporting these organizations on a regular basis, we also contribute to other events such as the annual Operation Christmas Child program. We have also supported some special projects on an "as needed" basis.
For more information about the individual missions we support, click the link listed to access their website.
Coast Pregnancy Clinic
The staff at the Clinic desires that every woman–and every couple–facing pregnancy will be informed and have all the information they need to make the best decision for them. The staff operates from a holistic model meaning that they are concerned about physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. As a non-profit, faith-based organization, they are committed to serving clients of all faiths and walks of life without prejudice or judgment. They are staffed by medical professionals and client advocates. The volunteer Medical Director is a licensed physician certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is qualified to confirm a viable intrauterine pregnancy. Because of generous community support, they are able to provide all services at no charge to clients. They do not receive any government funding for their operations.
Boise Bible College
Boise Bible College develops well-equipped leaders for the Lord's church who maintain a servant's heart, live with integrity, and hold a Biblical worldview as they serve the church. The college excels in preparing Christian leaders for all levels of church ministry and is an extension ministry of the local church as they equip individuals for a lifetime of Christian service. Their goal is for students to remain free from debt so they can be free to serve. Our partnership, prayers, and gifts help them accomplish this mission.
Mustard Seed Network
Their Mission:
To glorify God by making disciples through planting gospel-centered churches in urban Japan.
Their Vision:
To see the cities of Japan saturated with and impacted by gospel-centered churches that further the global cause of Jesus Christ.
What they do:
- Recruit and train church planters
- Catalyze church plants
- Support church planters and church plants
Oregon Christian Evangelical Fellowship (OCEF)
The OCEF Church Planters is a non-profit organization that exists to establish new churches after the New Testament pattern (to be simply Jesus), to strengthen weaker churches, and to deepen the commitment of all churches.
Hippo Valley Christian Mission
Their activities occur in Zimbabwe and surrounding countries. They have an office in the United States. Their goal is to offer holistic ministry that touches the body, the mind, and the soul.
- Church Planting/Discipleship
- Preacher Training/Discipleship
- Christian Education
- Children's Homes
- Medical
Hippo Valley Christian Mission also has an orphanage called Chiredzi Christian Children’s Village with dozens of kids being supported. This also includes a Halfway House for orphans age 18 and over who are still completing school or serving job apprenticeships.
Jesu Ministries 2 Zim
JM2Z's Mission is to provide a system of support services that benefit women and children by meeting their emotional, physical, and spiritual needs--which in turn creates a self-sustaining community. Therefore, JM2Z strives to meet the basic needs of these people to earn the right to speak about the saving grace of Christ and the everlasting love of God. The ministry is based in Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe, and ministers in the high-density area in town, which would be considered low-income housing (ranging from a two-bedroom house to a one-room structure, having no electricity, running water, or indoor bathroom facilities).
Operation Christmas Child
In the fall, we begin collecting donations to fill shoeboxes full of toys, hygiene items, clothing, and school supplies to send around the world through this project sponsored by Samaritan's Purse.