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MISSIONS
“Making Christ known
in Northwest Florida and “Beyond” is a vital part of the Mission Statement
of Myrtle Grove Baptist Church.”
Our Missions &
Ministry Statement reads:
In keeping with our Lord’s Command
(Matthew 28), our mission is to go and make disciples of all nations &
build a loving, encouraging fellowship of mature believers for the Glory
of God.
To accomplish that
Command - the Missions and Ministry Statement further explains: “The
church family of Myrtle Grove Baptist Church believes that God is alive
and victory is possible through Jesus Christ. We also believe in missions
and evangelism. At Myrtle Grove, our number one priority is reaching
people for Christ”.
CHURCH
- Our Church
emphasis on missions
begins by contributing to the Southern Baptist Cooperative Program. This
program designates the funds to both International and Home missionaries
and mission projects. Over 9000 missionaries are supported by these
resources. Every member is encouraged to participate in the privilege of
supporting missions by our giving.
INDIVIDUAL
- Additionally, the Church has organized seven (7) vital Mission
opportunities wherein an “individual or couple” may serve the Lord
with their time, talent, and resources. Anyone interested in serving or
inquiring about service with any of these Mission Teams are urged to call
or write the Team contact representative or speak with any of the Church
Pastors or Staff.
The Missions Team
and points of contact are as follows:
World Changers, Youth Camps &
Conferences, and Waterfront
Mission - our Minister to Youth and Students providesf counseling, guidance and coordination for these
Teams. Kenny can be reached at 455-7389
Health and Hope Medical Clinic of
Pensacola - Pensacola Bay Baptist Association
Living Proof Baptist Church of Williamsburg, Virginia, is the focus of our
North American Mission Group. Reverend Marco Smith, the Living Proof
Pastor, is from Pensacola, and calls Myrtle Grove Baptist his” home
church”. Contact
Dr Robert Smith
F.A.I.T.H.-
is a dynamic Mission Team that trains witnesses and seeks witness
opportunities throughout the year in the Western Pensacola area.
Angie Simmons
is our F.A.I.T.H Missions
point of contact
INDONESIA
- Our International Mission Team, which includes missionaries Dr.
Marvin and Linda Leech, is directing its attention to the Island nation of
Indonesia and particularly the Island of Java. Marvin and Linda Leech are
now members of Myrtle Grove Baptist Church and bring over 60 years of
missionary experience to this very important Mission Team. Contact
Barbara Thorsen, the Information and Prayer Network Coordinator, or Joe
Mahuron, the Point of Contact and Coordinator for the Indonesian
Mission Focus
All members are
cordially invited/urged to join and participate in the activities of two
major Ministry and Missions organization within the Church.
Women’s Missionary Union (WMU)
- For years this organization has kept the concept of missions alive and
active in our church. Contact either Barbara Thorsen or the WMU
Director, Kay Reed,
Men on Mission
– This
is a church-based, Southern Baptist adult
mission education organization for men ages 18 and up.
The
Director is Bob Taylor
A “Church Missions
Coordination Team” is being formed of participating representatives of
these seven mission endeavors, along with a representative of the Women’s
Missionary Union (WMU), and Men on Mission. The CMC Team will meet
quarterly, or as requested, in a prayerful effort to maximize the
effectiveness of our Missions endeavors.
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