Missions Month 2026

Missions Month 2026
“Go – As the Father Sent Me” (John 20:21)

Missions Month is a focused season where our church slows down to remember that our God is a sending God. As the Father sent the Son, Jesus now sends His people into the world with the good news of the Gospel. During the month, we will explore what it means to live on mission in our neighborhoods, our city, and among the nations. Through worship, teaching, shared meals, and conversations with mission partners, we hope to encourage ordinary believers to see how God uses everyday faithfulness for His global purposes. Mission Month is not just a series of events, but an invitation to see our everyday lives through the lens of God’s mission. Whether across the street or across the world, God calls His people to bear witness to Christ with humility, love, and faithfulness.

FAQ’s:
Is there a cost to attend Missions Month events?
No. All Mission Month events and meals are free.

Who can attend Missions Month events?
Mission Month events are open to families, friends, and guests.

Do I need to attend every event to participate?
Not at all. We encourage everyone to participate in whatever events they are able to attend.

Will childcare be provided?
Childcare will be available for the March 22 Dinner and the March 29 events. Childcare requires a minimum of five children signed up, so families are encouraged to register early.

Futher questions? Reach out to Jerome Douglas, Director of Neighborhood Outreach & Missions.

Weekly Devotions:
Each week of Mission Month will include guided prayer, Scripture readings, and short devotional reflections to help shape our hearts toward God’s mission and keep us grounded in His Word.

Workshops & Gatherings:
Reaching Our Neighborhood Luncheon
A practical and inspiring session focused on local evangelism and building bridges within our community. Pastor Thabiti Anyabwile will speak from his experience helping churches engage their neighborhoods with Gospel intentionality, followed by a brief Q&A and table discussion.
When: February 28, 10:30 am-1:00pm
Where: Fellowship Hall
Sign up here.

Developing a Heart for God’s Mission Dinner
A warm and engaging evening with Dr. Karen Ellis as she helps stir our hearts for God’s global mission. Dr. Ellis will teach on how the Lord shapes ordinary believers into people who see the world through His eyes and live with everyday missional purpose.
When: March 22, 5:00-8:00pm
Where: Fellowship Hall
Sign up here.

Ministering to the Poor Luncheon
A thoughtful and practical workshop led by Joshua Tsavatewa exploring compassionate and holistic ministry to neighbors in need. This session will focus on the biblical foundation of God’s heart for the poor and offer tangible ways churches can practice mercy with wisdom, dignity, and love. A brief Q&A and table discussion will follow.
When: March 28, 10:30am-1:00pm
Where: Fellowship Hall
Sign up here.

Missions Moments (reach out to Jerome if you’d like to join for a lunch with our Missions Moments speakers following the 11:00am service).
March 1: Tre and Keke Adams – Thailand
March 8: Willis Bridges – Mission First
March 15: Hernando Saenz – Hispanic Ministries (Mission to North America)
March 22: Marcus Nobles – Reformed University Fellowship at Alabama A&M
March 29: Kelle Monogan – The Redeemer’s School

Missions Partners Visit Growth Groups
During Mission Month, each Community Group will host a local mission partner. These gatherings provide opportunities to learn more about God’s work in our city, ask questions, and pray together for our partners and neighbors.

Guest Speakers
March 1: Rev. Thabiti Anyabwile
Thabiti Anyabwile serves as a pastor at Anacostia River Church in the Washington DC area. He holds both a BS and MS in psychology from North Carolina State University. After spending several years as a practicing Muslim, Thabiti came to faith in Christ through the preaching of the Gospel in Washington DC. He is the author of several books, including The Life of God in the Soul of the Church, What Is a Healthy Church Member?, The Gospel for Muslims, and The Decline of African American Theology. Thabiti and his wife, Kristie, have three children.

March 22: Dr. Karen Ellis
Karen Ellis serves as Director of the Edmiston Center at Reformed Theological Seminary in Atlanta, where she teaches practical theology courses focused on Christian endurance amid cultural hostility. She holds master’s degrees from Yale University and Westminster Theological Seminary, as well as a PhD from the Oxford Centre for Mission Studies in Oxford, England. Since 2003, Karen has worked as an advocate for the global persecuted Church, raising awareness and promoting indigenous leadership in regions where Christianity is restricted or repressed. She is married to Dr. Carl F. Ellis Jr., Professor of Theology and Culture at Reformed Theological Seminary.

March 29: Rev. Joshua Tsavatewa
Joshua Tsavatewa is from the Hopi Tribe, Rabbit and Tobacco Clan, in Arizona. After graduating from Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi, Joshua first partnered with Sacred Road Ministries through their Summer Internship in 2009. He moved to the reservation in May 2010 to join the ministry full-time. Joshua initially served as Children’s Ministry Director while pursuing ordination and was ordained by the Pacific Northwest Presbytery in June 2019. He now serves as Head Pastor of Hope Fellowship Church, the church planted through Sacred Road Ministries, and oversees the logistics and operations of the congregation.