How can my church get involved in mission work?

Prayer is right at the heart of mission. One of the most important ways your church can get involved is by committing to pray regularly, for mission workers and for communities that have yet to hear the good news of Jesus.

Start by including mission in your Sunday services and prayer meetings. You could also set up prayer groups or organise events that focus on specific regions or individuals serving overseas. Regular updates help people pray more specifically and meaningfully.

Our website is a great place to begin. You’ll find a prayer guide to help you pray for different countries each day, along with inspiring stories from mission workers around the world. We’d love your church to join us in prayerful support of God’s global work.

Your church can play a powerful role by identifying and equipping people who feel called to cross-cultural ministry. This might be individuals or families who are ready to say “yes” to God’s leading.

Sending doesn’t end with a commissioning service. Mission workers need ongoing prayer, financial support, and emotional encouragement. Be intentional about staying in touch. Appoint someone to be a link between the church and each worker, and keep the whole congregation involved through updates, prayer letters, video chats and care packages.

When churches stay connected, mission workers don’t feel forgotten, they feel like they’re still part of the family.

We’d love to help your church discover what mission could look like in your context. SIM partners with churches around the world to support and send mission workers.

We offer flexible tools and guidance to suit your church’s unique vision and needs. With more than a century of global mission experience, we’re here to walk with you.

Get in touch with our team to start a conversation and explore the possibilities.