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We are sending this brief reminder to ensure the opportunity is not overlooked. This session is designed to help churches build thoughtful, sustainable international relationships marked by mutual encouragement, shared learning, and a deeper understanding of God’s work across cultures. Whether your church is exploring a new partnership or is currently engaged in an existing relationship, the training will provide practical guidance, helpful frameworks, and space to reflect on

Please view the video below to receive updates from Jamaican SDB Conference President Pastor Kevin Carter. When Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on October 28, it brought unprecedented devastation. The category 5 storm left widespread destruction across the western part of the island, damaging homes, destroying crops, and severely impacting communities. Seventh Day Baptist churches and families were among those deeply affected, with multiple church buildings damaged and many

What does it look like for the global Church to truly walk together? For many years, Seventh Day Baptists have experienced this through what was formerly known as the Sister Church Program. Today, that vision continues and grows through Global Partnerships. This program is designed to connect churches, conferences, and believers across cultures and countries for mutual encouragement, shared ministry, and spiritual growth. Global Partnerships allow churches to build meaningful

From September 2–17, a team representing the Seventh Day Baptist Missionary Society traveled to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to encourage local churches, provide leadership training, and assess ongoing ministry projects. The visit, led by Director of Mobilization and Projects, Rev. Garfield Miller, and Pastor Nestor Ntirugirimbabazi of Burundi, was the Society’s third trip to the DRC since 2017 and built upon years of partnership and growth. The team led two major l

We invite you to participate in our Monthly Fast on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. You may fast for the full day or for a portion of the day, and we will gather again on Zoom at 9:00 PM EST to close in united prayer.  Revival and Recovery March's day of prayer and fasting, led by the SDB Missionary Society, will focus on personal revival, church renewal, and the return of lost souls within the Seventh Day Baptist community. Based on Luke 19:10, the fast runs from sunrise to sunset

Our newsletter is available now! Highlights include: Greetings from the Chief Executive Director Annual Meeting Summary In Memoriam Prayer for Team in East Africa Resource Highlight God's Heart for Foreigners Donor Portal Update Weekly Prayer Meetings Click the image above to view the newsletter. Subscribe to the Newsletter If you're not receiving the newsletter, you can subscribe by going to our homepage at www.sdbmissions.org .

For the past four years, the Missionary Society has faithfully hosted weekly prayer sessions every Tuesday at 9:00 PM EST . These gatherings have been spiritually enriching, and we warmly invite all SDB members with a heart for prayer and missions to join us as we continue seeking God together. At our last Conference, the Interest Committee on Missions recommended incorporating fasting into our prayer rhythm. On February 24, 2026, we observed our first Monthly Missionary Soci

Thank you to everyone who participated in Missions Week! We saw strong engagement with the daily devotionals and were encouraged by the many who joined the Missions Symposium. If you missed any part of the week or would like to revisit the content, please click the image below to see the recording and resources. May the Lord continue to grow in us a deeper love for the nations and a faithful commitment to His mission around the world.

This year, we're hosting the  second annual Virtual Missions Symposium on Sabbath, February 28,   from 6–8 PM ET (5-7CT, 4-6MT, 3-5PT)!  The symposium will include four 30-minute sessions led by our directors and SDB church leaders from around the world, followed by a Q&A. Mark your calendar, and let your church know to attend! Session 1: World Partners in Missions Session 2: USA/Canada Churches in Missions Session 3: Security Concerns in Missions Session 4: Missions Opportun

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Our newsletter is available now! Highlights include: Greetings from the Director of Mobilization and Projects Monthly Fasting Added to Weekly Prayer Pray for Muslims During Ramadan Missions Week Updates Missionary Society Annual Meeting Details Donor Portal Updates Click the image above to view the newsletter. Subscribe to the Newsletter If you're not receiving the newsletter, you can subscribe by going to our homepage at www.sdbmissions.org .

Across the world today, millions of people live far from the place they once called home. War, conflict, persecution, economic hardship, and instability have forced families to migrate in search of safety and hope for their children. As global migration increases, communities everywhere are changing. New languages, cultures, and stories now live among us. In moments like these, it can be tempting to let political rhetoric, media narratives, or public opinion shape how we feel

The Missions Mobilization Network (MMN) is a collaborative global missions initiative that connects Seventh Day Baptist (SDB) Conferences around the world in shared responsibility for fulfilling the Great Commission. The vision of the MMN formally recognizes that missions are not carried by the SDB Missionary Society of USA & Canada alone; rather, each Conference is encouraged to engage a specific part of the global mission field, offering its unique gifts, leadership, and cu

We invite churches and individuals to participate in Missions Week 2026, taking place from February 22–28. This focused week offers a shared opportunity for worship, learning, and engagement with God’s global mission. Together, we will reflect on God’s heart for the nations and celebrate the many ways He works through His people around the world. Throughout the week, we will hear voices from across the global Seventh Day Baptist family, engage Scripture together, and consider

The application deadline for the 2026 Young Adult Guyana Short-Term Missions Trip is quickly approaching. If you are a young adult sensing a call to missions, or a pastor, parent, or church leader who knows someone ready to take the next step of faith, now is the time to act. Applications for this trip are due by January 31, 2026, and space is limited. From August 2-16, 2026 (tentative dates), a team of five to seven young adults ages 18 to 30 will travel to Guyana to serve a

One of the key ways SDB Missions continues to invest in training and equipping believers across North America is through the SDBU Missions Course. This fall, I taught SDBU 261 Introduction to Missions for the sixth time, and six students successfully completed the course and graduated in December! This course exists for one clear purpose: to help everyday Christians and local churches engage meaningfully in God’s mission right where they live. Rather than emphasizing passive

Our newsletter is available now! Highlights include: Greetings from the Director of Advancement and Operations Missions Mobilization Network Launch Partner Highlight - Portugal Fun Run Funding Update Missions Week 2026 Announced Jamaica Hurricane Relief Update Young Adult Missions Trip 2026 Annual Meeting Details Donor Portal Update Weekly Prayer Meetings Click the image above to view the newsletter. Subscribe to the Newsletter If you're not receiving the newsletter, you can

The application deadline for the 2026 Young Adult Guyana Short-Term Missions Trip is quickly approaching. If you are a young adult sensing a call to missions, or a pastor, parent, or church leader who knows someone ready to take the next step of faith, now is the time to act. Applications for this trip are due by January 31, 2026, and space is limited. From August 2-16, 2026 (tentative dates), a team of five to seven young adults ages 18 to 30 will travel to Guyana to serve a

Hurricane Melissa caused widespread devastation across Jamaica, deeply impacting Seventh Day Baptist churches, families, and surrounding communities. Since the storm struck on October 28, leaders in Jamaica and partners across the global Seventh Day Baptist community have continued relief, recovery, and rebuilding efforts. Collaboration between the SDB World Federation, Missionary Society, General Conference of USA/Canada, as well as other conferences, has provided some immed

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported SDB Missions through prayer, volunteering, and generous financial giving over the past year. Your faithfulness enables us to continue supporting the work of God’s kingdom around the world. We truly could not do this without you! Year-End Donation Summaries If you made a financial donation in 2025, your year-end donation summary will be emailed to the email address listed in our donor portal by January 31. If