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Every year, the SDB Conference Fun Run gives us an opportunity to move together for a greater purpose. We run, walk, skip, and cheer each other on, knowing that every lap completed and every dollar raised helps advance ministry around the world. This year’s Fun Run supports Mission Win One, a global evangelism and discipleship initiative developed by the Seventh Day Baptist World Federation Evangelism & Discipleship Committee. While the Fun Run may last only 30 minutes, the i

An initiative of the Missionary Society, the SDB African Leaders Alliance is a united community of leaders committed to uplifting one another, sharing wisdom, and advancing God’s purpose together. It exists to strengthen collaboration among Seventh Day Baptist leaders across Africa through mutual encouragement, shared learning, and coordinated mission engagement, fostering gospel advancement and healthy church growth across the continent. While an initial proposal envisioned

We invite you to participate in our Monthly Fast on Tuesday, May 26, 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. Mission Win One This month’s focus is Mission Win One. As we fast together, we are praying for neighbors, friends, family members, and communities who do not yet know Christ. We are also lifting up the global Seventh Day Baptist family as it participates in the World Fe

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As the East Africa ministry trip continued, the team traveled through Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Egypt, encouraging churches, training leaders, and supporting growing ministries in each region. Pastor Fred Maduka returned to Malawi, and Pastor Mading Bol joined Danny and Danita Lee, along with Pastor Garfield Miller, for visits to Ethiopia and South Sudan. The groups that were visited in Ethiopia and South Sudan are deeply connected through Nuer refugee communities that span

This spring, Danny and Danita Lee spent nearly two months serving across East Africa alongside several ministry partners. The first portion of their trip took place in Uganda, where they were joined by Pastor Fred Maduka of Malawi for much of their stay. Pastor Garfield Miller also joined the team during the final week in Uganda. Together, they focused on evangelism, leadership development, and the encouragement of local churches. Encouraging Churches and Leaders During their

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

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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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