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Missions
Listed below are missions and ministries our church partners with through prayer and service, and/or through financial support as funds are made available. Click on the title of the ministry to access the website for that ministry.
We also partner with and are members of the Great Lakes District of the Evangelical Free Church of America, whose mission is to glorify God by multiplying transformational churches among all people. |
International Missions
Jared & Betsy in Mexico City
Jared & Betsy Anderson ● Reach Global (EFCA)
Jared & Betsy serve in their local church, Comunidad Cristiana Roma, and also with Casa Tochan. This is a refuge for immigrants from all over the world that are arriving to Mexico City. Most are seeking asylum because of violent situations in their home countries. Jared also works with Reach Global in partnership with a mission immersion program called Avance.
ProMETA
Keith & Judy Anderson ● Reach Global (EFCA)
LATN is a premier international education program that provides quality and accessible graduate level training for Christian leaders in the Spanish speaking world through its partnership with ProMETA. See also the Latin America Training Network.
The Well Bangkok
Jim & Judy Larson ● Bangkok, Thailand
The Well (a mission of Servantworks) aims to foster holistic transformation for high-risk people and communities in Bangkok, Thailand. It is also a working model for serving others in the way of Jesus. We seek to help people exit abusive and exploitative situations ... and ... to develop healthy communities where abuse and exploitation won’t thrive.
The Voice of the Martyrs (Canada)
Countless Christians around the world are persecuted for their faith in Jesus Christ. The Voice of the Martyrs Canada stands alongside persecuted brothers and sisters worldwide. We help Christians who are, or have been, persecuted for their involvement in spreading the gospel; we love and support believers who are willing to invite their fellow men, even their persecutors, to Jesus Christ; and we encourage persecuted Christians by giving their testimony a voice, informing Christians in Canada to know how to help. Join us in raising awareness of and reaching out to the persecuted Church! Note: to access their weekly prayer alerts go to the VOM Archives webpage or sign up for their weekly emails @ persecution prayer alert. See also IDOP 2024 (the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church) and the World Watch List 2024 put out by Open Doors (a ministry similar to VOM).
National & Local Missions
The Bridge (Round Lake, IL)
Enriching the relational, educational, physical, vocational, & spiritual development of youth & young adults in Round Lake (IL); Empowering them with a love for learning & the resources for an abundant life; & Equipping them to become mature mentors & leaders who faithfully serve their families, schools, churches, and communities (a mission of Lake Region Bible Church).
Child Evangelism Fellowship (Grayslake, IL)
Gail Williams ● Northeast IL
CEF's goal is to reach boys and girls with the gospel of Jesus Christ, disciple them in the Word of God, and establish them in a local church. Founded 67 years ago, there are chapters in every state in the U.S. and in 152 foreign countries.
Emmaus (Chicago, IL)
A Christian non-profit working to prevent exploitation and empower male survivors of the sex trade to rebuild their lives.
Evangelical Free Church of America (USA)
Our church is part of the EFCA, which exists to glorify God by multiplying transformational churches among all people. We are also part of the Great Lakes District of the EFCA.
Informed Choices (Grayslake, IL)
Committed to providing women and men with up-to-date information in order to make informed choices about pregnancy, sexual health and relationships. They believe everyone should have access to this information; all services are free of charge. Here is their 2024 Baby Bottle Campaign fundraiser video: Charli's Story.
Trinity International University (Deerfield, IL)
Trinity International University (TIU) is a Christian university affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of America with campuses in California and Illinois. TIU exists to serve a distinct purpose and provide a unique experience. One mission unites us: to “educate men and women to engage in God’s redemptive work in the world."
YMEN (Chicago, IL)
Young Men's Education Network
To prepare young men and women in North Lawndale for mature Christian leadership, academic excellence, and outstanding service to others. YMEN offers academic support and college preparation, a network of mentors for social and spiritual growth, youth leadership training and opportunities for service, activities to foster family and community involvement, and trips to expand cultural and personal awareness.
Jared & Betsy in Mexico City
Jared & Betsy Anderson ● Reach Global (EFCA)
Jared & Betsy serve in their local church, Comunidad Cristiana Roma, and also with Casa Tochan. This is a refuge for immigrants from all over the world that are arriving to Mexico City. Most are seeking asylum because of violent situations in their home countries. Jared also works with Reach Global in partnership with a mission immersion program called Avance.
ProMETA
Keith & Judy Anderson ● Reach Global (EFCA)
LATN is a premier international education program that provides quality and accessible graduate level training for Christian leaders in the Spanish speaking world through its partnership with ProMETA. See also the Latin America Training Network.
The Well Bangkok
Jim & Judy Larson ● Bangkok, Thailand
The Well (a mission of Servantworks) aims to foster holistic transformation for high-risk people and communities in Bangkok, Thailand. It is also a working model for serving others in the way of Jesus. We seek to help people exit abusive and exploitative situations ... and ... to develop healthy communities where abuse and exploitation won’t thrive.
The Voice of the Martyrs (Canada)
Countless Christians around the world are persecuted for their faith in Jesus Christ. The Voice of the Martyrs Canada stands alongside persecuted brothers and sisters worldwide. We help Christians who are, or have been, persecuted for their involvement in spreading the gospel; we love and support believers who are willing to invite their fellow men, even their persecutors, to Jesus Christ; and we encourage persecuted Christians by giving their testimony a voice, informing Christians in Canada to know how to help. Join us in raising awareness of and reaching out to the persecuted Church! Note: to access their weekly prayer alerts go to the VOM Archives webpage or sign up for their weekly emails @ persecution prayer alert. See also IDOP 2024 (the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church) and the World Watch List 2024 put out by Open Doors (a ministry similar to VOM).
National & Local Missions
The Bridge (Round Lake, IL)
Enriching the relational, educational, physical, vocational, & spiritual development of youth & young adults in Round Lake (IL); Empowering them with a love for learning & the resources for an abundant life; & Equipping them to become mature mentors & leaders who faithfully serve their families, schools, churches, and communities (a mission of Lake Region Bible Church).
Child Evangelism Fellowship (Grayslake, IL)
Gail Williams ● Northeast IL
CEF's goal is to reach boys and girls with the gospel of Jesus Christ, disciple them in the Word of God, and establish them in a local church. Founded 67 years ago, there are chapters in every state in the U.S. and in 152 foreign countries.
Emmaus (Chicago, IL)
A Christian non-profit working to prevent exploitation and empower male survivors of the sex trade to rebuild their lives.
Evangelical Free Church of America (USA)
Our church is part of the EFCA, which exists to glorify God by multiplying transformational churches among all people. We are also part of the Great Lakes District of the EFCA.
Informed Choices (Grayslake, IL)
Committed to providing women and men with up-to-date information in order to make informed choices about pregnancy, sexual health and relationships. They believe everyone should have access to this information; all services are free of charge. Here is their 2024 Baby Bottle Campaign fundraiser video: Charli's Story.
Trinity International University (Deerfield, IL)
Trinity International University (TIU) is a Christian university affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of America with campuses in California and Illinois. TIU exists to serve a distinct purpose and provide a unique experience. One mission unites us: to “educate men and women to engage in God’s redemptive work in the world."
YMEN (Chicago, IL)
Young Men's Education Network
To prepare young men and women in North Lawndale for mature Christian leadership, academic excellence, and outstanding service to others. YMEN offers academic support and college preparation, a network of mentors for social and spiritual growth, youth leadership training and opportunities for service, activities to foster family and community involvement, and trips to expand cultural and personal awareness.
