The Church of God World Missions Board met recently in what has been described as one of the “most exciting and informative” meetings of this group of missions-minded leaders.
World Missions Director Timothy Hill, along with Assistant Director John D. Childers, in their on-going efforts to emphasize the global focus of the Church of God, held a joint session with the World Missions Board members and the newly-established FIND Coalition during the Monday meeting. FIND, working under the FINISH Challenge banner and led by Ken Anderson, the Coordinator of Unreached People Groups for Church of God World Missions, is tasked with finding and engaging unreached people groups, targeting primarily those in the 10/40 Window. General Overseer Dr. Mark Williams, World Missions Director Dr. Tim Hill, and UPG Coordinator Ken Anderson inspired the World Missions Board members and the group of more than 60 pastors and leaders who gathered to participate in the inaugural meeting. The powerful session ended in prayer for the world harvest and for those who have never had an opportunity to hear the gospel preached.
[1]World Missions Director Tim Hill, far right, addresses a joint session between the World Missions Board and the FIND Coalition (click on photo to enlarge).
Another highlight of the meeting was the announcement that the giving to Marcelly’s Dream has exceeded $2,000,000 in donations. These funds represent Bibles, medical care, clean water and wells, buildings and renovations, education, and missionary care throughout the world. It has also enabled World Missions to continue assisting with funding for partner organizations: Men and Women of Action, People for Care and Learning, Volunteers in Medical Missions (VIMM), and Editorial Evangelica.
In addition, the World Missions Board voted unanimously to commend Director Tim Hill and Assistant Director John Childers with the following:
Resolution of Recognition
World Missions Board of Directors
April 14, 2015
During the past five years, the Church of God has experienced the Reallocation of Funds in accordance to actions by the International General Assembly. World Missions addressed the reallocation with strategic direction and implementation focused upon the integrity of its mission and vision.
The World Mission Board of Directors affirms the executive leadership of Dr. Tim Hill, Director; Dr. John D. Childers, Assistant Director; and the World Missions team for their commitment to fiduciary responsibility and untiring efforts to forge effective ministry around the world.
Further, the Board of Directors asserts the authentic dedication of Church of God missionaries, and commends them for their sacrificial servant leadership and devotion to the Great Commission.
In conclusion, we proclaim profound gratitude to Almighty God for His divine presence and power to Church of God World Missions through challenging times with ministry at the speed of divine favor.
In summary, this World Missions Board Meeting has been characterized as a “landmark” event mobilizing the FIND Coalition, affirming World Missions ministry partnerships around the world, and demonstrating passionate commitment to the FINISH Challenge.