Our Mission

To equip church leaders in hard places to transform their communities with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

We believe God is working through local churches around the world. Our calling is to help equip the leaders serving them.

Why Our Mission Matters Discover Foundations
Every Leader Equipped.
Every Church Transformed.
Every Community Engaged.
Why We Exist

God Works Through His Church.

Across the world, faithful pastors and church leaders are serving their communities, often without access to biblical training.

These leaders know their people. They speak their languages. They understand the challenges facing their communities. Many have a deep desire to study Scripture and grow in ministry, but traditional theological education is out of reach.

Distance, cost, limited resources, conflict, and language barriers can make formal education inaccessible.

Global Action comes alongside these leaders, helping them grow in biblical understanding, Christlike character, and practical ministry.

Local church leaders gathered in community
The Heart of Global Action

Our Mission, Explained by Dr. Liz Marvel.

Hear from Global Action’s Chief Mission Officer about the mission at the heart of our work.

Dr. Liz Marvel — Chief Mission Officer, Global Action

At the Heart of Our Mission

Foundations: Biblical Training Where It’s Needed Most.

Foundations is Global Action’s one-year biblical training program for local church leaders who are already serving but have limited access to theological education.

Through accessible, in-person training, leaders study Scripture, grow in their faith, strengthen their ministry skills, and learn alongside others serving in their communities.

Rather than asking leaders to leave their churches, families, and communities to receive training, Global Action brings education directly to them.

1 Year Of biblical and ministry training
9 Modules Rooted in Scripture and ministry practice
In Person Learning together in community
Local Leaders Equipped where they live and serve
Global Action biblical training
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Our Educational Philosophy

More Than Information. Training For Real Ministry.

Our goal is not simply to help leaders know more about the Bible. We want to help them grow in what they know, who they are, and how they serve.

Biblical

Scripture is central to everything we teach. Leaders grow in understanding God’s Word and communicating it faithfully.

Relational

Training takes place in community, creating opportunities for discussion, encouragement, mentoring, and accountability.

Contextual

Training is designed around the realities of local ministry, including language, culture, resources, and the needs of each community.

Inside Foundations

Equipping Leaders For The Work God Has Called Them To.

Through nine modules, students develop a stronger foundation in Scripture and practical ministry.

Understanding Scripture

Learning to interpret and understand the Bible faithfully.

Christian Theology

Developing a clearer understanding of essential Christian beliefs.

Teaching & Preaching

Growing in the ability to communicate God’s Word.

Discipleship

Helping others grow in their relationship with Christ.

Christian Leadership

Developing integrity, character, and practical leadership skills.

Community Transformation

Applying biblical truth through faithful service to the local community.

See The Foundations Curriculum
Why Foundations Matters

Equipping Leaders. Strengthening Churches.

Hear from Rich Griffith, Global Action’s Chief Development Officer.

Foundations is a central part of how Global Action fulfills its mission: making biblical training accessible to local church leaders serving in hard places.

When local leaders grow in biblical knowledge, character, and ministry practice, they are better prepared to disciple others and strengthen the churches they serve.

Watch Rich’s Video on YouTube
Beyond Foundations

A Pathway Toward Lasting Multiplication.

Foundations is the beginning of a broader vision for leadership development. Global Action is building a pathway that helps leaders continue growing and eventually equip others.

01 / FOUNDATIONS

Know

A one-year program helping leaders establish a strong foundation in Scripture, theology, and ministry practice.

02 / FORMATION

Be

Deeper competency-based development focused on Christlike character, mentoring, and practical ministry skills.

03 / FACILITATION

Do

Preparing mature leaders to teach, mentor, and help equip additional church leaders in their communities.

Recognizing Deeper Learning

Through selected Formation pathways, eligible students may pursue a Reforma certificate. This provides recognition of their learning while emphasizing character, competency, mentoring, and real ministry practice.

Where We Serve

Local Leadership. Global Reach.

Global Action works alongside regional teams and local ministry partners to make biblical training accessible in hard places.

Our ministry spans Africa, South Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe, with additional opportunities developing in other regions.

By investing in local leaders, developing instructors, and making training available in local languages, we seek to strengthen churches for generations to come.

Global Action leaders serving in their communities

Africa

Equipping leaders across diverse church and community contexts.

South Asia

Bringing biblical training closer to leaders serving in hard-to-reach communities.

Latin America

Supporting local churches through accessible leadership education.

Eastern Europe

Equipping leaders serving churches through uncertainty and changing circumstances.

Our Convictions

Rooted In Scripture. Committed To The Local Church.

Our mission is shaped by biblical convictions that guide how we teach, serve, and partner with churches around the world.

God’s Glory

We seek to glorify God in everything we do, making His name great, not our own.

The Authority of Scripture

We believe God’s Word is foundational for Christian faith, discipleship, and ministry.

The Local Church

We believe God works through His Church and that local leaders are essential to its health.

Accessible Training

We believe geography, financial limitations, and educational barriers should not prevent leaders from growing.

Whole-Leader Formation

We value biblical knowledge, Christlike character, and faithful ministry practice.

Multiplication

We invest in leaders who can disciple others, strengthen churches, and prepare future leaders.

Join The Mission

Every Leader Equipped.
Every Church Transformed.
Every Community Engaged.

Join Global Action in helping make biblical training accessible to church leaders who are faithfully serving in hard places.

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