South American Call, a ministry directed by Joe Mercer, travels along the Amazon River to places that are only reached by boat. When a place called Palestine is mentioned, one automatically thinks of the Middle East. But, a South American Call team recently held a Congreso in the village of Palestine, Peru. A river of […]

To have known Lovell and his wife, Ginny, was to know missions inexplicably. They truly sought to win the world during their lifetimes. The couple lived, moved, breathed, thought, and exemplified missions 24-7. A statement was once made that states: “If one is called to be a missionary, do not stoop to be a king.” […]

Lee University recently wrapped up Dee Lavender Missions Week, held this year on October 1-5. Each year, Lee partners with Church of God World Missions in raising money and awareness for a specific missions project. This year’s theme, in honor of the university’s centennial year, was Going Home. Funds were raised for the Smoky Mountain […]

A highly intelligent, yet soft-spoken individual, J. Herbert Walker, Jr. was one of the most memorable directors of World Missions. His calming presence and confidence in its employees made for an effective ministry, both at home and abroad. A native of Cleveland, Tennessee, Herb’s father served as president of BTS and Lee College and as […]

Ron Hepperly, regional superintendent of Southeast Asia Region, is also director of RIO Missions. Its vision and mission are “to go boldly in Christ where no one dares, to shine His light, to share His name, to meet the need, to help, to feed, to reach this world ‘til Kingdom come.” RIO Missions has experienced […]

The local church can have a great impact on global missions through prayer, involvement, and financial support. Local churches must be willing to intercede in prayer and involve themselves through missions projects. Of major importance is the funding needed to spread the Gospel in unreached areas of the world, especially where there is resistance to […]

South American Call, headed by Joe Mercer, continues to experience powerful and anointed services along the Amazon. Recently, the team ministered in Canaan, Peru, where 620 people attended from 32 villages. It was the largest crusade ever for South American Call. Services were held every day except Saturday. In spite of the heat and humidity, […]