Evangelism & Mission
Mission Statement
The Evangelism and Missions Department (EMD) of the Ghana Baptist Convention is committed to advancing the gospel of Jesus Christ by fostering evangelistic efforts both locally within Ghana and internationally. We aim to establish and nurture mission fields, support new church plants, and build a robust network of prayer and discipleship. Our mission is to mobilize, equip, and deploy individuals and churches to spread the gospel, cultivate spiritual growth, and transform lives through dedicated evangelism and mission work.
Local Evangelism
- Establishing and supporting mission fields across Ghana.
- Identifying priority areas for new Baptist churches and assigning necessary personnel.
- Coordinating evangelistic activities within various sectors and associations.
- Organizing annual National Prayer Conferences and establishing Association prayer teams.
International Evangelism
- Supervising international church-planting activities.
- Facilitating the admission of churches outside Ghana that wish to join the Convention.
- Handling disciplinary matters within international churches (excluding ministers).
- Liaising between the Convention and its international churches.
Ministries and Activities
Establishment and Support of Mission Fields:
The EMD identifies strategic locations across Ghana for the establishment of new mission fields. It provides ongoing support to these mission fields to ensure their growth and sustainability. Engages missionaries to work in these fields, focusing on church planting and evangelism.
The EMD currently oversees five mission fields: North Volta, Sefwi, Nzema, Navrongo, and Yendi. Each mission field is staffed with dedicated missionaries working to plant new Baptist churches. These missionaries engage with local communities, sharing the gospel and providing support for new converts.
EVANGELISM AND MISSIONS DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES
Coordination of Evangelistic Activities:
Works closely with Sectors, Associations, and Churches to coordinate evangelistic campaigns and outreach programs. Provides logistical and material support to enhance the effectiveness of these activities. Facilitates the sharing of best practices and resources among different sectors and associations.
Support for the Development of New Baptist Churches:
Explores new areas across the country for potential church plants. Supports the establishment of new Baptist churches by providing resources and training. Assists Churches, Associations, and Sectors in assigning personnel to newly planted churches to ensure proper guidance and growth.
Strategic Planning and Consultation:
Hosts the annual National Stakeholders Evangelism and Missions Consultation. This Consultation brings together key stakeholders to plan and strategize for the Convention’s evangelism and mission activities, ensuring alignment of efforts across Churches, Associations, and Sectors to maximize impact.
Capacity Building and Training:
Mobilizes, trains, and equips individuals across different demographic groups (youth, men, women, and children) for evangelism. Conducts regular training sessions and workshops to develop effective evangelism techniques. Facilitates the deployment of trained individuals to engage in evangelism activities at various levels.
Promotion of Auxiliary Evangelism Programs:
The EMD collaborates with various auxiliary groups, including youth, women, men, and children, to develop and promote targeted evangelism programs. These initiatives aim to engage and equip each group for effective ministry and outreach.
- Youth Programs: Collaborates with churches to develop and promote youth-focused evangelism and mission initiatives. Organizes programs like the Students Holiday Outreach Program (SHOP) to involve young people in mission work. It provides an avenue for mentorship and leadership training to cultivate the next generation of evangelists. The SHOP program instills a passion for missions among the youth and provides practical evangelism experience. It also supports the church planting activities of the Convention.
- Women’s Programs: Engages women in short-term mission trips, providing opportunities for them to participate in hands-on evangelism.
- Men’s Programs: Involves men in short-term mission engagements, focusing on outreach and community support.
- Children’s Programs: Develops age-appropriate evangelism programs to engage children in sharing the gospel.
Institutional Support and Development:
Partners with member churches to build Baptist schools that also serve as community churches. Ensures these institutions provide quality education while fostering spiritual growth and outreach. Supports churches in developing comprehensive Christian education and discipleship programs for all age groups.
Cinema Ministries:
The Convention operates cine vans in strategic locations across the country. These vans are equipped to show Christian films and other evangelistic content, aiding in soul-winning activities. The mobile cinema approach helps reach communities that might not have access to traditional church settings.
Jubilee Churches:
Jubilee Churches are those planted by the 50th Anniversary of the Convention, with the EMD supervising their growth and development. The EMD provides guidance and resources to these churches to ensure they thrive and effectively serve their communities. Regular assessments and support initiatives are carried out to address any challenges faced by these churches.
National Week of Fasting and Prayers:
This event marks the beginning of the year, setting a spiritual tone for the Convention’s activities. Churches across the Convention engage in a week of fasting and prayers to seek God’s face and intervention. It aims to unify the Convention in a collective act of worship and supplication.
National Prayer Conference:
The Department organizes biannual prayer conferences to deepen the spiritual foundation of the Convention. Prayer warriors and intercessors gather to pray for the Convention’s vision, leadership, and mission.
Missions Week Celebration:
Held in May, this celebration focuses on raising funds to support the Convention’s evangelism and mission activities. Churches and members participate in various events to promote awareness and gather resources. The funds raised are directed towards supporting mission fields, church planting, and other evangelistic efforts.
The Evangelism and Missions Department remains dedicated to driving the spiritual growth and expansion of the Ghana Baptist Convention through comprehensive evangelism efforts and strategic initiatives, both locally and internationally.
