Supporting Missions

Alta Vista Baptist Church takes seriously the command of Christ to “make disciples of all nations”. Reaching beyond the confines of our own church, our missions outreach is vitally important and an integral segment of our overall ministry. We are a people deeply interested in sharing the Gospel with those who have never heard it. We are committed to sharing our faith with all peoples here and in other nations.

The Missions Committee shapes missions policy, establishes support levels, assists in educating the congregation, and helps the church to maintain contact with those who represent us throughout the world. Most of our missionaries stay connected through the Internet. The Alta Vista Missionaries and the Missions Committee communicate frequently, allowing a comfortable exchange of information, support, and fellowship.

Our worldwide outreach is in association with the Foreign Missions Board of the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in Canada, and we are represented in major ministries in Asia, Europe, South America and right next door in French-speaking Quebec. Dozens of missionaries are supported financially and in prayer, and many are included directly in our church’s budget.

Over the years, several Alta Vista Baptist members have gone into Christian service, both in Canada and abroad. We believe that local churches are the means that God is using for the recruitment, training and supporting of missions “in all nations”.