A practical, historical course on the world-wide work of the Presbyterian Church in America, designed to train leaders for mission-based ministry.
This book presents a course of missionary study drawn from real church practice. It explains how a church mission program can be organized, taught, and carried out with clarity and purpose. The text combines background history with concrete steps for training members, coordinating committees, and engaging both home and foreign missions.
Readers will find discussion of how mission work has evolved, the role of church officers, and the goals of a united, church-wide effort. It emphasizes action, teamwork, and scalable processes that any congregation can adopt to strengthen its outreach and service.
- Overview of the mission motive and historical development of Presbyterian outreach in the United States
- Guidance on organizing a church Missionary Committee and coordinating with presbyteries
- Strategies for educating members, sustaining giving, and mobilizing lay leadership
- Examples of programs and movements that connect home and foreign missions for a unified effort
Ideal for readers involved in church administration, mission education, or anyone seeking practical paths to active, world‑oriented ministry.