Author: Pastor Ivo Pina – Project Coordinator in Europe
The missionary model for contemporary Europe is becoming closer to the early church standards: simple and relational communities centered on the Word. “Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes…” (Acts 2:46)
Cross-cultural mission requires more than large structures or programs. It relies on faithful presence, intentional relationships, and commitment to making disciples.
Understanding today’s mission context
The current missionary movement reveals a historical reversal filled with spiritual meaning: people who once received the gospel are now being sent to proclaim it to those who once preached it. “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” (John 20:21)
The Latin American church does not arrive in Europe as a spiritual colonizer, but as a servant of the Kingdom, collaborating with what God is already doing.
Religious prejudice once faced by the evangelical church in Latin America was not in vain. God used past hardship to shape a resilient church, faithful to the Scriptures and called to cross-cultural mission.
In the other hand, post-Christian Europe now represents one of the greatest missionary challenges of our time. And, by God’s grace, the Latin American church is among the most prepared to serve in this context, bringing the gospel with humility, faithfulness, and love. “How can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent?” (Romans 10:14-15)
May the church continue to discern the times and respond in obedience to the missionary call, until all nations know the glory of God.
A Call to Mission Mobilization
In light of this reality, The Task invites churches, leaders, brothers and sisters in Christ to join intentionally in mission mobilization. The calling is not the responsibility of a few, but a mission for the whole Body of Christ.
Some are sent to the field; others support, intercede, mobilize, and walk alongside – all fulfilling the Great Commission together. Europe is crying out for qualified workers ready to serve, and God continues to call His church to respond with obedience and faith.
May we become aware of present times and its needs and say “yes” to being sent, trusting that the Lord continues to raise up workers for His harvest (Matthew 9:37-38).
