Karlstadt Theological Seminary

Missions & evangelism

Reaching the Nations. Making Disciples. Transforming Communities.

At Karlstadt Theological Seminary, Missions and Evangelism are at the heart of God's mission to reconcile people, transform communities, and bring hope to the world. We equip students, pastors, missionaries, church leaders, educators, and volunteers to proclaim the Gospel with wisdom, compassion, cultural understanding, and practical service.

To prepare Christ-centered leaders who advance the Gospel locally, nationally, and globally through evangelism, discipleship, church planting, leadership development, and community transformation.

Our vision for missions & evangelism

A Global Movement Rooted in Local Faithfulness

Every believer is called. Every church is sent. Every nation matters.

Vibrant local churches

Empowered missionaries

Healthy church plants

Trained evangelists

Global mission partnerships

Cross-cultural engagement

Community transformation

Digital Gospel expansion

Leadership multiplication

Sustainable Kingdom impact

The Karlstadt Mission Strategy

Five Dimensions of Kingdom Impact

01

Evangelize

Sharing the Gospel with clarity, compassion, and cultural sensitivity.

02

Disciple

Helping people grow into mature followers of Christ.

03

Equip

Training leaders, pastors, evangelists, and missionaries.

04

Multiply

Supporting church planting and leadership development.

05

Transform

Serving communities through faith-inspired action.

World-Class Missionary Formation

The School of Missions & Evangelism prepares students for ministry in a rapidly changing world.

Available programs

  • Certificate in Evangelism
  • Diploma in Missions
  • Bachelor of Missiology
  • Master of Missions & Evangelism
  • Doctor of Missiology

Academic areas

  • Biblical theology of mission
  • Evangelism strategies
  • Church planting
  • Missiology
  • Cross-cultural ministry
  • Community development
  • Leadership for mission
  • Global Christianity
  • Apologetics
  • Intercultural communication
  • Digital evangelism
  • Humanitarian missions

Serving the Nations

Africa

Leadership development, church strengthening, theological education, and youth empowerment.

Europe

Church revitalization, apologetics, leadership development, and discipleship initiatives.

Asia

Community development, theological training, and leadership multiplication.

North America

Urban outreach, church partnership, digital evangelism, and leadership formation.

South America

Church planting, youth engagement, and leadership development.

Oceania

Mission collaboration, theological education, and indigenous partnerships.

Equipping Effective Gospel Communicators

Personal Evangelism

Learning to share faith naturally and confidently.

Community Evangelism

Building relationships that lead to transformation.

Campus Evangelism

Engaging students and young adults.

Digital Evangelism

Using technology and media for Gospel engagement.

Apologetics

Addressing questions about faith with grace and understanding.

Public Communication

Preaching and communicating effectively in diverse settings.

Establishing Healthy and Sustainable Churches

Karlstadt is committed to helping establish churches that become centers of worship, discipleship, education, leadership development, and community transformation.

  1. 1Community assessment
  2. 2Evangelistic engagement
  3. 3Discipleship development
  4. 4Leadership formation
  5. 5Church establishment
  6. 6Community integration
  7. 7Multiplication strategy

Raising a New Generation of Mission Leaders

  • Mission internships
  • Short-term mission teams
  • Long-term mission service
  • Cultural immersion programs
  • Community development projects
  • Leadership residencies
  • Mission research projects
  • Volunteer missions

Reaching the World Through Technology

The future of missions requires digital engagement.

Online discipleship

Gospel video content

Podcasts

Mobile learning

Live training programs

Virtual mission communities

Digital mission resources

Faith Demonstrated Through Service

Mission work extends beyond proclamation. It includes hunger relief, clean water access, education support, community development, family strengthening, youth empowerment, humanitarian response, and human dignity programs.

What Experience Has Taught Us

Relationships Matter More Than Programs

Sustainable mission work is built on trust and genuine relationships.

Local Leaders Are Essential

The most effective transformation occurs when local leaders take ownership.

Discipleship Produces Lasting Results

Conversion begins a journey. Discipleship sustains growth.

Partnership Multiplies Capacity

Churches achieve more when they cooperate.

Community Transformation Strengthens Gospel Witness

Practical service often opens doors for deeper spiritual engagement.

Leadership Training Creates Long-Term Impact

One well-equipped leader can influence generations.

Global Evangelism Fund

Support the advancement of the Gospel through missionary training, church planting, evangelism campaigns, leadership development, mission scholarships, community outreach, digital ministries, and humanitarian support.

Mission Partner

$50+

Church Planting Sponsor

$250+

Evangelism Champion

$1,000+

Global Impact Partner

$5,000+

Kingdom Legacy Partner

$25,000+

Vision 2035 Missions Targets

These targets articulate Karlstadt’s long-term aspiration for global mission engagement.

150

Nations engaged

10 Million

People reached through outreach

2,500

Church plants supported

50,000

Leaders trained

1 Million

Lives positively impacted

100,000

Youth empowered

500

Global partnerships

5 Million

Digital learners

The Gospel for Every Person. Hope for Every Community. Christ for Every Nation.

Karlstadt Theological Seminary exists to equip a generation of leaders, missionaries, evangelists, church planters, and disciples who will faithfully proclaim the Gospel, serve communities, develop leaders, and contribute to God's mission throughout the world.

Until every community has access to hope, every leader is equipped to serve, and every nation has the opportunity to hear the Gospel.