Missions
Disciple-Making Outside Our Walls
From our neighborhood to the other side of the world, we want Christ to be treasured.
Where We Make Disciples
The desire to make disciples of all nations runs deep into the heart of Sylvania Church. In an effort to mimic the commission Jesus gave in Acts 1:8, Sylvania Church is actively engaged in missions efforts locally, regionally, nationally, and globally. Interested in partnering with us to make disciples? Talk with us.
Locally
Local missions at Sylvania includes an array of efforts right here in our own community.
Regionally
We’re involved in regional disciple-making outside the city of Tyler.
Nationally
Explore our national missions efforts, which range from church-planting support to mission trips.
Globally
Every year, a number of Sylvania members engage in global missions efforts that range from pastor & worship leader training to evangelism & service ministry.
Local Missions
Some of the ministries with which we’re engaged here in Tyler.
Encouragement Media Group
89.5 KVNE and 91.3 Lift Worship are award-winning Christian radio stations in East Texas.
Food Pantry
The Sylvania Church food pantry in Tyler, TX, provides food for those in need
Reformed University Fellowship (RUF)
RUF is a theologically rich college ministry that seeks to make disciples at TJC and UT Tyler.
Smith County Baptist Association
The Smith County Baptist Association is comprised of churches that affirm the 2000 Baptist Faith & Message.
Regional Missions
Some of the ministries with which we’re engaged just outside of Tyler.
Living Alternatives
Living Alternatives is a pro-life ministry that encourages adoption as an alternative to abortion.
SBTC Cooperative Program
Through our affiliation with the SBTC, we support seminaries, orphans, and more.
National Missions
Some of the ministries with which we’re engaged across the country.
SBTC Cooperative Program
Through our affiliation with the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention, we support national missions efforts.
Missions-Focused Summer Camp
Every year, our junior high & high school students participate in missions efforts that include both serving & evangelism.
Global Missions
Some of the ministries with which we’re engaged around the world.
Asian Partners
Asian Partners trains and plants churches in Asia, with a specific focus on reaching the people of India.
Bible Training Centre for Pastors
Bible Training Centre for Pastors produces the material used for training in foreign countries
Effects of Grace
Effects of Grace equips and encourages foreign pastors.
Jesus Film Project (Cru)
The Jesus Film is used to share the gospel in extensive national and international settings.
Middle East Ministry
Aid and support to the persecuted church in the Middle East (name and details unprinted for security purposes).
New Harvest Missions
New Harvest Missions International provides plants churches, makes disciples, and provides medical care in Muslim West Africa.
Samaritan's Purse
Through Operation Christmas Child, Samaritan’s Purse gives the gospel and Christmas gifts to children in need.
Smith County Baptist Association
The Smith County Baptist Association is comprised of churches that affirm the 2000 Baptist Faith & Message.
To Every Tribe
To Every Tribe plants churches among unreached peoples.
Mesa Global
Mesa Global plants church and gives Sylvania on-the-field access to dozens of countries around the world.
Want to Partner With Us? Let’s Talk.
The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few, so get in touch if you’d like to help.
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