World Mission Initiative

World Mission Initiative of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary is dedicated to developing mission vision, nurturing missionary vocations, and cultivating missional congregations by equipping mission leaders to engage faithfully and effectively in God’s intercultural mission. WMI offers opportunities and resources to serve congregations and students. WMI is part of the PTS Neighborhood Collaborative. 

Mission in the Margins: Lessons and Practices from the Global Church

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who contributed to the success of this year's WMI Conference, held on October 11-12. A special thanks goes to Dr. Harvey Kwiyani, a Malawian missiologist and theologian, for serving as our keynote speaker. We also appreciate the workshop leaders for their engaging sessions, the panelists for sharing their insights during the panel discussion, and the seminary community—including staff, faculty, and students—who supported us in various ways. Additionally, we would like to thank our sponsors for their financial support and all the attendees, both in person and online. 

Click here to watch the lecture by Dr. Kwiyani!

Opportunities for Mission Leader Formation  

For Everyone

• Certificate in Migrant Ministries – This six-month, online non-credit program forms a community of mission practice for U.S., Mexican, and Central American church members who seek the knowledge, skills, and support to accompany and advocate with migrants in their communities. 
• Graduate Certificate in Missional Leadership – Mission leader cohort, four mission courses, and on-campus retreat. To stay up to date on the launch of future cohorts, sign up for the WMI newsletter. 
• WMI Conference – Join us for our conference this year Mission in the Margins: Lessons and Practices from the Global Church.  
• McClure Lectures in World Mission and Evangelism – Don't miss this year's lecture by Dr. Harvey Kwiyani. 

For Current PTS Students

• Intercultural Learning Trip
• Valentour Fellowship for Intercultural Learning
• Global Internships

Tools to Lead Your Congregation in Mission

• Intercultural Proficiency Resource List - Suggested resources for developing intercultural proficiency 
• Freeing Congregational Mission
• 7 practical tools for congregational mission leaders

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  • December 2024 Includes a piece from our acting director about living in a liminal space, information about the upcoming J-Term trips, an update on the conference and lecture, and more.
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Support WMI

We appreciate your continued support through prayers and donations. Without you we would not be able to equip mission leaders for God's world. Donate here.