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. 

Save the Date! WMI Conference and McClure Lecture Oct. 11-12, 2024

We are excited to announce that our 2024 WMI Conference will be held Oct. 11-12 with the theme “Mission in the Margins: Lessons and Practices from the Global Church.” As we’ve done for the last two conferences, this year we will again combine the conference with the annual McClure Lecture. Dr. Harvey Kwiyani, a Malawian missiologist and theologian, will be our keynote speaker and will also deliver the annual W. Don McClure Lecture on World Mission and Evangelism. He is currently the CEO of Global Connections, the UK Network for World Mission.

This year’s conference will also coincide with one of our Hybrid Gatherings, where all students taking hybrid classes will gather on campus for learning and community building.

Learn more and register!

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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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.