The Good News of Jesus Christ is to be shared with the whole world. As disciples of Jesus Christ, each of us in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is sent into the world to join God's mission. As individuals and as a church, we are called to be faithful in this discipleship. Our mission is centered in the triune God. Our mission is God-called, Christ-centered and Spirit-led. Our mission is both proclamation and service; it is the reason the church exists.

The blind see, the lame walk, hope is renewed, and faith is claimed and proclaimed by God's grace. A multitude who proclaim Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior name a Presbyterian from the United States as the one who first brought the Good News of Jesus Christ to them, their family, or their people. Whole communities are lifted out of poverty or brought back from catastrophic destruction because Presbyterians provide a witness to Christ that extends beyond measure.

We continue to pray and listen for God's guidance for mission to the whole world. The twenty-first century brings new challenges that arise from changes in the world, in the church, and in our denomination. Our renewed call from God is to face the challenges of witnessing and evangelizing worldwide, equipping the church for transforming mission, engaging in ministries of reconciliation, justice, healing and grace, and living the Good News of Jesus Christ in community with people who are poor. At the same time, further distinctive historic commitments shape the engagement and involvement of Presbyterians in mission as we rise to new challenges. These continuing commitments include joining in partnership, working ecumenically, developing leaders, connecting mission near and far, and sharing people and resources.

The Challenges We Face