The Center for U. S. Missions is a partnership between The Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS) World Mission, Concordia University Irvine, and the North American Mission Executives of the LCMS. It provides research and training for mission work among unevangelized people in the United States. We are Christ-centered, mission-driven and service-oriented.
The Purpose of the Center for U.S. Missions
- Offer training that is biblical, practical, and focused on the New Testament model of churches planting missions.
- Perform research that will provide better information and tools for the proclamation of the Gospel and planting of missions that will result in new church plants.
- Forward the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the ethnic, cultural, and generational diverse communities of the United States.
A scriptural understanding of what we do.
What We Offer
The Center for U.S. Missions offers many different types of services to assist in reaching out to the unchurched and unevangalized to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Our Partners
Those who share in the financial support of the Center for U.S. Missions are partners with us as we provide training, resources and research for mission work among unevangelized people in the United States. Read more ...
Donations
Donations to the Center allow us to expand the trainings and resources we offer congregations. Gifts from individuals and congregations are gratefully received and much appreciated. They are also tax deductible. Make a donation through our secure website. Read More ...
Who We Are
Staff of the Center for U.S. Missions
The staff members of the Center of U.S. Missions are all highly educated, committed to planting new mission congregations and passionate about spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ through serving our Lord.
Administrative Cabinet
- Mr. Paul Crumb, Chief Financial Officer, Concordia University, Irvine, California
- Rev. Lloyd Gaines, Mission and Ministry Executive, Southeastern District, LCMS
- Rev. Dr. James Bachman, Dean of School of Theology, Concordia University, Irvine, California
- Rev. Dwayne Lueck, Assistant to the President in Stewardship, Evangelism and Missions, North Wisconsin District, LCMS
- Dr. Jack Preus, President, Concordia University, Irvine, California
- Rev. Robert Scudieri, Assistant Director, North America Missions, LCMS World Mission
- Rev. Greg Seltz, Director, Ethnic Pastor Certification Program, Assistant Professor of Theology, Concordia University, Irvine, California
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If we might assist you in any way, please email us or phone us at 949-854-8002 X1780.