rbcMissions
SEND
“If there be anything about which we cannot tolerate lukewarmness, it is in the matter of sending the gospel to a dying world.”
- Charles Spurgeon
rbcSEND Program
rbcSend is a program designed to mobilize anyone at Ridgecrest called to mid- or long-term mission work. The program provides counsel and wisdom, logistics support, and help with the practical needs of getting to the field.
Those interested must:
Fill out an application at least six months before the desired date to leave for the field.
Be a member in good standing at Ridgecrest for at least one year before applying for the rbcSend program.
Regularly attend a Small Group at Ridgecrest.
Short-Term or Mid-Term Opportunities
Below are some opportunities provided through the International Mission Board (IMB), which is the Southern Baptist mission-sending organization.
IMB Short-Term Trips
Want to dive deeper into missions? The IMB offers 8-week trips during the summer and semester-long opportunities during the fall and spring for students. They offer trips to all parts of the world doing various activities like medical missions, evangelism, teaching, discipleship, and more. Take a look and find an opportunity that fits your passions!
Journeyman
IMB Journeymen are young adults, over age 21 and under 30, who are sent by their churches as missionaries for a 2-year term through the IMB. A Journeyman’s primary responsibility is to engage in the missionary task by sharing the gospel, making disciples, and helping plant churches. They are a vital part of IMB missionary teams all over the world. Serving as a Journeyman allows young adults to both be on mission and explore the possibility of lifelong service as a missionary.