Missions

Jesus told us, his disciples, to make disciples of all nations. One of the most important values of Ankeny Christian Church is our mission to the world. It begins in our own community, and spreads overseas to every nation.

Each month we choose a special offering that is our emphasis for the month. These vary from local missions to missions that offer support around the world.

February Special Offering Supports 

Week of Compassion continues to focus on ways that Sharing Brings Joy.

Our gifts to Week of Compassion bring joy to others by helping a family displaced by natural disasters or political unrest by providing food, shelter and the comfort of a safe place to begin to rebuild their lives. It also provides clean water to those who don’t have it and school for a child who would not have the opportunity otherwise. When we become aware of the needs of our extended global family, we are called to share abundantly. This year, as you share your gifts know that you are helping to change lives. May we all give cheerfully and multiply the joy!

“If I see the gift as mine alone to give, I might give hesitantly, even grudgingly, considering my options, then giving from a sense of ought. If I see the gift as God’s who allows me to use it for a time, then the gift can flow more freely, as I join with others to be a channel for God’s love and mercy.”                                                                                                                                                          From the poem, Grace in Giving by Roberta Porter