Recent Articles
Renewal is vital for life!
From Steve Shaffer, Director of Coaching and Discipleship What does it take to renew a congregation? The truth is, Christianity in North America needs renewal because it is struggling for all kinds of reasons -- some traceable to our own attitudes and actions, some...
See what happens when we work together!
There is power in a shared vision! Steve and Laura Allen, who lead The Table-Irving, began partnering with Mission Alive in 2023. The following is taken from their website: Imagine a community of Christ followers built not on buildings, paid staff or Sunday morning...
Exhausted and Renewed
From Tod Vogt, Executive Director It is a great joy each year to carve out a few days to spend in Malibu, CA, representing Mission Alive at Pepperdine University's Harbor Bible Lectures and connecting with colleagues from all the country and the world. This year was...
A Clear and Compelling Calling
A message from Mission Alive Executive Director, Tod Vogt. As we have been sharing, 2024 marks the 20th year of ministry for Mission Alive! As with any new business or ministry, starting is a challenge. As I think back on the past 20 years, I am struck by...
20 Matters!
From Eric Daniels, Director of Development It is hard to believe that we are a third of the way through Mission Alive’s 20th year of serving marginalized and vulnerable communities. 20 Matters! We now stand ready to plant our thirtieth church! What Christ has...
Mission Alive heads to California
On April 30-May 3, Pepperdine University will host its 81st annual Bible Lectures entitled Running with Perseverance and representatives of Mission Alive will teach two of the many classes available. On Wednesday, May 1, Mission Alive's Executive Director, Tod Vogt,...
Meet our newest board member: Michael Martin
We are proud to announce Mission Alive's newest board member Michael Martin Michael is an attorney and partner at a Ventura, California, law firm. He received his undergraduate degree in Biblical Studies/Missions from Abilene Christian University, an MDiv from...
Jesus’ Manifesto
A message from Tod Vogt, Mission Alive Executive Director: In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus presents his vision for a life well lived. Several times he begins his comments with, “You have heard it was said…but I say.…” Using this construction, Jesus invites his...
Give to Mission813
Mission 813 is a ministry of Mission Alive that acknowledges the important role women have played throughout history to advance the church. Mission 813 is named for Luke 8:1-3 that describes the women who supported Jesus and His ministry with their own means. Gifts...
20 Matters upcoming Gala Celebration
Innovation is a founding principle of Mission Alive. As an organization we listen to the heart of Christ for leaders with a calling to plant and make a difference in lost and marginalized communities. Those leaders actively seek new and innovative ways to...
