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Investing in Others

The wind was chilly, the sky was overcast, and the nearly 100 Spanish-speaking men gathered at the cross early this fall to celebrate communion.

Your Lasting Impact

When Carlos, a self-proclaimed working meth addict, first met Pastor Lee no one could have foreseen the plans God had for him.

King October Prayer Letter

We had a few things that we were praying for us we transitioned to Indianapolis, new friends, and church to call home! We found a great church just a few miles from our house that we all enjoy and we are finding ways to connect and serve there.

Medlen October Prayer Letter

I hope each of you are doing great! As missionaries with World Impact, it is our privilege to empower urban leaders and partner with local churches to help reach our cities with the Gospel.

The Power of the Local Church

While relaxing in his recliner, a man receives an unexpected phone call. He can barely hear the person on the other end, as she is whispering.

Effective Urban Church Planting

Our mission statement is, “World Impact empowers urban leaders, and partners with local churches to reach their city with the Gospel.”  To truly live into our mission statement, it is

Extending His Gift

As the school year came to an end and students prepared for camp, Tammy, a teacher and administrator at LACS, was working to find a way that Frankie could attend the camp that meant so much to him.

Blessed by Growth

My wife Sol and I recently went to Florida to visit family and so I could visit with two pastors who are implementing TUMI in their respective churches.

Raise the Bar of Discipleship

In the past three months, I have joined a house church called, Faith Fighters. It has been a joy, combined with some challenges in getting to know the wonderful folks that are part of this community.

From Gangs to Grace

By the age of 17 I was a full-blown active gang member already incarcerated with a life sentence. I spent nearly 27 years of my life in California’s state prisons.

What Happens Next?

The Center for the Study of Global Christianity estimates there are between 2.2-3.4 million pastoral leaders. Only 5% are trained for pastoral ministry.

Empowered Podcast

Empowered is our new podcast and video series! Each episode will feature different urban leaders, pastors, church planters and World Impact staff sharing what they have learned over their years in ministry.

True Understanding

Urban church planters truly are some of our personal heroes. They are men and women of faith, who follow Jesus into hard places to share His love with people who desperately need it.

Three Leaders

Recently we celebrated our seventh graduation of The Urban Ministry Institute of San Diego. What a celebration is was!

Time is running out!

Last chance to make an eternal impact and qualify for a 2025 tax deduction! 

Your gift today fuels lasting impact through healthy churches in communities experiencing poverty. 

Share the Light of Christmas This Christmas

Your gift equips leaders to bring the hope of Jesus to communities affected by poverty.

TUMI Turns 30!

You’ve helped build 30 years of impact. Now, help us take it further.

Help Us Equip the Next Generation of Church Leaders

Our vision is a world where every community experiencing poverty has a healthy church. But how can that happen if local church leaders don’t have access to Bible-based training and resources in their own languages? Translating these materials is essential for equipping leaders and growing Christ-centered churches.