SEND 80th Anniversary Gathering
July 21-22, 2025 | Harvest Bible Church | Westland, Michigan

Join us July 21–22, 2025 in Michigan as we celebrate 80 years of God’s faithfulness through SEND. We’ll reflect on our history, honor the Janzens, welcome the Ecksteins, and look ahead to what’s next.

The gathering will include worship, storytelling, breakout sessions, celebration, and fellowship.

Open to SEND members, retirees, alumni, and staff. Hoping to invite local church partners or donors? Save the date for our public SEND Gala on September 18, 2025.

Last day to register is July 1; Last day to order a t-shirt (via the registration form) is June 20

Our Time Together Will Include

• Storytelling of God’s faithfulness across the decades
• Honoring Warren and Dorothy Janzen for their years of leadership
• Welcoming Jon and Beth Eckstein as they step into their new roles
• Breakout sessions: Ambassadors Gathering, Prayer for the Nations, and Explorer Track
• Celebration, worship, prayer, and reflection
• Time to reconnect and fellowship with members of the SEND community

Meals are included within the cost of registration.  Select sessions will be livestreamed for global staff.

Lodging & Travel Info

Attendees are responsible for arranging their own transportation and accommodations.  A hotel block has been reserved at:

Fairfield Inn & Suites Detroit Canton

Group rate: $129–$149/night (Buffet breakfast included)

Booking deadline: Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Book your group rate for SEND International Gathering 2025

Can I bring my children?

Yes please! This event is family friendly; children and teen programming will be provided. 

Note for External Guests

This gathering is for SEND missionaries, alumni, and staff. If you’d like to invite donors or church partners, please save the date for our public Evening with SEND event on September 18, 2025. More details coming soon!