SEND NORTH
SEND North supports and administers remote ministry activities throughout Alaska, as well as in the Yukon Territory and Northwest Territories in Canada. Our area office is located in Anchorage, Alaska and is also used to equip teams for cross-cultural ministry.
Our vision is to see every community of the 60/70 Window filled with local disciple-makers who meet together regularly and have established regional leadership.
We Exist to Make Northern Disciples
History of SEND North
In 1930, SEND North found its roots in a young high school student, Vincent J. Joy, who answered God's call to bring the gospel to Alaska’s remote Copper River Basin.
In 1937, Vincent, his wife Beckie, and their family landed in Copper Center despite warnings that the work would be too hard. There, they established a Sunday School and services in a humble log cabin.
By 1942, the Lord had multiplied their faithfulness, and the Central Alaskan Missions (CAM) ministry began to flourish, planting seeds that would grow into SEND North’s global ministry.
Where We Serve
Alaska
Life and ministry moves at a slower pace. It sometimes takes years to establish meaningful relationships. Villagers see a lot of people come and go and are sometimes suspicious of strangers. Those hoping to reach northern people cannot be aggressive.
Sometimes just quietly being a good neighbor is the most effective way to build a friendship. Isolation and difficult climate also hinder spiritual progress. Salvation stories are few and far between, but for those willing to stay for the long-haul there has been fruit. In places where hearts used to be closed, God is opening doors for ministry.
Northern Canada
Northern Canada: Tolerance—an attitude that has allowed Canadians from diverse backgrounds to live in harmony. While commendable, this attitude adversely affects the religious landscape. While Canadians may politely listen to a gospel presentation, they may view the claim that Jesus is the only way as intolerant.
Considering the diverse religious backgrounds and worldviews which are encountered, ministry in northern Canadian towns requires great patience and endurance.
Opportunities
Highlighted Projects for SEND North
Please click on a project below to learn more about how you can support these efforts!
SEND North Crisis Response Fund
Fly a Child to Camp!
Regional Disciple-making Events
Northern Ministry Training
Aviation Fund
