Missions We Support
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations,
baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”
and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.
And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
– Matthew 28:19-20
Talsi Christian School – Latvia Missions
For many years, EMBC has partnered with Talsi Christian School (TCS) in Latvia, leading Vacation Bible School (VBS) and mentoring students. TCS is a Christian school providing education and support to children and teens, many from non-Christian families. Their VBS program introduces children to Christ through engaging activities, while older students serve as mentors and leaders, building lasting relationships.
Latvia Mission Trip 2025
Join us in Talsi, Latvia, June 4–17, 2025, for VBS and cultural exchange, sharing Christ’s love with children and teens.
Contact Info:
Inguna Graznina, TCS Director: ingunatks@gmail.com
Bo Sheridan, VBS Program: bosherida@att.net
Talsi Christian School
SIA “Talsu Kristīgā skola”
J. Grota ielā 1, Talsi LV 3200
House of Hope: A Safe Haven for Women
House of Hope, located in Longview, Texas, provides a faith-based emergency shelter for women in crisis. Founded in 2006, it offers meals, a safe place to stay, spiritual support, and programs like Bible study, money management, and a 12-step recovery program. Operating as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, House of Hope is funded by community donations.
Contact Info:
3011 West Marshall Avenue, Longview, TX 75604-5028
Phone: (903) 295-0904
Email: ocmhoh1941@aol.com
Director: Sister Helen Johnson, (903) 646-1941
Kilgore BSM: Know. Grow. Show.
Kilgore Baptist Student Ministry (BSM) is a ministry of the East Texas Baptist Network and Texas Baptists. Their mission is to help students Know Jesus, Grow in faith, and Show His love through outreach, Bible study, and mission work at Kilgore College and beyond. Whether pursuing a career in firefighting, medicine, or any other field, they believe everyone can live a vibrant life in Christ. We proud to support Kilgore BSM in their mission to impact students for Christ.
Contact Info:
Email: jbaird@kilgore.edu
Phone: (903) 985-8482
809 Nolen Street, Kilgore, TX 75662
PO Box 877, Kilgore, TX 75663
Hope Haven
A mission dedicated to demonstrating Christ’s love to forgotten children and teens in the foster care system. Hope Haven provides home, healing, and hope to teenagers in East Texas who have experienced trauma, abuse, and neglect. Since its opening in 2018, Hope Haven has filled a critical gap by offering safe homes and a brighter future for young girls in need. With a focus on long-term care and support, Hope Haven continues to grow as it strives to offer local solutions to the foster care crisis in our region.
Contact Info:
Phone: 430-235-2032
Email: info@hhofet.org
Address: 218 N College Ave, Tyler, TX 75702
Contact Info:
Tel: 903-248-2480
Fax: 903-248-2481
Email: connect@pathstones.org
Address:
610 East Loop 281
Longview, Texas, 75605
Located in the ACCESS building on the grounds of Alpine Church of Christ.
Pathstones Counseling Center
A nonprofit Christian counseling service in East Texas. Pathstones offers affordable counseling to individuals, couples, and families, helping those in need with services such as adult, marriage, family, grief, and substance abuse counseling. Through a sliding scale fee structure, they ensure mental health support is accessible to all. We are grateful for their mission to glorify God by empowering individuals to heal and grow in faith.
