The Pioneer Protestant Missionaries

From Monday, May 25th to Friday, May 29th, 2026, the Jacmel Reform Theological Academy organized an intensive week of training as part of the BAH/MAH 211 course – Pioneering Protestant Missionaries. This session brought together BA and MATS students for an in-depth study of the history of Protestant missions and the fulfillment of the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ to his Church. This week was of particular importance as it constituted the penultimate course of the Bachelor of Theology program before the end of their university studies. However, the MATS students will continue their studies until April 2026.

During the week, the students studied the origins of Protestant missions from 1600 to 1850, the biblical foundation of missions, the major Reformers, and the ministry of several pioneer missionaries in North America, India, Africa, the South Pacific, and China. The lessons emphasized God's sovereignty in the spread of the Gospel, the importance of faithfulness to the Holy Scriptures, the courage of the first missionaries in the face of many challenges, and the responsibility of every servant of God to participate actively in the Great Commission. The course also helped the students better understand the historical, cultural, and spiritual challenges involved in taking the Gospel to the nations.

The students expressed their sincere appreciation for the quality of the course material, the richness of the instruction, and the excellent learning environment throughout the week. They affirmed that this course will strengthen their future ministries by giving them a deeper understanding of the history of Christian missions and a clearer vision of their responsibility to proclaim the Gospel faithfully. They also expressed heartfelt gratitude to their professors for their dedication and guidance, while giving thanks to God for this important milestone that brings them closer to completing their theological education and preparing them to serve the Church of Jesus Christ with faithfulness and commitment.