At Avant, we have a consuming passion for the unevangelized people of the world. We love to watch God eternally transform lives through the churches planted by our missionaries.

Founded in 1892 as Gospel Missionary Union, Avant Ministries is one of the oldest missionary sending agencies in the United States. Avant was the first evangelical mission to enter Ecuador in South America and the Republic of Mali in West Africa. Pioneering missionaries labored faithfully and waited years to see nationals come to Christ.

Today, Avant is breaking the boundaries of traditional missions. By God’s grace, we’re moving into new territories with new techniques, including Short-Cycle Church Planting, to preach the unchanging gospel of Jesus Christ. We’re strategically partnering with national believers who can carry on the work and multiply the results.

Intricately linked to our past with a fresh vision toward the future, God continues to bless Avant and our 300 missionaries. We trust that He will continue to use us to carry His name to the lost people of the world.