Global Mission Center

New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and Leavell College prepare servants to walk with Christ, proclaim His truth, and fulfill His mission. The Global Mission Center is positioned as the hub of mission equipping and sending here at NOBTS as we seek to help our students, staff, and faculty fulfill His mission.

About

New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary was established in 1917 as the fulfillment of a century-old dream of Baptists to reach the city of New Orleans and to establish a missionary training school. The Global Mission Center carries out that vision by helping train our students to advance God's mission through academic preparation, active participation, and healthy partnering. Our desire is for our students, faculty, and staff to take the gospel from the parishes to all peoples. There is no better place to train than here in New Orleans. Preparing here equips you to serve anywhere the Lord may send you.

Help a Student

Thank you for your decision to support students. NOBTS is committed to God’s global purpose. We want every student to fulfill His mission, and President Dew challenges all students to participate in a short-term international mission trip during their course of study. When you give, you help them push back the darkness and eliminate lostness.

Disclaimer: Gifts designated to individuals are not considered tax-deductible per IRS Publication 526, page 6. 

Make a Payment

Are you a student going on a mission trip with NOBTS?
Click here to make a payment for your short-term mission trip.

Pray

Prayer is a core value of the Global Mission Center. Christ's words call his followers to pray for His mission around the world: "The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest" (Luke 10:2). Below are some resources to help you pray for God's work in New Orleans and among the nations.

IMB Prayer Guide

Unreached of the Day | Joshua Project

Pray NOLA: World Religions Guide

Google Maps Guide (Includes prayer points)

Apple Maps Guide

Prepare

Bachelor of Arts Intercultural Studies 120 hours

  • General Education Core: 30 hours
  • Christian Foundation Core: 30 hours
  • Intercultural Studies Major: 30 Hours
  • Minor: 15 Hours
  • Free Electives: 15 hours

Master of Arts Missiology: 45 hours

  • Biblical Studies: 12 hours
  • Theological and Historical Studies: 9 hours
  • Applied Ministry Studies: 6 hours
  • Missiology Component: 15 hours
  • Free Electives: 3 hours

Master of Arts Cross-Cultural Studies: 39 hours

  • Biblical Studies: 12 hours
  • Theological and Historical Studies: 9 hours
  • Applied Ministry Studies: 6 hours
  • Cross-Cultural Core: 12 hours
*Can be fulfilled through the IMB's Macedonia Project

Master of Divinity International Church Planting: 87 hours

  • Biblical Studies: 24 hours
  • Theological and Historical Studies: 21 hours
  • Applied Ministry Studies: 24 hours
  • Specialization Courses: 12 hours
  • Free Electives: 6 hours

Master of Divinity Missions: 87 hours

  • Biblical Studies: 24 hours
  • Theological and Historical Studies: 21 hours
  • Applied Ministry Studies: 24 hours
  • Specialization Courses: 12 hours
  • Free Electives: 6 hours

Doctor of Philosophy Missiology: 63 hours

  • Residency/ThM Candidacy: 26 hours
  • Senior Residency: 30 hours
  • Candidacy: 7 hours

Participate

Events

 

Congo Interest Dinner
When: October 22, 5:30pm
Where: JoAnn Leavell Mezzanine (in Landrum Leavell Dining Hall)
What: Hear from IMB missionaries in the Congo about their ministry and how you can get involved this summer.

 

Serve + Praise @ the Port
When: November 1, 2:30pm (Serve); 6:00pm (Praise and Worship)
Where: Global Maritime Ministries
What: Serve seafarers with Global Maritime Ministries before worshipping and praying for God to work among internationals.

 

GMC Lunch and Learn
When: November 19, 11:45am
Where: Global Mission Center
What: Enjoy lunch provided by the GMC and hear from IMB missionaries to India.

 

Lottie Moon Awareness Week
When: December 2-3
Where: Global Mission Center
What: Support the annual Christmas offering and share your "Lottie story" about missionaries you know in the field.

Mission Trips

Click HERE to make a payment for your short-term mission trip.

The Global Mission Center offers short-term missions opportunities through the International Mission Board and North American Mission Board. These trips support the long-term work of missionaries on the field and give students an opportunity to participate in God's work around the globe. For full-time NOBTS and Leavell College students, each mission trip is attached to a fully scholarshiped class. Contact the Global Mission Center for more information.

 

Johannesburg, South Africa | January 10-19, 2025*
Team Leader: Dr. Greg Mathias
Cost: $2500 ($250 deposit due October 31)

 

London, United Kingdom | March 15-22, 2025*
Cost: $2500 ($250 deposit due December 6)

 

Oaxaca, Mexico | March 15-22, 2025*
Cost: $1500 ($250 deposit due December 6)

 

Kinshasa, DRC (Congo) | May 18-29, 2025*
Cost: $2500 ($250 deposit due March 14)

 

Salt Lake City, Utah | May 25-31, 2025
Cost: $750 ($75 deposit due March 14)

 

Mega City, South Asia | June 29-July 11, 2025*
Cost: $2500 ($250 deposit due March 14)

 

  *International trips are subject to minor date changes depending on flights

Student Support

Check out these resources to help you fundraise for your mission trip.

GMC Student Support Form

Sample Support Letter

Mission Trip Leader Resources

Our trip leaders are an essential part of the training and sending process at the Global Mission Center. Below are some resources to help you further prepare students for your mission trip.

Mission Trip Leader Application

Mission Trip Leader Manual

Mission Trip Leader Report Form

Partner

International Mission Board

The Global Mission Center partners with the International Mission Board to mobilize students to mid-term and long-term missions. Interested students can reach out to IMB Campus Missionaries, Austin and Megan Holcomb (information in "Contact").

Contact

We would love to hear from you! Fill out our GMC Speaking Request Form to have one of our students, faculty, or staff connect with your church or organization.

Global Mission Center Team

GMC Front Desk
globalmissioncenter@chinakfbdf.com
504-816-8232

 

Dr. Greg Mathias
Associate Professor of Global Missions
Director, Global Mission Center
gmathias@chinakfbdf.com
504-816-8063

 

Jake Hines
Administrative Assistant, Global Mission Center
jhines@chinakfbdf.com
504-816-8419

International Mission Board Contacts

Austin and Megan Holcomb
IMB Campus Missionaries
aholcomb@imb.org
mholcomb@imb.org
504-816-8411

 

Dr. Bobby Tinner
IMB Candidate Consultant
btinner@imb.org
804-219-1556