Local and global parners

We are committed to partnering with local and global missions to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ, not only through proclamation but also through practical demonstration. By supporting missionaries, churches, outreach ministries, and community-based efforts, we seek to share the hope of Christ with people both near and far. We believe the Gospel is most impactful when it is both spoken and lived out, so we strive to model Christ’s love through service, compassion, generosity, and discipleship. Through these partnerships, we aim to meet physical and spiritual needs while pointing people to the transforming power of a relationship with Jesus Christ.

People SErving People - Local

Short Term Mission Trips

In addition to Samaritan's Purse and GraceWorks, McConnell Church also conducts Short Term Mission Trips (STMT) to assist both organizations and individuals. The STMT is essentially a hybrid of Samaritan’s Purse and what GraceWorks does locally in our community. To date McConnell volunteers have conducted five STMTs in Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina. The services provided include disaster relief clean-up, landscaping, painting, remodeling, and major construction

Jessica Karp, Chosen People Ministries – South Florida

The Karps have served with Chosen People Ministries since 2004. Chose People Ministries is dedicated to reaching, discipling, praying for, and serving the Jewish community. They are located across The United States and abroad.
Sadly, Ryan Karp went to be with the Lord at the age of 42 after a short and difficult battle with pancreatic cancer earlier this year. Ryan’s life was devoted to reaching the Jewish population for Christ and he was deeply committed to sharing the gospel and strengthening the church. He leaves behind his wife, Jessica, and three children pictured above.
Despite this incredibly heavy season, Jessica Karp continues to be devoted and committed to the ministry both her and her husband poured their lives into. She is continuing to serve with Chosen People Ministries.

Kaila Reece and Georgia Miller – Local FCA

Kaila and Georgia serve in leadership roles here in the North GA area for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. FCA is a global Christian ministry that equips coaches, athletes, and their families to live out their faith through sports. These two missionaries work aligns with FCA’s mission to “see the world transformed by Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes”.

Madalyn (Maddy) Alessi – Atlanta GA

Maddy Alessi is leading the International Friendship Club in the suburbs of Atlanta. IFC is an outreach to Japanese families living in this area for business. They offer English classes, friendship opportunities, dinner experiences in Americans' homes, parties, & more. Their volunteers seek to show God's love to these families through friendship during their time here in the States before moving back to Japan.

Sarah Rooney – Cadence International, Fort Benning, Columbus GA

Sarah focuses on discipling and equipping children and their families on Fort Benning. The kids love to sing, act, and run around as they learn about Christ’s love for them. Sarah focuses on teaching in developmentally appropriate ways to help them learn and apply the Truth to their lives. There is also a LOT of coffee involved as she builds community with parents, siblings, and other military personnel. Sarah has been serving with Cadence since August 2015 and cherishes every minute she spends with military families.

Camp Hosanna – Hiawassee, GA

Camp Hosanna began in 2003 with a vision to reach children for Christ at no cost to them. Despite doubts about funding and resources, God has faithfully provided every need.
What started with campers and counselors in tents has grown into a thriving ministry featuring 12 camper cabins, a preacher’s house, bathhouse, pavilion, commercial kitchen, and a 7,200-square-foot dining hall and dormitory currently under construction.
Today, Camp Hosanna hosts eight weeks of free summer camp, serving more than 125 young people each week through alternating junior and teen camps. The Lord has richly blessed this ministry, with over 2,400 professions of faith and many lives dedicated to His service.
For more information or to register campers, visit camphosanna.org.

Redemption Point Ministries

One Lifeline Ministry exists to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help individuals find restoration, healing, forgiveness, salvation, and their God-given purpose.
After being radically delivered from addiction in 2014, Matt answered God’s call alongside his wife Ashley to establish One Lifeline Ministry and eventually Redemption Point Recovery Center. Their mission is to help others experience freedom through the power of Jesus Christ.
In 2023, they opened Redemption Point, a 12-month, Christ-centered residential recovery program for men. To learn more, seek help, or support the ministry, visit onelifelineministry.com or email onelifelineministry@gmail.com.

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Anonymous Missionary – Operation Mobilization, Jerusalem, Israel

the conflicts in neighboring Gaza Strip is felt daily! Civilians have less than two minutes to get in a bomb shelter once a phone alert sounds. Many of the elderly and disabled are injured trying to hurry downstairs before the door closes. Those deaf and both blind and deaf are the most vulnerable! Our supported Operation Mobilization missionary lives there to serve these who have special considerations. For both Jew or Muslim struggling to communicate, she teaches the sign language of Israel, interprets for them at hospitals, government agencies, education facilities, when shopping (etc.), comforts them during their grief as most are ignored and not valued. She also welcomes them into her home for extended stays and shares Jesus with them and their families whenever she can.

Karl and Debbie Behnke – South Africa

Karl and Debra Behnke live and work in South Africa. They are the leaders of “Over the Fence Outreach” whose mission is to share the Gospel and extend the love of Jesus Christ. Through media they teach people and children how to apply biblical truth to every aspect of their lives. The Behnke’s aim is to feed the hungry, clothe the poor, and share the gospel to the elderly, widows, and orphans. Also, they reach out to people to improve their quality of life and to provide a counselling house for abused woman that also provides a stable place where the children can play and interact in a safe environment. “Over the Fence Outreach” is built on a foundation of faith, integrity and dedicated supporters who cheerfully support this call.

Luke and Michelle Stannard – Germany

Luke and Michelle Stannard are currently working in Munich, Germany with Martin Bucer Seminary. It is one of only a handful of solid, Reformed seminaries in Europe. The seminaries study center model will allow the Standards to impact students not only in Munich, but throughout Germany and other parts of Europe. Their desire to see churches planted and revitalized to proclaim Scripture and lead people back to the truths contained in its pages. They believe that if transformation is to take place in Europe, it must begin within the church and involve the church leadership being grounded in the Word of God.
To learn more please visit https://stannard.home.blog

COMFE (Compassion and Faith Ministry) - Honduras

At Compassion and Faith Ministries, we support individuals and families in Honduras facing hardship by providing essentials like food, clothing, and care. We're committed to helping the most vulnerable with practical aid, guidance, and hope.

We're also building Comfe—a ministry center designed to offer refuge, counseling, and spiritual care. More than a resource hub, Comfe will be a place of healing, faith, and community, helping people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. With the support of our partners, we're working to make this vision a reality.
At Compassion and Faith Ministries we operate by a simple creed: Find a Need. Meet the Need. Change the World.

To learn more please visit: Comfe Ministry (comfehn.com)