State Missions Offering

For Our Churches.
By Our Churches.

The Frances Brown State Mission Offering (SMO) is a cornerstone of support for Michigan Baptists. Each year, churches across our state come together to give sacrificially—fueling Gospel work in Michigan and beyond. Named after Frances Brown, whose lifelong devotion to Kingdom service continues to inspire, the SMO invests in three vital areas: church mission trips, revitalization for struggling congregations, and care for pastors and churches in crisis.

State Goal: $85,000

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Fueling Mission Trips

One of the SMO’s primary purposes is to mobilize congregations for mission trips. Whether traveling to serve within Michigan’s own communities, across North America, or internationally, Michigan Baptists are empowered to leave their comfort zones and share Christ where He’s needed most. By intentionally sending these teams, churches fulfill the Great Commission and forge cross-cultural bonds, while participants return with renewed passion and vision—energizing their home congregations and accelerating Gospel movement throughout the state

Church Revitalization

Many Michigan churches today face mounting challenges: declining attendance, aging facilities, or financial strain. The SMO responds with grant funding and targeted help—covering urgent needs like repairs, utilities, or other crises. More importantly, trained coaches and consultants walk alongside congregations to implement revitalization strategies. Through leadership development, strengthening labs, and fresh community engagement events, struggling churches discover renewed direction. With most churches plateaued or declining nationwide, the SMO’s investments bring hope and fresh Gospel vitality across Michigan’s communities.

Pastor Relief

Pastors are the heartbeat of our churches, yet they too face unexpected financial pressures—auto breakdowns, medical bills, home repairs, or other emergencies. The SMO helps shoulder these burdens through the Michigan Pastors & Churches Relief Fund, a compassionate initiative that provides direct financial support to leaders and their families. By lifting these stresses, the offering frees pastors to remain spiritually, emotionally, and physically healthy. This investment ensures that those called to shepherd God’s people can do so with strength and joy.

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Resources

We’ve put together a folder you can download with resources to help you promote the State Mission Offering in your church! In the folder you will find printable PDF’s, an announcement slide, and a video from our Executive Director — all designed to make sharing the SMO simple and effective. Click below to get started!

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Email: info@bscm.org | Phone: (810) 714-1907