Video – How Pioneers Got Started
Our Story
Started in 1979 by former businessman Ted Fletcher and his wife, Peggy, Pioneers partners with local churches to make disciples and initiate church-planting movements among unreached peoples. The unreached are cultural and ethnic groups without a self-sustaining witness to the gospel in their own cultures.
From business and education to healthcare, agriculture, the arts, and more, some 3,000 global members use their diverse gifts and experience to serve in needy communities. As they do, they see God transform lives across cultures and people groups everywhere.
How We Got Started
Ted Fletcher wondered whether he was ready to die during the Korean War. Watch this one-minute animated video to find out how he responded to that question and founded Pioneers 40+ years ago!
Read More
- Stroll down memory lane through our photo essay Remembering What God Has Done.
- Read about the early days and how they shaped who we are today. Download When God Comes Calling.
- Check out our most recent Annual Report.
Stories from the pursuit
Relentless Pursuit Podcast Season 3 Launch
Season 3 of the Relentless Pursuit Podcast debuts October 3rd. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app!
Video: Media + Missions = Treasure
Frank is not your average missionary. He describes himself as a media strategist. He works with teams all over the world to help them find people who are already asking questions about Christianity.
From the Middle East: Ripples of Salvation
Nazan was ready to be baptized, but he had one condition: he wanted to be baptized in the presence of his Muslim friend, Hamd.
Missionary Mobilization: A Digital Update
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Pioneers Media Outreach: A Digital Update
Followers of Jesus are using media outreach to share the gospel with millions and launch conversations with those who want to know more about Jesus. Read about the impact.