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All the Church, in all its diversity, doing all Christ commands, with all people, in all places, all for God’s glory by 2033.

Manassas Baptist Church: A Legacy of PEACE and a Renewed Commitment to Finish the Task
Manassas Baptist Church’s PEACE legacy in Ghana is incredible—from planting hundreds of churches to helping launch the “More Than Nets” movement that distributed 100,000 mosquito nets and helped reduce malaria deaths by 42%. Now they’re stepping into a new season, joining the global vision to finish the task.

“Go Into All the World”—A Worship Song Born From a Heart for the Great Commission
Everyday believers around the world are taking the Great Commission seriously—living out the call to finish the task in their homes, churches, and spheres of influence. A recent example comes from Northern Ireland, where songwriter Dave Whitcroft has written a new song to help churches respond to Jesus’ call.

Why Business Matters to God
Pastor Rick Warren explains how even secular work can become a ministry and a mission as you work to finish the task.

The FTT Healthy Church Seminar Is Coming to Brazil!
Finishing the Task is excited to announce that the FTT Healthy Church Seminar is coming to São Paulo, Brazil on February 2–3, 2026—featuring Pastor Rick Warren alongside leading Brazilian pastors who are passionately committed to mobilizing the Church for mission.

FTT at the WEA General Assembly: Advancing the 2033 Vision in Seoul
Pastor Rick and the FTT joined the World Evangelical Alliance as they gathered in Korea to declare their commitment to “The Gospel for Everyone by 2033.”

When Hearts Are Ready: What the Parable of the Sower Teaches About Evangelism
In this post from our Fishing for People series, Pastor Rick Warren shares how the parable of the sower shows us who to target for evangelism and how to recognize their receptivity.

Spiritual Receptivity: Catching Fish When They’re Hungry
Just as wise fishermen cast where fish are biting, wise witnesses look for the moments when people are spiritually open. In this post from our Fishing in Your Pond series, Pastor Rick Warren talks about how to recognize and respond to spiritual receptivity.

Arizona Church Helps Launch PEACE Center to Reach Tura People in Côte d’Ivoire
Palm Valley Church is partnering with Pastor Marc Zando and the PD/PEACE Côte d’Ivoire team to launch a new PEACE Center in Biankouma, using practical compassion to build bridges of love to the unreached Tura people.

The FTT Healthy Pastor Initiative – Recent Moments and What’s Ahead
As Finishing the Task continues mobilizing churches toward the Great Commission, our Healthy Pastor Initiative is investing in the inner life of the leaders carrying that mission. Over the last few weeks, God has opened several meaningful spaces for pastors to slow down, tell the truth, and receive grace together.