North American Christian Leaders Gather in Montreal to Advance Collaboration Toward 2033
Christian leaders from across North America gathered in Montreal, Canada, June 11–13 for the North America Summit of JC2033, a growing global movement mobilizing Christians, churches, and ministries to prepare for the 2,000th anniversary of the resurrection of Jesus Christ in 2033.
Hosted at the Maison Val de Paix Retreat Center, the summit brought together leaders from the United States, Canada, and Switzerland representing a wide range of Christian traditions, ministries, and movements. Through worship, prayer, plenary sessions, workshops, and collaborative discussions, participants explored how the Church can work together to bear witness to the risen Christ in the years leading up to 2033.
Finishing the Task was represented by team member Kyle Henderson, who participated in conversations focused on strengthening collaboration among Christian leaders and networks across North America.
JC2033 is one of a growing number of Great Commission Allies—movements, organizations, churches, and ministry networks that have committed to working together toward a shared vision for 2033. Rather than operating in isolation, these allies are seeking ways to align efforts, encourage one another, and advance gospel ministry through greater unity and cooperation.
The movement was founded by Swiss ministry leader Olivier Fleury, who has devoted himself full-time to JC2033 since 2017. Inspired by a vision he received in 2007, Fleury’s goal has been to help unite believers around the world in proclaiming a simple but powerful message as the Church approaches 2033: Christ is risen.
Reflecting on the gathering, Henderson said the summit provided an opportunity for leaders from diverse Christian traditions and ministries to “dream together about how the Church can bear united witness to the risen Christ.”
One of the summit’s key themes was the importance of collaboration across ministry networks. As leaders looked toward 2033, discussions focused on practical ways to strengthen partnerships, mobilize prayer, encourage local champions, and engage churches and communities throughout North America.
A highlight for Henderson was participating in a USA-focused working group that brought together leaders involved in pastoral ministry, prayer movements, citywide unity initiatives, Christian media, technology, education, immigration ministry, and global mission.
“Our conversations focused on practical next steps: identifying key partners, mobilizing intercessors, developing communication tools, encouraging city and state champions, and preparing for celebrations leading toward 2033,” Henderson said.
That spirit of partnership reflects a growing conviction shared by many leaders and ministries involved in the global 2033 movement. As the Church looks ahead to the 2,000th anniversary of the resurrection, many are recognizing that the scale of the Great Commission calls for greater cooperation across denominations, organizations, and ministry networks.
As Henderson observed, “Connecting and collaborating are essential; competing and isolating are obstacles.”
Gatherings like the North America Summit are encouraging signs of progress as churches, ministries, and networks continue finding new ways to work together around a shared vision. The growing collaboration among Great Commission Allies demonstrates how unity, prayer, evangelism, and mutual support can help accelerate gospel witness in the years leading to 2033.
As Henderson reflected after the summit, “I left Montreal encouraged, challenged, and hopeful. May the world know.”
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To sign up as a Great Commission Ally and join others working toward fulfillment of the Great Commission by 2033, visit https://finishingthetask.com/signup/
