The concept is simple: we give so others can speed the light of the gospel to a world in darkness.
By equipping missionaries with the transportation and creative tools they need, from vehicles to digital media, radio, video, and print, WE HELP MAKE JESUS KNOWN EVERYWHERE.

SPEED THE
LIGHT

WHY GIVE TO SPEED THE LIGHT?

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    Speed the light (STL) is a program that not only supports missionaries but also fosters a heart for missions among young people.

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    It is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the spread of the gospel worldwide.

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    $395,000,000 has been raised since 1945

    1000 missionary vehicles

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    Students are challenged to sacrificially give to missions, reach the lost in their own area, and pray for missionaries around the globe.

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    Funds raised through STL go to help missionaries travel faster, preach clearer, and be heard louder in order for all to know Jesus.

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    STL is still helping to disciple students to live a life of generosity as they become personally responsible for the mission of God by helping our missionaries make Jesus known throughout the world.

make a difference

* give today *

make a difference * give today *

We give so our missionaries can travel faster,
preach clearer, and be heard louder
so that all will know Jesus.

Reaching people who don’t know Jesus happens because of Speed the Light. Every Assemblies of God missionary will fly, drive, or even float to their mission field using transportation provided by students and churches who choose to give. Let’s make a difference today!

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 FAQs

  • FOR INDIVIDUALS:
    If possible, we encourage you to give to Speed the Light through your local church. Talk to your pastor or youth leader for more information. 

    FOR CHURCHES:
    We request that church sends in Speed the Light funds from your local account each month. Church checks should be written to "Speed the Light". Be sure the check includes the name and address of the church to receive giving credit. Then, mail your check to Speed the Light - 1445 N. Boonville Ave - Springfield, MO 65802

    • Set Up a Giving Plan for Yourself: Decide how much you want to contribute and how frequently (e.g., monthly, annually) and then give part of your paycheck, allowance, etc... We want to lead by example!

    • Organize Fundraisers: If you want to increase your contribution, consider organizing fundraisers or events to support Speed the Light. This could be anything from a bake sale to a charity run.

    • Promote Awareness: Help raise awareness about Speed the Light within your community. The more people know about the cause, the more support it can attract.

  • Speed the Light is a student-initiated, volunteer, charitable program. It began in 1944 after Ralph Harris, then head of the National Youth Ministries department, prayed for a way to give Assemblies of God students the opportunity to help missionaries in their work. Nearly 80 years later, STL is one of the most effective youth missions ministries in existence. Since its beginning, over $395 million has been raised for missionary equipment around the world. STL is still helping to disciple students to live a life of generosity as they become personally responsible for the mission of God by helping our missionaries make Jesus known throughout the world.

STL RESOURCES