Learn About Vision 9:38
Our mission, values, and leadership drive everything we do to empower ethnic minority missionaries and organizations
OUR STORY
Inspired to Make a Difference
Vision 9:38 was born from Byron Johnson’s deep conviction to address the unique challenges faced by ethnic minority missionaries. During a mission trip to Mexico City, Byron realized the critical need for greater representation of African-American missionaries. This realization sparked the vision to empower and equip ethnic minority missionaries to make a lasting Kingdom impact
If this challenge is not addressed immediately and with some resolve, then we will continue to struggle with the inability to hire and maintain ethnic minority missionaries. As a result, the influencing and the impacting of the minority community and the world could be limited.
OUR MISSION & VISION
Turning Vision into Action
At Vision 9:38, our mission is to expand the number and effectiveness of ethnic minority missionaries while staying true to our vision of empowering and equipping them for a lifetime of Kingdom impact. We accomplish this by:
Educating believers about the need for ethnic minority missionaries and encouraging them to pursue their calling.
Encouraging ethnic minority missionaries to pursue their calling.
Providing short-term funding to missions organizations.
Networking on behalf of deserving and qualified ethnic minority missionaries.
Training minority missionaries to achieve sustainable funding levels.
Through these efforts, we strive to see missionaries fully prepared, supported, and equipped to labor effectively in the harvest for years to come.
OUR VALUES
Empowerment
Supporting individuals and organizations to fulfill their God-given callings.
Education
Informing believers about the need for ethnic minority missionaries.
Encouragement
Motivating ethnic minority missionaries to pursue their calling.
Sustainability
Training ethnic missionaries to achieve sustainable funding levels.
MEET THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Byron Johnson: Our Founder & Leader
Byron Johnson’s journey as a missionary and leader spans over three decades. His calling was ignited during his time in college and strengthened through years of service, where he recognized the need for dedicated support for minority missionaries. As the Founder and Executive Director of Vision 9:38, Byron brings a wealth of experience in fundraising, mentoring, and consulting. He continues to impact lives through his leadership and vision.
ENDORSEMENTS
Together, We Make a Difference
TESTIMONIALS
Together, We Make a Difference
Thank you so much for coming to Chicago. You truly blessed our team and added life and encouragement in a way that lifted our hearts and reminded us why we do this.I'm so thankful that you both took time out of your busy schedules to invest in the CO Chicago crew. That meant a lot to all of us. We're truly grateful to you. Your joy, wisdom, and love for the Lord left a lasting impact. I really do appreciate you both more than I can say.
Tony Dentman
CO Chicago Regional Director
Vision 9:38 is an amazing ministry dedicated to mobilizing, equipping, empowering and sending minorities to take the gospel to the nations! Five years ago I had the privilege of meeting Byron and Kim Johnson. What a joy and what a blessing our friendship and partnership has become! They have played such a pivotal role in shaping our mobilization team at Greater Europe Mission. They have helped us to rethink our systems and strategies to be more effective in mobilizing every tribe and tongue to reach every tribe and tongue!
Mike Taylor
VP of Mobilization Greater Europe Mission
Vision 9:38 has been a tremendous source of encouragement throughout my journey in full-time ministry. I first connected with Byron after searching for African Americans in missions and came across an interview he had given. Since then, he and his wife Kim have offered unwavering support, a listening ear, and a deep well of wisdom. I wholeheartedly recommend the services of Vision 9:38 to all minority missionaries seeking guidance and community.
Jesse and Monica Pauly
Missionaries with Greater Europe Mission; Rome, Italy
