Our mission

our team

At Raise the Nations, we exist to equip and raise fearless sons and daughters of God who bring transformation to their communities. Through biblical teaching and personal coaching, they learn to carry His presence to the nations.

We are passionate about seeing believers grow to their maximum potential. In addition, we long to see them experience the supernatural power of God. Through these encounters, they take bold risks of faith and walk confidently in their divine calling.

Core values

Built on biblical principles, these values shape who we are as a Christian discipleship and missions ministry, living by God’s Word and power.

  •  Intentional Living: We choose to be hearers & doers of the Word. 
  • Spirit-Let Life: We follow the Holy Spirit & live in His power. 
  • Ingrity: We pursue closeness with God & work in honesty & purity.
  • Love and Generosity: We believe in people and give freely, just as we have received.
  • Community and Teamwork: We embrace relationships, value collaboration, & honor one another in love.

For the Kingdom of God is not just a lot of talk; it is living by God’s power.” – I Corinthians 4:20 (NLT)

OUR TEAM

Neil is a passionate worshiper who flows in the realm of the spirit. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Louisiana Tech and a Master’s in Missiology. With over eight years of experience as a missionary overseas, Neil is deeply committed to reaching the lost and the hurting, helping them reconnect with the Heavenly Father.

He strives to empower individuals to realize and live out their true potential. As a result, his wisdom and compassion uplift communities around the world.

Jimmy is a passionate follower of Christ with over 40 years of faithful service in church leadership, preaching, and teaching. His heart for the nations was first awakened during mission trips to Honduras.

Later, in 2024, God called him to Cambodia, where he ignited a deep love for the people. Jimmy is dedicated to carrying out the Great Commission both at home and abroad. Therefore, he lives to make Jesus known and to see lives transformed by His love. 

Anh (Mei) is a prophetic missionary and dynamic teacher with over 20 years of experience. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and a Master’s in Bible & Theology.

Called to the nations at the age of 9 through a vision, Anh left Vietnam at 18 to attend Youth With A Mission school in the Philippines. Afterward, God led her to Malaysia, where she helped establish and lead a Vietnamese church for 7 years. This church became a vibrant hub for discipleship, equipping and sending many into missions. Furthermore, her passion is to empower the Ecclesia to walk in their God-given calling.

Margie is a devoted follower of Jesus with a heart for the nations. Professionally, she serves as a pediatric occupational therapist, bringing compassion, attentiveness, and care into every sphere of her life and ministry.

Margie carries a deep passion for prayer and worship and longs to see people healed, restored, and walking in the freedom only Christ can give. Because of that, her ministry is shaped by a hunger for God’s presence and a desire to see others encounter Him.


Board members

Michael Clark

Ivan Rogers

Andrea Jones

Brandon Keaster

James W. Eley Jr.

Neil Powers

Marjorie Z. Buford