About us
A Nigerian ministry serving communities in their heart languages
Missionword Translation Ministry is a Christian non-governmental organisation based in Nigeria, committed to making the Word of God accessible to people and communities in the languages they understand best.
Who we are
Our work, briefly stated
We serve communities that remain underserved by conventional written Scripture resources. Our work brings together oral Bible translation, missions and evangelism, Scripture distribution, indigenous-language development, discipleship and community engagement.
We work with local churches, community leaders and ministry partners rather than around them. Every project begins with an invitation, proceeds with community participation, and aims to leave capacity in local hands.
Our Vision
Our Mission
Read our mission statementOur values
What guides the work
- Biblical Faithfulness
- Scripture is translated and taught with accuracy and reverence.
- Language Accessibility
- People meet God's Word in the language of their heart.
- Cultural Respect
- Local languages, stories and knowledge are honoured.
- Community Participation
- Communities help shape and check the work.
- Integrity
- Honest reporting and careful stewardship of every gift.
- Partnership
- We serve alongside churches, organisations and individuals.
- Servant Leadership
- Leadership expressed as service, not status.
- Sustainability
- Work designed to continue in local hands.
Our approach
Listening first, then translating
A repeatable approach shaped by each community's language, culture and pace.
- Step 1
Listen
Sit with communities and hear how knowledge is shared.
- Step 2
Translate
Render Scripture faithfully into the heart language.
- Step 3
Record
Capture Scripture in the voices of local speakers.
- Step 4
Test
Check clarity, accuracy and naturalness with the community.
- Step 5
Share
Distribute through the channels communities already use.
- Step 6
Disciple
Support local churches in teaching and application.
Our story
Our history is being documented
This section is maintained by the ministry. Verified milestones and founding history will be published here.
Our leadership
Leadership and governance
Leadership profiles are managed by the ministry and published once confirmed.
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Our partners