Welcome to Missions Fest Seattle 2025
You Were Born for Such a Time as This – Esther 4:14
A Welcome from the Conference Chairman
You are here for a reason! God has placed you in this city, in this moment in history, even at this conference in Renton. What is this moment? What does seeking first the Kingdom of God mean for you today? Our 20th anniversary theme is pulled from the story of Esther. She found herself in an undesirable moment where her people were at risk of annihilation— not the moment I would prefer… and yet God had Esther in mind for such a time as this. You may think the Hebrews could have really used a great warrior, a respected elder, or a miraculous sign, but in God’s perfect understanding, He sent a courageous and beautiful young woman into the chaos to be a light and a hope to her people.
This year, as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Missions Fest Seattle, we are reminded that the moment that we’re in is one of great opportunity. There’s an openness to the Gospel and a willingness for spiritual conversations like never before. Young people are asking life’s big questions; AI (Artificial Intelligence) is answering existential dilemmas; and it is as powerful a time for good news as any.
Throughout this weekend, you’ll hear stories of lives transformed, you’ll be inspired by keynote speakers & seminar presenters, and you get to connect with practitioners at their exhibit booths who are inviting you into missional opportunities. Our hope is not just that you have a positive experience, but rather that you can discern where God is sending you to embody much-needed hope, light, the presence of Christ, and the Good News of His Gospel.
May you be blessed this weekend to be a blessing, for you were born for such a time as this.
Chris Gough
MFS 2025 Conference Chairman
A Welcome from the Conference Director
Welcome to Missions Fest Seattle 2025! It is likely that you’re here because someone invited you, or perhaps you are taking seriously the words, “You Were Born for Such a Time as This,” from Esther 4:14 in the Bible. We continue to hear stories about people whose lives and life directions have been profoundly influenced by attending Missions Fest Seattle. In fact, you will hear the story at this conference of a couple whose lives were impacted at the first Missions Fest 20 years ago. We trust you will leave this conference encouraged, and with a better idea and commitment as to how God wants to use you to build His Kingdom.
As you consider your reason for being at Missions Fest, take into consideration “The Lion Chaser’s MANIFESTO” found on the back cover. You can do many things with your life, but you can’t do everything, so choose wisely. Find a way to invest your life with eternity in mind. May you be blessed this weekend to be a blessing (Genesis 12:2) for “You Were Born for Such a Time as This”.
Keith Hook
MFS 2025 Conference Director