Christian mission

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A Christian mission is an organized effort to spread Christianity, usually through evangelism, preaching, the establishment of churches, and other forms of ministry. Missions commonly involve sending missionaries across geographical or cultural boundaries, although missionary activity can also take place within a missionary's own society. The Great Commission is an important biblical basis for Christian mission, particularly among traditions that understand Christians as called to make disciples and preach the Gospel throughout the world. Missionary work has also included Bible translation, education, medical care, literacy programs, humanitarian aid, and other social services. Christian missionary activity began with the spread of Christianity beyond its origins in Second Temple Judaism. Paul the Apostle and other early Christians preached among both Jews and Gentiles, and Christian communities subsequently spread through Europe, Africa, and Asia. From Late Antiquity through the Middle...

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