Missions Week
Throughout the school year, Lee University students join together with our co-sponsor, The Church of God World Missions, to focus on special projects where they can be of service and make a difference in the world. Over the past 30 years, our students have made a significant impact, raising nearly half a million dollars. Please note that all fundraising efforts are dedicated exclusively to the LeeU Missions Project.
Since 1992, one week each year has been set as “Dee Lavender Missions Week.” A diverse array of ministries and missionaries from across the country are invited to speak in classes and showcase booths and exhibits, offering students and faculty the opportunity to explore various organizations they can engage with, either for summer projects or after graduation. Throughout the week, chapel services will center on the missions project selected each year. The Campus Ministries Office often organizes mission trips to visit the countries and ministries they are supporting through fundraising efforts. For more information about current projects, students are encouraged to contact the office at 423-614-8420.
Missions Week Exhibitors
During missions week each year, it is our goal to give the students at Lee University opportunities to become familiar with a variety of para-church organizations and missionaries. If your organization would like the opportunity to present through an exhibit display or in a classroom, contact the Campus Ministries office by phone at 423-614-8420, or by email at campusministries.com.
As an exhibitor, you’ll enjoy several complimentary meals in our dining hall as a token of our appreciation for your participation. We are thrilled to host our ministry guests and are eager to assist you in any way we can.
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Missions History
Missions Week began as a missions club in 1939 at BTS and evolved into the Missionary Society at Lee College in 1941. As the school expanded and introduced a liberal arts curriculum, the tradition grew into a dedicated event known as "Missions Week." In 1992, “Missions Week” was renamed “Dee Lavender Missions Week,” and it continues in this tradition today, inspiring students to embrace the Great Commission.
The leadership aims to present evangelism as the highest calling in life, emphasizing that we are all equipped to impact the world for Christ.