Founded 1978 by Dr. Duane F. Steeves
Since 1978, Liberty World Ministries has been dedicated to fulfilling the Great Commission through four interconnected ministry divisions. We exist to communicate God's grace, provide relief to those in need, evangelize unreached people groups, and train the next generation of Christian leaders.
Under the founding leadership of Dr. Duane F. Steeves and now continuing under Rev. Joseph O. Bauché (President, CEO & Dean), we remain committed to holistic ministry that addresses the whole person—spiritual, mental, and physical needs—all for the glory of God.
Liberty World Ministries operates through four primary areas of focus, each essential to our mission:
| Ministry Division | Purpose & Impact |
|---|---|
| Sozo Bible College | Training godly ministers, missionaries, and Christian leaders through sound biblical theology combined with practical ministry skills. Offering evening and weekend programs accessible to working adults. |
| World Missions | Supporting orphanages in Africa, planting churches in the Philippines, training indigenous leaders, and partnering with ministers in India, Pakistan, Mexico, and beyond. Holistic missions combining gospel preaching with compassionate action. |
| Life Centre Church | A vibrant local congregation in Langley Township, BC, demonstrating authentic Christian community through worship, discipleship, and practical service to our neighbors. |
| Fellowship of Evangelical Ministers (FOFEM) | Ordaining, credentialing, and supporting pastors and ministers with accountability, resources, and encouragement. A growing network of ministers serving globally. |
Liberty World Ministries maintains an active presence across multiple continents through our ordained ministers, Bible college graduates, and mission partners:
| Canada | Headquarters in Langley Township, BC | Regional campus in Alberta (Ekklesia Rise Ministries) | Vancouver church ministry |
| Philippines | Church planting in Northern Luzon | Sozo International (Bible college extension) | Ministry to sick and poor | Earthquake relief |
| India & Pakistan | Supporting 200+ Urdu-speaking Christians | Encouragement to persecuted church | Remote pastoral care |
| Africa | Orphanage support in multiple nations | Pastoral training | Clean water projects | School supplies distribution |
| Mexico & Latin America | Evangelistic outreach | Church partnerships | Cross-cultural ministry |
| Albania & Eastern Europe | Post-communist evangelism | Church establishment | Bible distribution |
1978: Dr. Duane F. Steeves founded Liberty World Ministries with a vision for holistic ministry that would reach from local communities to the nations.
1978-2024: For over four decades, Dr. Steeves led the ministry with apostolic vision, establishing Sozo Bible College, planting churches internationally, supporting orphanages, and training hundreds of ministers. He was known as "a man who hazarded his life for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ" (Acts 15:26).
December 1, 2025: Rev. Joseph O. Bauché appointed as President, CEO, and Dean of Sozo Bible College, carrying forward Dr. Steeves' vision with fresh anointing and continued faithfulness to the founding mission.
Today: Liberty World Ministries continues to grow, with ordained ministers serving on multiple continents, active mission partnerships, a thriving Bible college, and a vision for the next generation.
| Biblical Authority | Scripture is our foundation for faith, practice, and ministry direction |
| Holistic Ministry | Addressing spiritual, mental, and physical needs as Jesus did |
| Indigenous Leadership | Training local leaders to shepherd their own people, avoiding dependency |
| The Harvest is Plentiful | Believing God's ability to save and mobilizing laborers for the harvest (Matthew 9:37-38) |
| Power of the Gospel | Expecting God to confirm His word with signs, wonders, and transformed lives |
| Generational Faithfulness | Training the next generation to carry the vision forward with integrity |
Of faithful ministry since 1978
Churches planted worldwide
Children supported through orphanages
Of ministers trained at Sozo Bible College
Countries reached with the gospel
Ordained ministers serving globally
Liberty World Ministries is led by experienced ministers who combine theological depth with practical ministry wisdom:
There are many ways to join us in fulfilling the Great Commission and serving those in need around the world:
Support missions, Bible college, orphanages, and church planting
Join our prayer network for mission fields, students, and ministers
Attend Bible college, join a mission trip, or explore ministry partnership
"From astronauts to villagers, stories of faith inspired his global mission." Today, Liberty World Ministries continues this legacy—training leaders, planting churches, supporting orphans, and proclaiming the gospel to the nations. Though Dr. Steeves is with the Lord, his vision marches forward through faithful servants who believe the harvest is still plentiful and the gospel is still the power of God unto salvation. Join us in this great work!