International Christian Ministries of the Mission To Children

Dr. J.D. Carlson was a distinguished pastor and radio broadcaster, well known for concluding his weekday programs with "Keep looking up!" In 1959, Dr. Carlson set out for his first overseas visit. It changed his life—and the lives of thousands more. Journeying through countries such as Haiti, Korea, Vietnam and India, Joe was shocked by the poverty he encountered. He was especially moved by the desperate plight of countless orphan children, who struggled to survive and had little hope for their future. The Mission To Children was born.

The Mission To Children was incorporated in Canada (1963) and the United States (1971). With offices in Calgary, AB and Glendale, CA, it also became known informally as International Christian Ministries of the Mission To Children. Over the years, the Mission To Children established its ministry of radio teaching and worldwide care. In 1986, God took Dr. Carlson home to heaven and Dr. James Cunningham became the next Executive Director. Under Jim's leadership over the following 14 years, the ministry sustained its increasing reputation for high integrity and faithful service.

In January of 2000, the Mission To Children welcomed Dr. John Garmo as its third Chief Executive. "Skip," as friends know him, is a teacher, writer, and world Christian. Under his leadership, the ministry continues teaching adults and training children to "keep looking up" and reaching out.

For read up-to-date information about the Mission To Children's current ministries, please visit our home page here.