pray4mike
josiahventure
empower a generation
equipping
Twenty-one years ago, I would never have imagined leaving corporate America to equip the 1% in Slovakia to fulfill Christ's commission through the local church. Yet today, God continues to call me to be part of His movement through Josiah Venture as the Director of Operations, equipping our staff to reach the 99% for Jesus and making disciples along the way.
josiah venture
Josiah Venture is part of a movement of God among the youth of Central and Eastern Europe that finds its home in the local church and transforms society. There are 32.5 million young people in this region, with less than 1% having a personal relationship with Jesus. More than likely, they are first-generation Christians due to the effects socialism and communism had on their families.
partnership
I believe God commands us all to love Him and love others, and calls us to make disciples, looking to Jesus as our example. To help me serve, equip, and empower our staff and make disciples on your behalf, will you join me through your prayers, encouragement, and financial support? Continue below for more details about my ministry or, click on the button to invest in my ministry with Josiah Venture.
mike sullivan
In 2001, during a short-term trip, I fell in love with Slovakia, its culture, and its people. This experience led me to leave corporate America and begin serving with Josiah Venture in 2003. Over the last 21 years, I've served JV in various capacities:
- Model Maker- Worked with Slovak local churches and youth, developing a model youth ministry and leading evangelistic movements.
- Communications Director- Supported JV's staff as part of the member care team.
- Executive Administrator: Served the Slovak national organization's leadership and team.
- Partner Mobilizer- Mobilized others to join our ministry across the US, Canada, and the UK.
- Director of Operations- Serving on the international team, empowering staff and making disciples within my local church.
director of operations roles
• Serve, equip, and empower JV National Organization Operation Representatives
• Track JV ministry reporting each year
• Mitigate risk management
• Monitor internal communications and third-party systems
• Assist the finance department, JV board, and council leadership needs
• Manage special projects
legacy story
How did our discipleship experience impact your life?
“Over the last 14 years, Mike has been my spiritual father and mentor. He has shaped my faith through years of small groups and 1-on-1 mentoring. He invited me into his life and gave me vital experience and knowledge, which helped me become a man of faith.” - Adam R.
legacy story
How did our discipleship experience impact your life?
“Our discipleship saved my life. In my darkest moments, Mike was the light that brought me back to Jesus Christ. I wanted to give up on Jesus many times, but he was always the right example, very patient and Christ-like. And I thank him for that. The most significant moment of our discipleship happened in Prague when he decided to ask me a life-changing question. "Who is on the throne in your life?" Since this moment, I came slowly back to the relationship with our God Father, and I can share many moments where God Almighty blessed me in so many ways.” - Tomas S.
