In 1996 in a little rundown backyard with 5 people either homeless or poor a Bible study was birthed by Mark Hewitt and Love and Care MInistries. Those 5 people were eager to learn about Jesus Christ. After 6 months of faithfully attending and faithfully inviting people to come this little Bible study grew to 30 people. In 1997 with the assistance of Pioneer Drive Baptist Church, a church was formed called The Mission. The Mission continued to grow and grow, in fact grow so much that the sanctuary was maxed to capacity. As a result of God's blessing, in November of 2004 The Mission acquired a new building which was generously given by the Shelton Foundation. Today, it sits at the corner of Nth 3rd & Mockingbird in Abilene, Texas. Though our community gathering space has changed, our message has not. As you walk into the church you will see a sign that says A CHURCH OPEN TO ALL PEOPLE. As of January 2007 The Mission became an independent church, solely depending on its community members for support.