OUR STORY

In 2000, Essential Piece Ministries International was founded by Keiffer and Martha Bent. EPMI grew out of a love of sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. We observed an urgency for the gospel. The need continues to grow worldwide. 

We now serve locally and internationally as short-term missionaries.  Our first mission trip as a family was to Antigua.  After returning we continued to work in full-time ministry in Maryland. Our focus is to share the gospel, to train and equip through evangelism, discipleship and training.

From 2006 to present, EPMI has served locally and internationally. We are Mission focused (Mathew 28:19-20).  We are thankful for the opportunities we have had to share the gospel, give bibles, evangelistic booklets and pamphlets, leading Bible studies and mobilizing the church.  In North America, India, Taiwan, China, Philippines, South African and Central Africa,  We want people to know, and experience Jesus, as Lord and Savior through: Evangelism, Discipleship Training. 

Currently, we are focused on expanding our outreach work on a broader scale. One of the specific goals is to help pastors, and lay leaders internationally to be more equipped. If they are more equipped they can better share the gospel effectively, teach their families and congregation. They can better develop disciples in their local areas. Additionally we will expand our work in Evangelism and training in more countries. Additionally, adding English as a Second Language (ESL) ministry, hosting  Bibles studies, and discipleship training locally and globally. 

We trust the Lord and all the needed resources:  working under the power of the Holy Spirit, prayer, God’s labors, and financial support. In order for the ministry to continue to thrive and grow. There is an urgent need for the gospel to be proclaimed. (John 3:16).