Morgan Davis
Formation & Network Engagement Strategist | Director of Missions
Reisterstown
Summary
Morgan Davis is a passionate follower of Christ, deeply rooted in her love for Jesus, His Word, and His church. With a fervent desire to expand and advance the Kingdom of God, she serves as a Field Staff missionary with unfoldingWord, a catalytic Church-centric Bible Translation organization working within the Illuminations Alliance. Alongside her colleagues, Morgan is dedicated to establishing churches in every people group and providing Bibles in every language, with a focus on unengaged and unreached communities. Her diverse background in missions, cross-cultural training, and content development uniquely positions her to equip and empower churches worldwide with the necessary tools and resources for heart language Bible translation across varied modalities, ultimately furthering the Great Commission.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
FIA Content Developer
SRV Partners
Remote, MD
4 2024 - Current
- Creates oral exegetical resources tailored for people groups that are oral-preferred or oral-only learners
- Develops culturally appropriate and accessible biblical materials that bridge language and literacy barriers
- Collaborates with linguistic experts and local partners to ensure content accuracy and relevance
- Implements innovative storytelling techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths.
Formation and Network Engagement Strategist
unfoldingWord
Remote, MD
01.2023 - Current
- Prepares and edit spiritually formative training materials, ensuring theological accuracy and cultural sensitivity
- Conducts comprehensive training for Gateway Language teams within church networks in the Equatorial Sub-Saharan region of Africa, Indonesia, and West Africa
- Gathers and documents impactful stories from global church networks, showcasing the transformative power of church-centric Bible translation
- Develops strategic partnerships with churches, ministries, and organizations to advance Bible translation efforts
- Engages in fundraising activities to support ongoing translation projects and community engagement initiatives
- Contributes to the development of digital tools and platforms that facilitate collaborative Bible translation.
Director of Missions
Northwest Baptist Church, Maryland
Reisterstown, MD
12.2019 - Current
- Equips and mobilizes the local church to engage the lost, make disciples, and embrace the nations, fostering a culture of global mission awareness
- Develops and implement comprehensive mission strategies aligned with the church's vision and biblical mandate
- Provides church members with diverse opportunities to serve locally, nationally, and internationally, emphasizing both short-term and long-term missions
- Design and conduct in-depth training programs for short-term mission teams, focusing on cultural sensitivity and effective ministry
- Creates and fosters strategic relationships with other churches and organizations to establish synergistic partnerships for Great Commission fulfillment
- Provides ongoing support, pastoral care, and resources to NWBC Missionaries and church plants
- Actively participates in SBC association meetings and training events, representing the church's mission interests and gathering best practices.
Owner & Principal Photographer
Morgan–Raquel & Co. LLC
Reisterstown, MD
01.2014 - 01.2024
- Managed a boutique wedding and portrait photography collective specializing in multicultural, purpose-driven couples and impact-makers
- Performed detailed client consultations for wedding and portraiture services, ensuring alignment with clients' visions and values
- Provided expert location scouting and utilized professional DSLR cameras and equipment to capture high-quality, meaningful imagery
- Built and maintained a robust network of industry contacts while upholding a reputation for exceptional quality and reliability
- Oversaw all aspects of company administration, including strategic scheduling, selective hiring of additional photographers, targeted marketing campaigns, efficient invoicing, and meticulous accounting practices
- Integrated faith-based principles into business operations, seeking to honor God through ethical practices and excellent service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Lancaster Bible College
Lancaster, PA 08.2021 - Current
Cross Cultural Context Experience
- Southern India: Hyderabad, Warangal, et al. (08/2016)
- Accra & Kumasi, Ghana (03/2018)
- Phan Thong & Phanat Nikom, Thailand (01/2019 & 08/2024)
- St. Mary Parish, Jamaica (08/2022 & 08/2023)
- Juba, South Sudan (03/2023)
- Manado, Indonesia (05/2024)
- Corinth, Greece (09/2024)
Noteworthy Skill Set
- Short-Term & Cross-Cultural Training
- NPO & Business Marketing
- Web Design
- Photojournalism
- Racial Reconciliation
- Modern Standard Arabic (A1 level)
- Vital Soft Skill: Empathy
Military Service
United States Marine Corps, 6672 MOS | 01/01/00, 03/01/04,
- USMC Recruit Training Honor Graduate, Parris Island SC (2000)
- USMC Rifle Expert (2000-2004)
- Operation Enduring Freedom Service Medal (2001)
- USMC Good Conduct Medal (2003)
Speaking Engagements
Missio Nexus National Missions Leaders Conference, 09/11/24 - 09/13/24
Workshop: Engaging All Nations in Mobilization: Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges | Mobilization Track
National Evangelical Missiological Society Conference, 10/07/22 - 10/08/22,
Paper Presented: All Ethne to All Ethne: The African American's Rightful Place in God's Reconciling Work | Missiology & the Black Experience Track
Additional Awards & Affiliations
AWARDS
Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters; Issued by Washington International Theological Seminary | 06/02/24
AFFILIATIONS
Baptist Convention of Maryland & Delaware Women’s Leadership Team | 08/2024 to Present
Multi-Faith Neighbors Network | 03/2024 to Present
- In this role, Morgan engages in events that bring together Christian, Muslim, and Jewish leaders to foster authentic relationships and promote peacemaking and compassionate communities worldwide. In March, Morgan was invited to the Embassy of Qatar's Interfaith Dinner, where she joined other religious and political leaders to discuss new initiatives aimed at promoting religious freedom around the globe.
National African American Missions Council | 06/2022 to Present
Published Works
Getting The Word of God to Oral Contexts | 08/01/24
https://radical.net/article/unreached-in-oral-contexts
What We Can Learn from the First American Missionary | 05/20/24
https://radical.net/article/first-american-missionary
Timeline
Formation and Network Engagement Strategist
unfoldingWord
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Lancaster Bible College
08.2021 - Current
Director of Missions
Northwest Baptist Church, Maryland
12.2019 - Current
Owner & Principal Photographer
Morgan–Raquel & Co. LLC
01.2014 - 01.2024
FIA Content Developer
SRV Partners
4 2024 - Current
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