About Cross to Persia Ministries
Cross to Persia Ministries (CTP) is a U.S.-based Christian nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening Persian-speaking Christian communities in the diaspora. We equip believers and leaders with spiritual, practical and creative resources to grow in faith, multiply disciples and serve their communities.
Our vision
Rooted in Scripture and grounded in the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18–20).
To see Persian believers and leaders equipped, strengthened, and connected to the global Church — flourishing in faith, multiplying disciples, and serving their communities with the love and power of Jesus Christ.
Raising Persian leaders and strengthening the Persian Church diaspora
Our Mission
To fulfill the Great Commission among Persian-speaking people by equipping believers and leaders through discipleship, leadership development, Christian media and resources, practical care, and partnership with the global Church.
Our Team
Our Beliefs
Our Purpose
Our Programs
Bridge Role
Next Steps
Our Beliefs & Values
- We believe in one God, eternally existing as Father, Son (Jesus Christ), and Holy Spirit.
- We believe salvation is through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ alone.
- We believe the Bible is the inspired, authoritative Word of God.
- We believe the Gospel is for all nations, including the Persian people.
- We believe faith in Christ transforms life, work, relationships, and community through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Who We Serve
- Persian-speaking believers and Christian leaders in the diaspora
- Persian-speaking refugees and displaced families
- Emerging leaders, creatives and disciple-makers
- Churches and ministries partnering in Persian ministry
How We Serve
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Discipleship & leadership development
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Holistic Disciple-Making (HDM) — integrating faith into life, work, and community
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Business as Mission (BAM) — sustainable, faith-based trainings that empower local leaders
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Media outreach, translation, and resource distribution
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Compassionate support including humanitarian and practical care
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Strategic global partnerships
Our Core Value
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Truth – Rooted in Scripture and integrity
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Hope – Sharing Christ’s light amid hardship
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Creativity – Redeeming media and art for the Gospel
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Partnership – Collaborating with churches and mission networks
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Discipleship – Equipping believers to multiply disciple-makers
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Stewardship – Managing resources with transparency and generosity
Our Role as a Spiritual Bridge
We connect Persian-speaking Christian communities with churches, ministries and mission partners around the world to encourage collaboration, discipleship and long-term ministry relationships.
Our Team & Leadership
ross to Persia Ministries is governed by a U.S.-based Board of Directors and supported by volunteers and ministry partners internationally.
Security and Confidentiality
We protect the privacy and security of the people and partners we serve.
Meet Our Team Members
Omid Rad
Executive director
Charles W.
Chair of the board of directors
Samuel W.
Secretary
Seth G.
Treasurer
Daryna R.
Media Director
Our Global Ambassadors
Ambassador
Canada
Ambassador
Singapore
Ambassador
South Korea
Ambassador
U.K
Ambassador
Germany