LCU to serve community during fall SENDLA

September 29, 2026

SENDLA, Louisiana Christian University’s semi-annual day of serving the community, will happen Tuesday, Oct. 6.

It is rooted in Matthew 28, where Jesus commands His followers to “go and make disciples of all nations.” Once each semester, the campus steps outside the classroom and into the community to serve alongside local organizations and ministries.

“SENDLA is all about showing the gospel in action,” said President Dr. Mark Johnson, who began the initiative in the spring. “We have the unique opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus throughout Central Louisiana.”

Following a commissioning chapel service, students, faculty, and staff will spread throughout the parish to minister in practical and relational ways, showing the gospel in action.

Participating Locations Include: 

  • First Baptist Church of Tioga
  • Main Street Mission
  • Rolling Hills (Tioga Area)
  • Pineville Park Baptist Church
  • Philadelphia Baptist Alexandria (Hangers of Hope)
  • Rapides Parish Library
  • Cenla Pregnancy Center
  • Family of Grace
  • Hope House
  • Food Bank of Central Louisiana
  • Fostering Community
  • Evangelism Team
  • Faith Baptist Church
  • Campus Prayer Walk (PTA & NURSING)
  • American Red Cross

SENDLA takes place every fall and spring semester. Other organizations that would like to be involved are encouraged to contact the university.

SENDLA is sponsored by the SEND Network and the Louisiana Baptists.

 

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Media Release     |     September 29, 2026     |     Pineville, Louisiana
Contact: Dr. Elizabeth B. Clarke, Director of University Communications | Elizabeth.clarke@lcuniversity.edu