Joshua Bonelli

First Baptist Church of Pensacola, Florida
Collegiate/University Missionary
Pensacola Florida
First Baptist Church of Pensacola
November 16
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About My Family

My name is Josh Bonelli, and I am from Pensacola, Fla. I grew up overseas for 14 years as a missionary kid with the International Mission Board. I’m blessed with great, supportive parents and three amazing siblings. I’m also soon to be married to my wonderful fiancée, and we’re excited to begin our life and ministry together as we follow where the Lord leads.

I earned my degree in Cross-Cultural Business Management from William Carey University and am currently pursuing an M.A. in Cross-Cultural Studies from NOBTS. I now serve as a Church Ministry Partner through First Baptist Pensacola in partnership with the Pensacola Baptist Collegiate Ministry (BCM). My heart is to reach, disciple and mobilize college students at the University of West Florida (UWF) and Pensacola State College (PSC), especially those from unreached people groups.

About My Ministry

The mission of the BCM in Pensacola is to make Christ known as we grow in our love for Him and to walk in His likeness. We are a community of Jesus followers from UWF and PSC on a mission to reach the campus, serve the church and to live for Christ. We desire to engage college students with the gospel so they become obedient Christ followers through local churches. We make it a priority to connect students quickly into local churches, encourage them to love their campus and serve in different capacities while sharing the love of Christ. I will work with international students, lead Bible discovery groups, plan outreach events and help yo train student leaders.

In a world where truth constantly shifts, my desire is to proclaim the unchanging truth of Jesus so students may find lasting rest, joy and purpose in Him.

Pray

Pray that I will stay rooted in God’s Word and walk closely with Him, lead with wisdom, humility and a servant’s heart and have a strong, Christ-centered marriage as we begin life and ministry. Pray we would have open doors with students at UWF and PSC, especially among unreached people groups. Pray our outreach events and Bible studies will lead to life transformation. Pray we would be bold in gospel conversations. Pray God will raise up and equip student leaders. Pray we would have effective training for students to live on mission. Pray we would have provision of financial support and strong church partnerships.

Participate

The greatest way you can partner is through prayer and giving. This ministry depends on faithful prayer and generous support. Would you consider joining my team through prayer and giving as we reach students at UWF and PSC with the gospel? Sign up for updates and join us in advancing God’s kingdom on campus.
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