December 2003
The ministry is organized under its earlier name
The ministry begins with a mission and vision to reach less fortunate children in the CSRA and in the Philippines, especially in Mindanao.
What ECAMPI means
Ezra Christian Academy and Ministry for Peace, Inc.
Ezra Christian Academy represents education, Scripture teaching, discipleship, and the ministry's vision of a school without walls.
Ministry for Peace represents the wider work of sharing the Gospel and serving communities through outreach, shelter, practical care, and trusted relationships.
Founders
Henry and Mila Walker
Ezra Christian Academy and Ministry for Peace, Inc. was founded by missionaries Henry and Mila Walker to reach children and families with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Christian teaching, and practical care.
Serving in the Philippines, Henry and Mila have spent decades ministering to local communities, establishing churches, and providing educational support.
Origin story
Organized to reach children with the Gospel and practical care
The organization began under its earlier name, Ezra Christian Ministry for Peace, Inc., in December 2003. Its mission and vision were to reach less fortunate children in the Philippines, particularly on the island of Mindanao. In January 2004, the word "Academy" was added to the ministry name.
The ministry's focus is soul winning, teaching the Holy Scripture, and extending social services. As an academy, ECAMPI is envisioned as a "school without walls" as the ministry goes out to preach and teach the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to whosoever will hear.
Ministry journey
A calling that moved from burden to organized ministry
The ministry story is rooted in evangelism, teaching, and practical care for children and families in need.
January 2004
Academy is added to the ministry name
ECAMPI embraces the idea of a school without walls, going out to preach and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ through Scripture, discipleship, and practical service.
Continuing
Registered ministry with a Gospel-centered mission
The ministry is registered as a nonprofit organization in the State of Georgia, USA. Its registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission in the Philippines uses the name Ezra Ministry for Peace.
Mission
The Great Commission
ECAMPI's mission is grounded in Matthew 28:18-20. Jesus Christ calls His people to go, teach all nations, baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, and teach obedience to all He commanded.
The ministry serves because Christ commanded His people to be witnesses for Him. Those who have strength and maturity are called to care for the young, tender, and weak, serving in God's will and for His glory.
"Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost."
Matthew 28:19
Statement of faith
What ECAMPI believes
These convictions shape the ministry's preaching, teaching, service, and fellowship.
Vision
Practical solutions that rebuild lives and point to Christ
The primary thrust of this ministry is to open opportunities for clients who are at risk socially or economically. Ezra Ministry seeks to develop programs that offer practical solutions to real needs while sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ in Christian fellowship.
- Provide for physical needs such as food, utilities, and shelter.
- Support literacy, vocational training, skills development, household management, parenting, and nutrition.
- Develop programs that help beneficiaries rebuild their lives, reclaim self-worth, and build hope.
- Continue toward the future vision of shelter for socially displaced children.
Next steps
Choose a clear way to learn, pray, or partner
Learn more about the ministry, read stories from the field, or begin a conversation about prayer and support.
Stand with Henry and Mila Walker in the work
Pray for the ministry, learn about current needs, and ask how you can support the Gospel work of ECAMPI.