THE SYKES
To The Dominican Republic

Making Disciples Who Make Disciples

MEET OUR FAMILY

Our journey in missions began in 2015 when God called us to serve as church planters in Venezuela. We poured our hearts into making disciples and sharing the gospel, but when the doors to Venezuela eventually closed, God opened a new one. In August of 2020, we began a new chapter in the Dominican Republic, where we’ve been joyfully serving ever since.

Making disciples isn’t just something we do—it’s our family business. Our kids serve right alongside us, each using their unique gifts to invest in the lives of others. Whether it’s through music, media, children’s ministry, or discipleship, we serve together with one purpose: to make Jesus known and to help others follow Him.

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WHAT WE DO AND HOW WE DO IT!

We look for every opportunity to have gospel-centered conversations in our community

LIFE-ON-LIFE DISCIPLESHIP

We are passionate about discipleship because it’s so much more than a program—it’s a relationship. Discipleship gives us the opportunity to walk alongside new believers as they grow in their faith and take steps toward spiritual maturity. It’s a journey marked by friendship, accountability, and transformation. But discipleship isn’t one-sided. As we pour into others, we’re challenged and sharpened in our own walk with Christ. These relationships help us grow too. The ultimate goal? That together, we all begin to look more and more like Jesus.

EMPOWERING NATIONALS

We believe our role as missionaries isn’t to simply hold ministry titles or fill positions—it’s to equip and empower. Our heart is to spiritually prepare and walk alongside Dominican believers so they can reach their own people with the gospel. They know the culture, the language, and the heartbeat of their communities in ways we never fully can. Our job is to invest deeply in their spiritual growth and leadership development, trusting that God will use them far beyond what we could ever do on our own. True impact happens when nationals are equipped to lead the charge in gospel ministry.

BUILDING GOSPEL RELATIONSHIPS IN OUR COMMUNITY

We see every day as a new opportunity to establish and deepen gospel-centered relationships in our community. Whether it’s a trip to the grocery store, the hardware store, or simply walking through our neighborhood, we live with intentionality—believing that each interaction is a chance to reflect Christ and connect with others. Ministry doesn’t just happen in church buildings—it happens in everyday moments, as we seek to build trust, show love, and share the hope of the gospel wherever we go.

WHY PARTNERSHIP IS IMPORTANT!

Expands the gospel’s reach through shared prayer, support, and mission.

Missions is not a solo journey—it’s a team effort. When you partner with us through prayer and financial support, you become a vital part of what God is doing in the Dominican Republic. You may not walk these streets daily, but your partnership places you right in the heart of the mission field.

Your support empowers us physically and spiritually to serve, teach, disciple, and share the gospel every single day. It allows us to focus fully on the work God has called us to, knowing we’re not carrying the load alone.

But partnership is more than just giving—it’s participating. When you support us, you are directly impacting lives for eternity. You also have the opportunity to come, see, and serve alongside us on short-term missions, experiencing firsthand the work you’re investing in.

Together, we can reach people with the love of Christ, raise up local leaders, and multiply disciples across this island. You may be miles away, but your partnership makes you a missionary right here with us.

Let’s do this together! The harvest is ready!