The mission of The Institute of Church Ministry (ICM) is to share the expertise and resources of Andrews University and the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary with the Adventist church in North America, thus aiding denominational decision-makers and facilitating the larger church in the accomplishment of its goals. The work of ICM is based on the belief that the tools of social science can join with Biblical and theological insights in advancing the objectives of the church. The purpose of ICM is to provide resources for ministry in meeting the challenges of a variety of issues in the contemporary world. This mission and purpose are carried out through research, publications, development of materials, information processing, and consultation.