Church Mission Society (CMS) and the South American Mission Society (SAMS) are currently in talks over a possible merger or closer collaboration.
SAMS has been working for more than 150 years to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ in Latin American countries, while CMS has been dedicated to worldwide mission for over two hundred years.
Canon Patrick Coghlan, Chair of Trustees at SAMS, said: "Mission has a lot to gain from closer relationship between SAMS and CMS. The roots and vision of both Societies mirror each other.
"SAMS will gain from the experience and expertise available from a larger agency and wider global network. South Americans are already being called to mission in other continents where CMS has a presence."
The merger talks are focused on bringing the two societies closer together within CMS' global mission network of over 200 alliances while at the same allowing SAMS to maintain its unique integrity and focus.
The Rt Rev David Urquhart, Chair of Trustees at CMS, added: "We are excited by the possibility of working more closely with SAMS. The two Societies have much in common, not least a similar theological stance.
"CMS has much to learn from the South American Church. We hope we can reach full agreement on the way forward in a few months' time."
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