MSAACS & Global Next Study Abroad

Next Conference is march 10-19, 2026

The MSAACS and Global Next study abroad program takes high school students, college students, young professionals and adults out of their comfort zones and into the world. Our goal is to help people understand the world in context and understand God’s place for them in this world.

It’s time that you joined us! Come see the world and change your worldview!


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tokyo & hiroshima, Japan

march 9-19, 2026

Our Upcoming conference


War and Peace: A Christian Perspective on Global Conflict

In the very spot where a nuclear weapon was first used, we will take a look at a world that seems to be in constant turmoil. In this course we will take a look at episodes of World War 2, Japan’s involvement, the use of nuclear weapons and ask the question “was World War 2 the last ‘good’ war?” We will also consider current global conflicts, proxy wars, U.S. foreign policy, the purpose of NATO and even 5th Generational Warfare (the manipulation of information through mainstream and social media). Most importantly, we will discuss how Christ followers can respond to a confusing, reality-rejecting, media-saturated world while bringing honor to God and the Gospel message to the world.


Dr. Phil johnson

Dr. Phil Johnson is the founder and president of Global Next Research Group and Leadership Institute. Phil is a former educator, administrator and developer of educational programs, but he currently uses his expertise to speak to audiences and train leaders throughout the US, Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia. 


Through the research arm of his organization, Phil has met with leaders, influencers and journalists in places such as Moscow, Israel, Ethiopia, Pakistan, Egypt, Syria, Yemen, Libya and Afghanistan. His extensive travel, research, writing and first-person interviews across the world bring a unique perspective to his work in developing a new generation of leaders.