These sources provide a multifaceted look at the life and work of William Cameron Townsend, the founder of Wycliffe Bible Translators and SIL Global. They highlight how his initial efforts to share Spanish Bibles in Guatemala were challenged by an indigenous man who questioned why God didn't speak his language, sparking Townsend's lifelong dedication to Bible translation for minority language groups. The texts explore Townsend's pragmatic approach to missions, including his emphasis on linguistic training through Camp Wycliffe and later SIL, his complex views on involving national workers, and the development of the non-sectarian, scientific nature of his organizations. They also touch upon his relationship with governments, the development of aviation services like JAARS, and the impact of his work on global Bible translation efforts. Several sources are clearly related to promoting or discussing Townsend's legacy and the work of Wycliffe.

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11. Cameron Townsend, a missionary with a strategic plan

A Man With a Vision - Wycliffe Bible Translators USA Homepage

A TV Interview with the founder of Wycliffe Bible Translators, Uncle Cam Townsend

Cameron Townsend: Good News in Any Language by Janet & Geoff Benge - Mom's Plans

Cameron Townsend: Good News in Every Language (Christian Heroes: Then and Now)

Language and Culture Archives William Cameron Townsend and his philosophy of national involvement in the Summer Institute of Linguistics

William Cameron Townsend - Missions Box