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Bev Gigney founded a children's home called Dove's Wings during her years serving in China, having had a clear call to go and work with children in that nation. Along her journey she experienced setbacks and tragedy, which sadly led to her having to leave the mission field very suddenly. An important part of her journey was her return, where she found the post-field life equally difficult, but can testify to God's faithfulness, and the way he has used her in this stage of her journey. We hope that Bev's story will inspire you, and for those who have had similar struggles, we hope it can encourage you. If you would like to discuss any of the issues covered in this interview please don't hesitate to get in touch at https://fieldpartner.org/contact

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Joann Pittman was born as a 'Third Culture Kid' to missionary parents in Pakistan. But little did she know that during her childhood, seeds were being sown that led her to another nation that captured her heart: China. After many years of experience teaching there, Joann has now returned to the USA, where is the Vice President of Partnerships and China Engagement at ChinaSource, an excellent and reputable website that covers events in the nation from the perspective of the church, also acting as a community and resource to equip people.

She also shares the fascinating story behind her book "The Bells are not Silent: Stories of Church Bells in China". Check out ChinaSource, one of our partners, or her blog Outside In.

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After a season of cross-cultural preparation and discernment, David and Vicki worked as missionaries for 20 years in Turkey before their return to the US. They have a strong desire to equip churches to send their missionaries well, with proper preparation and support which led them to create Equipping Servants International, as well as writing David's excellent and practical book: Mission Smart - 15 Critical Questions to Ask Before Launching Overseas.  In this insightful interview, they share their story and some of the wisdom they have acquired over many years on the field. It may be especially helpful for those considering cross-cultural mission for themselves.  

Learn more at fieldpartner.org/equipping-servants-international

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This special episode is a recording of a live event we hosted with Tony Horsfall on the topic of working from a place of rest. To watch the video recording of the event, visit fieldpartner.org/workfromrest.

Tony looked at the important question: How can we joyfully sustain ministry over the long haul of life? The biggest mistake we can make in ministry is to try and work for God rather than work with God. Jesus himself shows us by his example how we can work in partnership with the Father.

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Alan and Jan Kilpatrick have lived a wide-ranging and varied life in ministry and mission, most recently serving in Mozambique. This interview contains their remarkable story of a real-life journey - one with many twists and turns! From church conflict to suffering from depression, their testimony is one of faith and courage in many different contexts. Discover more about Iris at irisglobal.org.uk.

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Geoff and Jackie Bishop were missionaries for many years in Burundi, central Africa. In this interview, they share the events that led them both there, how they met and what their ministry looked like.

But eventually, they were no longer able to work in Burundi, so returned to Australia, where Geoff was from originally - what next? They detail the way they have adapted to use their skillset and experiences in a very different environment from Burundi.

Discover more resources for Post-Field workers on fieldpartner.org/post-field

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Amy Young spent many years as a cross-cultural worker in China, and now works to support cross-cultural workers through various ministries. In this thought-provoking and encouraging interview, Amy shares her experiences of China, her near-death experience, the story of her books and reflections on embracing differences between cultures. 

Check out Amy's ministry Global Trellis: globaltrellis.com

Check out Velvet Ashes: velvetashes.com 

Check out Amy's books: messymiddle.com/books 

- Love Amy: An Accidental Memoir Told in Newsletters from China 

- Enjoying Newsletters: How to Write Christian Communications People Want to Read  

- Looming Transitions - Getting Started: Making the Most of Your First Year In Cross-cultural Service 

- Connect: Starting Your Overseas Life Spiritually Fed

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Rowena and Barry McKnight have been missionaries for many years in Thailand. In this insightful interview into their years of service in various ministries and regions of the country, they share the importance of learning the local language, their experience in church planting and member care for other missionaries. 

Barry & Rowena spent some time in the leadership of the juniper tree. Learn more here: juniper-tree.org 

If you are interested in reading Barry's book, get in touch with us here: fieldpartner.org/contact

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This special episode is a recording of a live event we hosted with Tony Horsfall on the topic of Self-care. To watch the video recording of the event, visit fieldpartner.org/self-care-event. 

‘Self-care for God’s Servants’ asks the question ‘Is self-care valid?’ and then looks practically at ways in which we may care for others without neglecting our own needs. In particular, it looks at the discipline of stopping, and the practice of sabbath.

Onesphore is the Burundian National Director of Great Lakes Outreach.

In this interview, Onesphore shares the story of his birth into an ethnic conflict, his discovery of the calling upon his life and how he worked alongside unreached minority groups in Burundi. He shares his heart to raise up a well-trained generation of missionaries from Burundi and throughout Africa, to return the gospel to Europe and the Americas. 

Check out our earlier episode - an interview with Great Lakes Outreach Founder - Simon Guillebaud. 

You can also watch all of our interviews as videos: fieldpartner.org

Check out our sister podcast - FieldPartner Foundations