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Global Mission Toolbox episodes

June 28, 2021 155: Re-engaging Short-Term Missions After a Pandemic Pause
As Covid restrictions lift in some countries and travel resumes more regularly, this episode considers when, why, and how churches should re-engage with short-term mission opportunities. Tory Ruark, an experienced short-term mission trip coordinator offers insights to guide important discussions and decisions.
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31 min
June 01, 2021 Rediscovering a Clear, Biblical Vision for Global Missions
In this episode, Matthew Ellison challenges us to think biblically about missions and to act in accordance with God’s calling on our lives. Matthew highlights several thought-provoking ideas from a new book he co-edited. You will be encouraged by the insights found in this episode!
Bio:
Matthew Ellison is the co-author of “When Everything is Missions” and the new release, “Conversations on When Everything is Missions.” Matthew served as a missions pastor at a mega-church for nine years, where he realized that there was a growing wave of churches desiring active global engagement in missions. This led to the founding of Sixteen:Fifteen where he is both President and a Church Missions Coach. For over a decade he has been coaching churches and helping them develop missions vision and strategy.
Show Notes:
When Everything is Missions
Episode 065: Is Every Christian a Missionary?
Sixteen:Fifteen
Conversations on When Everything is Missions
Missions Frontiers: What Happens When Everything is Missions?
Episode 008: 6 Trends Affecting Missions (Part 1)
Episode 009: 6 Trends Affecting Missions (Part 2)
Episode 026: Why Church Plant?
JD Payne’s Website
Strike the Match Podcast
When Everything is Missions Website
Gospel Meditations for Missions
Peer 2 Peer Gatherings
Perspectives
The Mobilized Church Workshop
Episode 143: Developing a Biblical Theology of Risk
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Topics: Biblical Foundation
40 min
June 01, 2021 154: Rediscovering a Clear, Biblical Vision for Global Missions
In this episode, Matthew Ellison challenges us to think biblically about missions and to act in accordance with God’s calling on our lives. Matthew highlights several thought-provoking ideas from a new book he co-edited. You will be encouraged by the insights found in this episode!
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40 min
April 12, 2021 Making Disciples of Jesus in Alaska and Northern Canada
Jim Stamberg and Derek Baker share their inspiring vision of making Northern disciple makers. Currently serving in Alaska and the Yukon, they have a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of ministry in the North. Listen to hear how God is at work in Northern Canada and Alaska!
Bio:
Jim Stamberg is the Area Director for SEND North. He and his wife Marissa met while attending Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. They started their ministry with SEND in Naknek, Alaska where they were involved in youth, pastoral, and aviation ministries for nearly seven years. They have been in Anchorage serving in leadership since 2015.
Derek Baker is the Assistant Area Director of SEND North. He and his wife Jenny serve as the Canadian Regional Ministry Director and live in Whitehorse, Yukon with their two teenagers, Emilie and Dawson. Derek and his family have lived in Yukon for almost 14 years.
Show Notes:
Alaskan Bush Adventures: Lessons from the Land, Lessons from the Lord
Colliding with the Call: When Following God Takes You To the Wilderness
The Bush Man and the Spirits
Contact Jim at [email protected]
Contact Derek at [email protected]
Episode 078: Reaching Out to Indigenous Communities- Philip Lee
Episode 074: Exploring the Value of a Church Vision Trip- Simon Marrable
SEND North
Opportunities in SEND North
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Topics: Mission Field
51 min
April 12, 2021 153: Making Disciples of Jesus in Alaska and Northern Canada
Jim Stamberg and Derek Baker share their inspiring vision of making Northern disciple makers. Currently serving in Alaska and the Yukon, they have a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of ministry in the North. Listen to hear how God is at work in Northern Canada and Alaska!
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February 01, 2021 How is God at Work in Europe? – Encore Episode
Jon Burns of Greater Europe Mission describes some of the ways he sees God at work in Europe. Jon and Mags discuss why the North American church should participate in sharing the gospel in Europe. Jon highlights opportunities for churches around the world to be involved in missions work in Europe.
Bio:
Jon Burns is the president and CEO of Greater Europe Mission. Jon has been a pastor and church-planter and has held key positions in several Christian mission organizations including Youth for Christ and More than Gold. Jon founded the Lionsraw movement which recruits football fans to help needy communities and disadvantaged children.
Show Notes:
Greater Europe Mission
Youth for Christ
Lionsraw
Prayer Resources from Greater Europe Mission
Worth the Risk – John Gilberts and Jazz Jones Becker
Messiology – George Verwer
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Topics: Mission Field
31 min
February 01, 2021 152: How is God at Work in Europe? – Encore Episode
Jon Burns of Greater Europe Mission describes some of the ways he sees God at work in Europe. Jon and Mags discuss why the North American church should participate in sharing the gospel in Europe. Jon highlights opportunities for churches around the world to be involved in missions work in Europe.
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January 18, 2021 Resting in God’s Love: Soul Care for Mission Workers – Encore Episode
Spiritual-care facilitator Mike Bowden addresses two common questions that he often hears from mission workers about their spiritual vitality. Mike helps us understand why it’s essential for mission workers and all Christ-followers to rest in the love of God.
Bio:
Mike Bowden is a spiritual care facilitator with TEAM who provides soul care for mission workers around the world. He received his training in spiritual formation from North Park Seminary in Chicago. He also served 17 years as a TEAM missionary in the Czech Republic with his wife Sonja and their two daughters before returning to live in Michigan in 2012.
Show Notes:
Blog Post: Why Missions Can’t Fix Your Relationship With God (https://www.team.org/article/why-missions-cant-fix-your-relationship-with-god)
Invitation to a Journey by M. Robert Mulholland Jr
Trauma and Resilience – A Handbook: Effectively Supporting Those Who Serve God – Schaefer and Schaefer
Spiritual Vitality Recommended Resources from Mike Bowden
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Topics: Member Care
32 min
January 18, 2021 151: Resting in God’s Love: Soul Care for Mission Workers – Encore Episode
Spiritual-care facilitator Mike Bowden addresses two common questions that he often hears from mission workers about their spiritual vitality. Mike helps us understand why it’s essential for mission workers and all Christ-followers to rest in the love of God.
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32 min
January 03, 2021 Partnering with the Church in the Middle East
In today's episode, we will hear about the current state of the church in the Middle East and be encouraged by the ways God is working in that part of the world. Pierre also shares ways that the North American church can partner with the church in the Middle East to help make disciples of Jesus.
Bio:
Pierre Rashad Houssney is a Lebanese-American who grew up in the context of cross-cultural ministry among Muslims and international students. For over 15 years Pierre has served with Horizons International, and helps lead a team of nationals and missionaries who run centers for evangelism and discipleship in several Middle Eastern countries. He also co-edited the book Engaging Islam, and played a lead role in the development and teaching of the Engaging Islam curriculum. Being fluent in English and Arabic, Pierre teaches Arab and Western Christians for effective ministry to Muslims. He and his wife, Gigi, and their three children live in Beirut, Lebanon.
Show Notes:
Episode 123: How is God Working in Europe?
Episode 097: How is God at Work in Central Asia?
Episode 104: What is the Ibero-American Missions Sending Movement?
Horizons International
Engaging Islam Book
Horizons Virtual Vision Trips
Engaging Islam Course
Contact Pierre at [email protected]
If you are interested in virtual vision trips, email [email protected]
Episode 20: Doing Cross Cultural Relationships Well
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Topics: Global Church
36 min