"In the context of community, when believers gather to read and discuss God's Word, they discover how the truths in Scripture can be applied to their lives. We've seen this happen in our Timothy groups studying Ephesians."

In our final episode of season 1, our host Leanne White discusses the need for pastoral training in the majority world and shares how groups-based training is bringing unity and transformation to communities of pastors in East Africa.

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.

"Every child needs connection. It's through secure, loving relationships that we can help children heal and thrive. Trauma-informed care is about seeing beyond the behavior to the child's needs and meeting them with compassion and understanding."

In this episode of On the Move, host Leanne White talks with Robin Sweitzer about her experiences with Kids Alive International, focusing on trauma-informed care. Robin explains the significance of forming secure attachments with children who have experienced trauma and shares practical techniques for teaching self-regulation. Through compelling anecdotes, Robin highlights the profound impact of holistic care on children's lives.

Key Highlights

• The Importance of Secure Connections
• Practical Self-Regulation Strategies
• Teaching Trauma-Informed Care to Adults
• Holistic Approach to Care

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.

This week, our host Leanne welcomes her husband and 21C International co-founder, Steve White. Steve has visited East African countries at least four times per year since the launch of 21C International, providing training and coaching to pastors and church leaders in the region. In this episode, he and Leanne talk about the state of the church in East Africa, including the opportunities and challenges facing pastors and leaders.

In this episode:
- The hunger for God's word in East Africa
- Syncretism: what it is a why it's a major challenge in East Africa
- Addressing the prosperity gospel

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.

In this episode of On the Move, host Leanne White sits down with Jan and Debbie Gossner to explore their 35-year journey as Bible translators for the Edolo people in Papua New Guinea. 

They share profound stories of how translating the Bible into the native language has impacted the Edolo community, the unique challenges they faced, and the personal experiences that have shaped their faith and mission work. From miraculous moments of God's provision to the life-changing impact of hearing scripture in one's heart language, this conversation highlights the vital importance of Bible translation in spreading the gospel.

Topics Discussed:

1. The transformative effect of Bible translation on the Edolo people.
2. Personal stories of God's provision and protection during their mission work.
3. The challenges of translating complex New Testament concepts into the Edolo language.
4. The significance of hearing God's word in one's native language.

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.

In this episode of On the Move, host Leanne White speaks with Dan and Beth Sonnenberg from Timothy Two Project International. They share their experiences and insights into the critical need for theological training in majority world countries, particularly in Latin America. 

The Sonnenbergs discuss the challenges and successes in training pastors and children's ministry leaders, highlighting how their efforts are making a difference in spreading the gospel and strengthening communities.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Dan and Beth's journey into ministry and their roles within Timothy Two Project International.
• Specific challenges faced in Latin America, such as the influence of the prosperity gospel and traditional Catholicism.
• The methodologies and curriculum used to train pastors and children's ministry leaders.

Learn more about Timothy Two Project International on their website.

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.

We talk a lot about the Great Commission on this podcast. But the Great Commission can't be fulfilled if we're not obedient to Christ.

In this episode, host Leanne White explores the critical role of obedience in fulfilling the Great Commission. Using the prophet Jeremiah's life as a backdrop, she highlights how God equips those He calls and provides for their needs. Leanne also shares her personal experiences with God's call to ministry, offering practical insights and encouragement for listeners to respond faithfully to their own divine callings.

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.

The need for new Bibles in Eastern European countries like Ukraine, Belarus, and Poland is greater than ever. But what's led to this demand, and how does it relate to the faith of Christians in America?

In this episode, our host Leanne White welcomes Dirk Smith, Vice President of EEM, to discuss the growing demand for Bibles in Eastern Europe. From smuggling Bibles behind the Iron Curtain to distributing them in Ukrainian public schools, Dirk shares inspiring stories of resilience and faith. Learn how the Bible provides comfort and guidance amidst conflict and turmoil.

Key Topics:

• The origins of EEM and its mission to distribute Bibles in Eastern Europe.
• The miraculous story of bringing Bibles to Ukrainian public schools.
• How faith provides hope and meaning in times of crisis and uncertainty.

Learn more about EEM on their website.

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.

In this episode of On the Move, our host Leanne White welcomes Bob Crowe, the Founder and President of BreakThrough to People Network (BTPN).

BTPN started in 1992 as a humanitarian response to the Chernihiv Oblast of Ukraine as a humanitarian ministry to the survivors of the Chernobyl disaster. In 1995, BTPN changed to a Business As Mission (BAM) organization in Eastern Europe to help Christians support their own families and churches. In 2007, BTPN changed its ministry focus to a training ministry for Christian entrepreneurs in business skills using a ministry mindset.

Highlights from this episode:
- The foundation of BreakThrough to People Network
- The impact on the Russian Invasion of 2022 on ministry in Eastern Europe
- The importance of discipleship

Learn more about BreakThrough to People Network on their website.

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.

Married couples and families who serve together in ministry often face myriad challenges, and it's hard not to burn out and step away from ministry.

In this episode, our host Leanne White welcomes Peter and Sherry Coffey to the podcast. Peter and Sherry have served together and individually in a wide variety of camp and outreach ministries, and they have crossed the country together as they follow the Lord's direction. During that time, they've had to learn how to serve God with open hands and trust Him with their ministry and family.

Highlights from this episode:

• Peter and Sherry's ministry journey
• Serving the Lord with open hands
• Staying committed to each other and the Lord's calling through decades of ministry

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.

As followers of Christ, we carry the same message as Jesus' disciples, all of whom gave their lives to preach the gospel.

In this episode, our host Leanne White welcomes Gina Seaman. During high school, Gina was inspired by the zealous faith of two women in her small group. After graduation, Gina completed a Discipleship Training School with YWAM before joining the staff, helping to lead a Discipleship Training School. Now, she's getting ready to leave for a long-term mission in Indonesia.

In their conversation, Leanne and Gina talk about Gina's faith story, her perspective on Christianity in Generation Z, and what it really means to follow Christ.

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Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected].

On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.

Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.