If you’re exploring doing something extraordinary for the glory of God among the nations, the book “Ask A Missionary” brings clarity and answers for a journey into missions. Because they’ve been there, over one hundred missionaries, including Elisabeth Elliot, George Verwer, Phyllis Kilbourn, Jack Voelkel and Bill Stearns, share their insightful wisdom and practical advice on everything from making the decision to go, to stepping into a new life once on the field and everything in between.
*** How can I know if God is leading me to become a missionary?
*** How do I select a mission organization?
*** What type of academic or practical training should I consider?
*** How will I be funded?
*** How do singles deal with loneliness and isolation overseas?
*** What about the children if we are overseas?
The Editor, John McVay, for over 10 years moderated “Ask a Missionary” discussions online and at conferences such as Urbana, Advancing Churches in Missions Commitment, Global Missions Health, and The Journey Deepens. He’s also an active Brigada participant — so Brigada finds its way into the book in at least 5 occasions. :-) :-) You’ll definitely want this item, if for no other reason than as a keepsake! :-) Order it on Amazon at:
Doug,
I’ll send you a copy of the just-finished-last-month book Skills, Knowledge, Character: A Church-Based Approach to Missionary Candidate Preparation. The underlying thesis is that the local church is especially suited to develop the interpersonal, cross-cultural and self-awareness skills that are mandatory for living successfully overseas. By creating relationships and activities in a supportive environment local church leadership will see missionaries prepared in their church.