Missions is rapidly entering a new age marked by a decline in the growth of Western missionary-sending and a rapid increase in non-Western missions growth.

Handling conflicting emotions is a difficult task. Yet it is something we all face at one time or another. As we progress through life we inevitably encounter change, separation, and loss.

There are many obstacles to fuller integration of women in mission work.

Missionary women face distinctive challenges in their service.

As we planned for theological education by extension (TEE) in Argentina, we sought a program that would develop leaders who could demonstrate Bible knowledge, ministry skills, and traits of Christian character. We did not anticipate the reception the program has enjoyed, nor the results we have already seen.

Is there biblical precedent for deputation? Do any of the teachings of Jesus or Paul bear on it? Can any of the advantages of deputation be fulfilled in a more scriptural way?

Fifteen years later, how have we done?

Reports from around the world.

Case studies examine three successful support models.

Lessons learned which went far beyond the fund-raising and prayer-raising function of deputation.