Western-National Church Partnerships: Are They Really A Good Idea?
In recent decades many Western churches have moved from sending their own missionaries into developing nations to supporting indigenous ministries.
Category: Volume 40 – Issue 4
Missions and Earthly Things
This issue of Missions on the Web focuses on practical resources and services that cater to the needs of international missionaries.
Persecution: A Biblical and Personal Reflection
If persecution causes the church to flourish, how are we to address persecution around the world?
Transforming Power: Biblical Strategies for Making a Difference
Mercy ministry? Good. Micro-enterprise development? You bet. Disaster relief? Of course. Social action? Uh, you mean political involvement? Isn’t th…
AmeriCAN or AmeriCAN’T? A Critical Analysis of Western Training to the World
It was an e-mail you pray will never be written about you. The message came from an African friend, Zwanda (not his real name). Zwanda and I can be br…
The New Global Mission: The Gospel From Everywhere to Everyone
Compelling reflection, The New Global Mission both elucidates complex issues in contemporary missions and draws the reader to thoughtfully cons…
South Asian Diaspora: Challenges and Opportunities
Over centuries, and especially in recent decades, the South Asian diaspora has increased for demographic, economic, social and political reasons.
Mission in Acts: Ancient Narratives in Contemporary Context
Robert Gallagher and Paul Hertig have edited a book that seeks to bridge the gap between the first century context in which Luke wrote, and the twenty…
Who Needs to Hear?
Both theologically and pragmatically, at least five priorities or questions should be kept in mind when choosing new target areas.
Mission Handbook 2004-2006: U.S. and Canadian Protestant Ministries Overseas (19th ed.)
The new Mission Handbook is out. Frequently I receive questions about which organizations work in a particular country, conduct certain kinds of m…