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Partnership Development and the Coronavirus
Many of you in the middle of raising support may be wondering what to do during this unprecedented time.

The Great Commission: What is Our Goal?
When my wife and I arrived in Indonesia in 1978, at its core our sending mission agency identified three Great Commission tasks.
Join Us as We Pray for Our Nation and Leaders
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER — May 7, 2020 On behalf of Missio Nexus and the Missio Benefits Committee we would like to invite you, your…

Setting Your Focus
My wife homeschooled our children for a few years. She did a great job motivating our kids. She set an end of the year reward for the kids to go to an amusement park if they hit their weekly and semester goals.

My Anchor Holds – Hebrews 6:19-20 (TPT)
We want to pause a moment and just share a little Jesus together. Yes, we have tips and suggestions about partnership development amid the current coronavirus situation; however, all of our action must stem from our foundation in Christ. So, grab a mug of tea or a cup of coffee and let’s sit with the Lord of All for a little bit.

Mission Agency Church Engagement
By Jennifer Holloran (Chief Operating Officer, Wycliffe USA and Missio Nexus Board Member) On February 10-11, 2020, representatives from 23 organizations came together for a…

Shelter in Place
I’ve been a missionary for over twenty years in Asia with OMF International, and now my wife and I are on Home Assignment, what used to be called “furlough” in days of yore. Our return to “the field” is uncertain. Like many, we abide by shelter in place orders. For now, our country of service has banned international flights, and our sending country has banned travel abroad.

Coronavirus and Fundraising?
Question: With the Coronavirus pandemic shutting down much of the world, what can you do now in fundraising? Nothing? Wait until things improve?

A Missiology of Social Distancing: Ministry Innovation in the Midst of Biosecurity Events
The extent to which biosecurity events like this current COVID-19 pandemic affect the world, including mission, are yet to be determined.

How to Handle an Abrupt Transition
I wrote Looming Transitions with known transitions in mind. But what the world has been experiencing recently is the exact opposite of a looming transition.

Care for Relationships as we Shelter in Place
Since the worst of the COVID crisis in China had passed, there are news reports of an alarming increase in the number of applications for divorce.

Wanna Go For a Sprint?
An MPD Sprint is a 30-45 day period in which full-time staff spend part-time (20 hours a week) in a support raising season supported by a coach and in community with fellow staff.
Sponsorship Notification Regarding the Coronavirus
June 23, 2020Conference Update This update about the Mission Leaders Conference will not come as a surprise. We have all seen events, one after another, cancel or convert…
No, Every Organization is NOT a Startup Now
For almost all of us, it is too early to know what the best course of action is going to be.
Explore God’s Heart for Muslims this Ramadan
Join in 30 Days of Powerful Prayer This Ramadan, please join in praying that Muslims will hear about and embrace Christ’s saving power. That All…
Our Global Workers Have Something to Share With Us
By Denise Beck As the world pivots into what it means to be removed from physical connection as a main form of business, relationships, socializing,…
Notice Regarding the Coronavirus
May 27, 2020Conference Update The 2020 Mission Leaders Conference will be held in September at the Rosen Center. We are monitoring the developments surrounding COVID-19.…
Covid-19: How Will You Go to A World in Self-Isolation?
By Matthew Watts Self-isolation. Social distancing. I understood these terms without needing an explanation. But I am not sure I heard them before the coronavirus…
Funding Fall Out from COVID-19
Fallout on Giving is Almost a Certainty by Ted Esler, Missio Nexus President According the research at Giving USA, annualized giving has gone up 3.3%…
How to Pray During COVID-19
Let’s stop and remember some Biblical truths about the coronavirus and what you can do.

Will You Trust the Lord?
My heart raced. My forehead beaded with sweat. I even laughed out loud!

Mobilization Ideation 2020 Events
If you are looking for a premier mobilization training and development opportunity, Mobilization Ideation is for you!

Four Pieces of Advice for Single Men Looking to Get Involved in Mission
If you look up “Single Men in Missions” online, you essentially get 4 different results.

On Mission 2020 – On Demand
On Mission 2020 is still available to watch! Check out – On Mission On Demand Watch the full broadcast, or access all the videos one…