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Salesforce Conversion Project Leader
Missio Nexus is seeking to convert portions of their existing Association Management System (AMS) to Salesforce. We are looking for a qualified volunteer to steer…
Let’s Develop Sound Missiology for International Student Reentry
Fatima was hostile to the Gospel, attending Christian events and Bible studies on her US campus mostly to argue. Then she experienced answered prayer in Jesus’ name from a Christian friend.
Church and Agency Partnerships
Perspectives from Churches – A report by Jennifer Holloran, COO – Wycliffe Bible Translators On January 21, 2020, more than 30 individuals gathered online to…
On Mission 2020 David Jacob
David Jacob – Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention Seven Keys to Effectively Utilize Missionaries as Mobilizers www.missionarymobilization.org Additional Resources: https://launchsurvey.wordpress.com https://team.agwm.org/repository/pdf/resource//Missionary-Call-Survey-1985-2015-Comparison.pdf https://missionbooks.org/products/mission-in-motion?variant=19692414206070 Transcript Discussion…
Announcing the Wheaton and Missio Nexus Partnership
We are pleased to announce our new Missio Nexus partnership with the Wheaton College Graduate School and the Wheaton College School of Mission Ministry and…
The Futility of Self-Confidence: A Reflection on 1 Timothy 1
The demands and sufferings necessary for advancing the gospel in hard places are to be faced according to the power of God.
Troubling Trends in the American Church
Research published by Charity Navigator found that at least 30% of all charitable giving in the U.S. happens during the month of December, with 12% of donations posted during the last three days of the year.
New EMQ Issue on Networks
EMQ is declaring the 2020s as the “Decade of Collaboration.”
Notable Missionary Deaths in 2019
Bob Finley (May 2, 1922-March 22, 2019) Founder of International Students Inc., and Christian Aid Mission Born in Albemarle County, Virginia, Bob attended the University…
Our Christmas Wish for You
A few years back I was in the capital city of a large Muslim country. It was the first week of December and, much to…
Should I Consider an End of Year Campaign?
Research published by Charity Navigator found that at least 30% of all charitable giving in the U.S. happens during the month of December, with 12% of donations posted during the last three days of the year.
Members onlyDon’t Lose Heart: Gospel Hope for the Discouraged Soul
In the normal course of ministry it is easy to get discouraged. Whether dealing with large-scale tragedies or heartbreaks of broken relationships, broken plans or broken dreams, it can be difficult to avoid discouragement. In this short book by pastor Jason Meyer of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Minneapolis, you will discover that though the reasons for discouragement seem strong, the reasons we have to take heart and hold on to hope are stronger yet. Through biblical truth and personal stories, Meyer encourages the weary and anxious believer by shining light on the nature of reality, the nature of God, and the intersection of the two in our daily lives.
Consultation on Mission Agency Church Engagement
February 10-11, 2020 in Orlando, Florida. Missio Nexus and Wycliffe Bible Translators would like to invite mission agencies to participate in an event designed to…
Members onlyWebinar: Designing Missions Opportunities for Every Life Stage
The arrival of the Millennials launched much discussion about how generational shifts impact missions.
Nine Questions for Healthy Movements
I have had the privilege of spending most of my ministry career with Converge, a movement of 1300+ churches in the US and many others around the world that exists to help people meet, know and follow Jesus by starting and strengthening churches together worldwide.
Members onlyAuthor Interview: Jayson Georges
Patronage is a central part of global cultures and the biblical story of God’s mission. Misunderstanding patronage creates problems not only for Westerners ministering in other cultures, but also for contemporary people reading the Bible.
Members onlyMinistering in Patronage Cultures: Biblical Models and Missional Implications
Patronage is a central part of global cultures and the biblical story of God’s mission. Misunderstanding patronage creates problems not only for Westerners ministering in other cultures, but also for contemporary people reading the Bible.
Organizational Resurrection: Where to Start When Your MPD Culture is Broken
Looking back at my personal history of starting new things versus finishing those same things, I am absolutely convinced it is part of our innate human nature to receive greater enjoyment from the excitement of birthing new things.
Members onlySeeing Around Corners, How to Spot Inflection Points in Business Before they Happen
This book is written to help readers understand when disruptive change is coming and how to prepare for it. The primary thesis is that disruptive change gathers slowly and that those who pay attention will see the signs of it. Then, when certain conditions are met, an inflection point occurs which changes the fundamentals of the business or industry. The book relies heavily on examples and each chapter includes a “Key Takeaways” section at the end.
Puppets Teach Values in Prisons and Schools
Why would you take a children’s puppet show to one of the most violent prisons in a country known for its violent prisons? Amid the ongoing economic and political crisis besetting Venezuela, a team from TWR’s national partner has been on the road much of the summer to stage live puppet shows based on its popular children’s broadcast, “Pedrito el Pulpo” (Little Peter the Octopus).
Church Missions Policies/Handbooks
Church of the Open Door In an effort to inform our Global Outreach Strategy – to impact the world through (1) evangelism, (2) discipleship, and…
Members onlyAuthor Interview: Susan E. Eenigenburg
In a world where always-connected smart devices and search algorithms educate and entertain, “digital Babylon” is the new context for discipleship. This bookreveals findings from a three-year research study of young Christians whose faith remains resilient even in exile. Barna president David Kinnaman teams up with former executive director of Youth Specialties Mark Matlock unveiling new research that uncovers what’s working, positing five practices that contribute to resilience. Enter the world of resilient young adult Christians and learn how they are sustaining faith.
Members onlySacred Siblings: Valuing One Another for the Great Commission
This book helps us to understand how teams come together with varying expectations of what team life should be. Eenigenburg and Grumelot offer ideas and positive practices of valuing one another. Their observations are based on a survey of 289 missionaries, representing 12 mission agencies, where they glean practices not only to help team members build unity and understanding of each other, but also to enable greater effectiveness in ministry. The book will also help agencies make moves to better prepare for the increasingly single next generation of field workers.
Beyond the Newsletter: Communicating Value to Ministry Partners
Keeping in touch with people who we don’t see regularly takes initiative.