Asking for Support
Pt 3: So, Do I just Ask for Missionary Support? It has been suggested that asking for missionary…
Calm the Gorillas
Should missionaries directly ask for financial support? This is a great question with multiple angles. Here is the…
Gain Understanding
When and how to directly ask for missionary financial support can be complex and frightening. We are beginning…
Attitude of Gratitude
Paul opened his epistle to the Philippians by letting them know he prayed and thanked God for them…
Why Short-Term Missions?
Why Short-Term Missions? An estimated 1.6 million North American Christians will go on a short-term mission this year.…
Why a Furlough?
Why a Furlough? Coming back to the States on a missionary furlough was always a strange experience. Preparing…
Dos and Don’ts of Written Communication
Here at Shepherd’s Staff I have the honor of reading dozens of hardcopy newsletters and their contemporary equivalent…
Expand
As part of our continuing series on missionary support raising and communication we look at expanding the breadth…
Contingency Planning
Contingency Planning Security and contingency planning for missionaries and their home churches is often only thought of in…
Written Communication Points
Missionaries, especially direct sent missionaries, communicating with financial and prayer supporters have more options than ever. Some focus…
