Mike EastonFeb 264 minBeyond Reverse Culture Shock IntroductionI’m a World War II history nerd. I have watched almost every documentary out there on this time period. As the largest conflict in...
Megan NortonFeb 195 minHelping Older TCKs Transition to CollegeMany third-culture kids (TCKs) return to their passport country to pursue higher education. Some do so due to language, some due to...
Ryan MartinFeb 126 minWays to Invite Missionary Influence in the ChurchI get most energized by being on the field with missionaries, but a close second is hearing from them while they are stateside. Walking...
Erica BeilerJan 224 minA Church Re-Entry ExampleBelow is an example of how churches can debrief short-term teams during re-entry. As you take your team through this activity, give them...
Bruce MewbourneJan 154 minWhere to Now? Helping Short-Term Teams Return WellGetting excited about sending out short-term teams is easy. A short-term mission experience is, perhaps, one of the most effective ways...
Megan NortonDec 18, 20236 minHelping TCKs through Re-EntryReverse culture shock (also called re-entry stress) can occur when you return to your “home” country after spending time in another...
Ryan MartinJun 12, 20236 minPost-Field Care: Plan, Presence, and Pathways to ReengagementPost-field care can be the most challenging care for churches to provide. Missionaries come home for numerous reasons—scheduled visits,...
Shirley RalstonJul 1, 20211 minHealthy At Home: More Resources for Healthy Minds, Bodies, Souls, and Practical NeedsHere is a list of resources to further help you care for your sent ones' mind, body, soul, and practical needs.
Shirley RalstonJun 28, 20215 minHealthy at Home: Helping HandsRelying on the local church for travel, lodging plans, and fellowship has long been the norm for those sent out to deliver the Good News.