Should you have a degree in missiology to lead missions at your church? What about years of experience as a missionary? While those things can be valuable, we believe all you really need is the right foundation. That’s why we published Missiology for Missions Pastors: A Practical Introduction for Church Leaders.
 
In this free Sending Church Online Training, Upstream's executive director of equipping, Bradley Bell, hosts a conversation with fellow editor and Missio Nexus president Ted Esler, along with several of the book’s contributors—including Sharon Hoover, Ray Mensah, Dave Childers, Brian Fikkert, Nathan Sloan, Mark Byrom, and Larry McCrary. Together they unpack why missiology matters, share the vision behind the book, and offer practical insights that missions leaders can immediately apply in their churches.
 
You’ll learn:
What “missiology” really means—and why it isn’t just for academics.
The most pressing challenges church leaders face in missions today.
Practical takeaways from each contributor’s area of expertise.