A person’s journey towards cross-cultural missions often takes twists and turns over a period of several years. Some get discouraged and give up. Others travel the missions path on their own, contacting their church only when they are ready to ask for financial support. By this point in their journey, decisions have been made and processes set in motion that don’t always match the priorities and requirements established by their church.

Churches and potential workers should walk the path together toward cross-cultural service. Future missionaries need the affirmation and direction of their church leaders. They need to clearly understand the church’s global priorities and their requirements for missionary service. They need the support of a community of others who are on a similar journey. . .[Click below to continue]