MISSIONS

Going the distance makes a difference. Just as Paul in Acts 17 sought to understand the worldview and customs of the Athenians to communicate Christ, missionaries today must connect with people in their cultural context. The Gospel never changes, but how we share it must be thoughtful and relevant.

Extended Studies in Missions equips you to share the Gospel effectively across cultures. Our instructors bring decades of hands-on experience from mission fields worldwide, blending practical training with a deep heart for evangelism. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to build bridges, serve faithfully, and proclaim Christ in diverse cultural settings.

MISSIONS
EXTENDED STUDIES CLASSES

  • Understanding multiple facets of culture—how it influences worldview, the implementation of different systems, and one’s ability to share the Gospel message effectively. Developing good strategies for maintaining all aspects of missionary and family health before the field, on the field, and returning from the field.

  • Learning the ins and outs of building spiritual and financial partners for mission service. Effective ways and strategies to build lasting supporter relationships. Understanding the dynamics and good practices of mission team formation and function with people of similar and different cultural backgrounds.

  • Learning principles that help Christian missionaries develop their own character of leadership and the practice of leading others.

  • Forming a strategic plan for executing long-term ministry in missions. The study of practical procedures and methodologies for starting and growing new churches both stateside and abroad.

** Mission teams seeking additional preparation can participate in a customized plan following graduation that is about six months in length and is geared toward getting ready “to go” with a specific field in mind (Advanced School of Missions).