Prospective Missionaries

A few ideas and recommendations for those who may consider becoming a missionary

Frequently asked questions
Recommended mission class
Mission books
Brochures on being a missionary
Universities and schools with Mission Programs
Assistance in finding a position

Frequently asked questions

Why should I become involved in missions and Frontier Missions in particular?

Where do I start if I think I want to be a missionary?

Where can I get training if I want to be a missionary?

Recommended missions class - a great class to get started

PERSPECTIVES on the World Christian Movement is a dynamic course where you'll discover what God is doing around the world and consider your part in His purposes. (more)

Perspectives is offered throughout the year at extension sites around the world. Over 50,000 people have taken this course in North America.

(Korean language) "Mission Perspectives" This text is a translation of the Notebook version of the 1999 "Perspectives on The World Christian Movement" reader available through The William Carey Library

Some other resources generated from Perspectives

Mission books -

A book every Christians should have


Operation World 21 Century edition, by Patrick Johnstone , A 800 page reference book on the religious situation in every country of the world, updated approximately every seven years.


Recommended biographies/stories and related books


Adventures in Africa by Charles Partee
And the Word Came with Power Story of how the Balangao perple of the Philippines came out of darkness into His light - order from Wycliffe
Behind the Ranges by Geraldine Taylor J.O. Fraser`s heroic story as he works among the Lisu people of China. Order from Overseas Missionary Fellowship
Bruchko by Bruce Olson - It is the story of Bruce Olson and the Motilone tribe of Colombia, an engaging story of 200 pages,
Eternity in Their Hearts by Don Richardson - The story of Christianity among folk religions of ancient people.
In Search of the Source by Neil Anderson - This is the story of Bible translators, Neil and Carol Anderson, and how the Scriptures pierced and transformed an entire civilization.
Peace Child by Don Richardson - The story of the Sawi people of Irian Jaya coming to Christ through their undestanding of a redemptive analogy.
Shadow of the Almighty by Elizabeth Elliot - The life and testament of Jim Elliot reaching the Aucas of Ecuador.
Stronger than the Strong by Louise Morris - The story of Jim and Louise Morris work among the Pwo Karen people of North Thailand leading them to Christ. Order from Overseas Missionary Fellowship http://www.us.omf.org/

Unless otherwise indicated order from William Carey Library. (Send the Light)
P. O. Box 1047, Waynesboro, GA 30830, USA. Email: Gabriel@WCLBooks.com. Phone: 8MOREBOOKS (1-866-732-6657) Outside of the U.S., call (706) 554-1594) -


Books recommenced for those considering being a missionary


Send Me! Your Journey to the Nations, by Steve Hoke & Bill Taylor
A 130 page workbook style guide, in three phases, to walk one through the key elements of becoming a missionary

On Being A Missionary - By Thomas Hale
An experienced missionary writes about what it means to be a missionary.

Order from William Carey Library. (Send the Light)
P. O. Box 1047, Waynesboro, GA 30830, USA. Email: Gabriel@WCLBooks.com. Phone: 8MOREBOOKS (1-866-732-6657) Outside of the U.S., call (706) 554-1594) -

Brochures on being a missionary

 

 

The Trail Map - A Global Journey for God's Glory. A useful tool in poster format showing different paths to missions involvement, steps to getting where God is leading, and how to avoid pitfalls. Chock-full of vital information to help anyone in their missions journey. Order from - initiative360

Information

 

Ask a Missionary -

Assistance in finding a position

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