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WIM senior missionaries were recently asked the question, “From the perspective gained during your time on the field, what additional study materials or preparation would you like to have received during your training?” One answer repeatedly surfaced. The single most-frequent response revealed a desire for greater understanding of how to live and work cross-culturally. With a goal of addressing this need, for the past several years WIM’s required reading for new missionaries includes the book, Cross-Cultural Servanthood, by Duane Elmer
Category: Featured, Missiology, Missionary Life, Tips for Missionaries Tags: calling, church planting, culture, development, discipleship, indigenous, missionaries, missions, training
The past several days have been action-packed, full of learning (and FANTASTIC food), and fun here at WIM! Orientation and Training Week is always a blast, and this year did not disappoint.
Every year, WIM hosts a week-long Orientation and Training for prospective missionaries. It is a time when they can learn the steps to the mission field.
WIM is more than just another missions agency. It’s a
family. We will serve you, train you and care for you.
You’re on your way to writing a great newsletter! Below are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind as you sit down and write about your latest trips and experiences. Ministry vision tagline What is your… Read More
Hours of teaching by seasoned missionaries, great food, and even a float down the Comal River in New Braunfels, TX, comprised this year’s orientation and training. Many months of preparation and prayer go into this eight-day event each year, and God answered our prayers for harvest workers yet again.
By Jim & Ruth The 2015 WIM Orientation and Pre-field Training week is now history! We always pray that the Lord would bring to Orientation the specific individuals whom He has chosen. We believe He answered our prayers… Read More
Are you in the Austin/San Antonio area? Come experience select sessions from our missions orientation program that is taking place next week, June 6-13, at WIM headquarters. Below are the available classes. Please RSVP below if you plan to attend…. Read More
WIM staff members often say Orientation & Training is their favorite time of year. Why? For one, there’s lots of really good food (e.g. Dr. Toth’s spaghetti). That is enough for some to be convinced, but it gets even better. Although it… Read More
WIM was transformed into a film studio this week when a generous gift made it possible for us to replace our 16-year-old, VHS-mastered missionary training videos. Thank you, Lord.
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Recommended Reading: “Cross-Cultural Servanthood,” by Duane Elmer
Posted: October 8, 2018 by WIM Leave a Comment
WIM senior missionaries were recently asked the question, “From the perspective gained during your time on the field, what additional study materials or preparation would you like to have received during your training?” One answer repeatedly surfaced. The single most-frequent response revealed a desire for greater understanding of how to live and work cross-culturally. With a goal of addressing this need, for the past several years WIM’s required reading for new missionaries includes the book, Cross-Cultural Servanthood, by Duane Elmer
Category: Featured, Missiology, Missionary Life, Tips for Missionaries Tags: calling, church planting, culture, development, discipleship, indigenous, missionaries, missions, training
Orientation & Training Week 2018 was a success!
Last Updated: September 25, 2018 by Misty Fraker Leave a Comment
The past several days have been action-packed, full of learning (and FANTASTIC food), and fun here at WIM! Orientation and Training Week is always a blast, and this year did not disappoint.
Category: Missionary Life, News, True Stories Tags: missionary, missions, orientation, training
WIM Orientation and Training Week 2018
Last Updated: August 27, 2018 by Keilah Benitez Leave a Comment
Every year, WIM hosts a week-long Orientation and Training for prospective missionaries. It is a time when they can learn the steps to the mission field.
Category: News Tags: development, events, missionaries, orientation, training
Helping Missionaries Win the Battle
Last Updated: June 20, 2017 by Keilah Benitez Leave a Comment
WIM is more than just another missions agency. It’s a
family. We will serve you, train you and care for you.
Category: News Tags: core values, development, discipleship, faith, kingdom of God, leadership, missionaries, prayer, training
9 Tips for a Great Newsletter
Last Updated: September 14, 2016 by Keilah Benitez Leave a Comment
You’re on your way to writing a great newsletter! Below are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind as you sit down and write about your latest trips and experiences. Ministry vision tagline What is your… Read More
Category: Tips for Missionaries Tags: communication, missionaries, training
Seven New Missionaries Join WIM
Last Updated: October 3, 2016 by WIM 2 Comments
Hours of teaching by seasoned missionaries, great food, and even a float down the Comal River in New Braunfels, TX, comprised this year’s orientation and training. Many months of preparation and prayer go into this eight-day event each year, and God answered our prayers for harvest workers yet again.
Category: News Tags: events, missionaries, orientation, training
Five New Missionaries Join WIM
Last Updated: September 17, 2015 by WIM Leave a Comment
By Jim & Ruth The 2015 WIM Orientation and Pre-field Training week is now history! We always pray that the Lord would bring to Orientation the specific individuals whom He has chosen. We believe He answered our prayers… Read More
Category: News Tags: missionaries, orientation, training
Free Missions Classes Starting June 6
Last Updated: June 17, 2015 by WIM Leave a Comment
Are you in the Austin/San Antonio area? Come experience select sessions from our missions orientation program that is taking place next week, June 6-13, at WIM headquarters. Below are the available classes. Please RSVP below if you plan to attend…. Read More
Category: Missiology, News Tags: core values, discipleship, orientation, training
Six New Missionaries = Successful Orientation
Last Updated: September 11, 2014 by WIM 2 Comments
WIM staff members often say Orientation & Training is their favorite time of year. Why? For one, there’s lots of really good food (e.g. Dr. Toth’s spaghetti). That is enough for some to be convinced, but it gets even better. Although it… Read More
Category: News Tags: missionaries, orientation, training
Lights! Camera! Action!
Last Updated: September 11, 2014 by WIM Leave a Comment
WIM was transformed into a film studio this week when a generous gift made it possible for us to replace our 16-year-old, VHS-mastered missionary training videos. Thank you, Lord.
Category: News Tags: provision, technology, training
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