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Join Heather and Andy as they kick off a new mini-series focusing on support raising in ethnically diverse communities with a compelling conversation featuring Brandon and Cat Samuel from Wycliffe Bible Translators. They delve into the Bridge Program, an initiative aimed at bringing more diverse staff into global missions, and share their unique journey from atheism to a Christ-centered mission life.

Brandon and Cat reveal how they transitioned from traditional jobs to fully embracing their calling in missions, highlighting the challenges and blessings of support-based ministry. They discuss the importance of representation in the mission field, the innovative approaches to fundraising in minority communities, and the spiritual formation that comes with relying on God's provision. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in or considering support-based ministry, especially within diverse cultural contexts.

✍️ Episode References

Wycliffe Bible Translators
Perspectives
Vanguard of a Missionary Uprising by Michael Farris
The Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen
The God Ask by Steve Shadrach
More Than Money, More Than Faith by Paul Johnson

African-Americans in missions

Rebecca Protten

George Liele

Betsy Stockton

Lott Carey

Maria Fearing

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Heather and Andy are joined in the RECAP by Jess and Bo Bissell, support raising coaches from Pioneers. Jess and Bo share their unique journey from missionaries in Japan to coaching new and seasoned workers in partnership development. They open up about their experiences, the challenges of rejuvenating fundraising efforts, and the importance of spiritual health in the process. The conversation delves into the fears and misconceptions surrounding support raising, the role of gratitude, and the necessity of community and prayer.

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In this episode, Heather and Andy are joined by Callie Davis from the Via Generosity team to delve into the crucial aspect of spiritual health in support-based ministry. Callie shares her journey from growing up in a support-raising family to her current role in creating resources for partnership development. The discussion highlights the importance of gratitude, community, and God-centered focus in the fundraising process.

From recognizing early warning signs of slipping spiritual health to practical disciplines for maintaining it, this episode offers a wealth of insights. Callie emphasizes the significance of seeing God's work in the mundane and the power of community in overcoming the isolating nature of support raising. Whether you're new to fundraising or a seasoned veteran, this conversation is packed with encouragement and practical advice to help you thrive in your ministry.

Via Generosity
Support Raising Solutions
The Spirituality of Fundraising" by Henri Nouwen
God's Presence in 40 Devotionals" by Scott Morton
Every Moment Holy" by Douglas Kaine McKelvey

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