Missions Incorporated

Send us Fan Mail In this interactive Sunday school lesson, missionary Jesse teaches from Mark 6:30-44 (the feeding of the 5,000), showing Jesus’ divine power to multiply small offerings, His compassion for the lost, and the need for rest amid ministry fatigue. He draws out five soul-strengthening truths for everyday believers and connects them to the challenges and hopes of gospel work in spiritua...

Send us Fan Mail A raw, informative update from Jesse Schreck on the mission field in Italy, unpacking eye-opening stats (60 million people, <1% evangelical, 32,000 towns without a gospel witness), the "graveyard of missionaries," and how Practical Missions Cohort is responding through church planting, training, and outreach. Includes a major update on a potential move to the unreache...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode recorded on the road in the US, Jesse Schreck shares a powerful sermon from Mark 6 on Jesus feeding the 5,000. What begins as a much-needed rest for weary disciples turns into a beautiful display of Christ's compassion, divine power, and training of His followers. Drawing from his own missionary experiences in Italy and the life of the late Kurt Jost,...

Send us Fan Mail In this live show, we shared some updates and stories from the mission field, and then taught on the key role of faithful preaching in the work of missions. Aspiring missionaries, are you called to reach the lost and advance God’s Kingdom? Join us for a powerful session on why faithful preaching of God’s Word must be central to biblical missions. Many today preach motivational tal...

Send us Fan Mail In this message from Matthew 6:25-34, Jesse explores the reality of anxiety in our fallen world—something we all face, whether from global uncertainties, daily pressures, or even joyful but intense moments like childbirth. Drawing from Jesus' words in the Sermon on the Mount, he reminds us that worry doesn't add to our lives but robs us of peace. Through vivid examples o...

Send us Fan Mail In this pre-field training episode (also featured in Missions Academia), host Jesse Schreck provides an essential overview of short-term mission cohorts with Practical Missions Cohort (PMc) in Italy. He explains why Italy—a spiritually barren land with less than 1% evangelicals—needs biblical evangelism, discipleship, and church planting, and how short-term teams play a vital supp...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Jesse shares about this summer's short-term cohorts and various volunteer positions. Then he shares some highlights, encouragement, and takeaways from the recent trip to the Global Impact Celebration at McGregor Baptist in Fort Myers. From Acts 14, Jesse unpacks the unique work of Biblical Missions Proper. The episode closes with the reading of an imp...

Send us Fan Mail A heartfelt end-of-year mission report looking back on 2025 and forward to 2026. Jesse shares honest reflections on family life, evangelism efforts, housing challenges, gospel literature distribution, summer teams, media growth, and the deep encouragement found in 2 Corinthians 1:9 — learning not to trust in ourselves but in the God who raises the dead. Perfect for ministry partne...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode (339), we examine Hebrews 5: 11–6: 3, where the author pauses his teaching on Christ's high priesthood to deliver a loving rebuke: the believers have become "dull of hearing" from spiritual laziness and comfort, still needing milk when they should be on solid food and teaching others. Exploring what true discipleship means—entering the School of Chri...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Missions Incorporated, host Jesse Schreck dives into the challenges and principles of biblical church planting in Italy and Europe today. Exploring the "church planting dilemma," he contrasts pragmatic, results-driven approaches—often marked by shortcuts and "dumbing down" doctrine—with the patient, sovereign work of God seen in apostolic tim...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, recorded during an adult Sunday school talk at Foundation Reformed Church, Jesse shares the urgent need for the gospel in Italy, where only a small fraction of the population embraces a biblical understanding of faith. Highlighting the challenges and opportunities in this mission field, he discusses recent ministry updates, the vision for a new church plant, the c...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 336 of Missions Incorporated , host Jesse Schreck tackles a vital question for missionaries in Italy: How should we engage Italians in spiritual discussions, considering their Catholic background? Jesse explores the nuances of Italy’s predominantly Roman Catholic culture, where 90% identify as Catholic, yet only 5% actively practice. He emphasizes finding common ground,...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode, we feature a sermon Jesse preached from Acts 17, where the Apostle Paul engages the sophisticated, idol-worshipping Athenians with the transformative message of the Gospel. Titled "Troubled in Spirit: Moved by the Gospel," the sermon explores four key responses to a lost world: being troubled by lostness, being moved to act, practicing faithful...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 334 of Missions Incorporated, host Jesse Schreck reflects on the transformative experience of the recent PMc Cohort in Italy. This episode dives into key lessons from a short-term missionary evangelism group that distributed over 10,000 gospel tracts, reached families, and formed lasting bonds in Italy’s spiritually needy villages. Jesse shares powerful testimonies, lik...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we share a sermon Jesse preached from 2 Timothy 2, exploring the Apostle Paul’s final words to his spiritual son, Timothy. Written from a Roman prison, Paul’s letter urges Timothy to stand firm in faith despite overwhelming challenges. We’ll unpack key themes like finding strength in God’s grace, enduring suffering as a soldier of Christ, and the unstoppable power...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 332 of Missions Incorporated, host Jesse Schreck, a full-time missionary in Italy since 2007, tackles a common question: "Why do missions in Italy when it already has the gospel?" With thoughtful insights, Jesse addresses misconceptions about Italy’s spiritual landscape, explaining how secularism, a dominant Roman Catholic system, and biblical illiteracy creat...

Send us Fan Mail Join Jesse Schreck, a missionary serving in Italy since 2007, in Episode 331 of Missions Incorporated, the podcast of Practical Missions Cohort. This episode dives into a first-quarter field report, sharing powerful updates on evangelism, discipleship, and church planting in Italy. Reflecting on 1 Peter 4:13, Jesse explores the role of suffering in faithful ministry, offering insi...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 330 of Missions Incorporated, host Jesse Schreck, a full-time missionary in Italy since 2007, explores the critical role of missionary advocates. Based on a blog post from Practical Missions Cohort, this episode highlights how churches and individuals back home can "hold the rope" by supporting missionaries through prayer, communication, and tangible help. Jes...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 329 of Missions Incorporated, the podcast by Practical Missions Cohort, where we dive into the heart of missions work, church planting, and living devoted to Christ. In this episode, missionary Jesse Schreck shares a powerful sermon preached to brothers and sisters at a US Army base in Italy, based on 2 Corinthians 11:1-6. Join us as Jesse unpacks the Apostle Pa...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features a sermon by Jesse Schreck, exploring how Paul’s resilience in 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 inspires missionaries and believers today. With personal updates from his family’s return to Italy and opportunities to join the Practical Missions Cohort, it’s a call to persevere in sharing the gospel, even amidst challenges. Appreciate this content? Buy Jesse a coffee at BM...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Missions Incorporated, Jesse Schreck, a missionary in Italy, shares a comprehensive end-of-year report for 2024 from his ministry, Practical Missions Cohort. The episode delves into the personal and ministry challenges of raising a family while serving in missions, including the joys and trials of parenting, homeschooling, and living in a cramped apartment. Jess...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 326 of "Missions, Incorporated," host Jesse Schreck discusses the importance of early preparation for those feeling called to missionary work. Recorded in Italy, where Practical Missions Cohort focuses on evangelism, discipleship, and church planting, this episode titled "Never Too Early to Get Equipped" delves into practical steps for aspiring missi...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 325 of Missions Incorporated, Jesse Schreck delves into the pivotal role of missionary internships. As a ministry dedicated to evangelism, discipleship, and church planting in Italy, Practical Missions Cohort offers unique opportunities for aspiring missionaries. Jesse discusses the importance of internships in discerning a missionary calling, adapting to new cultures a...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 324 of Missions Incorporated, Jesse Schreck shares a sermon on handling afflictions in Christian living and missions. Originally shared at Levittown Baptist Church, this episode discusses practical insights on enduring trials through a biblical lens. Jesse highlights the importance of understanding God's sovereignty, maintaining strong discipleship, and supporting...

Send us Fan Mail Join Jesse Schreck in Episode 323 of Missions Incorporated, the podcast of Practical Missions Cohort. This episode delivers an in-depth field report from Italy, detailing the latest evangelism efforts, family updates, and ministry developments. Learn about their work in spreading the gospel, training pastors, and forming biblical Italian churches. Hear firsthand accounts of recent...