Modern Day Missionaries

We cannot ignore the powerhouse that is Gen Z. How can we understand and care for these young people as Jesus calls us to? Dr. Jolene Erlacher gives us a crash course in Gen Z and shares fascinating insights and powerful, down-to-earth ways we can connect with this unique generation. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to...

In this encore episode, we hear from JoAnn Kraft, a former marriage and family therapist, life coach, and counselor to pastors and missionaries, as she breaks down what soul care really is, why it is so critical to our health on the mission field, and how to do it like Jesus did.  Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to re...

Ever had that little, nagging voice pop up in your subconscious, telling you you’re not doing enough, being enough, or accomplishing enough on the mission field? You’re not alone. The burden to feel “successful” as a missionary and prove your worth to your supporters is a heavy one. In this encore episode, Amy Young, a counselor and former global worker, addresses this pressure missionaries feel t...

What are practical steps missionaries can take to increase their income now and also plan for their financial future? Elias Reyes, President of Modern Day, breaks down healthy, doable ways missionaries can invest, manage assets, and increase their income. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for do...

What can we do when things in life turn out very different from what we had planned? Today, we talk with counselor and missionary Zach Lowrie about how to walk well through seasons of confusion and disappointment. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionaries...

Do you ever feel like obeying God in the small things can be even harder than in the big things? How can we be so good at following Him to the ends of the earth and then get tripped up in the day-to-day things He’s asking us to do? In this episode, we talk about the struggles and joys of obedience with Modern Day missionaries Jonathan and Amanda Vining. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on th...

Are you in a season of transition right now? Or would you like to know how to navigate transition more successfully the next time you’re in one? Sara Simon of The Way Between shares tools you’ll definitely want to add to your transition toolbox! Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to gi...

Where are you at on YOUR journey of the soul? Join Dr. Kristi Gaultiere as she shares about the six stages of faith and how to live fully in Christ in each one. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionaries worldwide, we free you to focus on your calling. We a...

 How can we best communicate with church leaders and business owners who are looking for great soil to invest in and are trying to decide where their funds and support should go?  Tim Heard shares what generous church leaders and business people are looking for when they decide what missionaries and mission organizations to partner with. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Mode...

Adversity is no stranger to missionaries, so how can we strategically use it to grow stronger, rather than let it take us out of the game? Brian Gibson of TRAIN International & Joel Bates of Discovery Ministries share ways we can intentionally engage adversity to build the resilience we need. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for mi...

Meet a fascinating man who BEGAN his missionary adventure with his wife in their 70s. You don’t want to miss this conversation with Evangelist Al Furey on faith, adventures, and serving God at any age and in any stage. Get ready to be inspired! Thanks for listening! Email us your questions at care@modernday.org Website : https://www.modernday.org/podcast YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?...

How can you strengthen your relationship with your partner churches? Chris Howles of From Every Nation shares key ways to communicate with the churches and organizations that support us. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionaries worldwide, we free you to f...

Flourishing or floundering? Living with intention or distraction? Life-giving or life-draining? How can we be healthy missionaries producing healthy disciples of Christ?  Dr. Matt Turvey shares two of the most significant challenges missionaries face and how whole-life discipleship changes everything. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple f...

Could your marriage use some fresh energy? Join Danny & Stephanie Gutierrez in this conversation on the realities of marriage on the mission field and ways to breathe life into your most important relationship.  Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionarie...

Have you ever felt God calling you to do something that sounded crazy? And then wondered if it was really Him or just a crazy idea? How can you know the difference? What risks are worth taking? What do you have to lose if things don’t seem to work out? What do you have to gain?  Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to rece...

Do you ever feel embarrassed, nervous, or awkward when raising missions funds? You’re not alone! Rob Parker from The Fully Funded Missionary shares concrete ways to communicate with confidence–– and even enjoy doing it! Thanks for listening! Email us your questions at care@modernday.org Website : https://www.modernday.org/podcast YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLu3ie6N7vXvESqcHrM-...

Feeling stressed or discouraged by your fundraising efforts? Rob Parker shares some game-changing insights, mindset switches, and practical steps that will set you up for support raising success! Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionaries worldwide, we free...

Join us in this fascinating conversation with counselor Curtis McGown, as we talk about how not to get caught off guard or knocked down by the struggles we face on the field. What are some practical ways we can lean into the experience and learn to struggle well?  Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations a...

In part 2 of this episode with Dr. Rob Hoskins of OneHope, we look at what makes today’s MK's different than any other previous generation, strategic ways to engage culture as a family, and how to have some fun in the process. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,...

Are you the parent of missionary kids, or did you grow up as an MK or TCK? Join us for part one of this vulnerable and powerful conversation about MKs with Dr. Rob Hoskins as we touch on trauma, parenting, guilt, strategy, and hope.  Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving...

This week, we're joined by British missionaries, Mark (an active extrovert) & Anna (a pensive introvert) on creative ways anyone can learn to fall in love with prayer, no matter what their personality or season of life. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100...

In this episode of "Modern Day Missionaries", Marvin Slaton II, shares some shocking statistics on how end-of-the-year giving really works. He gives timely advice- that when put into practice, could make a dramatic impact on your financial support this December! Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive don...

In this episode of "Modern Day Missionaries," we're joined by Amy Young, a charismatic counselor, author, and former global worker in China. She speaks about the stress missionaries feel to prove their worth,  and she offers an empowering, fresh biblical perspective––challenging and redefining the way we measure success on the mission field. Hey missionaries—how are your finances on...

In this episode, marriage and missions pastors, Mark and Pam Johnson of River Valley Church, share some tools to use, rhythms to develop, and ideas to spark your missionary marriage––or any relationship in your life! Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions , we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionari...

In this episode of "Modern Day Missionaries," we talk with Robert Barriger, veteran missionary to Peru, pastor of Camino de Vida church, and founder of the Haciendo Iglesia church network. We discuss how to stay in missions for the long term, and how when life leaves us lonely and dry, community and consistency can help our relationship with Jesus thrive. Hey missionaries—how are your fi...