What it takes to be a full-time missionary, plus creative ways for women to find friendship, and should you be involved in a church plant?
Featured musical artist: Aaron Shust
Roundtable: Are Overseas Missions Meant for Me?
All Christians are called to fulfill the Great Commission, but not everyone is meant to be a missionary in a foreign country. How can you find out if you are? This week’s panel features seasoned missionaries, a missions agency leader, and a prospective missionary to share their journeys toward serving overseas, plus the unique temperament and qualification needs of a missionary, and what to expect in the preparation and candidating process.
Culture: Finding Great Friendships as a Woman
How do women, and especially single women, find meaningful friendships in church and beyond? Melissa Zaldivar has creative ideas that focus on being intentional, asking questions, meeting needs, and being open to women in other stages of life. She’ll also list some qualities that are necessary for a real friendship to thrive. Men, next week we’ll have ideas for you!
Get Over Here: A Single’s Guide to Building Meaningful Community
Inbox: Should I Help Plant a Church?
How do you know if you’re supposed to join a church plant? Pastor Mark Bates weighs in.