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Mission Ready

Have you ever felt so empowered that seemly the only greater satisfaction in existence is that of empowering someone else?

My name is Chandrika D. Phea and at this very moment, I am MISSION READY!

Born in Oklahoma City, OK, I never dreamed that I would be a teacher, not only that, but a teacher in China.  I was given the opportunity to teach Oral English to the next generation of Chinese leaders, entrepreneurs, teachers, parents, etc.  Freshmen university students were the recipients of my heart to empower, mentor, and equip.  In my experience there is no greater reward than giving to someone who doesn’t have what you’ve been given.  I am addicted to seeing the next generation change as I encourage them to dream bigger than they ever have before.  My famous statement, of which my students can quote is, “If you dream big, you will do big."  It is not just enough for me to encourage them so I would plan my teaching lessons around preparing my students for when they will reach the point of “a dream come true.”  I believe that had I not dreamed beyond my own circle and my own culture going to China would not have been a surprise.  Now, at the age of 34, I know that I can travel the world doing what I have been empowered, mentored, and equipped to do.

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African American Missionary Census

About seventy African American missionaries have been located to date (7/24/09). We're often asked for the current number of African American cross-cultural missionaries, so are locating them by ones and twos. It will probably take us well into 2010 to track down most of the leads. We're also helping to network these missionaries with other African American missionaries within their country of service. An online directory is planned of those who have opted in. We are careful with information so as not to compromise workers in sensitive areas.

We greatly value any help--names, country of service, contact information and perhaps a website address. Please contact us with information about any current African American missionaries who have served, or intend to serve, for at least two years. Here is the survey form. Feel free to copy the survey link and send it to missionaries. Thanks for any help, and if you'd like to assist in the search, again--contact us.

NOTE: If you tried to enter survey information and did not see a "thank you" message upon submission, would you kindly re-enter the information?  The form has been adjusted not to time out for at least an hour. Thanks.

 
African American Mission Manifesto
This historic document was drafted in 2006 and 2007 and ratified by participants of the African American Missions Strategy Seminar on January 20, 2007. This conference was hosted by Columbia International University of Columbia, South Carolina. Careful and prayerful collaboration went into the document's development. Go here to read it, and to find other useful resources. Please share this website, which went online in December, 2007, with your friends.
 
China

Brian Johnson, Jack Gaines and Jim Sutherland took two weeks in October 2009 to begin to understand China around Beijing. Notes on China is a presentation summarizing some of what was learned, and also touches upon some definitive moments in the history of Chinese Christianity.

 
S. Sudan Ministry Trip, March 2010
Written by Jim Sutherland   

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Looking for more of a pioneering short-term ministry trip? Interested in helping to plant five churches, medical ministry, personal evangelism, or teaching opportunities among women, youth and men? This is our fourth trip to Eastern Equatoria Province, working with the same Sudanese ministry coordinator. Using Uganda as a portal, we plan to fly into S. Sudan. Sleeping accomodations are tents. The fee is $2000 plus airfare, an overall reduction, and the dates are March 6-20, 2010. Click here for more information.

 
China
Written by Jim Sutherland   

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Brian Johnson, Jack Gaines and Jim Sutherland took two weeks in October 2009 to begin to understand China around Beijing. Notes on China is a presentation summarizing some of what was learned, and also touches upon some definitive moments in the history of Chinese Christianity.

Last Updated on Sunday, 10 January 2010 19:51
 
Uganda 2009
Written by Jim Sutherland   
Kampala, Uganda is now a center for biblical studies and ministry preparation. At least three evangelical Bible colleges, two Christian universities and one master's-level theological seminary are training Christians from around Africa--Sudan, West Africa, East Africa and Central Africa at minimum. The Presbyterian Church in Uganda is also growing stronger, with approximately 140 congregations. Many Christian primary and secondary schools exists as well, all the way from "tree schools"--with leaves for roofs--to well-equipped institutions. RMNI workers had the privilege of serving in five schools during our two week stay in Uganda, March 7-21, 2009. Here is a photo report. Please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you're interested in more information about our short-term trips.
Last Updated on Thursday, 09 April 2009 11:08
 
World Religion PowerPoint Presentations
Written by Jim Sutherland   
New PowerPoint presentations are available on four major world religions: Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Traditional Religions (Animism). These are the result of courses taken in world religions, ongoing studies and encounters with believers. Together these four religions comprise about forty-four percent of the global population as of mid-2009. To share the message of salvation through faith in Christ with all people, we must be far more intentional about sharing Christ with members of these cultural religions. These studies may be downloaded and modified for individual use (giving yourself credit for modifications). These studies are introductory both in content and in that enhancements are anticipated.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 29 July 2009 17:49
 
2009 Global Mission Trends
Written by Jim Sutherland   

For the past six or seven years Global Mission Trends have been posted on this site. The 2009 edition has been extensively revised, and other updates are anticipated. It's designed to give an overview of four missions megatrends, with subtrends. Numerical estimates are projected to July 2009, using the missiometrics of David Barrett, Todd M. Johnson and Peter Crossing. You'll get a snapshot of the progress of Christian missions and the challenges we face. Go here to view it and here to download it.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 29 July 2009 17:58
 

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