Finances

In this episode, we explore a topic every missionary needs to know about—the incredible potential of end-of-year giving. We sit down with fundraising expert Russell Cooper of Tailored Fundraising to look at why December is such a big deal for missionaries and how they can make the most of it. Did you know some missionaries raise up to...

How long have you been on the mission field? Did you know that the challenges you’re facing and the perspective you’ve developed are likely more similar to others at your stage than you might think? In this episode, authors and missionaries Jonathan and Elizabeth Trotter share the five stages of the missionary life cycle they’ve observed....

Are you looking to connect with business leaders to partner with you financially in your missions work? In this episode, we sit down with Lee Domingue, the visionary behind Kingdom Builders, a movement that’s revolutionizing how missions are funded around the world. Lee shares how you can effectively engage with business leaders and churches to accelerate...

Are you frustrated by fundraising? Feeling stuck, under-supported, or embarrassed about the whole process? In this episode, Dr. Steve Shadrach, author of The God Ask and one of the leading voices in personal support raising, helps reframe fundraising not just as a financial task but as a deeply spiritual journey. With decades of experience mentoring...

Want to know how you can double your monthly donations this December? Statistics show that missionaries who take a few simple steps can significantly increase year-end giving—and in some cases, receive more in the final four days of the year than any other month.  In this episode, Modern Day Missions president and financial consultant Elias...

This special episode on the stress of living off support was recorded with Modern Day’s President, Elias Reyes, for the Church Mental Health Summit last month. In it, Stephanie and Elias share practical ways to alleviate the anxiety that these financial challenges can produce by looking at four essential mindset shifts and three actionable steps...

In this episode, financial coaches to missionaries Anita Bosworth & Allie Black share how to create powerful support teams. Their innovative approach introduces the notion of crafting distinct roles within your support team, and it has the potential to make a major impact on your fundraising support team, relationally and financially.   Resources Article: Support...

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 Missions“, breaks down healthy, doable ways missionaries can invest, manage assets, and increase their income.     Resources Book: Breakthrough: Unleashing the Power of a Proven Plan by Randon Samelson...

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? Pastor and entrepreneur Tim Heard shares what generous church leaders and business people are looking for when they decide what missionaries and mission...

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.   Resources Monthly Resource Email: Mission Hits Website: From Every Nation Article: 7 Creative Ways for Missionaries to Connect With Supporters Article: Missionaries Should Communicate—-and Churches...

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!   Resources Article: Embrace Your Humanity: What to Write When It’s Not Butterflies and Rainbows Article: Missions & Poverty Learning: The...

Feeling stressed or discouraged by your fundraising efforts? Rob Parker from The Fully Funded Missionary shares some game-changing insights, mindset switches, and practical steps that will set you up for support raising success!   Resources Book: The Fully Funded Missionary: A Biblically Based, Hope-Filled Guide To Raising Financial Support  Free Course: How Did the Apostle...