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Modern Day Missionaries

“Modern Day Missionaries” is a podcast series for Christian missionaries produced by “Modern Day Missions” and hosted by Stephanie Leigh Gutierrez. Each week, we discuss topics that affect the lives of Christian missionaries on the mission field in the areas of faith, freedom, family, and finances.

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Season 07: Episode 11

How Hidden Anxiety Secretly Shapes Missionary Work Without You Knowing with Steve Cuss

What if the biggest threat to your ministry isn’t your workload, but your own anxiety? Have you ever found yourself over-functioning, trying to manage others’ emotions, or carrying the weight of unrealistic expectations? In this episode, Steve Cuss unpacks how chronic anxiety sneaks into leadership, relationships, and ministry—often without us realizing it. Drawing from his experiences as a...

Season 07: Episode 10

How Missionaries Can Grow Their Fundraising Network with Russell Cooper & Deb Evans

Are you struggling to expand your support network? Do you feel like you’ve already asked everyone you know and aren’t sure where to turn next? What if there were dozens of potential partners hiding in plain sight—just waiting for an invitation to be part of your mission? In this episode, we sit down with Russell Cooper and...

Season 07: Episode 09

The Truth About TCKs You Probably Don’t Know With Tanya Crossman

Have you ever wondered how growing up overseas shapes a child—both the good parts and the challenging ones? What if some of the struggles TCKs face could be prevented with the right support? And as a missionary parent, how do you balance your own well-being while making sure your kids are emotionally cared for? In this...

Season 07: Episode 08

The Secret to Uniting Generations on Your Team with Dr. Tim Elmore (Encore Episode)

Are generational differences making teamwork tricky on your missions team? Do you find yourself navigating the unique perspectives of Baby Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Z…and wondering how on earth to bring everyone together?

Season 07: Episode 07

The Hardest Part of Missionary Life and How to Overcome It with David Joannes

What makes someone pack up their life, move across the world, and step into the unknown for the sake of the gospel? How do missionaries keep going when the sacrifices pile up and the rewards feel far away? Missionaries—you know you’re unique, but do you know how? What sets us apart? In this episode, we...

Season 07: Episode 06

Help! How Do I Do My Taxes as a Missionary? with Maggie Walker & Brooke Calhoun

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by tax season as a missionary? Wondering if you should opt out of Social Security? Confused about how 1099s, housing allowances, and foreign earned income exclusions actually work? In this episode, CPAs Maggie Walkerand Brooke Calhoun break down everything missionaries need to know about taxes—from how to maximize tax benefits...

Season 07: Episode 05

6 Reasons Missionaries Should Use Social Media with Brian Barcelona

Is social media just a distraction—or could it also be one of the most powerful tools for spreading the gospel? Is it possible to use it effectively without falling into the trap of performance and pride? Brian Barcelona shares how he and his team at One Voice have reached millions with the gospel through digital...

Season 07: Episode 04

Why Fundraising is Essential to a Missionary’s Spiritual Formation with Heather Winchell & Andy Brennan

What does fundraising have to do with spiritual formation? You’re about to find out! Maybe you have been approaching fundraising as just another task on your missionary to-do list. We’ve all been there! But what if it’s not just about the money? Could fundraising actually be a tool God uses to transform you? Heather Winchell...

Season 07: Episode 03

5 Questions to Launch Missionaries Into the New Year with Marvin Slaton II

What might God be calling you to start, stop, or step into this year? What if asking the right questions could launch you into the most impactful year of your life? In this episode, we give you an activity you can do today to launch you strong into the new year! Marvin Slaton II, executive...

Season 07: Episode 02

Help for Stressed Out Missionaries with Dr. Kristi Gaultiere

Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure if your stress is too much—or maybe not enough? Wondering how to find a healthy rhythm for the demands of missionary life? In this episode, Dr. Kristi Gaultiere joins us to unpack the reality of stress and how it impacts missionaries uniquely. We look at the difference between healthy and...

Season 07: Episode 01

Doing the Impossible in Missions with Rod Plummer

Join us for an unforgettable conversation with Rod Plummer, a missionary and church planter in Japan for over 20 years. Rod shares the incredible story of how he and his wife, Viv, and their family and team became part of a wave of God’s movement in one of the world’s most challenging mission fields. You’ll...

Season 06: Episode 12

Unexpected Joy from Unexpected Challenges with Vonna Laue

Have you ever looked back on a really hard season on the field, a huge thing God asked you to do, or a big unexpected change and thought, Wow, I’m SO glad I didn’t know that was coming?Because I would have run for the hills! In this episode, we sit down with Vonna Laue, author...

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