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My first priority is to help
you accomplish your Missions goals. As you set your goals and carry them
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| “ Dedicated unto the cause of
interdenominational and worldwide evangelism.” - Inscription on the cornerstone of
Angelus Temple. You are a part of one of the greatest missionary organizations at one of the most exciting times in history! From the time of its inception, the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel has had faith for the evangelization of the world. As a result the Foursquare Church now has works in 130 countries worldwide. With fresh vision, leadership and techniques – we’ve only just begun! Globalization and Our Foursquare Assignment God has entrusted us with a worldwide assignment. As the Foursquare Gospel spreads around the world the need for sensitivity and communication is greater than ever. Many missions-receiving countries are now missions-sending countries. By working together in a coordinated effort we can honor one another. Communication begins on the District level. Let’s talk. Local Church Benefits Fulfilling the Great Commission is an essential element in the health of any church. A strong commitment to missions does not compete with other church programs, it completes them. World Impact Potential God’s grace upon the Foursquare Family around the world gives us unparalleled opportunity to make significant contributions, even with limited input. A deep base of relationships with believers and leaders all over the world allows us to tie into existing ministries and meet relevant needs. The effectiveness of our Missions strategy translates to literally thousands coming to know the Lord and being discipled each year. You can PRAY. You can GIVE. You can GO. And you can make a huge difference.
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Training Opportunities Missions Institute Missions Institute is a first-step exposure for pastors or leaders to Foursquare Missions International. This three-day program provides an introduction to our Foursquare Missions Heritage; Personnel; Philosophy; Programs and partnership with the local church. The Institute provides an excellent overview for local leadership to develop their own missions strategy. Contact Caroline Crews at Foursquare Missions International to make arrangements. Missions Encounters Missions Encounters are held at WorldBase L.A., a center where people from all nations, called by God, are trained and equipped to serve cross-culturally. These Encounters combine classroom instruction with practical ministry experience to prepare individuals to serve in either short- or long-term ministries. The Encounters include classroom instruction in the morning led by Foursquare Missions International staff and missions ministry leaders. Some of the topics covered are: Foursquare Missions vision, biblical basis for missions, historical perspective, cultural issues, missions strategies, four-stage model, and more. In the afternoon the participants are involved in practical “hands-on” ministry in conjunction with the Los Angeles Dream Center, other local ministries, or one of the many culturally diverse churches in the Los Angeles area. Some of these ministries include: feeding the homeless, working with teen runaways, adopt-a-block, food distribution, skid row evangelism, and sidewalk Sunday school (Metro Kids). The Encounters are held throughout the year and run from one to six weeks, and can be taken consecutively or individually. They break down as follows:
Just think you could reach the nations by coming to WorldBase L.A.! back to topSending a Short Term Impact Team World Impact Teams A World Impact Team is a partnership between Foursquare Missions International, your local Foursquare church and the national church you will go to serve. The invitation of another country to participate in their long term vision and goals is a significant opportunity to give, grow and learn in the context of another culture. World Impact Teams make it possible for Foursquare churches in North America to get direct exposure to cross-cultural, missions ministry through involvement in a variety of general and specialized short-term ministry team assignments. These assignments include: Evangelism, children’s ministry, youth ministry, teaching English, sports evangelism, construction, medical/dental and leadership development. Contact Jim Holm, Willamette District Missions Representative, at (503) 370-8886 or jimh@newhopefoursquare.org to begin this process. back to top Sending Someone to the Field Missions Personnel Sponsorship Working with Foursquare Missions International, you can send and sponsor someone from your local congregation to meet needs around the world. Matching the right person to the need in the field is essential. Contact your District Missions Representative to initiate this process. There are two levels of personnel with local church sponsorship:
Opportunities for Youth Foursquare Youth Outreach Foursquare Youth Outreach is a vital part of Foursquare Missions International. Teams are led by Foursquare pastors and youth pastors who have proven experience on the mission field. Our goal is to provide a radical, life-changing missions trip for Foursquare youth. Possible Youth Outreach Team destinations:
For information on current opportunities go to - http://fyo.foursquare.org/ back to top Developing a Missions Strategy Pray, Give & Go! With a worldwide vision and a worldwide network, every Foursquare church is capable of having a worldwide impact. In response to the Great Commission, believers should have the opportunity to PRAY specifically for missions activity and personnel; to GIVE financially for the extension of the gospel around the world; and to GO into all the world. Consider each of the following, or a combination, in developing your worldwide strategy: PRIORITY # 1: Foursquare Missions International General Fund Giving It is difficult to match the effectiveness of giving to Foursquare Missions. Recent analysis has shown that one person responds to the gospel and is discipled for every $8 given to FMI. As Foursquare churches, we are able to join together and see the difference our giving makes all around the world. PRIORITY # 2: Short Term Impact Teams In cooperation with Foursquare Missions, specific areas of need are targeted so that local churches can really make a difference. A church can send a team of their own, or tie into a group already heading to the field. These short-term teams provide an excellent opportunity for people to GO and be touched by a missions experience for adult or youth teams. PRIORITY # 3: Church Sponsored Missions Personnel Missions support becomes very personal when someone from your own local church is prepared and selected for a field assignment. These people can serve as Foursquare Missions Associates or as Mission Team Specialists, depending upon their expertise and duties. Fully funded by the sponsoring church, these assignments are made based upon actual needs in the field, through the coordination of the Foursquare Missions office. PRIORITY # 4: ‘Church to Church’ Relationships If your church already has an existing relationship with a church in another part of the world, you may be able to use that relationship for the glory of God and the extension of His kingdom. It may be very helpful to communicate with Foursquare Missions for possible support or missions giving credit. PRIORITY # 5: Non-Foursquare Missions Once other avenues have been exhausted, you may consider involvement with other missionary organizations, like YWAM, Operation Mobilization, or others. These generally do not qualify for missions giving credit. back to top Missionary Career Path Field Personnel Categories
back to top Scheduling a Speaker Speakers Bureau Veterans of the foreign field are available to bring the message of missions to your local church. These Foursquare Missions Representatives are based in the U.S. and are available to speak at your church, provide assistance with a missions program, or answer questions on current information about FMI. back to top Resources Available Foursquare Missions International Resources Among the FMI resources available for your church are: Global Resource Guide, FMI Videos, Global Mission, FMI Global Report, Project 1:8, Training Materials, tracts and booklets. Other resources are available upon request. Prayer Force/ Prayer Guide. By joining the Prayer Force you can receive weekly updates via email. These updates contain information that is directly from the mission field including testimonies and prayer requests that are personal and strategic. A monthly prayer guide is also provided with daily prayers for specific Foursquare missionaries and field locations. back to top Link to FMI Website For additional information on these and other missions opportunities, visit FMI’s website. Go to http://fmi.foursquare.org. back to top Willamette District Happenings Church News We would like to highlight Missions activity from around the Willamette District. Please let me know about your upcoming plans or recent missions testimonies for this section. You can contact me at (503) 370-8886 or jimh@newhopefoursquare.org. back to top |
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