Episodes

  • 254: Tensions and Trends in Global Missions Today – Ted Esler

    254: Tensions and Trends in Global Missions Today – Ted Esler
    May 19 2026
    This episode offers a big-picture look at the current state of global missions, describing a movement in transition as long-held models and assumptions are being reevaluated. Ted Esler reflects on the challenges and opportunities ahead, encouraging the Church to thoughtfully engage a changing world with clarity, faithfulness, and adaptability.
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    48 mins
  • 253: MKs: The Unthought of People Group – Josh Gamble

    253: MKs: The Unthought of People Group – Josh Gamble
    May 5 2026
    In this episode, Maggie sits down with Josh Gamble of the Canadian MK Network to explore the unique experiences of missionary kids and the ways they are often overlooked within the Church. Their conversation highlights the importance of intentional care, discipleship, and recognizing MKs as bridge-builders with deep cross-cultural insight.
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    37 mins
  • 252: We’re Running With You – Maggie Green

    252: We’re Running With You – Maggie Green
    Apr 21 2026
    In this episode, Mags and Maggie share the vision for where the Global Missions Toolbox is headed, introducing The Global Missions Pathway as a practical guide to help churches build and grow their missions efforts. The conversation also highlights upcoming Global Missions Events and our hearts for you. Learn more at globalmissionstoolbox.com.
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    32 mins
  • 251: 4 Key Responsibilities of a Missions Leadership Team with Ellen Livingood

    251: 4 Key Responsibilities of a Missions Leadership Team with Ellen Livingood
    Apr 7 2026
    In this episode, Ellen Livingood returns to share thoughtful, practical insight on the four core responsibilities of a missions team: members, media, missionaries, and money. She challenges churches to more deeply engage their people, communicate effectively, care for missionaries, and cultivate generous, mission-minded communities.
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    40 mins
  • 250: Developing Resilience in Future Mission Workers with Kyle Farran

    250: Developing Resilience in Future Mission Workers with Kyle Farran
    Mar 24 2026
    In this special 250th episode of the Global Missions Podcast, we’re joined by Kyle Farran to explore the growing challenge of missionary attrition and the deeper need for resilience on the field. Drawing from his book Godly Grit, Kyle shares why perseverance matters to God, what causes many to leave prematurely, and how both individuals and churches can better prepare the next generation. This episode offers a compelling call to raise the standard and intentionally develop lasting, faith-filled endurance in those we send.
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    43 mins
  • 249: Good News from the Field: East Africa with Dave Coles

    249: Good News from the Field: East Africa with Dave Coles
    Mar 10 2026
    Good News from the Field is a new short-form series highlighting encouraging updates from missionaries serving around the globe. In this first episode, Dave Coles shares about a movement among Muslims in East Africa.
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    12 mins
  • 248: When Mission Moves Your Kids Away – Ann Bowman

    248: When Mission Moves Your Kids Away – Ann Bowman
    Feb 24 2026
    In this heartfelt conversation, Ann Bowman shares her journey as a mother learning to release her daughters to God’s call overseas. Together, Mags and Ann explore the transformative power of prayer, how churches can support the families of mission workers, and the courage it takes to say yes when obedience changes the life you thought you’d have.
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    41 mins
  • 247: The Church-Wide Calling of Member Care – Thomas and Hanni

    247: The Church-Wide Calling of Member Care – Thomas and Hanni
    Feb 10 2026
    In this conversation, Thomas and Hanni share why member care is truly a life-and-death issue for mission workers. Together with Mags, they unpack the biblical foundation and calling of member care and offer practical steps churches can take to build a culture where the whole body actively supports and sustains those they send.
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    46 mins