Resource Links Around the World
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Another valuable tool we want you to know about is Resources for Christian Missionaries Check it out.
And also see WORLD CHRISTIAN RESOURCE DIRECTORY Helping you reach your world for Jesus.
For Travel - Good Shepherd Baptist Mission If you are a pastor, missionary or full time Christian worker and you ever break down on the road in the US and need assistance call Good Shepherd Baptist Mission at 1-800-226-9391 for no cost assistance with repairs and housing.
And now alphabetically a multitude of resources:
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
AUTOMOBILE RESOURCE
MATS, ministry focused on affordable transportation solutions for those in ministry. MATS can secure excellent prices for field units insured and delivered to port through "direct order" status. Also, make all of the arrangements to clear the vehicle at the port of inland receiving point. car@mats.org Phone: 888-776-7211.
Righteous Rides meets the needs for vehicles for missionaries for 3 months to 1 year at a very reasonable cost. They have a fleet of Chrysler vans that can be picked up in St. Louis or Dallas. righteousrides.com
ATTORNEYS
Gibbs Law Firm - David C.Gibbs III, 5666 Seminole Blvd., Suite Two, Seminole, FL 33772. Phone: 727-399-8300. Will fit missionaries in for appts and offer services at no cost.
AVIATION
Aviation Missions Facilitates cooperation and coordination of missionary aviation assets for contingency evacuation of missionaries and family members in underdeveloped countries.
BOOKS
FREE BOOKS TO MISSIONARIES WAITING FOR PICKUP IN NASHVILLE -- Lewis and Elsbeth have a thousand various volumes, waiting for missionaries to come by and browse for free pickup. If you're a missionary on furlough in the USA, stop by Franklin, TN (Nashville suburb) to check out their stash. For more information, write them directly at: Codingt@aol.com
CLOTHING/HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
D&D Missionary Homes, 4020 58th Ave N, St Petersburg, FL 33714. Phone: 1-727-522-0522 Fax: 1-727-522-0524 DDMissionaryHomes@juno.com D&D Missionary Homes provides a lrg clothing center for missionaries at no charge. Clothing has been thoroughly cleaned and displayed according to gender, size, and age. Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and Tues. 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM from August through May for school children.
Happy Acres Mission Transit Center, Tom and Jewel Young, 1709 Old country Place, Woodstock, GA 30188. Phone: 1-770-475-9154 Fax: 1-770-343-9783 hamtc@bellsouth.net Provides a clothes closet for missionaries.
Missionary Care Center, First Baptist Church Atlanta, 4400 N. Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30338. Contact person: Linda Taylor; Email: ltaylor@fba.org; Phone: 1-770-234-8441. Provides prayer, clothing, household items, books and tapes.
Repeat Boutique, 1825 College Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187. Phone: 1-630-462-7341. Distributes clothing to missionaries at no cost. Store hours are Monday through Friday 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES
Blessed Hope Communications Christian owned US long distance service with cheap rates for people living in the USA. Get 4.9 cents per minute interstate rates with no monthly or hidden fees.
Yahoo! Voice (formerly Dialpad) Using this service, you can talk via your computer to phones in certain countries, thereby avoiding, in many cases, extensive international telephone bills.
Dial-Abroad.org Run by missionary family offering worldwide, international phone service with cheap country-to-country long distance rates.
COMPUTERS NEEDS
Non-Profit Organization Pricing On Microsoft Software
Consistent Computer Bargains is the sole outlet selling
Microsoft software to charities and non-profits at greatly
reduced prices. Churches and mission organizations and
missionaries qualify. Fine print: Initial order must be any
combination of 5 or more MS licenses, and CCB must have a copy
of your organization's 501(c)(3) form (from the IRS) and State
Tax Exempt Form in their files.
Hint: Buy one license for MS Office and four throw-away
licenses (at $4 each) for Windows Server.
DEBRIEFING/RE-ENTRY
Association of Baptists for World Evangelism (ABWE), PO Box 8585, Harrisburg, PA 17105 Phone - (717)774-7000 As we understand they send their representatives to the place where the missionary is returning.
Barnabas International Re-entry for MK’s PO Box 11211 Rockford, IL 61126 Phone: 815-395-1335 Fax: 815-395-1385 mkreentry@barnabas.org
Mission Training International in Colorado Springs offers a one-week "Debriefing And Renewal" (DAR) program four times each year in February, May, August, and November. These programs are unique since a parallel program is offered for school aged children who come with their parents. From infants to teens, there is something for everyone in the family. This is intended for anyone going through a time of transition, not just for those who are having "problems." If the link above does not work, you may also go to http://www.mti.org and choose "Training Programs." PO Box 50110, Colorado Springs CO 80949 Phone: 1-800-896-3710 or 719-594-0687 Fax: 719-594-4682.
RE-ENTRY TEAM: Caring For Your Returning Missionaries by Neal Pirolo. Copyright 2000. Published by Emmaus Road International. Available at http://www.eri.org, (858) 292-7020, or 7150 Tanner Court, San Diego, CA 92111 USA
Re-Entry, Making the Transition from Missions to Life at Home. It was published by YWAM in 1992. The ISBN is0-927545-40-3.
Salvation Army has published a book called Crossing Cultures: How to Manage the Stress of Re-Entry edited by Margaret Burt and Peter Farthing, 1996 The Salvation Army, Australia Eastern Territory, 140 Elizabeth Street, Sydney 2000, Australia. ISBN 0 909206 39 2.
The Art of Coming Home, by Craig Storti, Intercultural Press, PO Box 700, Yarmouth, ME 04096. Phone: 1-800-370-2665. Storti takes the reader through the re-entry experience, defining four stages and providing suggestions for successful repatriation.
The Missionary Training Service has also published a booklet called The Missionary Team: Extending God's Kingdom Together which covers re-entry among many other practical aspects of missionary work. e-mail: coord@missionarytraining.org
Third Culture Family Services 2685 Meguiar Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107. empurn@aol.com Support groups for adult MKs; consultation on MK care.
DENTAL
Grace Dental Mission, Founder Dr. Jack & Jennifer Mitchell. Formed as a non-profit corporation to work with local churches in meeting the dental needs of their missionaries. Will help those who meet their doctrinal standards (no charismatics). 635 Methuen Street, Dracut, MA 01826 Phone-978-458-8845 GDMINFO@JUNO.COM
PastorCARE, P.O. Box 52044, Raleigh, North Carolina 27612, Connects needy pastors and spouses with dentists. Phone - 919-787-7024 staff@pastorcare.org
ENCOURAGEMENT
A Bible study guide called, Finding Strength for the Journey, Author Janice Lemke drew from experiences as a missionary when writing this series of thirty studies that explores topics such as perseverance in hardship, dealing with depression, handling conflict, and benefit from trials cjlemke@cs.com
PastorCare, Nat. network connects needy pastors and spouses with confidential intercessors, hospitality hosts, and counselors/mentors. Phone: 919-787-7024 staff@pastorcare.org
Peters Wife, Help and encouragement for women living cross culturally.
Women of the Harvest, ministry of support and encouragement for women in cross-cultural ministry. Magazine with inspiring stories and helpful tips for those living overseas. Plus int. conferences. 1- 877-789-7778 info@womenoftheharvest.com
GRIEF
Missionary Internship, Colorado Springs Jim North's family was on the mission field in Indonesia for about 20 years. He lost his wife to breast cancer in 1996 and his new wife, Janice, lost her husband to a sudden heart attack in 1995, so they both are well acquainted with grief and much of their focus is on helping missionaries work through their grief, on and off the field, to help them stay effective. He does workshops around the world. Phone 719-594-4235.
Richmont Graduate University (formerly Psychological Studies Institute) 2055 Mt. Paran Rd., Atlanta, GA 30327 404-233-3949 or 1-888-924-6774 (toll free) Fax: 404-239-9460 or second location: 1815 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga,TN. 37404 423-266-4574 or 1-888-267-4073 (toll free) Fax: 423-265-7375
INTERNATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE
A manual providing medical advice/tips for the overseas traveler and expatriate worker. Dr. Jon Askew, a missionary doctor with Frontiers and Paraclete, put together a thorough and readable explanation of health tips for overseas. http://www.gninsurance.com/medical_advice.asp
A library of short, readable articles about understanding international health insurance http://www.gninsurance.com/newlib.asp
A listing of health insurance plans for every conceivable missionary need: Career workers, short-term workers, short-term teams, internationals coming to the USA, furlough, USA short-term coverage, medical evacuation, war/terrorism etc. www.gninsurance.com
Insurance Services of America, has for years assisted missionaries, churches and mission groups with international health and life insurance, now they are offering a brand new Rx discount card. For details, a free quote and to apply for coverage call at 1-800-256-3222.
MEDICAL
Blessings International, Tulsa, OK. has pharmaceuticals, vitamins, over-the-counter medicines, and medical supplies available for use in non-profit clinics at reduced costs.
Christian Chiropractors Association, P.O. Box 9715, 2550 Stoves #B-102, Fort Collins, CO 80525. Phone: 1-800-999-1970 or 1-970-482-1404 Fax: 1-970-482-1538 Lists names and contact information for Christian doctors nation wide. Also offers a program called ‘Furlough Care Program’. Free chiropractic care is available to missionaries and their families who are at home on furlough or to those who are on deputation and who are about to leave the country for one year or more.
Christian Medical and Dental Associations, 2604 Hwy. 421, Bristol, TN 37620. The CMDA’s web sites will allow people to search for Christian doctors and dentists across the nation. There is no charge for this. main@cmda.org.
Godspeed Missionary Care Services offers Christ-centered ministry to Christian missionaries and pastors hampered by emotional stress, situational conflict, or physical illness, to enable them to fulfill their mission and calling. 7520 Monticello Road, Columbia, SC 292 PH: 803-744-0841 Fax: 803-254-0370 http://www.godspeedservices.org
MED-HELP Resource guide and medical database, medical questions, video conferencing with medical professionals, medical videos/pictures, ask the nurses, ask the doctors.
MISSION FIELD PREPARATION/SUPPORT
Elijah Company Missionary Mentorship Network They have a bi-monthly newsletter providing encouragement, prospective, training for missionaries. Membership is free. To subscribe send a blank letter to: elijahcompany-mentorshipnetwork-subscribe@strategicnetwork.org
MK RE-ENTRY
Barnabas Int. Reentry Seminar for the Sons and Daughters of Missionaries PO Box 11211, Rockford, IL 61126 Phone: 815-395-1335 Fax:815-395-1385 mkreentry@barnabas.org
Interaction International Giving high school/college students a running start through transition to North America and into life beyond. P.O. Box 863; Wheaton, IL 60187 Phone: (630)653-8780 Fax: (815)846-1778 E-mail: office@interactionintl.org
MKSTAY (formerly Joseph House Ministries) Evangelical inter-mission and interdenominational MK Transition home for college aged MKs in Fort Mill, SC (10 minutes from Charlotte, NC). Mark Tidwell and Dedria Davis-Tidwell, Directors MKSTAY, 655 Smythe Road, Fort Mill, SC 29715, 803-548-3528 or info@mkstay.org
Third Culture Family Services, 2685 Meguiar Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107. empurn@aol.com Support groups for adult MKs; consultation on MK care.
Third Culture Kids The following web sites focus on care for children of career missionaries: www.mknet.org www.tckworld.com www.webring.org/cgi-bin/webring?ring=mkschools;list www.mksafetynet.net
MK SCHOLARSHIP RESOURCES
PACKING FOR TRIPS AND SHIPPING
Go to www.brigada.com for archives for December 3, 1999. Under Files you can retrieve "for free" an extensive guide. Go to the section on packing. There you will find 17 pages of tips.
San Francisco- Oakland Bay Area http://www.homeofpeace.comProvides cargo shipping services to Christian missionaries and missions organizations.
PARENTS OF MISSIONARIES
We offer email newsletter. www.POMnet.orgDiane Stortz, Co-Founder, EStortz@cinci.rr.com Information@POMnet.org
PERSONAL MINISTRY
PRACTICAL MINISTRY
Sogro's ( formerly EMERCY) mission is to provide a wide variety of services and projects that undergird missionaries and the churches that support them. Services include research, logistical support, consulting, short term teams, supply shipments, care packets, and interim position filling. Phone: 205-391-9867
Campers on Mission, accepts short-term volunteer assignments across the US and Canada. Short-term volunteer opportunities found by logging on to The Bridge, a web-based information system that connects volunteers and missions by offering hundreds of projects for both individuals and groups. (One that excites us is their willingness to go and help build churches or ministry buildings at their own expense. You only have to supply a place for the campers to set up, and one meal a day.) Go to thebridge.namb.net. Or call the Volunteer Mobilization Center at 1 800-462-8657.
God's Provision Connecting the needs of the mission fields to God's Provision in his body. http://www.godsprovision.org/hearts.html
Hope Seeds-Christian Charitable Organization Hope Seeds is a Christian, charitable organization which provides seeds and agricultural support to missionaries and mission teams. http://www.hopeseeds.org/
Mission Projects Fellowship Non-profit organization providing equipment and supplies to mission boards in support of missionaries world wide. Phone: 215-491-1390 PO Box 477, Willow Grove, PA 19090
Missionary Service Fellowship, Selmer, Tennessee, The Warehouse Program is a ministry extension designed to meet the physical needs of missionaries abroad by sending supplies through short-term mission trips. It is our desire to help alleviate some of the high costs in gathering supplies, but also work to gather things that are needed in a particular area. The various supplies range from toothbrushes to medical supplies, and everything in between. Ministries can even request specific items like hand tools, medical equipment, etc.1-877-820-7424 Fredrickson.sr@MSFI.org http://www.msfi.org/
San Francisco- Oakland Bay Area Provide cargo shipping services to Christian missionaries and missions organizations, as well as lodging at reasonable rates.
RECYCLING ELECTRONICS
RESOURCE PROVIDERS
Network Missions Connects resource providers with need recipients to further the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
U.S. Center for World Missions http://www.uscwm.org Provides resources and support for missionaries.
RETIREMENT
Homes for Missionaries, a network of home owners who link Christians who have rooms or apartments available to missionaries in need. 35 W Duncan St, Apt 8, Columbus, OH 43202, Contact: Ann Lilygren @ 1-614-262-6499 alilygren@juno.com www.Home4Missionaries.
RETREATS AND FURLOUGHS
Please Note Though we do our best to keep our list up to date you need to know that some of these guest homes may have closed. We apologize if you find that to be the case.
GENERAL
Chritian Hospitality Network- Thanks to Christian innkeepers, more than 400 bed and breakfast inns now provide rooms and suites for pastors and missionaries at substantially reduced rates. Inns are located in all 50 states, Canada, England, Honduras, Nicaragua, Thailand and the US Virgin Islands. Each inn offers a minimum of 25% discount to full-time Christian workers. http://www.christianhospitalitynetwork.org/
Homes for Missionaries, network of home owners linking Christians with rooms or apartments available to missionaries, Ann Lilygren, 35 W Duncan St, Apt 8, Columbus, OH 43202 Phone: 1-614-262-6499 alilygren@juno.com www.Home4Missionaries.org
Pastor’s Retreat Network No Fees, No Agenda, No Schedule, Just time with Him. www.pastorsretreatnetwork.org/
Prophets Chambers (listed by State on site) by Macedonia World Baptist Missions for 2006
CAMPING
Christian Camping International in Colorado Springs (719.260.9400) publishes a list of retreat centers.
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