Education & Training

Discover why team dynamics are a leading challenge for missionaries.

Traveling to places around the world often moves us out of our comfort zones. I recently found myself in such a situation. While in India, our host, Saji Lukos, told us we would participate in a foot-washing service. Honestly, I had never witnessed such a thing. Dr. Lukos explained that before the graduation at Mission …

From March 16-30, 2025, Becky and I were privileged to spend two weeks in India with one of SGC’s newest ministry collaborators: Reaching Indians Ministries International. Under the humble, visionary leadership of Dr. Saji Lukos and his wife Mony, “RIMI” has grown from an exploratory prayer journey in 1990 to a regionally accredited seminary—Mission India …

International (MNN) — Throughout Scripture, we see Jesus cherishing women’s gifts, caring for their needs, and speaking to their hearts. 

Shepherds Global Classroom recently conducted its second Global Training event of 2025. This event was hosted in Nigeria by Dr. Nnamdi Oziri, equipping 38 ministry leaders across two locations—24 in Imo State and 14 in Rivers State. SGC’s Director of Global Training, Dr. Randall McElwain, led this trip and was accompanied by Global Trainer Johnathan …

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A missions-minded church isn’t just about local outreach—it’s about embracing the global call to spread the gospel. From supporting missionaries to creating a culture of mission in everyday life, discover what makes a church truly committed to the Great Commission and the powerful impact it can have on communities around the world.

God’s Word says to go forward together; forget the past, and press on to the future. Jesus stands ready to do His great part if we do our bit part of asking Him to take us forward.

Guinea (MNN) — Believers partner with World Missionary Press to make Jesus known in Guinea.

For generations, American missionaries have brought the gospel, education, and humanitarian aid to communities in need, often transforming lives in powerful ways. Yet, in many cases, these well-intentioned efforts have inadvertently fostered long-term dependency rather than sustainable growth. Instead of equipping local churches and leaders to thrive independently, missions have too often created a system where foreign funding and governance are necessary for survival. We explore the unintended consequences of the “missionary welfare state” and calls for a radical shift in how missions are done—one that prioritizes local leadership, financial self-sufficiency, and true empowerment over perpetual aid.