Joan shares her incredible journey of faith as she serves among unreached people groups in South Asia, highlighting the challenges, triumphs, and the spiritual battles encountered along the way. Her focus on empowering children as catalysts for community transformation underlines the deep compassion and love flowing through her mission work.

• Joan's personal crisis amid health emergencies
• The call to mission from an early age
• Life-changing experiences in remote villages
• The crucial role of children's empowerment
• Spiritual challenges and the essence of Buddhism
• Overcoming spiritual warfare through faith
• Closing prayers and reflections on the mission journey

"Life is life wherever you go."

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This episode ignites a passionate conversation about bridging the gap between the mission force and mission field, highlighting collaborative efforts to reach unreached communities. Our guests share their inspiring journeys and innovative approaches that combine faith, skills, and community engagement for sustainable impact.
• Discussing the vision of reaching unreached people groups
• Introduction to Switchboard as a connector for skilled individuals
• Julie’s journey from consulting to mission work
• Bob’s architectural focus on faith-based community projects
• Peter’s mission in Kenya and the concept of a mission hub
• Exploring sustainability through community engagement and tourism
• Emphasizing the importance of collaboration in mission efforts
• Calling listeners to engage their skills in mission work

Check out these websites!
www.globalswitchboard.io/
https://mappsfoundation.org/invest-for-the-unreached-of-africa/

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The Season 4 kickoff episode features Maya, a missionary serving in Southeast Asia, who shares her journey from a comfortable upbringing to embracing a life dedicated to reaching unreached people groups. She discusses her cultural adjustments, the importance of building relationships in her new home, and the challenges of living out her faith in a foreign culture.

• Maya’s background as a Chinese American raised in a strong Christian household
• Awakening to the Great Commission and the concept of unreached people groups
• Insights into navigating cultural differences in Southeast Asia
• The significance of food and hospitality in building connections
• The relational emphasis in missionary work over immediate conversions
• Challenges tied to identity, access, and the legality of missionary work
• Growing faith and reliance on God amidst uncertainties
• Encouragement for listeners to consider their roles in mission work

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