Partnerships

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

At NMSI, we are eager to develop partnerships in ministry as we seek to fulfill the Great Commission. We invite your ministry to co-labor with us in building God's Kingdom together.

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Prayer Calendar

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

September 2010

NMSI Prayer Calendar

1. Haiti—Nego and Ellen Pierre-Louis

Praise the Lord for the young people who are learning to surrender everything to God and are serving on the Youth Ministries Committee. As the first Annual Youth Convention finishes today, ask the Lord to use the young people to be a blessing to their country. Pray that through the Here 2 Worship ministry, the young people would exalt the Lord using their own style of music.

2. Chile—Habacuc and Liz Diaz-Ramos

Praise the Lord for using the skateboard ministry to attract young people. Pray that they would be drawn to the Lord as they experience His love through Habacuc and Liz. Pray for the development of other areas of ministry that the youth would respond to. Pray for the provision of the support needed so John Laffoon can return to Chile and use his gifts in ministering to the young people.

3. Costa Rica—Joanne Cadwallader

Praise the Lord for working out the details for Joanne to go to Costa Rica and begin teaching first grade. Ask the Lord to help her feel at home in this new culture. Pray for good relationships with the family that she is living with and with the other staff at the school. Pray for wisdom in balancing school preparation and language study. Ask God to fill Joanne with His joy and peace.

4. Spiritual Formation

Thank the Lord for calling Matt Boden to head up the Spiritual Formation Division. Ask God to guide Matt and the rest of the Spiritual Formation team as they look at ways in which they can best use their gifts to minister to others. Pray that the team will be used to encourage the spiritual growth of those on the field and at the Center for Global Outreach.

5. Uganda—Lena Pira

Praise the Lord that the Child Development Program began August 30. Ask the Lord to use Lena as she assists with this program. Pray for the means to expand the facilities of the Gaba Bible Institute and for the books needed for the library. Ask God to bring Lena someone to be a mentor for her. Pray for unity and good fellowship with the other staff at the Bible College.

6. Cambodia—Mark*

Praise the Lord for the pastors that will be attending the third session of the School of Discipleship the last week of September. Pray for wisdom in the preparation for this week and for the students to come with prepared hearts. Ask God to use Mark as he begins to teach English in connection with Young Life Ministries in October. Pray for opportunities to share Jesus with those who attend.

7. Kenya—Jordan and Lee Anne Johnson

Thank the Lord for providing the support needed for Jordan and Lee Anne to return to Kenya to work with AfricaHope. Pray for a smooth transition for them and their two children. Ask God to show them how He wants them to fit into the ministry there. Pray for good communication and relationships with the other missionaries and staff.

8. CGO—Facilities

Thank the Lord for Bob, David and Ben who work to care for the campus facilities. Pray for safety and protection from injury as they work on repairs and construction. Ask the Lord to care for their families and continue to reveal Himself to their children. Pray for resources and timing in expanding housing so more missionaries can be trained and sent out.

9. Russia—Andrea*

Thank the Lord for protecting Andrea in the midst of the unusual heat and smoke from the summer. Pray for Andrea’s health and for strength to continue studying language and teaching English. Continue to pray for those who attend the English café. Ask God to open their hearts to understand the truth of the gospel.

10. Africa Regional Conference

Praise the Lord for bringing together the missionaries serving in Africa for the Regional Conference, September 11-18. Ask the Lord to anoint those who will be speaking and leading discussions. Pray that this will be a good time of fellowship and refreshment for all attending. Pray that each one will return home with a renewed vision for the work God has given them to do.

11. India—Neil and Courtney*

Thank the Lord for helping Neil and Courtney feel settled in their new home and business. Pray for deepening relationships with those who come for the training. Ask the Lord to use Neil and Courtney to help prepare young people for their employment through increasing their skills in English. Pray that the young people would have a desire to learn about Jesus.

12. Bulgaria—Gabe and Melissa Hillman

Praise the Lord for enabling Gabe and Melissa to complete their first term in Bulgaria. Pray for their adjustment to being back in the States and for safety as they travel and share with their supporters. Ask the Lord to provide the additional support they need for returning to ministry in Velingrad. Pray that the believers in Velingrad would continue to be a light in their community.

13. Center for Global Outreach—Wendy West

Thank the Lord for bringing Wendy to serve at the Center for Global Outreach. Ask the Lord to show her how she can best use her gifts and training in helping prepare new missionaries. Ask the Lord to give Wendy wisdom and discernment as she gives input to missionaries on the field.

14. Mexico—Sergio and Holly Alvarado

Praise the Lord for the Coffee House that is being started. Pray that the remodeling of the storefront and the registering of the business would go smoothly. Ask the Lord to bring many people to attend the activities at this outreach center which will be hosted by the church. Ask the Lord to provide the funds needed for the remodeling and the supplies.

15. Africa Hope—Jamie Sabo

Praise the Lord for using Jamie to host six short-term teams that came to serve at AfricaHope. Ask the Lord to enable Jamie to use the Swahili she has learned to communicate and build deeper friendships with Kenyans. Ask God to show her how she can use her gifts to minster to the needs of the people.

16. Ethiopia—Scott*

Praise the Lord for the beginning of a project to house children who are orphaned from HIV/Aids. Pray for the provision of a house to rent and for staff to be mentors and oversee the care of the children. Ask the Lord to continue to enable Scott to learn the language and to speak through him as he preaches at the church.

17. Asia Regional Conference

Praise the Lord for the opportunity for those who serve in Asia to attend the Regional Conference in Cambodia, September 19-25. Ask the Lord to encourage those who attend with special times of fellowship and worship. Pray for safety for all who are traveling from the U.S. and various Asian countries. Pray for meaningful discussion of topics that pertain to ministry in Asia.

18. Zimbabwe-Dan and Mary Vissani

Praise the Lord for the birth of Dan and Mary’s daughter, Olivia. Pray for Dan and Mary as they adjust to their new role of being parents. Ask the Lord to continue to use Dan to teach the farmers new methods of farming that will benefit them and their families. Pray that the people would see God’s power and goodness in His creation.

19. Central Asia*

Praise the Lord for allowing J. to rejoin her husband in the business in Central Asia. Pray that their son would adjust well to being in college and would develop friendships with other believers. Pray for the growth of the business and provision of needed staff. Ask the Lord to use J. and D. to encourage and disciple believers to stand firm in their culture.

20. England—Kyle and Mindy Duncan

Thank the Lord for leading Kyle and Mindy to a new area of ministry. Ask the Lord to give them wisdom and creativity in developing their plans for reaching out to the community. Pray that Ryan and Meghan McCracken would get their full support and be able to join them in January. Pray for much needed increase in financial support for Kyle and Mindy so they can focus on the ministry.

21. Youth Hope—Malawi

Praise the Lord for using Drew and Josh, apprentices in Malawi, to be an encouragement to the missionaries. Pray for wisdom in establishing projects that will have a lasting impact on the youth. Ask God to use Adam and Kristy as they teach the youth worker training September 24-27. Pray for the planning and establishment of the Business School Project.

22. North Africa*

Thank the Lord for the time the K’s have had in the States. Pray for spiritual protection as they settle back into their work. Ask the Lord to use them in showing His love to the children. Pray that the Holy Spirit would give the believers courage to witness to those who don’t know the Lord.

23. Support Raising—Megan Johnson

Praise the Lord for provision of 82% of Megan’s needed budget to go to Zimbabwe. Ask the Lord to provide the remaining funds needed so Megan can get to Zimbabwe by the first of the year. Pray that Megan would receive her residence and work permit from the Zimbabwean government.

24. Interim CEO—Laura Clancy

Praise the Lord for helping Laura settle into her new role as Interim CEO. Pray for renewed strength as Laura returns from attending the Regional Conferences. Ask God to give Laura wisdom and sensitivity to His leading in carrying out her responsibilities. Pray that Laura would be encouraged by the promises in God’s Word.

25. Leadership Training—Bob and Peggy Kuest

Thank the Lord for safety as Bob and Peggy travel to six different African countries to do leadership training. As they meet with students in Zimbabwe and Mozambique, September 24-October 18, ask the Lord to anoint their teaching. Pray for the development of

strong leaders for the churches in these countries.

26. Mexico—Impacto Latino

Praise the Lord for the 43 men that participated in the First Annual Men’s Retreat. Pray for the Vision Summit, September 26-27, as representatives from supporting churches come and celebrate the church planting project. Pray for a good time of fellowship with the missionary team and members of the Jubilee Church. Ask God to provide funds needed for acquiring the land and new building.

27. Thailand—Melissa Northrup

Praise the Lord for God’s faithfulness during Melissa’s first term of service. Ask the Lord to give her strength, wisdom, and provision throughout her time of Home Assignment which begins in October. Pray also for a time of rest and refreshment. Pray that others would be encouraged as she shares with them how God has been working in Thailand.

28. Australia—Jesse and Cynthia Frame

Praise the Lord that Jesse and Cynthia have received their work permit. Pray for strength in making preparations to move to Australia in October. Pray for meaningful times to spend with family and friends in the midst of all that needs to be accomplished. Ask the Lord to provide the rest of their needed support. Pray for good transition and adjustment for their children.

29. COAT (Community, Orientation, Assessment, Training)

Thank the Lord for the ones who will be coming for the COAT missionary training program which begins October 13. Pray that God would remove any obstacles that might prevent them from coming. Pray for wisdom for Kathy and Jen as they prepare the schedule. Pray for good preparation for those who will be leading various sessions.

30. Southeast Asia*

Praise the Lord for the 10 girls who were baptized at the home for girls who have come out of difficult situations. Pray that they would learn how to follow the Lord. Ask God to give Jenni wisdom as she plans ways to disciple the staff and the girls who are living there. Pray for continued improvement in language for Jenni and for boldness in sharing the Gospel.

*Names withheld because of sensitive areas.

Serve Stateside

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Serve Stateside

Impacting the world for Jesus Christ can be done while living Stateside. With NMSI, the opportunities in the United States are focused at our headquarters, the Center for Global Outreach (CGO) in Fort Myers, Florida.

At the CGO, missionaries and volunteers serve to provide the services that are needed for NMSI to fulfill its mission. All Stateside missionaries go through NMSI's training program, COAT, prior to beginning full-time work.

NMSI has numerous opportunities in Media, Human Resources, Finance, and other divisions. If you have a willing spirit and are teachable, we can put your gifts, talents and experiences to use.

Ready to take the first step? Join us for Coffee Chat!

A typical timeline for someone planning to serve Stateside can look like:

COAT (6 1/2 weeks)
Support Raising (time varies)
Return to NMSI to begin ministry at the Center for Global Outreach

You may also contact our Affiliation Department by calling 239-337-4336 to continue the process of learning who we are and how we might assist you in this journey or by clicking below to email.

Serve Overseas

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Serving Overseas

The goal of New Mission Systems International is to place people where God has called them to serve. With this in mind, we are willing to send people Overseas to places that we currently do not have missionaries. We are here to enable and serve you.

We have missionaries serving all over the globe, each doing the unique ministry that God has called them to while connected to each other through NMSI and Christians everywhere.

Maybe you are interested in joining an existing project and/or team that may fit your calling as well?

Are you interested in Short Term Opportunities? NMSI has multiple opportunities to connect in this way.

Overseas missionaries go through NMSI's training program COAT, then the PILAT and SPLICE programs at Missionary Training International (MTI) prior to going overseas.

Ready to take the first step? Join us for a Coffee Chat!

A typical timeline for someone planning to serve overseas can look like:

COAT (6 1/2 weeks)
Support Raising (time varies)
MTI (Mission Training International (www.mti.org): SPLICE- 3 weeks, PILAT- 2 weeks
Deployment

You may also contact our Affiliation Department by calling 239-337-4336, to continue the process of learning who we are and how we might assist you in this journey, or by clicking below to email.

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