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Features & Benefits
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WHAT MAKES WORLDVENTURE UNIQUE?
  1. Partnerships - WorldVenture has powerful partnerships with local churches in the USA and abroad. Together we bring ministry impact to people who have never heard the Gospel and those seeking to grow in their faith. We're known for working together with other ministries and missions to achieve our common purpose of fulfilling the Great Commission.
  2. Flexibility in Ministry - We offer the flexibility to help you discover and accomplish what God has called you to do. If God is leading you to a certain ministry, let's talk. Just because WorldVenture may not be doing it now, doesn't mean that you can't fulfill your mission with us.
  3. Missionary Care - Missionaries with WorldVenture are supported by a headquarters-based team who are committed to your safety and success both on and off the field. Whether it's the benefits package, specialized training, or help in a time of personal or political crisis, our experienced team is there for you.
WORLDVENTURE TRAINING - Learning how to serve and love.

At WorldVenture we seek to offer excellent training to our missionaries, but no amount of training can compensate for love. As an old saying goes, "People don't care how much you know, until then know how much you care."

That's why WorldVenture is looking for people with a servant's heart and a desire to love the people they serve. Through WorldVenture you'll have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally in the following areas:
  1. Missionary Life-Learn a realistic view of what to expect and how to trust the Lord in every situation.
  2. Spiritual Development-Form habits and practices that will nurture the life of Christ in you.
  3. Cross-Cultural Integration-Learn how to set aside your preferences to gain understanding of how things are done in another culture. You'll gain valuable principles to apply when you encounter inevitable cross-cultural challenges.
  4. Leadership-From support development and public speaking to working with people, we'll strengthen and encourage the leadership qualities God is developing in you.
  5. Community Life-Interpersonal skills, family adjustments, communication with others-all the skills you'll need to make a significant contribution.
  6. Skills for Ministry-What you need to succeed from language skills to Bible Study techniques to sharing your faith in your unique setting.
Benefits for WorldVenture Missionaries

All benefits are covered by financial support to be raised by each missionary. This website description provides a basic overview of benefits and services for your convenience. Prospective missionaries are provided with complete details of the support package during the application and support raising process. Missionaries must raise sufficient support to cover the costs of these benefits.

The following list of benefits is provided to short-term and mid-term missionaries with WorldVenture
  1. Donor Services - WorldVenture handles all of the giving transactions with your donors and provides you with reports so you can track your relationships effectively.
  2. Medical Insurance for Short-Term and Mid-Term Missionaries - An insurance plan is provided through a commercial company that offers world-wide coverage for doctor visits, hospitalization, major medical and, when necessary, evacuation. This coverage includes family members. A supplemental life insurance option is available with this plan.
  3. Counseling & Crisis Intervention - Dealing with tough situations is a normal part of venture life on the field. WorldVenture provides support when and where it is needed.
The following list of benefits is provided to Long-Term Missionaries with WorldVenture.
  1. Retirement Plan/Pension- WorldVenture now offers a defined contribution plan. The amount contributed to your account is included in your support package and it is completely portable to another organization if you ever choose to leave. WorldVenture provides referral to an investment advisor to assist in answering retirement planning questions.
  2. Donor Services - WorldVenture handles all of the giving transactions with your donors and provides you with reports so you can track your relationships effectively.
  3. Medical Insurance for Long-Term Missionaries - WorldVenture has a self-funded and administrated medical plan that provides world-wide coverage for missionaries. It covers doctor visits, hospitalization, and major medial, optical, dental, and medical evacuation.
  4. Life Insurance - All missionaries are covered by a standard amount for both husband and wife. A supplemental option is also available through our life insurance company.
  5. Tax Preparation Service - As a free service to all long-term missionaries, WorldVenture contracts with a tax preparer to handle your federal tax returns. There is a small charge for state returns if necessary. This service is provided by knowledgeable professionals who understand the implications of living overseas.
  6. Overseas Transportation and Relocation - WorldVenture sets aside reserve funds to help you make the transition back to state-side living when you return for home assignment.
  7. Housing and Logistics Support - WorldVenture will base your monthly support needs on the cost of living for your field location.
  8. Utilities Assistance - This is a part of your normal salary to help cover the cost of utilities while living overseas.
  9. Prayer Letter Assistance - We help you print and send your monthly prayer letters to your donors so you can keep those vital relationships alive. .
  10. Vehicle Savings Program - When it's time for a new vehicle, you'll have the funds saved up to buy it as long as the funds have been raised through your monthly supporters.
  11. Rent Assistance - This plan provides for house rental while you are on home assignment.
  12. Equipment and Computer Support and Funding - This benefit allows you to find and use technology to the fullest to enhance your ministry.
  13. Ongoing Training and Continuing Education - Whether on the field or at home, we want you to develop and use the skills you need to minister effectively.
  14. Leadership Development - Ongoing training to strengthen and support the passion and vision God is developing in you and your team.
  15. Children's Education Fund - This fund provides for your child's education while on the field, plus an allowance for college.
  16. Counseling & Crisis Intervention - Dealing with tough situations is a normal part of venture life on the field. WorldVenture provides support when and where it is needed.
  17. Ministry Work Fund - This fund covers your ministry expenses on the field including transportation, vehicle, and ministry operations.
  18. Years of Service Adjustment - In recognition for years of service, missionaries may receive an annual salary adjustment. New missionaries may be given credit for prior service in other organizations.
Support Services Available to WorldVenture Missionaries
  • Fundraising Assistance
    WorldVenture provides every missionary candidate with the training needed to be effective in raising funds for their monthly needs and outgoing expenses. Our training process is designed to help you find donors quickly and efficiently. We will not do it for you, but you can count on our support to help you in the process.
  • Missionary Development
    Growing in Christ, developing the gifts God has given you, acquiring additional ministry skills, or increasing the relational and collaborative skills of working with others, the missionary development team encourages and assists wherever possible. When things get rough on the field, WorldVenture is there with both formal and informal efforts to strengthen, maintain and restore members for effective service. When you need the extra help, we offer crisis intervention, contingency planning and ongoing training.
  • Continuing Education
    Your professional development benefits everyone. WorldVenture missionaries are encouraged to pursue graduate programs, professional seminars and conferences that will strengthen them for the challenges they will on the field. When you discover a course you'd like to take, we encourage you to write or call us so we can help in your finding a program which will fit into your home assignment/field schedule and your needs.
  • Your Children
    Your kids are of great importance to WorldVenture. We offer the very best resources, including our own child and education consultant, to help you and your kids make the adjustment to missionary life and its challenges. Attending a three-day education planning seminar designed to help you to make wise decisions regarding your children's education is an integral part of your pre-field experience. Formal schooling options abound in the international community. For a complete list, click here. (Link to Resources Section/MK Schools/ Link to ISS website.
  • Emotional Wellness
    To help with the transitions between field and home assignment, we offer an emotional wellness checkup in addition to physical checkups. Re-entry into life in the States is the perfect time to assess the growth points in your life and ministry. A week-long time of debriefing with other missionary colleagues is provided for mid-term and long-term missionaries. This valuable process helps you gain perspective on your past term of service with a view toward future plans.
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