Our Team

Regional News

Local Opportunities

Love Missions, but Can't Go Right Now

If you want to be on the mission field giving your life in missions service, and God doesn't have you there right now ... you're not the only one.

Many of us (WorldVenture Headquarters Staff included) have a passion for the Great Commission and long to see the gospel advance around the world, but God has here at home for the moment. But the passion he place in us can still be expressed in this season.

WorldVenture has reorganized itself to open the doors for passionate, missions minded people to join us in the finding and sending of new missionaries from your church, your community, and local colleges. We have two types of opportunities: Regional Mission Partners and Regional Mission Coaches.

Two types of opportunities for you:

Get Started

The first step is our Join Our Team App. It takes 5 minutes and gets the ball rolling. Get to the App here

Join Our Team App

Contact Us

Design Your Impact

What ignites your congregation's passion? Develop a missions strategy around that passion and your members will get involved.

A Design Your Impact Workshop can be the first step in helping your church formulate that strategy. It's a fast-paced, seven to eight hour interactive experience for your church's leaders, facilitated by WorldVenture.

The Workshop Includes:

Stories about congregations like yours that learned how to make a strategy and have global impact. Practical help to define the key features God built into your church that you can maximize for effective outreach. Guidance as you investigate what God might want your church to do to fulfill the Great Commission. A game plan to design and implement your church's own strategy.

Workshop Details

Design Your Impact Workshops use different media and lots of group interaction. They can be scheduled for a single day or split across two days.

The process is organized into five parts:

1. Recognize God's Global Design.

   Consider God's plan to use the church to reach all peoples and how changing global circumstances are opening new opportunities.

2. Discover Your Design.

   Identify key elements God has built into your congregation-for a purpose. Study Other Designs.

   Learn from other churches who formed a strategy for missions based on their design and see how they are having a significant impact.

3. Design Your Impact.

   Begin to identify how God may want to use your church's unique design to maximize local and global impact, including open-ended praying and brainstorming among your church's leaders.

4. Run by Design.

   Prepare to implement your strategy and design a plan to mobilize your congregation. You can also learn about optional mission strategy coaching.

5. Interested?

   Contact us to get more information about hosting a workshop or talk to a regional representative to schedule one for your church.
   Contact Us »

What Others Have Said

"Rather than give us pat answers, the Design Your Impact Workshop led us through a fun, step-by-step brainstorming process. We loved the practical ideas illustrated in the videos."

Lillian Choy - Missions Committee

"In just one day we moved light years ahead in missions! By the end of the workshop, we had identified three possible strategic options that fit our DNA and determined a clear decision-making plan. Within two months, we chose and launched a church-wide outreach that already is energizing our entire congregation!"

Ken Aune - Pastor

"This really helped us solidify our vision for missions. It was very helpful to consider our unique characteristics and giftedness as a church to see how God could use us to evangelize our corner of the world and beyond."

Barbara Hyde - Missions Committee Member, Faith Community Church

This workshop was designed by DualReach.

Missions Mentor Training

Developing your Congregation

Building upon KE101 and Design Your Impact, this track aims to help your church better identify, prepare, and send missionaries from your own congregation, and provide excellent care for them all along the way.

Using the book Skills, Knowledge, Character as a guide, we can train people to be Missions Mentors within your church—people equipped and provided with the resources and support necessary to effectively disciple, develop, and care for those drawn to cross-cultural ministry. When your church is ready to intentionally raise up workers for the harvest, this is a key resource.

Resources & Media

Books Written by the WorldVenture Family

Articles Written by the WorldVenture Family

Resources and Media

Estudios en Español | A collection of studies written by Rev. Bruce MacPherson, International Resource Specialist and former missionary to Argentina. For personal study or use in Sunday school, Christian education, small groups, discipleship, or lay leader training.

Here you'll find studies on a variety of topics for use by the local church in Sunday school classes, small groups, and Christian education.

All studies are prepared by Bruce MacPherson, WorldVenture International Resource Specialist and former missionary to Argentina. You may download and make copies of these studies for yourself or for use in your church, provided they are distributed without charge. Please make sure the following credit appears on each copy: © Bruce MacPherson

Estudios Doctrinales (Doctrinal Studies)

1. Cristianos Evangélicos(Evangelical Christians)  Este estudio trata lo que tenemos en común, primero entre todos los que se llaman “cristianos,” luego entre todos los “cristianos evangélicos.” Demuestra a nuestros amigos católicos los puntos de acuerdo. Del mismo modo aclara que los cristianos evangélicos no estamos tan divididos como mucha gente piensa. (This study deals with what we have in common, first with all who call themselves "Christians," then with evangelicals. This shows our Catholic friends where we agree with them, and that evangelical Christians are not as divided as some think.)
2. Doctrina Básica(Basic Doctrines)  Abarca una definición de doctrina, su importancia, y una lista breve de las doctrinas más esenciales, las que nos unen siendo cristianos evangélicos. (A definition of doctrine, the importance of doctrine, and a brief list of the most essential doctrines that unite us as evangelical Christians.)
3. Dos Reinos(Two Kingdoms)  Demuestra la inmensa diferencia entre el reino de Dios y el reino de la oscuridad. Con este estudio intentamos definir lo que debemos buscar primeramente (Mateo 6:33). (A contrast between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of darkness. With this study we attempt to define that which we should "seek first" (Mt 6:33).)
4. Estoy Seguro(I Am Secure)  Trata la seguridad de la salvación y la perseverancia de los santos, basada principalmente en Romanos capítulo 8. (A study on assurance of salvation and the perseverance of the saints, based primarily on Romans chapter 8.)
5. Oración(Prayer)  Trata la naturaleza de la oración, lo que es y lo que no lo es. Nos enseña de cómo orar, lo que debemos evitar, y distintas clases de oración.  (A biblical study on what prayer is, what it is not, how to pray, what to avoid, and distinct kinds of prayer.)
6. Origen del Catolicismo Romano(Origin of Roman Catholicism) Este estudio nos impulsa a volver al cristianismo bíblico y realmente apostólico. (This study encourages us to return to biblical christianity that is truly apostolic.)
7. Pecado de Omisión(Sin of Omission)  Utiliza principalmente el decálogo de Éxodo 20, viendo lo positivo que corresponde a cada uno de los diez mandamientos. (Uses primarily the decalogue of Exodus 20; asks us to see the positive counterpoint of each of the 10 Commandments.)
8. Pentecostales y Carismáticos(Pentecostals and Charismatics)  Es un guía para estudiar unas características del pentecostalismo y el movimiento carismático. Incluye una reflexión sobre las raíces teológicas e históricas de estos movimientos. (A guide for studying some characteristics of Pentecostalism and the Charismatic movement. Also includes a look at the theological and historical roots of these movements.)
9. Premios(Rewards)  Aborda el tema de los premios, o galardones, tanto en el presente como en el futuro. ¿Vale la pena una vida de santidad? (Deals with both present and future rewards. Is a holy and fruitful Christian life really worth all the effort?)
10. Sanidad(Healing)  ¿Cómo debemos responder a la gente en nuestros días que nos acusan igual que hizo los consejeros de Job? ¿Debemos exigir a Dios la sanidad del cuerpo,como algo que él nos ha provisto? ¿Qué hacemos si nos enfermamos, o si nuestro amigo se enferma? (How do we answer Job's counselors today? Is healing in the atonement, to be claimed? What should we do if we get sick, or our friend gets sick?)

Escatología: Estudio de los Últimos Tiempos (Eschatology: Study of the End Times)

1. Cristo Vendrá(Christ Will Come)  Citas de líderes cristianos a través de los siglos (hasta el año 1.830), para observar lo que ellos creían referente al futuro de la iglesia y el tiempo de la gran tribulación. (Quotes of Christian leaders down through the centuries, showing what Christians believed during those times about the future of the church and the great tribulation.)
2. La Segunda Venida de Jesucristo(The Second Coming of Christ)  Es una descripción de este glorioso evento que nos espera.  (A study that examines how the Bible describes this glorious future event.)
3. El Arrebatamiento de la Iglesia: Dos Posturas(The Rapture of the Church: Two Positions)  Puntualiza las dos posturas principales sobre el tiempo del arrebatamiento de la iglesia. (A list of both pre- and post-tribulation rapture arguments.)
4. Señales(Signs)  Enumera las señales bíblicas que anteceden la segunda venida de Jesucristo. Trata el propósito de las señales, luego detalla nueve señales que anteceden la gran tribulación, y nueve señales durante la tribulación. Termina considerando el valor que haya de esta clase de reflexión. (Biblical signs that precede the Second Coming of Christ. This study deals with the purpose of the signs, then lists 9 signs that precede the great tribulation and 9 signs during the tribulation. Finally, it addresses what value there is in this sort of study.)

Introducción al Antiguo Testamento (Introduction to the Old Testament)

1. El Panorama del Antiguo Testamento(Panoramic Overview of the Old Testament)  Al mirar todo el Antiguo Testamento, notamos 12 períodos cronológicos. En cada período, observamos dónde se encuentra este período en la Biblia, las fechas aproximadas, los eventos principales y las personas de más importancia. (Looks at the Old Testament in 12 chronological periods, examining: a) where found in the Bible, b) approximate dates, c) main events, and d) principal characters.)
2. Reseña de los libros del Antiguo Testamento (Main Thought of Each Book of the Old Testament)
3. Temas Principales de los Profetas (Main Themes of the Prophets)  Se notan cómo los mensajes de los profetas tienen que ver con el día de hoy. (In this study we see how very contemporary the prophets were and how applicable their messages are to our times.)

Principios de Interpretación Bíblica (Principles of Bible Interpretation)

1. Reglas de Interpretación Bíblica(Rules of Bible Interpretation)
2. Tres Niveles de Autoridad(Three Levels of Authority)  Nos ayuda a distinguir entre tres niveles de autoridad: 1) los mandamientos universales de Dios para todos los creyentes en todas las iglesias en todos los tiempos, 2) las prácticas apostólicas, ni impuestas ni prohibidas, y 3) las tradiciones y costumbres humanas no mencionadas en la Biblia.  (Helps us differentiate between the 3 levels of authority: a) God's commandments for all believers of all times, b) apostolic practices, which are neither commanded nor prohibited, and c) human traditions not mentioned in the Bible.)

Sectas (Cults)

1. ¿Quién es Jesús?(Who is Jesus?)  Es un estudio bíblico para ayudarnos a guiar a los Testigos de Jehová a reconocer que Jesús es Jehová. (A Biblical study to guide Jehovah´s Witnesses into seeing that Jehovah of the Old Testament and Jesus are one and the same.)

Educación Cristiana (Christian Education)

1. a href="Cristo-Nuestro-Unico-Maestro.pdf">Cristo, Nuestro Único Maestro(Christ, Our Only Teacher)  Es un guía de cómo llevar a cabo un estudio bíblico en grupos pequeños interactivos.  (An orientation for leaders of interactive small group Bible studies.)
2. El Liderazgo Cristiano(Christian Leadership)  Es un estudio a fondo de la naturaleza del buen liderazgo cristiano. Incluye el estilo delliderazgo de Jesús. Trata lo que un buen líder debe ser, hacer y saber; las habilidades y destreza del líder; su desafío y sus enemigos; el costo del liderazgo cristiano; la necesidad de líderes espirituales; de cómo se llega a ser un líder cristiano; y las actitudes básicas e imprescindibles para un buen liderazgo cristiano y para seguir madurando en Cristo. (Includes definition of leadership; Jesus' example as a leader; what a leader should be, do, and know; what skills are needed; pitfalls and challenges; the need for spiritual leadership; how to become a leader; and basic attitudes that are essential for leading and for maturing in Christ.)
3. Preguntas Para Candidatos al Bautismo(Questions for Baptismal Candidates)  El buen uso de estas preguntas sirven para asegurarnos de que el candidato al bautismo ciertamente entiende el evangelio y conoce personalmente al Señor. (These questions help us be sure candidates really understand the gospel and know the Lord.)

Vida Cristiana (Christian Living)

1. Avivamiento y Renovación(Revival and Renewal)  Es un estudio de varias disciplinas que Dios nos ha provisto para ayudarnos a crecer en Cristo. Termina con varios temas relacionados con este proceso: La evidencia de la llenura del Espíritu Santo, de buscar una nueva “unción”, el hablar en lenguas, las caídas, la imposición de manos, la “sanidad interior”, y el bautismo del, con, o en el Espíritu. (A study of some Christian disciplines that help us mature in Christ. At the end, the study also deals with controversial topics such as the baptism of the Spirit, filling, seeking a new unction, speaking in tongues, prophecy, being "slain in the Spirit," laying on of hands and interior healing (including "generational sins").
2. Una Vida de Santidad (A Holy Life)  Comienza este estudio con las bienaventuranzas de Mateo 5:3-12, apuntando lo que es una vida de santidad. Luego trata una definición bíblica de “santidad.” Contestamos la pregunta: “¿Se puede pecar con impunidad?” Termina con un diagnóstico, que nos ayuda a reflexionar sobre nuestro estado interior.  (A study on Biblical holiness, beginning with the beatitudes of Matthew 5. Also discusses what holiness is and the principal motives for holy living. Ends with a list of biblical synonyms for holiness, and a diagnostic test of one's degree of holiness.)
3. Verdad o Consecuencias (Truth or Consequences) Las excursiones eróticas y las aventuras prohibidas puedan ser atractivas y agradables. No te equivoques. Puedan traer alarmantes consecuencias físicas, sociales y espirituales.  (>But don’t be deceived. These may bring alarming physical, social and spiritual consequences.)