Do you see yourself as called by God to make known the love of Christ by word and deed within our churches, communities, and the world? And part of a league that enables Lutheran women to use their gifts in ministry to the people of the world?

I hope you do! Last week I asked the LWML national officers to complete the phrase,  A missionary is … Here are their thoughts

My dream missionary job would be …

… to be in a field that would help the elderly and mothers with young children.

… to go somewhere where I could help make a difference in sharing Jesus’ love with those eager to hear about Him.

… in Turkey … retracing Paul’s steps in the 1^st century.

… trusting Christ fully, and love as He loved, knowing that the power of forgiveness and faith comes from God alone. My dream is not a place or a specific culture. My dream is trusting that God will work through me in His way, in His time, every day.

… going to an African or Asian country to work in an orphanage. I would hug and educate the children, teach daily Bible studies and start a church choir. (I might still have my chance on a short term mission opportunity)

… working in a medical mission setting outside the United States.

… locally spending time with women of all ages using visual faith resources to provide opportunities for faith talk, Christian encouragement, and a deeper understanding of their Savior. (Someday I want to go on a MOST mission trip! Or visit my cousins in Costa Rica where they oversee children’s homes.)

… to be a partner in the global mission field through Mission Central.

… to go to a difficult spiritual environment like Israel. Oh wait, God is already calling me to do this in 2019!

… where my husband and  I could work together to help build a community and share the Gospel. Like with Laborers for Christ and Disaster Relief. Travel is a bonus thus the disaster work. We’d even travel abroad rebuilding homes, churches, and schools. Bringing with us Bibles, Bible studies, and devotions to share with people.

And he (Jesus) said to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.” Luke 10:2