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We have an exciting group of experienced instructors lined up for the class. They come from various ministries and organizations. Each brings his or her own insights and illustrations into the informative and eye-opening lessons you will be studying. Check out the list below!
We have an exciting group of experienced instructors lined up for the class. They come from various ministries and organizations. Each brings his or her own insights and illustrations into the informative and eye-opening lessons you will be studying. Check out the list below!
The Biblical Section
Lessons 1-5
The Biblical Section
Lessons 1-5
Lesson 1: The Living God is a Missionary God
Chris Cha • Anchorage, AK
Kaleo Church
Chris is the founding pastor of Kaleo Church in Anchorage, AK. He was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. He moved to Anchorage at the start of his junior year and graduated from East High School (go T-birds!). Chris married the love of his life, Anna, in September of 1999 and now have six wonderful children. Chris graduated from Dallas Christian College with a degree in Ministry & Leadership, and is completing a master’s degree in Global Leadership at Western Seminary.
Lesson 2: The Story of His Glory
Josué Malakh• Lakewood, WA
Lake City Community Church
Lesson 3: Your Kingdom Come
Phillip Nelson • Charlotte, NC
Rev. Dr. Phillip Nelson has a passionate desire to see God's people mobilized for Kingdom advancement. He has preached the message of God's grace for almost 60 years, including 30 years as a pastor and over 25 years as a mission mobilizer. He has ministered on four continents and has been teaching Perspective classes since 1985. Phillip and his wife Gladys are the parents of five saved adult children.
Lesson 4: Mandate for the Nations
Laura Wilson • Tumwater, WA
WEC International
At a very young age I knew God was calling me into missions. After graduating from Prairie Bible College, I went to language school and met my Australian husband, Richard. In 1976 we went to Venezuela with WEC International. We were very privileged to be invited by local churches to teach and train in missions. The Spanish version of Perspectives was a vital part of that training. After 32 years God very clearly lead us to Washington State where we currently serve a mobilizers for WEC and area team leaders for Perspectives. We have 4 adult kids & 8 grandkids.
Lesson 5: Unleashing the Gospel
Tyler Pease • Tacoma, WA
Perspectives USA
Tyler serves with Perspectives USA as the Executive Mobilization Director for the western United States. Prior to joining Perspectives USA, he spent 15 years in pastoral ministry and continues to serve his church as a lay pastor of global outreach. His family applies the values of Perspectives in their own city by welcoming international friends through ministries such as English classes and Discovery Bible Studies.
The Historical Section
Lessons 6-9
The Historical Section
Lessons 6-9
Lesson 6: The Expansion of the World Christian Movement
Greg Duhart • Alexandria, VA
James 2 Assocaiation
Greg is a passionate educator dedicated to mobilizing individuals, churches and organizations to fully embrace the Mission of God in every dimension of their lives and work. His teaching combines theological depth with real-world application, drawing from his years of involvement in global missions among unreached and unengaged people in Africa, Asia and the Caucasus. Greg serves on the boards of Pioneers USA and the National African American Mission Council (NAAMC). Greg and his wife, Kimberlia, have been married for over 40 years.
Lesson 7: Eras of Mission History
Linda LeFevre • University Place, WA
Linda LeFevre serves as a leader with Better English in Tacoma - a ministry that serves international friends through English classes, book clubs, and Discovery Bible Studies. Her professional experience includes working as an electrical engineer and a college professor. Linda has three grown children and will become a first-time grandmother in 2026.
Lesson 8: Pioneers of the World Christian Movement
Manis Pierre • Tacoma, WA
Peace Lutheran Church
Manis Pierre serves detainees at an immigration detention center and as youth minister at Peace Lutheran Church in Tacoma, where he is committed to walking alongside all people through Scripture, questions of faith, and practical acts of service. He came to faith in Jesus as a child and has continued to grow through God’s grace and faithfulness in every season of life.
His professional background includes community advocacy, teaching, and worship ministry. In his off time, Manis enjoys reading Russian literature, long walks, and playing cribbage with his wife.
Lesson 9: The Task Remaining
Lindsey Rice • Chicago, IL
Perspectives USA
Lindsey is a Greek-American living in Chicago, Illinois. After serving in East Asia and having her eyes opened to God's love and desire for the nations, Lindsey has been focused on doing cross-cultural ministry in various contexts. She has now invested 20 years serving international students, welcoming refugees, teaching, working with Perspectives, and mobilizing her church to help every follower of Christ take their next step as World Christians.
The Cultural Section
Lessons 10-11
The Cultural Section
Lessons 10-11
Lesson 10: How Shall They Hear?
Karen Pease • Tacoma, WA
Better English in Tacoma
I love Jesus. My life has been forever changed by His love and grace, and it is my deepest desire to share this Good News with people from all nations. To that end, God has given me opportunities to make disciples overseas (where I lived in Asia for 6 years) and here in the USA among refugees & immigrants through ESL programs & Discovery Bible Studies.
Lesson 11: Building Bridges of Love
Isabel Lee• Gaithersburg, MD
Chinese Bible Church of Maryland
Isabel Lee earned both a B.A. and M.A. in Bible and missions. She served with SEND International for over 22 years in church planting and teaching in Asia, served in various leadership roles, and among Syrians and Afghans in the Middle East, Macedonia, and the U.S. Currently, Isabel is the Minister of Global Outreach and Women's Ministries at Chinese Bible Church of Maryland, a Perspectives instructor, and serves on the Boards of SEND International, Mission Works, and Missio Nexus.
The Strategic Section
Lessons 12-15
The Strategic Section
Lessons 12-15
Lesson 12: Christian Community Development
Eric Von Barnau Sythoff • Lakewood, WA Passion Center for Children
Eric was born in Djkarata, Indonesia, to Dutch-Indo parents, and his family immigrated to the USA when he was 8 years old. He committed his life to Christ while serving in the military, and since then, the Lord has allowed him to serve as a church planter, lead pastor, and missionary on three continents. He currently serves as the founder and president of Passion Center for Children in Malawi. His heart's desire is to continue to be used by God to bring Him glory and to expand His Kingdom.
Lesson 13: The Spontaneous Multiplication of Churches
Jose Martinez• Lousiville, KY
Perspectives USA / Breath of Life Int'l
Jose is originally from the Dominican Republic and resides in the United States. He has been married to Raquel for 27 years and has three beautiful daughters. Jose is an ordained pastor, church planter, and missionary. He is the president and founder of the missionary organization Breath of Life International, president of the business-as-mission company Eden Global, and holds degrees in Physics, Engineering, Theology, and Missions.
Lesson 14: Pioneer Church Planting
Christina Z • Kansas City, MO
All Nations
Christina is loved by God! She told Him she would go anywhere in the world (and she MEANT Africa or the Middle East), and now lives in Missouri serving as the Director of Mobilization for All Nations. She started making disciples in the Pacific Northwest before she could drive and has served as a Children's Pastor, pioneer missions org office staff, & church planter. She loves introducing people to Jesus at Burning Man or among GenZ, and believes waterfalls & chocolate are essential for health.
Lesson 15: World Christian Discipleship
David Scammell • Bozeman, MT
Dave loves Jesus and seeing others encounter Jesus, especially those who have never heard of Jesus or met another follower of Jesus. He is an adventurer, pioneer and explorer at heart.
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