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Welcome to the Lent 2022 Journey with Missionaries
through Scripture and Story
We hope this study will strengthen the connections in the global body of Christ by growing the awareness and support of congregations with Christian siblings in other places through incorporating missionaries into worship and small groups in the reading scripture and the sharing of their stories.
Below you will find links to the weekly video recordings, along with the group study questions (also in PDF format)
You can find more information about each of the missionaries (including contact info) in the Links to Missionary Info page
If you have questions about this study or have difficulty accessing any of the various links, please email Dan.
Introduction to Lenten 2022 Journey with Missionaries
In this series we will hear scripture read by missionaries from around the world. After the readings, we will hear a bit more about their missionary journeys and their work.
other ways to watch this 1 minute video:
download the video (link to Google Drive file)
View directly on YouTube
Ash Wednesday (March 2nd)
Scripture (Psalm 51:1-7; Matthew 6:1-6,16-21) read by Temba Nkomozepi (Global Missionary) from Zimbabwe serving in Zambia
Breath Prayer based on Psalm 51
Inhale: Teach me Your wisdom...
Exhale: in my heart
other ways to watch this 20 minute video: download the video (link to Google Drive file) or View directly on YouTube
Weekly Study Questions (PDF link here)
What is something from today’s scripture reading that resonates with you or catches your attention?
What is something about Temba’s journey and story as a missionary that intrigues you and/or surprises you?
What is something from today’s readings, interview, or discussion that you can connect to your everyday life?
In talking about his work and the work of Mujilla Falls Agricultural Center as God’s work, Temba says, “We show up…” How might you show up for someone in your community this week, and in doing so, help realize God’s reign now?
How would you want to support Temba as a missionary and/or in his work at Mujilla Falls Agricultural Center?
Lent Week 1 (week of March 6th)
Scripture (Psalm 91:1-2,9-16; Luke 4:1-13) read by Joy Prim (Global Missionary) from Cal-Pac serving in Hong Kong
Breath Prayer based on Psalm 91
Inhale: My God, My refuge...
Exhale: in You will I trust
other ways to watch this 23 minute video: download the video (link to Google Drive file) or View directly on YouTube
Weekly Study Questions (PDF link here)
What is something from today’s scripture reading that resonates with you or catches your attention?
What is something about Joy’s journey and story as a missionary that intrigues you and/or surprises you?
What is something from today’s readings, interview, or discussion that you can connect to your everyday life?
In talking about her journey towards becoming a deaconess, Joy mentions that she let the idea of paperwork get in the way, and those close to her said, “Get over it” in order for her to fulfill God’s calling in her life. What hurdles do you experience that prevent you from serving fully? What do you need to “get over” so you can get on with serving those around you?
How would you want to support Joy as a missionary and/or in her work with migrant workers?
Lent Week 2 (week of March 13th)
Scripture (Psalm 27; Luke 9:28-36) read by Amber Kupfer and Grace Rogers (Global Mission Fellows).
Amber is from North Carolina, USA & Grace is from Arkansas, USA, and both are now serving in Miami, Florida (USA)
Breath Prayer based on Psalm 27
Inhale: You are my light, Lord...
Exhale: whom shall I fear
other ways to watch this 24 minute video: download the video (link to Google Drive file) or View directly on YouTube
Weekly Study Questions (PDF link here)
What is something from today’s scripture reading that resonates with you or catches your attention?
What is something about Grace’s or Amber’s journeys and stories as missionaries that intrigues you and/or surprises you?
What is something from today’s readings, interview, or discussion that you can connect to your everyday life?
Grace mentions that “learning from another person’s experience” is a key component in her engagement in mission work. Can you share of a time when you learned from someone else’s life experience?
Amber speaks of following Jesus as being both “spiritual and compassionate.” Does one of those things come more naturally to you? How could you cultivate the other one a bit more during this Lenten journey?
How would you want to support Amber and Grace as young adult missionaries and/or in their work in Miami with youth and Justice for Our Neighbors?
Lent Week 3 (week of March 20th)
Scripture (Psalm 63:1-8; Luke 13:1-9) read by Julie Wilson (Church and Community Worker) from Baltimore-Washington (USA) serving in North Carolina (USA)
Breath Prayer based on Psalm 63
Inhale: You are my God...
Exhale: I seek your presence.
other ways to watch this 21 minute video: download the video (link to Google Drive file) or View directly on YouTube
Weekly Study Questions
(email Dan for this week's PDF version)
What is something from today’s scripture reading that resonates with you or catches your attention?
What is something about Julie’s journey and story as a missionary that intrigues you and/or surprises you?
What is something from today’s readings, interview, or discussion that you can connect to your everyday life?
Julie reminds us that everyone – not only commissioned missionaries – can participate in mission work by joining God’s mission already happening around us. Where do you see God’s work happening around you? How can you join that work?
How would you want to support Julie as a missionary and/or in her work at the Community Center?
Also, can you become a Pen-Pal to help with the tutoring program? (If so, names and address can be found in this week's study questions' PDF - email Dan for a copy.)
Lent Week 4 (week of March 27th)
Scripture (Psalm 32; Luke 15:1-3,11b-32) read by Patrick Booth (Global Missionary) from Texas (USA) serving in Cambodia
Breath Prayer based on Psalm 32
Inhale: Blessed are those...
Exhale: whose sins are forgiven
other ways to watch this 22 minute video: download the video (link to Google Drive file) or View directly on YouTube
Weekly Study Questions (PDF link here)
What is something from today’s scripture reading that resonates with you or catches your attention?
What is something about Patrick’s journey and story as a missionary that intrigues you and/or surprises you?
What is something from today’s readings, interview, or discussion that you can connect to your everyday life?
Patrick reminds us that everyone has a story, and he says we can offer compassion by “looking deeper” to see people as God sees them and by making time to “hear someone’s story.” How can you ‘hear’ someone’s story this week? How can you be open to receive compassion someone is offering you?
How would you want to support Patrick as a missionary and/or in his work of bringing hope to survivors of trafficking?
Lent Week 5 (week of April 3rd)
Scripture (Psalm 126; John 12:1-8) read by Nkemba Ndjungu (Global Missionary) from DR Congo serving in Belize
Breath Prayer based on Psalm 126
Inhale: The Lord has done great things...
Exhale: Rejoice, Rejoice, Rejoice
other ways to watch this 25 minute video: download the video (link to Google Drive file) or View directly on YouTube
Weekly Study Questions (PDF link here)
What is something from today’s scripture reading that resonates with you or catches your attention?
What is something about Nkemba’s journey and story as a missionary that intrigues you and/or surprises you?
What is something from today’s readings, interview, or discussion that you can connect to your everyday life?
When Nkemba reflects on Mary’s gift from the John reading he says, “Nothing is too costly when serving God?” What are things you have given up to participate in God’s holy work of healing the world? What might be an area where you feel you may be holding back in shining light to the world?
How would you want to support Nkemba as a missionary and/or in his work with the Methodist Church in Belize?
Lent Week 6 - Palm Sunday texts
(week of April 10th)
Palm Sunday Scripture (Psalm 118:1-2,19-29; Luke 19:28-40) read by Nan McCurdy and Miguel Mairena (Global Missionaries) from Nicaragua serving in Mexico with Give Ye Them to Eat
Breath Prayer based on Psalm 118
Inhale: Blessed is the One, who...
Exhale: comes in the name of the Lord
other ways to watch this 27 minute video: download the video (link to Google Drive file) or View directly on YouTube
Weekly Study Questions (PDF link here)
What is something from today’s scripture reading that resonates with you or catches your attention?
What is something about Nan’s and Miguel’s journeys and stories as missionaries that intrigues you and/or surprises you?
What is something from today’s readings, interview, or discussion that you can connect to your everyday life?
Miguel referred to “God's love for everyone… even the least” as what inspires him for mission, and Nan talked about showing God's love by seeing people and serving those often neglected by the powerful. What might be a way you could show God's love by seeing and serving others this week?
How would you want to support Nan and Miguel as missionaries and/or in their work with Give Ye Them To Eat?
Breath Prayer based on Psalm 31
Inhale: You are my rock, my fortress...
Exhale: Lord lead me, guide me
Because of the nature of their placement site, please email Dan to request a link to watch or download this 35 minute video
Weekly Study Questions (PDF link here)
What is something from today’s scripture reading that resonates with you or catches your attention?
What is something about J’s and T’s journeys and stories as missionaries that intrigues you and/or surprises you?
What is something from today’s readings, interview, or discussion that you can connect to your everyday life?
Both J and T share how local Christians “go and do” boldly, without reservation – What do you feel God could be inviting you to do? What reservations do you need to overcome – what is preventing you?
J and T also demonstrate that they do not allow fear to dictate their lives or decisions. How has fear hindered you from living and loving boldly? Try turning that into a prayer this week – asking God to free you from fear and to strengthen you to live and love boldly.
How would you want to connect with T and J as missionaries and support them in their work in Southeast Asia?
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Thank you for participating with this Lenten Journey with Missionaries through Scripture and Stories
We hope you feel more connected to the global Body of Christ.
More information about these missionaries can be found on the Follow-up Links page.
Also, if you would like to have a missionary read a specific portion of scripture or to connect virtually with your congregation or group, please feel free to contact Dan so he can connect you with one of these missionaries or other missionaries serving around the world.
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