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Tentmakers on Mission

November 2, 2026

Changing world dynamics may require a renewed focus on an age-old method in missions: tentmaking. … More Tentmakers on Mission

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Family Life in a New Missions Reality

October 19, 2026

What do the new realities of mission life mean for families? Can we prepare our children for such uncertain times? Yes, by leaning into the ever-certain God we follow. … More Family Life in a New Missions Reality

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Rethinking Long-term Missions

October 5, 2026

How will the rapid changes of our world affect those who are called into full-time mission service? Here are some thoughts on the matter. … More Rethinking Long-term Missions

Rethinking Long-term Missions

The Women’s Retreat

September 21, 2026

A recent women’s retreat left me hopeful for the future, as women continue to answer the call to mission service among Muslims. … More The Women’s Retreat

The Women’s Retreat

Sailors Brownies

September 7, 2026

A sweet ending to some of my favorite, gifted recipes: Grace’s Sailors Brownies. … More Sailors Brownies

Sailors Brownies

West African Groundnut Stew

August 24, 2026

A family favorite from my days in Ivory Coast. If you like spicy, you’ll love this Groundnut Stew recipe. … More West African Groundnut Stew

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An Easy Dessert in a Pinch

August 10, 2026

Need a quick and easy dessert for company? Try this apple crumble shared by a dear friend. … More An Easy Dessert in a Pinch

An Easy Dessert in a Pinch

My Go-To Main Dish

July 27, 2026

A favorite lasagna recipe has been my go-to dish for company for decades. Now you get the recipe! … More My Go-To Main Dish

My Go-To Main Dish

My Go-To Cookies

July 13, 2026

I’m sharing a recipe I’ve now used for 40 years and served to children and friends in every country where we served. Nothing better than a chocolate chip oatmeal cookie. … More My Go-To Cookies

My Go-To Cookies

Patriotism: Right or Wrong?

June 29, 2026

For Americans serving overseas, love of country can be a loaded proposition. We’ll examine what patriotism means for missionaries. … More Patriotism: Right or Wrong?

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