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This is a blog where I would like to share some of my ideas about contemporary mission. I have more than 38 years experience as a full-time missionary in Swaziland, have done a PhD on the theology of mission – specifically on the relationship between mission and eschatology – and am presently specialising in the problem of HIV/AIDS and how the church should approach this problem. Since 2020 I have also developed an interest in COVID-19, specifically in the touch points between people’s response to AIDS and COVID-19, as well as keeping an eye on how the virus and subsequent mortalities develop around the world. You are welcome to respond and share your ideas on this blog.
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Arnau
Baie dankie vir die nuusbriewe en al die inligting. Ek is bietjie oorwldig deur alles wat jy hier bied, maar dit is skitterende werk. Ek is self betrokke by partnerships en sal graag insette lewer en ook van jou kennis en ervaring hierin gebruik maak. Ek sal hopelik later geleentheid kry om verder te reageer.Doen so voort !
Groete
Danie
I would like to be part of this ministry.I like missions and i enjoy being in missions because that si were my heart is.Am asking if you can assit me in a school of missions that you can reccomend.I will be gratefrul.
Hi Alick,
That would obviously depend where you live. Contact me and let me know where you are and then I can see if I can give you advice.
Hello Mr. van Wyngaard,
we are about to move to Swaziland to work full-time with TransWorld Radio, a Christian Radio Organisation probably living near Manzini late summer 2009.
As Candidates on orientation course we are interested in the history of mission in Swasiland.
You seem to be the right one to ask, thank you for your help, maybe with an e-mail adress.
Blessings, Britta
missions = incarnational relationships & partnerships = being Christ to one another… all the time & everywhere
If you haven’t already, check out:
A Credible Witness: Reflections on Power, Evangelism and Race, by Brenda Salter Mcneil
Serving with Eyes Wide Open; Doing Short-Term Missions with Cultural Intelligence, by David A. Livermore
The Shaping of Things to Come: Innovation and Mission for the 21 Century Church, by Michael Frost and Alan Hirsch
I would like to discuss your comments about Angus Buchan. I’m in Boca Raton Florida US. I’m working towards an RN degree and I’m a ROTARY member. Currently I’m a Banker and feel that the LORD is leading me to become an RN in order to do goods works in Africa.
Since I have been a banker for about 14 yrs and a Business banker for many years-I would rather not re invent the wheel so I’m looking for an organization to work with along with the ROTARY INTERNATIONAL and combine forces in order to bring JESUS LOVE to the African people.
It is very important to me to connect with an organization that is humble and only gives the GLORY to our LORD.
My personal needs are few so once I can finish school I plan (GOD willing) to work in Africa for up to 6 months a year.
I’m sending this out and put in the hands of GOD who leads me the result.
GOD BLESS all those who live for JESUS!
Anita Parial
parialanita@yahoo.com
9251 Edgemont Lane
Boca Raton FL 33434
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561-544-1905 office
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I just read your comments on Angus Buchan. Last night I viewed the DVD film, “Faith Like Potatoes,” as you well know, Buchan’s biograhy.
You stated early on in your blog regarding Mr. Buchan, “I went absolutely open-minded, but left, deeply anguished by some things I saw that evening.” Would you please be so kind as to elaborate on that statement?
Also, though I have been a follower of Christ for over 31 years, I know very little about what God is doing in Africa. Most all of my missions focus had been on Asia, since that is where I served with the US Navy for much of my career. Honestly, I was utterly AMAZED at Angus Buchan’s biography, and again, with what you have to say about God moving in Africa!
I am writing from Portland, Oregon, USA.
Thanks,
~Ted Mouser
mouser.mail@comcast.net
I am interested in Missions issues and i would like to be added in your mailing list.
Pastor Azir NDOMBE
B.P. 14621
Kinshasa1
Democratic Republic of Congo
Mail : azirndombe@yahoo.fr
Pastor Ndombe, unfortunately it is not possible to put you on a mailing list. This is a blog. However, you can link to me on Facebook and I always make a note on Facebook wheen I post something new on my blog. Thanks for your interest.
Dear Mr van Wyngaard,
What a shame. You haven’t posted anything new in your blog for a LONG time! Have you let it die a death? That would be a shame. You have some wonderful ideas which you share with your readers. I personally have found some most helpful information for a missions course I’m teaching to local pastors in Kenya.
Thank you, and start up the good work again!
Bernie
PS. Back in 2008 someone asked you whether you’d read the book “The Mission of God” by Chris Wright. I highly recommend it if you have not yet done so!
Hi Bernie. Thanks you so much for your note. I feel so guilty about my neglect. Truth is that I’ve been under more pressure the past 18 months than I ever imagined. I’ve been reading some of my old posts on my blog the past few days and I do feel motivated to tell some more stories and get working again on this. I really hope I can keep it up.
Keep well,
Arnau
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Vanessa
hi l would to be part of you here is my email talentdube80@yahoo.com