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Field Partner Astounding provision, miraculous transportation & cross-cultural close calls!Hold on to your hats - David and Joyce have had some astounding stories of God showing up when they needed him most! If you haven't listened to part 1 yet, go back and check it out for more amazing testimonies. We were privileged to interview two legends in the Kingdom—David and Joyce Lamb. Their stories of divine provision, angelic encounters, and healing will leave you more aware than ever that the Kingdom of God is truly at hand! Moments of God at work are always a huge encouragement, and this interview is packed with ‘only God’ moment...

2025-08-0144 min

Field Partner From Drugs and Crime to Healing and Mission! | David and Joyce LambWe were privileged to interview two legends in the Kingdom—David and Joyce Lamb. Their stories of divine provision, angelic encounters, and healing will leave you more aware than ever that the Kingdom of God is truly at hand! Moments of God at work are always a huge encouragement, and this interview is packed with ‘only God’ moments.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VN_e62s_s_MGet David's book, Faith Man: amazon.co.uk/Faith-Man-Adventures-Faithful-Story/Check out the Keys Ministry School of Ministry: keysministries.org/...

2025-07-0444 min

Faithful Footsteps Lessons from Amy Carmichael's Life and WorkWho was Amy Carmichael? What was her life like before meeting Jesus? Why was her conversion unexpected? In what ways did she help people to know about Jesus? Why should people today know about her?These sources provide an overview of the life and work of Amy Carmichael, an Irish missionary to India who dedicated her life to rescuing children, primarily young girls, from slavery and prostitution in Hindu temples. They highlight her faith and dedication, her adaptability to local culture, and her focus on holistic ministry that addressed both spiritual and physical needs, even when facing oppos...

2025-05-2517 min

The Christian Wellbeing Show What Does the Church Need to Know About Missionary Life?In this episode of the Christian Wellbeing Show, host Michelle welcomes back Christine Paterson, co-founder of FieldPartner International, to discuss critical aspects of missionary life that the church needs to know.From her extensive experience in cross-cultural work, Christine shares the vital importance of self-awareness and support systems for missionaries. The episode explores common challenges such as culture shock, the hidden struggles of missionary work, and the role of sending churches in providing effective support.Christine also introduces concepts like the Johari Window for self-awareness and the necessity of both cross-cultural training and...

2025-05-221h 06

Field Partner Deportation, Leading Schools & Processing Pain on the Field | Rod and Ruthie Gilbert | Part 2We've already covered a lot of ground with the wonderful Rod & Ruthie Gilbert, including their story of falling in love, facing tradegy in remote India, and start a family on the mission field. Now, we move onto a new phase, along with new challenges. Their stories are amazing, and the wisdom they have gained is profound! Don't miss this!Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Vg-POW-Mbw8________https://fieldpartner.orghttps://facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternationalhttps://instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2025-03-0748 min

Field Partner Rod & Ruthie Gilbert | Love, loss and laughter serving in Asia | Part 1We've been longing to share the story of the amazing Rod and Ruthie Gilbert with you. From meeting whilst Rod was on the mission field, to starting their family in the thick of Gospel work in India, Rod and Ruthie have experienced ups, downs and seen God work in their lives countless times over! This is part one of a fantastic interview not to be missed. Part 2 will be coming soon!

2025-01-3046 min

Field Partner Unwrapping the TCK ExperienceWe had a fantastic launch webinar for our latest course - Caring for TCKs. We heard from Dean of Studies Ben, and a range of other TCK voices from across the globe! You can catch up with the recording here. We're so excited about this course, which addresses a real need in the world of crossing cultures. We start by defining what it means to be a TCK, then delve into the distinctive traits that set them apart. We also learn how to be TCKs' supportive parent or teacher as they navigate the complexities of cultural transitions and help...

2024-09-2456 min

Field Partner Ross & Christine Paterson | Love across borders, battling challenges together, and serving ChinaEnjoy the wisdom and inspiration of over a century combined missions experience, as we sit down with our founders, Ross & Christine Paterson, sharing about their respective journies to the mission field, their complicated journey to marriage, and the ups and downs of serving multiple nations in the far East for decades. They make a great team! Ross and Christine went to the field without any training - to discover what they wish they had known, check out our courses and other resources here: fieldpartner.org/courses Dig deeper into their stories with some one-to-one interviews:

2024-05-311h 00

The Christian Wellbeing Show Let's Ditch the Comparison GameThis week, Michelle is joined by Christine Paterson. Christine has devoted much of her life to living and working overseas for the sake of the gospel. She now runs FieldPartner International, an organisation which helps cross-cultural workers. But Christine also has a very personal mission - to help people "Ditch the comparison game", a game which she defines as either feeling diminished by the actions of others, or constantly aiming for one-upmanship. So, how can we be better? How can we stop comparing ourselves with others, and help others stop comparing themselves with us? And, ha...

2024-03-2143 min

Field Partner Ignorance is NOT Bliss | Launch EventIn this launch event, we shared the exciting launch of our new courses, website and community, plus an exciting launch offer! Grab it before 8th March using the code LAUNCH50 fieldpartner.org/courses Margaret Atwood called the saying 'What you don't know won't hurt you “a dubious maxim: sometimes what you don't know, she says, can hurt you very much.” I would agree, especially when it comes to not even knowing what we don’t know and when that ignorance can really trip us up! In my view, this is very much the case when it comes to crossing cul...

2024-03-0155 min

Field Partner Ben GilbertWe're thrilled to introduce Ben, our new Dean of Studies for FieldPartner English. A proper Third Culture Kid, Ben's experience and skillset makes him the perfect fit for this new role, so before he started officially, we managed to sit down and get to know him a little more. Growing up as a missionary kid had a range of challenges, not least when he returned 'home' to the UK and found he didn't really fit in. Ever since, Ben has held a range of educational and missional posts, and we're delighted to have him on board with us at...

2024-01-2625 min

Field Partner Nicola Neal | Serving in Slums, Steps of Faith & Turning TablesWhen Nicola and husband Simon were called out of a comfortable life into the poorest communities, they had no idea they'd end up serving in slums in Uganda. Nicola's story is an incredible exploration of steps of faith, seeing how God can bring incredible transformation to the most dire situations. You'll come away from this interview smiling, inspired and challenged! Check out Nicola's latest book, Turning Tables and connect with her at nicolaneal.uk Find out more about the work of Every Life: everylife.org.uk Nicola also appeared on the 'Inspired...' Podcast...

2023-11-1051 min

Field Partner But God | Interview at Trinity CheltenhamFieldPartner Founders Ross & Christine Paterson were interviewed at their sending church, Trinity Cheltenham about their story, as part of a series entitled 'But God'. We trust you will find it encouraging and stirring! --- fieldpartner.org/linktree --- Check out the 'FieldPartner Foundations' podcast for Ross Paterson's sermons and biblical teaching.

2023-10-1642 min

Field Partner Andy McCulloughHaving grown up in Cyprus, being married to Jessica – who is South African – and with four children who were born in the UK but grew up in the Middle East, Andy is no stranger to crossing cultures! In this insightful interview he shares his experiences and lessons learned from years serving in Istanbul, as well as other nations. Currently based at Reading Family Church in the UK as their Teaching Pastor and is an avid student of language, culture, mission and the Bible. Andy is involved in planting churches and coaching church planters as the leader of the...

2023-07-2147 min

Field Partner Samuel RenlingWe had the chance to sit down with Samuel and hear a little about his cross-cultural story. Hailing from rural Sweden, Samuel's parent's service as missionaries had a significant impact on his own life, as he too has served in cross-cultural contexts, particularly with young people, and now as a husband to Joy, from Taiwan, he has a new insight being in a cross-cultural marriage. It's wonderful to sit down with this humble and faithful servant and compare notes on the cross-cultural journey! Listen to the interview with Samuel's wife, Joy, in Chinese: https://fpinter.org/interviews-joy Watch this...

2023-06-0225 min

Field Partner Special Episode | Transition & Change, Loss & GriefThis special episode is a recording of a live event we hosted with Tony Horsfall on the topic of working from a place of rest. To watch the video recording of the event, visit fieldpartner.org/change At some point in our lives, we all face different types of changes that can lead to feelings of loss and grief. It could be as simple as switching jobs or as profound as losing a loved one. Change can be a challenging journey, but it doesn't have to be walked alone. During this webinar, Tony shared his p...

2023-04-241h 00

Field Partner Lori RogersOur latest interview is with Lori Rogers, who leads MomentumYes, an exciting mission mobilisation organisation. Their free, 6-part video course is quickly spreading all around the world to over 50 nations, with multiple language translations in the pipeline! We had a great discussion, and discovered that we share the same heart - that every Christian has a vital role to play in fulfilling the great commission to the nations, whether going, supporting or mobilising. We highly recommend you check this out and have a look at MomentumYes: fieldpartner.org/momentumyes Watch this interview as a...

2023-04-2140 min

MissionSmart 79 Interview with David & Vicki by Christine Paterson w/ Field Partner Int'lEpisode 79— Interview with David & Vicki Done by Christine Paterson w/ Field Partner Int’l (www.fieldpartner.org) David & Vicki tell their story and share about their ESI ministry

2023-02-0747 min

Field Partner Dr Mary HoDr Mary Ho serves as the International Executive Leader of All Nations International, a global Christian missions organization. In this current role, Dr. Ho provides leadership and direction for All Nations which has grown to four hubs and 400 cross-cultural workers in more than 40 countries. This is a wonderful interview, that is a little different from our others, reflective of Mary's role with All Nations as she shares her journey and her heart for the unreached people of the world. It's also filled with helpful thoughts for those sending, or considering mission for themselves. In the e...

2023-01-2038 min

FieldPartner Foundations Go and do likewise...Ross speaks from the story of the Good Samaritan with a powerful call to us all... Recorded at Bread of Life International, Taipei on 11th December 2022. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2022-12-1655 min

Field Partner Greg & LisaFor security reasons, we can't share their real names, but Greg and Lisa have a story that is well worth hearing. After serving unreached people in China, they were interrogated by the Chinese Secret Police, and forced to leave. They have moved to Cape Town in South Africa, where they now serve refugees. These faithful servants of the gospel candidly share their walk, and the struggles it has brought them. We hope it will be an encouragement to you! You can also watch this interview as a video on our website: fieldpartner.org/greg-and-lisa-interview ---

2022-12-1649 min

Field Partner Elizabeth TrotterElizabeth and her husband Jonathan were missionaries to Cambodia. They returned to America during Covid lockdown in a sudden and difficult end to their years of ministry. During their time on the field, and since, they have dedicated much time to creating blogs, books, podcasts and more to share their wisdom and reflections, often on taboo subjects. Their book, Serving Well: Help for the Wannabe, Newbie, or Weary Cross-cultural Christian Worker is a valuable resource. Elizabeth serves as the editor for the excellent collective blog, A Life Overseas. In this interview, Elizabeth shares her journey to the field, from...

2022-09-3045 min

FieldPartner Foundations Where the Holy Spirit is Free to WorkSermon: Ross explores the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives, posing the question; 'is there any area of our life that would make it more difficult to allow the Spirit to work in us?' Ross looks to scriptures such as Luke 4 (Jesus' anointing of the Spirit), Romans 12:1-2 (living sacrifices), Revelation 5:9-12 (The Father's business), examples throughout the book of Acts and 2 Corinthians 5:5 (the Spirit as a guarantee). Watch this on video at: fieldpartner.org/holy-spirit-free-to-work Recorded at Bread of Life International, Taipei on 19th June 2022. Check out our sister p...

2022-07-0158 min

Field Partner Reuben InweOur interview with Reuben Inwe is a fascinating one. His own story of encountering the Lord on a bus in Nigeria, then being led to serve and plant a church in a specific city in the north of England, is both dramatic and impacting. However, it is his challenge to the church in the West to believe more thoroughly in the gospel itself that was the most hard-hitting! Sometimes it is good for us to have a mirror held up to us and to have to see ourselves through the eyes of someone from another culture! Do listen to...

2022-06-1757 min

2022-06-0252 min

Field Partner Michael PrestMichael Prest is the director of our partner, UFM Worldwide. In this thought-provoking interview, he shares his personal story and how that led him to his current role today at UFM, an organisation that works to foster and nurture the role of the sending church in raising up and supporting cross-cultural missionaries. Read Michael's excellent guest post on our blog - The Privilege of Being a Sending Church. This idea and principle is an integral part of our mission at FieldPartner. We have created resource maps (see 34:13) that demonstrate the relationship between the sending church and the...

2022-05-1337 min

Field Partner Bev GigneyBev Gigney founded a children's home called Dove's Wings during her years serving in China, having had a clear call to go and work with children in that nation. Along her journey she experienced setbacks and tragedy, which sadly led to her having to leave the mission field very suddenly. An important part of her journey was her return, where she found the post-field life equally difficult, but can testify to God's faithfulness, and the way he has used her in this stage of her journey. We hope that Bev's story will inspire you, and for those who have...

2022-04-0149 min

Field Partner Joann PittmanJoann Pittman was born as a 'Third Culture Kid' to missionary parents in Pakistan. But little did she know that during her childhood, seeds were being sown that led her to another nation that captured her heart: China. After many years of experience teaching there, Joann has now returned to the USA, where is the Vice President of Partnerships and China Engagement at ChinaSource, an excellent and reputable website that covers events in the nation from the perspective of the church, also acting as a community and resource to equip people. She also shares the fascinating story...

2022-02-2433 min

Field Partner David and Vicki FrazierAfter a season of cross-cultural preparation and discernment, David and Vicki worked as missionaries for 20 years in Turkey before their return to the US. They have a strong desire to equip churches to send their missionaries well, with proper preparation and support which led them to create Equipping Servants International, as well as writing David's excellent and practical book: Mission Smart - 15 Critical Questions to Ask Before Launching Overseas. In this insightful interview, they share their story and some of the wisdom they have acquired over many years on the field. It may be especially helpful for those considering c...

2022-01-1447 min

"This is Our Tribe!" by Global mobilization Network “What did God ask me to do with my life?” feat. Ross Paterson (FieldPartner/Antioch Missions)Stay to the course of our calling and things will be less complicated when the vision is clear. The conversation with Ross in this episode has surely prompted a lot of self-reflection. He followed his calling, lived amongst the Chinese and speaks fluent Mandarin Chinese. It is a power-packed half-hour with insights into Ross’ journey into mission-mobilization, cross-cultural concepts, the ‘three keys’ to church, and using stories to bring principles to life. The significance of working together was illustrated as putting all the puzzle pieces together to work out what God is saying to the team. More a...

2022-01-1129 min

FieldPartner Foundations Jacob's Encounters with GodRoss examines three encounters Jacob had with God in the book of Genesis. This sermon was given at Holy Trinity Cheltenham on August 16th 2020. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2022-01-0721 min

FieldPartner Foundations 7 Ways to Drop Your CallRoss Paterson examines the vital question of 'what do we do once we have a calling?' The enemy will be determined for us to miss, forget, ignore or avoid our God-given calling and in this illuminating sermon, Ross shares 7 challenges we may encounter in pursuing a calling. This was recorded at Trinity Cheltenham in August 2021 - trinitycheltenham.com/ Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.c...

2022-01-0340 min

FieldPartner Foundations Joseph 7 - Blessing or Obedience or Both?The final in this 7-part series on Joesph, Ross looks at the important balance between God’s sovereign grace and empowerment in our lives and our response of obedience, as seen in the life of Joseph. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-12-0618 min

Field Partner Special Episode | Working From a Place of RestThis special episode is a recording of a live event we hosted with Tony Horsfall on the topic of working from a place of rest. To watch the video recording of the event, visit fieldpartner.org/workfromrest. Tony looked at the important question: How can we joyfully sustain ministry over the long haul of life? The biggest mistake we can make in ministry is to try and work for God rather than work with God. Jesus himself shows us by his example how we can work in partnership with the Father. Tony served as a...

2021-11-1259 min

FieldPartner Foundations Joseph 6 - Joseph and His ChoicesIn this 6th talk on the life of Joseph, Ross discusses the relationship between Joseph's choice to avoid immorality and the blessing and anointing that was on his life. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-11-0116 min

Field Partner Alan and Jan KilpatrickAlan and Jan Kilpatrick have lived a wide-ranging and varied life in ministry and mission, most recently serving in Mozambique. This interview contains their remarkable story of a real-life journey - one with many twists and turns! From church conflict to suffering from depression, their testimony is one of faith and courage in many different contexts. Discover more about Iris at irisglobal.org.uk. --- fieldpartner.org/linktree --- Check out the 'FieldPartner Foundations' podcast for Ross Paterson's sermons and biblical teaching.

2021-10-2946 min

FieldPartner Foundations Joseph 5 - Joesph and the Goodness of GodRoss shares in this fifth Joseph talk how Joseph laid hold of the promises of God and saw that come to pass - even when his situation seemed to deny that for a while. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-10-0419 min

FieldPartner Foundations Joesph 4 - The Lies of Joesph's BrothersIn this 4th episode of Ross teaching on the life of Joseph, he discusses the lies of Joseph’s brothers that they lived with for 13 years, and lessons we must learn from that. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-09-0623 min

Field Partner Geoff & Jackie BishopGeoff and Jackie Bishop were missionaries for many years in Burundi, central Africa. In this interview, they share the events that led them both there, how they met and what their ministry looked like. But eventually, they were no longer able to work in Burundi, so returned to Australia, where Geoff was from originally - what next? They detail the way they have adapted to use their skillset and experiences in a very different environment from Burundi. Discover more resources for Post-Field workers on fieldpartner.org/post-field --- fieldpartner.org/linktree

2021-08-2747 min

FieldPartner Foundations Joesph 3 - Learning in the School of God's FaithfulnessBible Study Ross shares another first lesson from the life of Joseph: learning in the school of God's faithfulness. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-08-0919 min

Field Partner Amy YoungAmy Young spent many years as a cross-cultural worker in China, and now works to support cross-cultural workers through various ministries. In this thought-provoking and encouraging interview, Amy shares her experiences of China, her near-death experience, the story of her books and reflections on embracing differences between cultures. Check out Amy's ministry Global Trellis: globaltrellis.com Check out Velvet Ashes: velvetashes.com Check out Amy's books: messymiddle.com/books - Love Amy: An Accidental Memoir Told in Newsletters from China - Enjoying Newsletters: How to Write Christian Communications People Want...

2021-07-2356 min

FieldPartner Foundations Joesph 2 - A Desire Not For My Ministry But to Bless and Release OthersBible Study Ross shares another first lesson from the life of Joseph: a desire not for my ministry but to bless and release others. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-07-1217 min

FieldPartner Foundations Joseph Part 1 - Effortless or DifficultBible Study Ross Paterson's first study in a 7-part series on Jospeh, one of his favourite biblical figures, Joseph. This week, we look at how Joseph was one of the earliest cross-cultural missionaries - from Canaan to Egypt and back! Ross shares lessons from his life asks: is the real Christian life effortless or difficult or a mixture of both? Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.co...

2021-06-2815 min

Field Partner Barry and RowenaRowena and Barry McKnight have been missionaries for many years in Thailand. In this insightful interview into their years of service in various ministries and regions of the country, they share the importance of learning the local language, their experience in church planting and member care for other missionaries. Barry & Rowena spent some time in the leadership of the juniper tree. Learn more here: juniper-tree.org If you are interested in reading Barry's book, get in touch with us here: fieldpartner.org/contact --- fieldpartner.org/linktree

2021-06-2541 min

Field Partner Special Episode | Self-care for God's ServantsThis special episode is a recording of a live event we hosted with Tony Horsfall on the topic of Self-care. To watch the video recording of the event, visit fieldpartner.org/self-care-event. ‘Self-care for God’s Servants’ asks the question ‘Is self-care valid?’ and then looks practically at ways in which we may care for others without neglecting our own needs. In particular, it looks at the discipline of stopping, and the practice of sabbath. Tony served as a missionary with OMF in East Malaysia, and later headed up EQUIP, a missions training programme based in England...

2021-06-211h 03

FieldPartner Foundations Joesph - 5 Lessons About God and His Plans for Our LivesSermon Ross Paterson's message, recorded at Bread of Life International Church. Ross encourages us with five lessons from one of his favourite biblical figures, Joseph. Find out more about Bread of Life International here: http://im.breadoflife.tw Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-06-1430 min

FieldPartner Foundations Jonah 4 - Four Questions AskedBible Study The book of Jonah is not about the fish! Ross talks of Jonah’s battle with the Lord in Jonah 4 and how that relates to us today. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-05-3122 min

FieldPartner Foundations Get Ready to be Shaken!Bible Study Ross looks at what the Bible says about the end of the world, and how the Bible tells us to get ready for it. Though recorded several years ago, it has new relevance in light of the Coronavirus pandemic, a time of great shaking in many areas. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-05-2419 min

Exploring God’s Word with Brad Thurston The Unconverted Preacher - the testimony of Brad ThurstonFieldPartner International is an organization I have been involved with since their inception. Co-founder Christine Paterson asked me to share my testimony in a Zoom interview. Since several have asked me how I became a Christian and a preacher, I have decided to include a copy of that interview in my podcast. If you have any questions, you can personal message me on Facebook!

2021-05-201h 01

FieldPartner Foundations Simon of CyreneSermon Ross looks at the character of Simon of Cyrene - how a man who may be considered out of place in Jerusalem during the Passover ended up with a key role in the story of Jesus' crucifixion. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-05-1727 min

FieldPartner Foundations Genesis 12 - Four KeysBible Study Ross looks at the call of Abram in Genesis 12. Also dipping into the story of the three visitors in Genesis 18. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-05-1017 min

Field Partner Onesphore ManirakizaOnesphore is the Burundian National Director of Great Lakes Outreach. In this interview, Onesphore shares the story of his birth into an ethnic conflict, his discovery of the calling upon his life and how he worked alongside unreached minority groups in Burundi. He shares his heart to raise up a well-trained generation of missionaries from Burundi and throughout Africa, to return the gospel to Europe and the Americas. Check out our earlier episode - an interview with Great Lakes Outreach Founder - Simon Guillebaud. You can also watch all of ou...

2021-05-0733 min

FieldPartner Foundations Matthew 11 - The YokeBible Study Ross examines Matthew 11, where Jesus speaks those famous words: "Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-05-0321 min

FieldPartner Foundations Amos 7 - Seven Keys for Ordinary PeopleBible Study Ordinary People Making a Difference - a key foundation of FieldPartner's ministry. Ross Paterson Takes us through Amos 7 and what an ordinary person like you and I can get out of it. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-04-2614 min

Field Partner Katie ChenSubscribe to the podcast to catch our latest episodes! After being baptised at only 5 years old, Katie felt a clear calling to serve in Asia in her late teens and ended up in Taiwan doing her masters. During this time, she put down roots with a local church, starting a prayer room in her house with some friends and seeking God's will for their area, in Danshui, near Taipei. It was laid on Katie's heart that she was to dedicate her life to this area and, after meeting her Taiwanese husband, they planted a church in the...

2021-04-1452 min

FieldPartner Foundations Ordinary People Making a DifferenceSermon Ross encourages us that, although we are all ordinary - each of us is called to make a difference. Recorded at Agape. Check out our sister podcast - simply called 'Field Partner' - for inspiring stories from experienced missionaries. FieldPartner Podcasts fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-04-1237 min

FieldPartner Foundations Acts 9 - Painful Surprises From the Life of PaulBible Study Ross looks at Acts 9 and the challenge of the life of Paul, including the pain he went through. He challenges us that much of the Christian life will be tragic and disorderly and that this fact actually helps us to grow! fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint

2021-04-1225 min

FieldPartner Foundations Acts 2 - Where Do We Go Next?Bible Study Ross shares how the early church responded to the gift of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2. fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint/

2021-04-1217 min

FieldPartner Foundations The Four QuestionsSermon Ross looks at the gospel of John, chapters 5-7 and picks out four questions Jesus asks. fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint/ Recorded at Bread of Life International: http://im.breadoflife.tw

2021-04-1237 min

FieldPartner Foundations The Syro Phoenician WomanSermon This sermon is by Ross Paterson on the Syro Phoenician woman from Matthew 15. fieldpartner.org facebook.com/FieldPartnerInternational instagram.com/fieldpartnerint Recorded at Bread of Life International: breadoflife.tw

2021-04-1239 min

Field Partner Ruth Van RekenChristine interviews Ruth Van Reken, member care expert and world-renowned author of bestseller 'Third Culture Kids'. Learn more about Cross-Cultural Kid here. Ruth discusses her childhood as a TCK - 'Third Culture Kid' and how she did not come to terms with the impact on her life until adulthood. At the age of thirty-nine, she began journaling, trying to understand the full impact of my childhood. Eventually, this journaling became 'Letters I Never Wrote', later re-published as Letters Never Sent. Through that, she not only looked at her story but met and interacted with countless TCKs a...

2021-03-1949 min

Field Partner Grant & JeanGrant and Jean are missionaries from South Africa. In this interview, they share their journey leading to work in China, what it was like to have and raise children in a brand new culture. They tell us about continuing to seek the Lord's will throughout their life in mission. They challenge us not to leave our callings unpursued, but to seek out the Lord's will with the burdens he lays on our hearts. We love this quote from the interview: "We're really trusting God that...people can see if they are willing as well and put up their hands t...

2021-02-0444 min

Field Partner Lydia DavidLydia David is a missionary who has worked in China & Turkey. She was working as an occupational therapist when she was called to serve in China, where she ended up living and working for five years before moving to Canada. A remarkable chain of signs (including a famous shark!) indicated a new calling which led her to Turkey where she moved next, before having to return to the UK for the time being due to health reasons. Lydia shares her heart for mission and the many ways the Lord has been faithful in different stages of her l...

2021-01-2040 min

Field Partner Jennifer BishopJennifer Bishop grew up in Burundi and has since lived in various parts of the world. In this interview she shares with Christine about what it is like to be a 'third culture kid' - how it can influence your life and can broaden your world-view. She also tells us about her work with refugees through her church in Australia and the perspective it gave her on the public's perception of these people. Jennifer is part the FieldPartner team and also works as a freelance marketing and business consultant. Learn more: http://jenbishopconsulting.com You c...

2021-01-0625 min

Field Partner Simon GuillebaudChristine Paterson Interviews founder of Great lakes Outreach Simon Guillebaud, who has dedicated most of his life to the nation of Burundi, including becoming a citizen! Simon tells the story of his journey to faith and his remarkable early experiences as a young missionary - expecting to die for the gospel (to the extent of warning his new fiancee that she may be a young widow)! He shares some of the principles that GLO is built upon, to identify, equip and empower the best local leaders of passion, integrity, gifting and vision for the transformation of the nation. ...

2020-12-1643 min

Field Partner Brad ThurstonA fascinating interview with Brad Thurston, one of the early collaborators with FieldPartner. We get a insight into Brad's remarkable story of faith. From his experiences as a 'missionary kid' in Lebanon during a period of conflict, to his extraordinary journey to faith - spending a year preaching without a personal faith of his own! We hear of his early ministry and the amazing way that God brought Brad and his wife, Jan, together. About Globe Mission: "We as a missions agency believe that God has given us the task of assisting individuals with a call to m...

2020-11-111h 01

Field Partner Henry & BetsyHenry and Betsy share their experiences of coming to Christ after their marriage, how they felt called to bring to gospel to unreached people after hearing just how many places the gospel has yet to go to. They share their experiences of mission in Mozambique, how many of their colleagues struggled with lack of training which caused them to set up Didasko. Check out the Didasko Website: www.dasko.org Check out our other partners here: www.fieldpartner.org/our-partners You can watch all our interviews as videos on our YouTube Channel.

2020-10-2931 min

Field Partner Peter AskewPeter Askew serves cross-culturally in the north of England! His title is “Operations Manager for the Antioch Network Manchester”, an Anglican initiative, which plants churches in ethnically diverse communities and on housing estates across the Diocese of Manchester." Pete is an old friend of the Patersons, Ross and Christine knew him when he was growing up in York, where his parents and they were involved in planting a church together (now known as Gateway Church in Acomb). In this interview Pete speaks of his own experiences as a young person working in different parts of Africa. But the r...

2020-09-3024 min

Field Partner Christina WinrichChristina Winrich was born in Wisconsin, came to faith as a musician working in France and then rashly offered the Lord a whole year of her life to serve Him in missions! After taking 3 short-term mission trips (one to South America and two to China), she landed up on a a year’s cross-cultural programme run by our Antioch School of Missions in China. Her one year ultimately became five in China, largely spent using her skills as a special needs educator, then teaching oral English in a university. After that, she went for specific Bible training in...

2020-09-2330 min

Field Partner Christine PatersonIn this interview, Jen Bishop interviews Christine Paterson (co-founder of FieldPartner with husband Ross). Christine was born in Burundi of missionary parents, and lived in that region of Africa until she was 13 so her cross-cultural journey began really from birth. She had been through multiple experiences of culture shock before she even knew what it was! Exposure to Chinese culture after marrying Ross and joining him in Taiwan in 1975 was a further example of that. Gradually Ross and Christine became aware of how many things had been much harder for them because neither of them had had a...

2020-09-1720 min

Field Partner Ross PatersonAn insightful interview with one of our co-founders - Ross Paterson. It’s more than 50 years since Ross (founder of FieldPartner with his wife Christine) left for the mission field, with the backing of just one church behind him. At the time he was single and determined and sure of God’s leading, but he was also completely untrained in cultural terms. His first ten years spent in Taiwan were fruitful but they were also hard, as was the case for Christine when they married six years in. By the grace of God Ross survived and ha...

2020-09-1630 min