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Missions Incorporated334: Sowing Seeds in Italy: Takeaways from Our Short-Term Mission CohortSend us a textIn Episode 334 of Missions Incorporated, host Jesse Schreck reflects on the transformative experience of the recent PMc Cohort in Italy. This episode dives into key lessons from a short-term missionary evangelism group that distributed over 10,000 gospel tracts, reached families, and formed lasting bonds in Italy’s spiritually needy villages. Jesse shares powerful testimonies, like that of Burt and Dominga, who served tirelessly in their mid-70s, and discusses adapting to challenges like extreme heat. Anchored by Luke 9:23-27 and Romans 12:1-2, the episode explores the cost and joy of following Christ as a li...2025-07-2631 minMissions Incorporated332: Does Italy Still Need the Gospel? A Missionary’s ResponseSend us a textIn episode 332 of Missions Incorporated, host Jesse Schreck, a full-time missionary in Italy since 2007, tackles a common question: "Why do missions in Italy when it already has the gospel?" With thoughtful insights, Jesse addresses misconceptions about Italy’s spiritual landscape, explaining how secularism, a dominant Roman Catholic system, and biblical illiteracy create an urgent need for the true gospel. Drawing from scripture and personal experience, he challenges the idea of abandoning "reached" nations and highlights Italy’s potential as an influential hub for gospel advancement. Stay tuned for ministry updates, including a short-term miss...2025-06-1924 minMissions Incorporated332: Q&A - Does Italy Still Need the Gospel? A Missionary’s ResponseSend us a textIn episode 332 of Missions Incorporated, host Jesse SChreck, a full-time missionary in Italy since 2007, tackles a common question: "Why do missions in Italy when it already has the gospel?" With thoughtful insights, Jesse addresses misconceptions about Italy’s spiritual landscape, explaining how secularism, a dominant Roman Catholic system, and biblical illiteracy create an urgent need for the true gospel. Drawing from scripture and personal experience, he challenges the idea of abandoning "reached" nations and highlights Italy’s potential as an influential hub for gospel advancement. Stay tuned for ministry updates, including a short-term miss...2025-06-1724 minMissions Incorporated331: Advancing the Gospel: Updates from Italy's FrontlinesSend us a textJoin Jesse Schreck, a missionary serving in Italy since 2007, in Episode 331 of Missions Incorporated, the podcast of Practical Missions Cohort. This episode dives into a first-quarter field report, sharing powerful updates on evangelism, discipleship, and church planting in Italy. Reflecting on 1 Peter 4:13, Jesse explores the role of suffering in faithful ministry, offering insights into the challenges and joys of spreading the gospel in a spiritually barren land. From family worship ideas to updates on gospel tracts, community outreach, and the vision for a mission facility, this episode invites listeners to pray, engage, and...2025-05-2834 minMissions Incorporated330: Holding the Rope: The Vital Role of Missionary AdvocatesSend us a textIn episode 330 of Missions Incorporated, host Jesse Schreck, a full-time missionary in Italy since 2007, explores the critical role of missionary advocates. Based on a blog post from Practical Missions Cohort, this episode highlights how churches and individuals back home can "hold the rope" by supporting missionaries through prayer, communication, and tangible help. Jesse discusses the challenges of limited resources and isolation faced by missionaries in Italy, where biblical churches are scarce, and shares practical ways to advocate effectively. The episode also includes updates on a mission facility fundraiser, a call for volunteers, and...2025-05-2023 minMissions Incorporated329: No Room for Passivity: Living Devoted to the True ChristSend us a textWelcome to Episode 329 of Missions Incorporated, the podcast by Practical Missions Cohort, where we dive into the heart of missions work, church planting, and living devoted to Christ. In this episode, missionary Jesse Schreck shares a powerful sermon preached to brothers and sisters at a US Army base in Italy, based on 2 Corinthians 11:1-6.Join us as Jesse unpacks the Apostle Paul’s bold defense against false "super apostles" who slandered his ministry and threatened to lead the Corinthian believers astray from a pure and sincere devotion to Christ. This message ch...2025-05-051h 04Missions Incorporated327: Year-End Reflections from Italy: Advancing the Gospel in 2024Send us a textIn this episode of Missions Incorporated, Jesse Schreck, a missionary in Italy, shares a comprehensive end-of-year report for 2024 from his ministry, Practical Missions Cohort. The episode delves into the personal and ministry challenges of raising a family while serving in missions, including the joys and trials of parenting, homeschooling, and living in a cramped apartment. Jesse discusses the ministry's achievements, such as evangelistic outreach, partnerships with churches, and the impact of various missions activities. He also outlines upcoming plans, including a promotional trip to the USA, the vision for establishing a mission outpost...2025-01-0846 minMissions Incorporated326: Never Too Early: Practical Tips for Missionary PreparationSend us a textIn episode 326 of "Missions, Incorporated," host Jesse Schreck discusses the importance of early preparation for those feeling called to missionary work. Recorded in Italy, where Practical Missions Cohort focuses on evangelism, discipleship, and church planting, this episode titled "Never Too Early to Get Equipped" delves into practical steps for aspiring missionaries. Jesse shares personal anecdotes about his journey, emphasizes the unique challenges of the missionary calling, and provides actionable advice on spiritual disciplines, long-term vision, resilience, establishing a support network, cultural and linguistic immersion, and understanding the spiritual climate of the mission field.2024-12-121h 02Missions Incorporated325: Missionary Internships - A Gateway to Full-Time MissionsSend us a textIn episode 325 of Missions Incorporated, Jesse Schreck delves into the pivotal role of missionary internships. As a ministry dedicated to evangelism, discipleship, and church planting in Italy, Practical Missions Cohort offers unique opportunities for aspiring missionaries. Jesse discusses the importance of internships in discerning a missionary calling, adapting to new cultures and languages, and getting to know both the mission and fellow missionaries. He also emphasizes the value of prayer and preparation for a successful mission. Key announcements include upcoming vision trips, short-term mission opportunities for 2025, and the ongoing need for support due...2024-11-1550 min
Vera Vita186: Gioia nelle Prove: Come Trovare Felicità nelle DifficoltàIn questo episodio del podcast Vera Vita, Jesse esplora cosa significa trovare gioia nelle difficoltà e come i discepoli di Gesù Cristo possono vivere con gioia nonostante le prove della vita. Attraverso una meditazione sui versetti della lettera di Giacomo e altri passaggi biblici, Jesse discute come le difficoltà possono produrre costanza e rafforzare la nostra fede. Scopri come vedere le sfide come opportunità per crescere nella gioia e rimanere fedeli alla chiamata di Dio.
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00:00 Introduzione alla gioia nelle prove
00:07 Meditazione biblica sulla gioia
00:56 Comprendere la gioia in mezzo alle prov...2024-06-1913 minMissions Incorporated318: Missionary Update and the Gospel Need in Italy: Field ReportSend us a textIn this episode of the Missions Incorporated podcast, Jesse Schreck of Practical Missions Cohort shares a detailed field report from Italy, emphasizing the crucial need for evangelism and church planting in a country where less than 1% of the population identifies as evangelical. Despite Italy's deep Christian heritage, the majority of its population is either Roman Catholic or atheist, with many small churches struggling to make an impact. Jesse discusses the role of Practical Missions Cohort and Vera Vita ministry in addressing these challenges through training missionaries, fostering biblical church growth, and providing discipleship...2024-04-1640 minMissions Incorporated317: Lessons on Evangelism from the Italian MidwifeSend us a textEmbracing Evangelism in Italy: Challenges, Perseverance, and Practical WisdomThis video, featuring insights from Jesse Schreck of Missions Incorporated, explores the unique challenges and opportunities faced by missionaries in Italy, amidst its deeply rooted yet often non-practicing Catholic culture. It emphasizes the necessity of perseverance, the embrace of suffering for the gospel, and adapting evangelistic methods to connect with 'ready hearts.' Drawing on scriptural examples, particularly Paul's journey, and practical tips, including lessons learned from an Italian midwife, the video advocates for a persistent, tailored approach to evangelism. Personal...2024-03-291h 01