Missiology for Missions Pastors: A Practical Introduction for Church Leaders
Missiology for Missions Pastors: A Practical Introduction for Church Leaders
Editors: Bradley Bell (Upstream Collective) & Ted Esler (Missio Nexus) | 2025
Churches around the world are returning to their Great Commission calling. With them, a new kind of leader is emerging: the missions pastor. However, many who are charged with leading the church into global missions find themselves with a map but no compass.
The urgency to act is clear. The way forward is not.
Missiology for Missions Pastors is designed to be a guide for the journey. With accessible chapters from trusted voices, it applies healthy missiology to the church’s missions strategy. Whether you’re a pastor, director, or volunteer, this book will help you chart a faithful course in today’s missions landscape.
Contributors and their chapters include:
J. D. Payne: The Mission of God
Miriam Adeney: The History of Missions
Jason Mandryk: The State of Missions
Mark Byrom: The Role of the Local Church
Dave Childers: The Missions Pastor's Role in the Church
Sharon Hoover: The Missions Pastor's Role Among the Nations
Julius Tennal II: Doing Short-Term Missions Well
Nathan Sloan: Sending Mid- and Long-Term Missionaries
Brian Fikkert: Practicing Word and Deed Ministry
Ray Mensah: Developing Healthy Partnerships