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"In the context of community, when believers gather to read and discuss God's Word, they discover how the truths in Scripture can be applied to their lives. We've seen this happen in our Timothy groups studying Ephesians."In our final episode of season 1, our host Leanne White discusses the need for pastoral training in the majority world and shares how groups-based training is bringing unity and transformation to communities of pastors in East Africa.________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
"Every child needs connection. It's through secure, loving relationships that we can help children heal and thrive. Trauma-informed care is about seeing beyond the behavior to the child's needs and meeting them with compassion and understanding."In this episode of On the Move, host Leanne White talks with Robin Sweitzer about her experiences with Kids Alive International, focusing on trauma-informed care. Robin explains the significance of forming secure attachments with children who have experienced trauma and shares practical techniques for teaching self-regulation. Through compelling anecdotes, Robin highlights the profound impact of holistic care on children's lives.Key HighlightsThe Importance of Secure ConnectionsPractical Self-Regulation StrategiesTeaching Trauma-Informed Care to AdultsHolistic Approach to Care________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
This week, our host Leanne welcomes her husband and 21C International co-founder, Steve White. Steve has visited East African countries at least four times per year since the launch of 21C International, providing training and coaching to pastors and church leaders in the region. In this episode, he and Leanne talk about the state of the church in East Africa, including the opportunities and challenges facing pastors and leaders.In this episode:- The hunger for God's word in East Africa- Syncretism: what it is a why it's a major challenge in East Africa- Addressing the prosperity gospel________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
In this episode of On the Move, host Leanne White sits down with Jan and Debbie Gossner to explore their 35-year journey as Bible translators for the Edolo people in Papua New Guinea. They share profound stories of how translating the Bible into the native language has impacted the Edolo community, the unique challenges they faced, and the personal experiences that have shaped their faith and mission work. From miraculous moments of God's provision to the life-changing impact of hearing scripture in one's heart language, this conversation highlights the vital importance of Bible translation in spreading the gospel.Topics Discussed:The transformative effect of Bible translation on the Edolo people.Personal stories of God's provision and protection during their mission work.The challenges of translating complex New Testament concepts into the Edolo language.The significance of hearing God's word in one's native language.________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
In this episode of On the Move, host Leanne White speaks with Dan and Beth Sonnenberg from Timothy Two Project International. They share their experiences and insights into the critical need for theological training in majority world countries, particularly in Latin America. The Sonnenbergs discuss the challenges and successes in training pastors and children's ministry leaders, highlighting how their efforts are making a difference in spreading the gospel and strengthening communities.Key Topics Discussed:Dan and Beth's journey into ministry and their roles within Timothy Two Project International.Specific challenges faced in Latin America, such as the influence of the prosperity gospel and traditional Catholicism.The methodologies and curriculum used to train pastors and children's ministry leaders.Learn more about Timothy Two Project International on their website.________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
We talk a lot about the Great Commission on this podcast. But the Great Commission can't be fulfilled if we're not obedient to Christ.In this episode, host Leanne White explores the critical role of obedience in fulfilling the Great Commission. Using the prophet Jeremiah's life as a backdrop, she highlights how God equips those He calls and provides for their needs. Leanne also shares her personal experiences with God's call to ministry, offering practical insights and encouragement for listeners to respond faithfully to their own divine callings.________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
The need for new Bibles in Eastern European countries like Ukraine, Belarus, and Poland is greater than ever. But what's led to this demand, and how does it relate to the faith of Christians in America?In this episode, our host Leanne White welcomes Dirk Smith, Vice President of EEM, to discuss the growing demand for Bibles in Eastern Europe. From smuggling Bibles behind the Iron Curtain to distributing them in Ukrainian public schools, Dirk shares inspiring stories of resilience and faith. Learn how the Bible provides comfort and guidance amidst conflict and turmoil.Key Topics:The origins of EEM and its mission to distribute Bibles in Eastern Europe.The miraculous story of bringing Bibles to Ukrainian public schools.How faith provides hope and meaning in times of crisis and uncertainty.Learn more about EEM on their website.________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
In this episode of On the Move, our host Leanne White welcomes Bob Crowe, the Founder and President of BreakThrough to People Network (BTPN).BTPN started in 1992 as a humanitarian response to the Chernihiv Oblast of Ukraine as a humanitarian ministry to the survivors of the Chernobyl disaster. In 1995, BTPN changed to a Business As Mission (BAM) organization in Eastern Europe to help Christians support their own families and churches. In 2007, BTPN changed its ministry focus to a training ministry for Christian entrepreneurs in business skills using a ministry mindset. Highlights from this episode:- The foundation of BreakThrough to People Network- The impact on the Russian Invasion of 2022 on ministry in Eastern Europe- The importance of discipleshipLearn more about BreakThrough to People Network on their website.________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
Married couples and families who serve together in ministry often face myriad challenges, and it's hard not to burn out and step away from ministry.In this episode, our host Leanne White welcomes Peter and Sherry Coffey to the podcast. Peter and Sherry have served together and individually in a wide variety of camp and outreach ministries, and they have crossed the country together as they follow the Lord's direction. During that time, they've had to learn how to serve God with open hands and trust Him with their ministry and family.Highlights from this episode:Peter and Sherry's ministry journeyServing the Lord with open handsStaying committed to each other and the Lord's calling through decades of ministry________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
As followers of Christ, we carry the same message as Jesus' disciples, all of whom gave their lives to preach the gospel.In this episode, our host Leanne White welcomes Gina Seaman. During high school, Gina was inspired by the zealous faith of two women in her small group. After graduation, Gina completed a Discipleship Training School with YWAM before joining the staff, helping to lead a Discipleship Training School. Now, she's getting ready to leave for a long-term mission in Indonesia.In their conversation, Leanne and Gina talk about Gina's faith story, her perspective on Christianity in Generation Z, and what it really means to follow Christ.________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
Around 365 million Christians around the world are subject to "high levels of persecution and discrimination”. But what does the Bible have to say about persecution? As 21C International has started training pastors in India, we've heard many stories of pastors who are subject to persecution in this country. In this episode, our host Leanne White shares a Biblical perspective on persecution, and Steve White relates a story from a pastor in India who was arrested for preaching the gospel. To join our prayer team, sign up with this form.Mentioned in this episode:Rates of persecution against ChristiansIndia Elections________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
"As you pray for others, for their salvation, God's going to move you and then direct you to share the gospel. And if you're in love with Jesus, you'll talk about Him."On this episode of On the Move, our host Leanne White welcomes Jim Halstead, the founder of Go and Tell Ministries.At Go and Tell Ministries, pastor Jim is on a mission to help churches equip their congregations to share the gospel.Highlights from this episode:Learn more about Go and Tell Ministries on their website.________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
In this episode, our host Leanne White delves into a scripture-based discussion on actively participating in the Great Commission. With a detailed exploration of John Chapter 4, the episode highlights Jesus' interaction with the Samaritan woman at the well as a model for spreading the gospel through personal interactions and testimony. Emphasizing the importance of both sowing and reaping in spiritual conversations, Leanne also shares insights on the power of personal testimony in sharing one's faith. Additionally, the episode features an update on 21C International's ministry efforts in India, sharing feedback from pastors and church leaders who attended the organization's first workshop in the country.Highlights from this episode:(00:12) - Exploring the Great Commission and Jesus' Invitation
(01:46) - Diving Deep into John Chapter 4: The Samaritan Woman's Story
(09:04) - The Impact of Sharing Personal Testimonies
(11:30) - Key Takeaways and Encouragement to Share Your Faith
________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
How can we learn to listen to the Holy Spirit and follow His direction?In this episode, our host Leanne White welcomes Margaret L. Williams. Margaret and her husband, Roger, have served the Lord in a wide range of ministries and roles, from running a Christian book store in Papua New Guinea to building a trauma-trained Crisis Response Team. Throughout her life, she has had to learn to listen to the Holy Spirit and trust His leadership, even when the path isn't clear.In their conversation, Margaret shares about:- Doing ministry in Papua New Guinea- Building a Crisis Response Team- Learning to listen to the Holy Spirit through scripture reading and prayer ________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
Healthy pastoral leadership leads to healthy churches. Healthy churches lead to healthy communities. So how do we help develop healthy pastors?In this episode, our host Leanne White welcomes Robby Richard from the GProCommission. The GProCommission is on a mission to provide faster delivery of better training for pastoral leaders at lower costs. In their conversation, Leanne and Robby talk about:- The recent GProCongress- The deficit in pastoral training around the world- Helping pastoral leaders grow in character and competencyLearn more about GProCommission on their website, gprocommission.org. ________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the majority world. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.Help us provide free, nonformal training to pastors in the majority world by joining us in prayer.
In this episode of On the Move, our host Leanne White talks with Lindsey Barber.Lindsey represents a vibrant and growing population of young Christians who are zealous for the Lord and are ready to see His kingdom come.Gen Z, the generation born between 1997 and 2013, is often known for their use of technology, their social activism, and markedly low religious association. But Lindsey, along with countless other followers of Christ, is contending that this younger generation would be marked by devotion to Christ above anything else. In this episode:- How Lindsey made her faith her own- Her experience at the Circuit Rider's YWAM Disciple Training School (DTS)- The importance of discipleship and evangelism ________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the global south. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.________________________________
2023 was filled with God's faithfulness, power, and love, as 21C International equipped and encouraged tens of thousands of pastors in the Global South.In this unique episode of On the Move, Steve and Leanne White, co-founders of 21C International, share the wins and challenges from 2023, along with the ministry's vision for 2024.________________________________Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the global south. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.________________________________
This week, our host Leanne White talks with Erika Fertig, who, along with her husband Mark, spent 9 years serving with Cru in East Asia. During their time in East Asia, Mark and Erika focused on building relationships with fellow university students, ultimately in order to share the love of Christ and the truth of His word with them. Currently, Erika supports Cru's ministry at the University of Toledo, while Mark coaches and trains team leaders all over northwest Ohio and in the entire state of Michigan. In this episode, Erika shares details from their time in East Asia, recounts stories of unique ways she saw God at work during their time with Cru, and provides a glimpse into her current ministry as she and Mark parent two adopted children.________________________________ Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the global south. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.________________________________
It's more than just a challenge, it's a crisis: more than 90% of pastors in the global south don't have any formal Biblical or pastoral training.In this episode, our host Leanne White talks with Paul Hemming about this very issue. Paul is the associate project director at Re-Forma, an international organization that is passionate about helping more pastors around the world receive training and certification. In this episode:- What is the crisis, and what role does Re-Forma play in solving it? - Collaboration is necessary to fulfill the Great Commission. - Pastors in certain East African countries are legally required to get training that's out of reach... now what? Learn more about Re-Forma on their website.Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the global south. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.
This week, we're turning the mic around to ask our host and 21C International co-founder Leanne White questions about missions, pastoral training, and the ministry of 21C International.In this episode, Leanne answers questions like: - What are the differences between the state of Christianity in the US and in Global South? - What does 21C International do? - Why is there such a large need for pastoral training in the global south?To join our prayer team, fill out this form.Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn or via email at leanne@21cinternational.org.On the Move is created by 21C International, a Christian, non-profit ministry created to encourage, equip, and empower Christian church leaders in the global south. Learn more about how we're bringing Biblical training to pastors around the world at 21cinternational.org.
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