203: How Local Churches Can Care for Missionaries at Every Stage

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In this conversation, Ryan shares components of member care for churches to be involved in. He discusses what member care can look like during the pre-field, on-field, and post-field stages of a missionary’s life. This episode will help you spark ideas and take practical steps to caring well for those your church has sent.

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    Our guest today is Ryan Martin, who serves as Director of Missions and Operations with Lightbearers Ministries. He graduated in 2022 with a Doctor of Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological seminary, where he also serves as a trustee. Ryan has also received a MDiv in Missions, Evangelism and Church Growth from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Prior to his role at LightbearersRyan served for thirteen years as a missions pastor in a local church. Ryan lives in Fayetteville, AR, with his wife, Rebekah, and three children.