Sometimes called “medium termers,” OMF Associates serve in cross-cultural ministry for a period of 1-3 years. The Associate program is designed to give people a taste of what it is like on the mission field. Like long-term missionaries, Associates learn the language and culture of the area they are serving. The Associate program is often a stepping stone to career service.
Opportunities
- Experts in various fields to teach or do research.
- English teachers.
- Students to do graduate studies or to study a selected number of Asian languages.
- Replacing missionaries going on home assignment for one year in a number of support ministries: teachers at schools for third culture kids (TCK), dorm supervisors, administration/computer personnel, etc.
- Those considering a career in missions to explore God's direction for future ministry.
- Those considering a career in missions to do an apprenticeship.
- Teachers for TCKs (Vietnam etc.).
Qualifications
- Knowledge of Christ as Lord and Savior.
- Evidence of a maturing relationship with Christ.
- Good physical and emotional health.
- Ability to build relationships.
- A sending church.
- Prayer and financial support.
Steps to Service
- Request , complete and send in OMF’s Application One form.
- Interview with an OMF representative.
- Complete additional application papers.
- Attend a candidate course in Littleton, Colorado.
- Develop a prayer and financial support team.
- Leave for East Asia!
Finances:
The amount of financial support needed varies from country to country. Average support is about $1,500-2,500 a month.
Find out more by downloading the OMF Associate Program Introduction !
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