Winter Work

Dear Friends, This January marks over ten months of uncertainty and upheaval as the stubborn Coronavirus continues to spread around the world. In spite of vaccines that could soon be…

20 Questions to End 2020 – Part 2

Here are the last 10 questions. We had so much fun reading these answers and cheering on our fellow teammates, laughing alongside them, and celebrating their victories. It got us…

20 Questions to End 2020 – Part 1

Welcome to the end of 2020. You made it. We know you’re curious, and you want to know how your missionaries handled 2020. Just how did they stay on mission?…

When Small is Big

Dear Friends, Across Europe, governments are restricting the size of meetings to slow down the spread of Coronavirus. Since much of our work takes place when groups of people gather,…

Worship from the Heart

I have always loved to sing. I have been involved in several musical groups from being in numerous musicals growing up, to singing in sunday school, to, most recently, being…

Not Chained

As I write this, the spread of coronavirus is accelerating to record levels across Europe. Restrictions and lockdowns are returning, often with stricter limitations. Every church and ministry is affected.…

Pray for Rain

While we think of rain in the springtime as obvious -- at least it is in our part of Central and Eastern Europe -- it is a clear reminder that…

Unknown Paths

A tiny virus is closing many doors. For over 25 years, the Josiah Venture team has gathered each September for a week of training, inspiration, and equipping. We call it…

Why September Is Not My Favorite Month

It’s that time of year again where my pride gets a good reality check and I realize anew that I did not grow up in the Slovene school system. I…

Good Medicine

Uncertainty is wearing. It is energy-sapping, fear-producing, and fogs our view of the future. Yet, for us believers, the unchanging Word of God can bring a clear light to our…

The Call

I was holding that piece of paper in my hand. Sitting on the edge of my bed felt like sitting on the edge of a giant rock on top of…

Walking Prayer

Quarantines, social distancing, masks, lockdowns. All of these actions slow down the spread of a deadly virus, but they also create barriers for ministry. It might seem like we should…