Global Snapshots - Fall 2023

November 13, 2023

Global Snapshots - Fall 2023

November 13, 2023

EUROPE/EURASIA

New Work on a Solid Foundation

This summer, a diverse group of Christians, including three Reach Beyond doctors, conducted a weeklong series of mobile medical clinics in a region of Central Asia. The team visited four different villages and provided consultations to around 500 patients. They also ran sports camps for the village children. This marks the 15th year the team has done a caravan in this region.

With the help of local partners, team members worked with village leaders to strengthen old relationships and develop new ones. Reach Beyond doctors launched a new initiative, providing home visits to housebound patients. These patients were very grateful to be remembered by the team. The home visits helped establish relationships for Drs. Adam and Melissa*. They recently moved to the region and hope to establish a palliative care ministry, something unknown locally yet much needed.

REACH BEYOND MEDIA MINISTRIES

Building Up One Another

In April, Christians from around the world attended a conference in Southeast Asia for an opportunity to connect with and learn from brothers and sisters working in international media ministries. Attendees heard from others about how to use radio, television, social media, and other media tools to proclaim the Gospel among the nations.

Reach Beyond sent missionaries from Africa, Asia, and Europe to the event, many of whom had never met each other. The convention allowed them to grow personally and professionally, and the face-to-face meetings with other Reach Beyond ministries were a great encouragement. Two attendees visiting from a restricted country experienced their first opportunity to worship freely with hundreds of other believers, an almost unbelievable blessing.

EUROPE/EURASIA

Dirt Under Their Fingernails

Often, the most impactful work on the mission field is the least exciting or glamorous. During the first half of August, Reach Beyond missionaries Dave and Beth led a team of eight individuals from the Quad Cities (Iowa-Illinois border) on a trip to Romania to do just such work.

The team, ranging between 40 and 80 years old, got their hands dirty supporting a Reach Beyond ministry partner providing critical support for the flow of Ukrainian refugees still flowing into their country. Upon arrival, the team began cleaning, digging ditches, and filling packages with much-needed supplies for distribution to support the partner’s strategic needs. The team members were blessed by how God used them.

Jim, a mechanically gifted former truck driver, was able to repair and utilize a broken forklift the partner used for big jobs. Bruce, a doctor, was able to provide a young boy who could not walk with physical therapy (Bruce’s specialty), allowing the boy to begin taking steps on his own before the team departed. Neither had anticipated needing their unique skills during the trip. God had called them, and they obeyed His leading.

SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA

Equipped, Encouraged, and Sent

Five media partners from across West Africa sent a total of 19 staff members to Ghana for a Reach Beyond-sponsored training conference. Reach Beyond missionaries Wim and Alfred hosted the conference late this spring, teaching partners how to do effective, sustainable community development projects.

Attendees have already begun implementing their training in nearby communities, allowing them to build on their current media ministries. Since the conference, our partners in Togo have launched their own Water Access, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) training and will send two people to a neighboring country to gain more field experience with another Reach Beyond partner. The training also catalyzed the restart of well projects in yet another country among an unreached people group.

REACH BEYOND NETHERLANDS

One in Heart and Mind

In August, Reach Beyond Netherlands took a team of 12 individuals to assist and build stronger connections with Reach Beyond partners serving in Greece. The Dutch team, led by Reach Beyond missionaries Wim (Netherlands) and Martin (UK), consisted of nurses, teachers, and individuals with valuable technical skills.

The team provided medical services and practical assistance in support of our partners and engaged refugees from across North Africa and the Middle East through organized events and street ministry. Three nurses on the team participated in clinic days, made home visits to patients, and helped organize and catalog large amounts of donated medical supplies. Other team members worked on much-needed construction and electrical projects.

As the trip ended, two individuals expressed their interest in serving with Reach Beyond in the future. One is a nursing student who communicated a desire to return to Greece next year to support one of our partners in Athens.

Director of Church & Donor Partnerships

Position Summary: The Director of Church & Donor Partnerships strengthens Reach Beyond’s ministry by cultivating purposeful, trust-based relationships with churches, pastors, donors, and mission-minded individuals. Serving as a storyteller, encourager, and connector, this role invites the Body of Christ to join in God’s mission to reach those with little or no access to the Gospel.

Working closely with the Mobilization and Development teams, this person helps raise up new workers, strengthen church partnerships, and resource strategic ministry initiatives—always with a posture of discernment, prayer, and long-term stewardship.

Location: Colorado Springs or remote

Employment Type: Full time with employer-paid benefits, including medical coverage, retirement plan, and paid time off.

What This Role Does (Core Responsibilities)

1. Church Partnership Development

This role serves as a relational bridge between Reach Beyond, churches, and missionaries.

The Director:

Maintains strong relationships with existing partner churches and develops 2–4 new church partnerships annually
Shares the vision of Reach Beyond, helping churches understand and engage with the needs of the unreached
Equips churches with resources that support missionaries and foster long-term, healthy partnerships
Collaborates closely with missionaries as they engage their sending and supporting churches

2. Donor Ministry & Stewardship

This role views donor relationships as ministry and discipleship, not transactions.

The Director:

Manages relationships with approximately 12 key donor accounts
Walks alongside donors with discernment—guiding them through education, cultivation, solicitation, and appreciation
Communicates clearly about ministry priorities, impact opportunities, and project funding goals
Maintains accurate, timely records in the donor management system to ensure thoughtful follow-up and accountability

3. Representation & Engagement

This role serves as a public voice and relational presence for Reach Beyond.

The Director:

Represents Reach Beyond at 3–5 regional or national events annually, with intentional follow-up for every connection
Communicates the story of God’s work in Reach Beyond through stage presentations, small groups, and media opportunities
Participates fully in staff meetings, chapels, retreats, and organizational prayer rhythms

4. Reporting, Collaboration & Administration

This role balances relational ministry with faithful stewardship and teamwork.

The Director:

Provides quarterly written reports tracking progress toward mobilization and development goals
Works closely with the Mobilization and Development Directors to align efforts and communicate organizational priorities
Upholds organizational policies and maintains healthy, proactive communication across teams

You must be authorized to work in the United States.

We participate in the federal E-Verify program. See more information at:

https://reachbeyond.org/e-verify-right-to-work.pdf
https://reachbeyond.org/e-verify-participation.pdf

Why Join Reach Beyond? At Reach Beyond, we cultivate a culture rooted in relationship, collaboration, and dependence on God. Our mission is to see unreached people transformed in Christ through media, healthcare, and community development. As the Director of Church & Donor Partnerships, you’ll play a vital role in advancing God's mission and have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally while making a lasting global impact.

All applicants must be able to sign the Reach Beyond Statement of Faith.

Apply Now: Join us in fulfilling God’s calling to bring hope and transformation to the unreached. Complete the application here. Contact [email protected] if you have questions.