Turkish Protestants Face Wave Of Attacks
Turkish Protestants Face Wave Of Attacks
May 20, 2005
A Protestant pastor in the Turkish industrial city of Izmit woke up Wednesday, May 18, to find a huge red swastika painted on his apartment door, with a handwritten hate letter shoved underneath.
The writer threatened the safety of Pastor Wolfgang Hade and his family unless they left the country within a month. A German citizen, Hade is married to a Turkish national of Christian background. The hate letter questioned whether Hade was really serving Christianity or being "used" to attack Turkish values. Together with his wife and small daughter, Hade has lived in Izmit for more than three years where they minister to a small congregation of 15 to 20 Turkish Protestants.
This attack is not an isolated case. Over the past six months, vigilante groups in at least four other Turkish cities have also threatened Protestant church workers and attacked their places of worship. Simultaneously, the Turkish media has fanned intense criticism of Christian missionary activity.
Even government ministers have spoken out, claiming that foreign missionaries had political motives aimed at "damaging the social peace and unity of Turkey." A government-approved sermon read in Turkey's mosques at Friday prayers on March 11 specifically warned worshippers against Christian missionaries, accusing them of pursuing political agendas to "deceive and convert" people. (Compass)
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
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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.
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