Wimbledon Radio Feature Offers a Winning Life with God
Wimbledon Radio Feature Offers a Winning Life with God
On the morning of Sunday, June 28—the day before the tennis tournament began—16 commercial radio stations across England aired a five-minute feature produced by Reach Beyond-UK’s radio team in Bradford.
The program celebrated Wimbledon and took an enlightening and entertaining look at the graft and process of training for and playing top-level tennis as well the journey toward winning a tournament.
“It related this elite process to our own more ordinary lives,” said program producer Bruce Gulland. “Wimbledon players compete with purpose: to win the trophy. People live with a variety of views about the purpose and meaning—or lack of it—in life.”“Is a Wimbledon tournament actually quite a good metaphor for what a life well-lived can be like?” Gulland questioned. “We can’t all be tennis stars, but we’re all playing in the tournament of life. Each of us can potentially win a much more important kind of trophy—the gift of grace and eternal life in Christ.”
The radio broadcast was heard by an estimated 80,000 listeners across the UKRD radio network. It included interviews with an up-and-coming British tennis player (Conor Tordoff), a sports chaplain (Carolyn Skinner) and a number of tennis fans. It also featured popular songs that fit the sporting theme.
Listen to the program below:
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Source: Reach Beyond-UK
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.
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.