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Matthew has an amazing story. He shares this with us and we are invited to understand his world. He is Bhutanese which is an unreached nation with over 50 unreached people groups.Outside of Bhutan, the largest population of Bhutanese lives in Australia. WEC is desiring to begin reaching out to Bhutanese within Australia, if you would like to get involved, please contact us.  And Thanks for listening to the Reach podcast, for more information or to contact us go to wec.com.auWelcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to https://wec.com.au/Music intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Keith Bergmeier has been working with Betel for many years helping addicts recover and be restored. The Betel movement looks to God to see this restoration in peoples lives, to see God's kingdom grow as those who are rested and come to know Jesus, take on the leadership of Betel centres and churches.Check out https://betel.org/about-betel/And https://betelinterns.org/Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to https://wec.com.au/Music intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Rich has been working in East Asia. Now in the Uk he recounts some life lessons he learned while reaching out in an unreached people group.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to https://wec.com.au/Music intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Sub Sharan Africa has over 1 billion people and the world's biggest Christian population. They are mature in faith and ready to go to the nations. In Nigeria alone there is upwards of 80 million Christians in a population of 170 million.Cristina shares about this movement of the African mission force, now reaching out across the continent and to all countries around the globe.Cristina Grenier has been serving God in Africa for 31 years. Originally from Columbia she served firstly in Equatorial Guinea.  Cristina  and her husband Roly live now in Ghana and lead the Acts13 ministry throughout Africa.https://acts13africa.org/Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to https://wec.com.au/Music intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Cristina Grenier has been serving God in Africa for 31 years. Originally from Columbia she served firstly in Equatorial Guinea. When her son was 15 he tragically died in a road accident. Cristina shares her journey of grief and the community that supported through dark times. She titles this episode 'Can God Truly Change Our Weeping Into Dancing' and hopes anyone listening who has also suffered a great loss will be helped by her story.Cristina and her husband Roly live now in Ghana and lead the Acts13 ministry throughout Africa.https://acts13africa.org/Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to https://wec.com.au/Music intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Malcolm Gray is the Director of WEC UK. From his story you will learn many lessons about  the providence of God in your own life journey. He was born in Thailand, but spent many of his formative years in the Phillipines and the USA. This is a wonderfully personal testimony, as Malcolm recalls the work of the spirit in his own salvation story and calling.From his many years as a cross cultural worker in Thailand he shares great wisdom in communicating the Gospel to Buddhist peoples.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to https://wec.com.au/Music intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Howard Barnes had a profound encounter with Jesus when he was 4 when his family were living in England. They moved to Sydney, and Howard narrates his journey with Christ and sharing the hope he has. First as a school student and then as a school teacher. He then shares his story in bringing communities and churches together to seek first the kingdom God, together, in Tamworth, NSW.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to https://wec.com.au/Music intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Rachel, Hannah, Ava and Josiah are currently doing the JUMP Gap Year with WEC Australia. They start in Brisbane serving in the church and learning much about mission, themselves and Jesus. Then they move to Worldview in Launceston to do one term of Bible College, then they head overseas for 8 weeks to join in with a mission team in an unreached people group.Listen as they share their heart for Christ and what it is to follow him as part of the Generation Z cohort. We also explore their observations of the other Generations: Boomers, Gen Xers and Millennials.For more info about the JUMP Gap Year go to: https://wec.com.au/content/gap-year-jump/gkoh2gWelcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to https://wec.com.au/Music intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

How does a Missionary Kid (MK) become a missionary? Jared Emery shares his journey from PNG to Australia to Albania. He grew up in the highlands of Papa New Guinea. Now he and his family are preparing to go to Albania as cross cultural workers. He narrates his unique story and it may help you understand your own unique story.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Host Richard Jenner teams up with Renee Burgess to explore everything you need to know about taking a Short Term Mission trip. Renee lives in South West Sydney, is married with 2 small children. After leaving school she did a Gap Year through the UK, Spain and Kenya serving in various mission endeavours. She interviews Reach's regular host Richard Jenner about all things, Short Term Mission.https://www.diveintowec.com/https://wec.com.au/content/shortterm-mission-trips-stomp/gl643kWelcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

It's time to let loose those creative gifts you have been given. Lindsey Parker is a South African artist who lives in Sydney. She belongs to Arts Release, a collective of creative arts specialists who love Jesus and people of other cultures. She invites you to join them on the upcoming Global Creative Studio Day, 20 hours on Zoom, connecting with artists, songwriters, poets, and people of many nations who are creative in so many ways. (You do not need to attend to the 20 hours continuously! Just as able from your time zone.)Check the Global Creative Studio Day here: https://arts-release-studios.org/Register for the conference here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gcsd-2024-tickets-938510579407?aff=oddtdtcreatorCheck out some amazing music here: https://artsrelease.org/en/music-worship/playlistsWelcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

The care and support of missionaries is vital to any organisations enterprise, indeed it should be a central operational value. Wayne Coady is part of WEC Australia's Member care Team,  he shares his passion for seeing people on mission cared  for and loved, from the time they are first thinking about service, till when they retire (and beyond).He describes the Master care Model of Member Care. He also shares his own amazing story on how he came got know Jesus.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Deborah shares her story serving refugees in Europe. She and her husband have been serving there for 12 years. Her expertise and experience will open your eyes and your heart to the situation millions face across Europe and across the world. She loves to foster community, and utilise the arts and music in helping refugees.(Deborah's actual name and place of service are not disclosed to respect the privacy of those she serves.)According to UNHCR data, by the end of 2021, the number of people displaced across borders hosted in European countries was more than 7 million, an increase of 3 per cent from the previous year. This increase reflects newly recognized refugees, who total 288,000, primarily in Germany (79,700), France (51,000) and Italy (21,100).Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Frank Farag has the heart of a Pastor and a father. He met Jesus in Egypt and then moved to Sydney, Australia. He pastors an Arabic Church in Sydney and is also involved in planting more churches in the Sydney area. Frank has a great love for the church and deep wisdom for anyone who listens to his story.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Susanna Yuan shares her story, born in Taiwan Susanna spent some of her youth in Japan. She then came to Australia and God soon called her back to Japan. She shares much insight about Japan, the Church and how to reach people for Jesus in this country of 123 million people.This is a must listen for anyone considering being a cross cultural worker in Japan.https://wec-japan.org/https://operationworld.org/locations/japan/Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Sean Boucher served in South East Asia planting churches among unreached people groups. He then had many years experience leading a team mentoring people into mission. He now lives in South Australia being the salt of the earth in secular work. His story is a very honest journey through those questions that any follower of Jesus should ask. ‘Am I called?’ ‘How should I serve?’ ‘What do the Scriptures say?’Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

David Turnbull from Adelaide, continues sharing a lifetime of wisdom concerning crossing cultures. He has invaluable advice on how to cross bridges and to embrace difference. What ever your stage in life, wherever you are, you will greatly benefit listening to David's way forward when communicating and developing relationships with others who may appear different to you.Living with difference features prominently  for David. He has participated extensively in the global church for over 30 years in activities with a range of intercultural, mission and globally focused organizations in Australia and beyond. His main cross-cultural experience involved lecturing in Nigeria.  Since 1999 David has lectured in the areas of missiology and intercultural engagement in Adelaide and beyond. His PhD, completed in 2019, explored clergy and cultural intelligence. He current serves as the International Ministry Director for Local Leaders International managing their Local Online: A Global Strategy project. He is married and has one son, Matthew.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

David Turnbull from Adelaide, Australia shares his journey being in ministry with a son with a disability. He shares many precious stories and reflects on the rich tapestry that peoples with a disability bring to the mission of the Church.Living with difference features prominently  for David. He has participated extensively in the global church for over 30 years in activities with a range of intercultural, mission and globally focused organizations in Australia and beyond. His main cross-cultural experience involved lecturing in Nigeria.  Since 1999 David has lectured in the areas of missiology and intercultural engagement in Adelaide and beyond. His PhD, completed in 2019, explored clergy and cultural intelligence. He current serves as the International Ministry Director for Local Leaders International managing their Local Online: A Global Strategy project. He is married and has one son, Matthew.Two great books.1. https://www.regnumbooks.net/products/disabilityinclusive-member-care 2. Nathan John, Disability in MissionWeb siteshttps://www.cbm.org.au/luke14.https://missionsinterlink.org.au/mi-networks/mission-and-disability-engagement-networkWelcome to Hollandhttps://www.emilyperlkingsley.com/welcome-to-hollandWelcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country. For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Ben Paschke is Australian, he grew up in Vanuatu and then went to Bible College in New Zealand. His journey of discovery and identity centres on his upbringing and knowledge of the love of God in Christ. Listen to his journey, you may gain much wisdom in your own life course, and perhaps will even end up in a Bible College studying theology, bible and culture.Ben shares some of his experiences at Eastwest College of Intercultural Studies, Hamilton, New Zealand.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.Check out:Eastwest College of Intercultural Studieshttps://eastwest.ac.nz/Worldview Centre for Intercultural Studieshttps://worldview.edu.au/Cornerstone Bible College for Mission Traininghttps://www.cornerstonecollege.eu/MTC Brasilhttps://mtc.org.br/Anchor Cross Cultural Missions Training - Kenyahttps://anchormissionstraining.com/For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Jim and Cindy Lilly live in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. They have been discipling people since the 1970s! They are trainers and practitioners in disciple making. They have trained people in Africa, South Asia, North and South America. Jim has written several books on disciple making. This week they share about disciple making. It is a long episode but filled with gold. Make sure you listen and be ready to write down precious advice that only decades of life long discipling experience can bring.   Check out their books:Great Commission Training Manual https://tinyurl.com/24amyybjGreat Commission Disciple Making (Second Edition): Growing Disciples Rooted in God’s Word https://tinyurl.com/ysfaz6yvFamily Disciple Making: A Practical Guide to Raising Your Children as Disciples of Jesus https://tinvurl.com/2birbvddFree PDF versions are available here: https://worldmissionsevangelism.com/resources/#booksMore about Jima and Cindy here: https://worldmissionsevangelism.com/jim-cindy-lilly/Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Jim and Cindy Lilly live in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. They have been discipling people since the 1970s! They are trainers and practitioners in disciple making. They have trained people in Africa, South Asia, North and South America. Jim has written several books on disciple making. This week they share their personal story of coming to faith and discovering discipleship. Next week we hear them teach about Disciple Making.  Check out their books:Great Commission Training Manual https://tinyurl.com/24amyybjGreat Commission Disciple Making (Second Edition): Growing Disciples Rooted in God’s Word https://tinyurl.com/ysfaz6yvFamily Disciple Making: A Practical Guide to Raising Your Children as Disciples of Jesus https://tinvurl.com/2birbvddFree PDF versions are available here: https://worldmissionsevangelism.com/resources/#booksMore about Jima and Cindy here: https://worldmissionsevangelism.com/jim-cindy-lilly/Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

David Um is the Pastor of Chester Hill Baptist Church, Western Sydney. He shares his journey from Korea to Australia. He has a huge heart for the  nations and that people discover the hope that can be found in Jesus Christ.Information on his church can be found at:https://chesterhillbaptist.church/Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Sandy Hart is a experienced mentor, spiritual director and coach. It is her passion. She now is living in Launceston, Tasmania and  travels extensively helping people on their own journey in Christ.Sandy explores 'Mentoring, Spiritual Direction, Coaching and Discipleship', listening to her you will understand the differences, commonalities and the value of each discipline.She loves helping people in 'discovering the reality of what it means to be God's beloved'.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU

Michelle Kallmier describes herself as a person who has 'Lived a brave life without being a brave person'. She has been a missionary in Cambodia, a trainer of missionaries and a lecturer in Cross Cultural Communication. She is currently in Cambodia conducting research for  her PhD.Today she courageously shares about Anxiety, Burnout and Thriving. Some valuable wisdom for anyone alive today. Encouraging us to 'Look up and step forward' and ask the question 'Who am I when I am not being responsible?'If you would like more information on Burnout and Anxiety there are many resources. The book 'Zeal Without Burnout' by Christoper Ash is recommended. The article https://careynieuwhof.com/11-signs-youre-more-than-just-tired-youre-burning-out/ is useful.  It is important to seek help if you are struggling, reach out to those in your organisation or your family. Many countries have free telephone or internet chat counselling services, they are a great way to begin. In Australia you can call Lifeline on 131114.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic intro and outro:The Writer · StoryBoxThe Thing About This RoadTurkish version: https://artsrelease.org/en/resources/yazar-the-writerEnglish  version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeLUzo-kVQU℗ 2009 StoryBox

Shurun Yeo was born in Korea. He spent his early life in New Zealand and then moved to Albania where his parents are cross cultural workers. He shares his story growing up in Albania and knowing a faithful God on his journey.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Precila Alingbas is church planting in Tirana, Albania. But how did a young girl from the northern Philippines receive God's call to take the Gospel to Albania? Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Micah Leaverton is the host of the Podcast ‘Oops I Missed Church’. He is from the USA. He is newly married to Rupa from Australia and so presently lives in Sydney. He shares about his journey sharing faith growing up in the US, and also his story about how he became a paraplegic in a motorcycle accident in Canada.Check out Micah's Podcast 'Oops I missed Church' on any Podcast platform. Or click here  https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/micah-leaverton/episodes/Episode-46---Chris-Jenner-e294u1vWelcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Mark and Tam Haddon are preparing to move to Japan. When they first lived there, they did not know Jesus. They are returning with Christ, and the desire to share this hope with the Japanese community.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Seven people travelled  together through Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Greece. As part of WEC's DiveInto short term mission program.  The adventure led them to discover God in may places, in people and in their own life.https://www.diveintowec.comWelcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Daniel van Saane and Jon DiNovo are reaching Rotterdam, in the Netherlands. Their ministry Reaching Rotterdam networks across the city, bringing communities together. It provides an opportunity for followers of Jesus to work among migrant communities and young churches. You could join them for a short term mission, an internship or make a long term commitment to this growing and vibrant ministry.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Rebecca King shares her journey from Australia to Venezuela to Brisbane and then to Spain. An often difficult path that leads her to express her journey through poetry.  Even when all seems too difficult, God is still there, patient, merciful and loving.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Julie shares about Jesus in Central Asia. She shares her journey to a place so culturally different to her own. How she decided to make the leap and commit to serving Christ, learning the language and loving the people in this amazing region.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Margaret Love has works with Wycliffe Bible Translators (https://wycliffe.org.au/). She shares her own story, and   gives us insight into the world of Bible Translation. She also is involved in ReachOut Missions Conferences (https://reachoutmissions.com.au/).Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Christopher Jenner attends Rivers Edge Church in Sydney. He grew up as an MK, a missionary kid. His heart is turned towards reaching and discipling people where he lives, Sydney, one of the most multicultural cities on earth. Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Have you considered doing a Gap Year in 2024? Kathy Moura from Brisbane, Australia share some of her story. She also explains JUMP, a  Gap Year that focuses on mission, serving and learning. It also requires participants to complete the Year in 3 locations, Brisbane, Launceston and an overseas placement.Serve. Travel. Learn.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

In our third Episode of the Reach Podcast we continue hearing the stories of people working with Refugees. Linda Whitehouse shares her story of how she came to work among refugees in both Austria and Sydney.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo by Audiorezout is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

In our second Episode of the Reach Podcast we continue hearing the stories of people working with Refugees. Juan and Vicki share their story of how they began to serve refugees in Western Sydney.Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where they do this across the cultures. Some within their own culture in their own home country.For more information and to contact WEC Australia go to wec.com.auMusic Intro:  News Opener Logo (Politics News Broadcast Podcast Cinematic Fashion Technology Electronic Logo Ident Hit Intro Music) by Audiorezoutis licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

In our first Episode of the Reach Podcast we begin a series, hearing the stories of people working with Refugees. Memo and Bec Gomez share their story and how they came to serve refugees in Sydney, with the Sydney Refugee Team.Show notes:WEC Australia's web page: https://wec.com.auSydney Refugee Team web page: https://sydneyrefugeeteam.org.au