Story collection
Explore stories, updates, and reflections from this part of GoTEN's work.
TRAINING
Each year, a number of young adults choose to spend their summer as part of the GoTEN team, living within the refugee community, volunteering in GoTEN’s refugee outreach programs, and shadowing experienced team members as they do life with their refugee friends.
Read storyFor over a decade, GoTEN has been involved in ministry in Myanmar, a journey that began when Burmese refugees in Arizona introduced us to their friends and family back home. Since then, we’ve trained hundreds of church planters and supported the work of four indigenous believers who now serve as GoTEN missionaries.
Read storyThe goal behind GoTEN’s internship program is to provide young, motivated servants the opportunity to learn and grow under experienced guidance and get their first taste of cross-cultural ministry.
Read storyGoTEN prioritizes connecting the church with opportunities to get educated, get locally involved, go, and get to work.
Read storyShort-term mission trips offer valuable experiences without long-term commitments. Common concerns—such as cost, qualifications, and potential disruption—are addressed by GoTEN, emphasizing that anyone can participate. Opportunities include both international and local missions in Phoenix, allowing individuals to engage in cross-cultural ministry and support global workers.
Read storyWhile resettlement presently appears far from hitting peak numbers, “the next wave” is almost inevitable. The time for the Church to prepare is now.
Read storyWhat does a waffle have to do with missions? This 4 minute video will make you think about missions every time you eat a waffle.
Read storyMaintaining resilience, however, and continuing to prepare for the moment might pay dividends when least expected.
Read storyIt's not just about drinking tea; it's an opportunity to relax and enjoy each other's company.
Read storyPeople need, and want in most cases, to be commissioned; to be pushed. This is one of the many jobs of a leader.
Read storyDiscover five essential keys for building deeper friendships with refugees through home visits: pray, observe, embrace silence, accept hospitality, and share stories.
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