The missionary journey is one that takes many turns. This blog is for those embarking on the "Great Commission", with the hope that it will help you be more effective for the Kingdom!
I have often felt that Business as a mission can be a way to reach the lost as well as "see a need / fill a need". I recently found a website called BAM - Business as mission. For those who are apprehensive about fundraising for the mission field, I think you can glean some ideas from this sight as well as the resources they recommend.
Fundraising can be one of the most difficult parts of short term missions. Here are a few links that I think will help those in the process or are getting ready to start raising funds.
SendthemforHim.com This web site is to provide an avenue for Christian mission groups, missionaries, charities and churches to raise funds by having supporters make everyday online purchases from our list of over 400 MAJOR RETAILERS.