David McCullough – a Pulitzer Prize winning author who has written several best selling historical and biographical books such as Truman, John Adams, 1776, and The Johnstown Flood – did not set out from an early age to become an … (read more)
And they woke him and said to him, Teacher, do you not care that we are perishing? And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, Peace! Be still! And the wind ceased, and there was a … (read more)
Lately the headlines have been dominated with stories about an economic downturn, federal bailouts and an impending global recession. Many will be affected by the worlds financial problems. Non-profit organizations may suffer during times like these, too. Not always, however. … (read more)
There are a couple of giving opportunities available through the Prayer League, which can be a benefit to both you and WMPL without changing the amount of your contribution. I have mentioned both of them before, but I think it … (read more)
by Elycia Broden,Accountant “I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, andI know what it is to have plenty. … (read more)
Last month our Home Council approved a modest increase in our monthly missionary allowances. I thought it would be a good idea to make you, our partners, aware of the increase in this months article. But first let me say … (read more)
Every year, it seems, some of our missionaries transition from life and ministry overseas to life back in the United States. This is not an easy adjustment. Missionaries experience culture shock all over again, must leave behind friends, look for … (read more)
For the Scripture says, You shall not muzzle an ox when it treads out the grain, and, The laborer deserves his wages (1 Timothy 5:18). The Bible teaches us that gospel servants deserve their wages. In the World Mission Prayer … (read more)
“So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7). Early in the morning this past Valentines day I gave my youngest son a large … (read more)
The year 2007 was our second full year of enrollment in Thrivents GivingPlus program. This is the program which allows members of Thrivent to have their donation to WMPL supplemented by Thrivent Financial. The program has been a tremendous blessing … (read more)