| Author: |
Blocher, D.
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| Title: |
Good agency practices; Lessons from ReMAP II. |
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Evangelical Missions Quarterly, |
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| Pub.
Data: |
Vol. 41, pp. 228-237.
2005 |
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Type: |
Article
10
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| Summary: |
This article is a summary of the results of a WEA study of 600 agencies with nearly 40,000 long-term missionaries. It reveals the agency cultures, policies and practices that promote missionary retention. |
| Gems: |
While retention has dropped over the past twenty years, it has not decreased in the subgroup of high retaining agencies. These agencies have maintained their missionaries' commitment, loyalty and vision. They are blessed with highly experienced and dedicated staff. |
| Outline: |
Introduction
The ReMAP II study
Data analysis
Candidate selection
Pre-field training requirements
Vision and communication
Leadership
Orientation and continuous training
Ministry
Ministry outcomes
Personal care and family support
Finances
Home office
Retention rates
Conclusion |
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