Book Recommendations

Ministering Cross-Culturally
By Sherwood Lingenfelter
The perfect book for an introduction to cross-cultural ministry. Great for short-term teams or first time missionaries before taking a vision tour.

Cross-Cultural Connections
Stepping Out and Fitting In Around the World
By Duane Elmer
A good book for new full-time missionaries and their first few months.

Cross-Cultural Servanthood
Serving the World in Christlike Humility
By Duane Elmer
A good book for old and new missionaries as they finish their first year or anytime while on the field long-term.

Cross-Cultural Conflict
Building Relationships for Effective Ministry
By Duane Elmer
A good book for all long-term missionaries as they begin to make long lasting relationships with nationals.

Leading Cross-Culturally
Covenant Relationships for Effective Christian Leadership
By Sherwood Lingenfelter
A great book for a long-term missionaries as they raise up nationals to lead the church in cross-cultural context.

Leading Across Cultures
Effective Ministry and Mission in the Global Church
By James E. Plueddemann
A great book for a long-term missionaries as they raise up nationals to lead the church in cross-cultural context.