GLST-2310 Issues in Leadership for Short Term Global Workers
An exploration of the role of short-term missions (STM) in gospel proclamation and kingdom advance. Major emphasis will be given to the theology of STM, the interface between STM and long-term missions, and the importance of cultural intelligence in STM endeavors. Specific topics to be studied include: the missio dei and STM, the history of STM, avoiding dependency and paternalism in STM, the role of STM in both urban and rural contexts, the use of business and medical platforms in STM, trip organization and team member training, raising financial support, dealing with culture shock, overcoming language and cultural barriers, STM and the local church, the role of youth and university students in STM, and security and liability issues faced by STM leaders and participants.