Is it Important to Serve Locally Before Serving Overseas?
The journey toward global missions begins close to home. Serving in your local community is an important part of preparing for overseas ministry. There are…
Can I be a Missionary if I am Divorced?
Divorce does not disqualify you from serving with SIM USA. But it is important that you have worked through your experience and are in a…
What Does SIM Stand for and How is it Pronounced?
SIM originally stood for Sudan Interior Mission. At the time, “Sudan” did not refer to the modern country of Sudan. Instead, it meant the broad…
What Training Will I Receive from SIM USA?
Once applicants are approved to serve with SIM USA, they receive thorough training to prepare them for overseas ministry. This preparation lasts from the time…
How Much Money Do I Need to Raise to be a Missionary?
When global workers begin support raising with SIM USA, each worker has a different budget. A budget for overseas ministry refers to the amount of…
What if Raising Support Feels Uncomfortable?
Yes, support raising is absolutely Biblical. We see this pattern again and again in the early church, where believers prayed and gave generously to support…
How do I Support Raise for Ministry?
Support raising with SIM USA begins with training at our Charlotte campus. This training includes tools, guidance, and activities that help build a support team. …
Do I Have to Raise Support to be a Missionary?
Yes, you need to raise your own support as a SIM USA worker—but you are never alone in the process. Support raising is building a…
How Does SIM USA Discern Risk in Countries with Christian Persecution?
The Theology of Risk: Serving in Countries with Christian Persecution In some places where SIM USA serves, Christians face varying levels of persecution. Many of the…
How Does SIM USA Equip and Support Global Workers?
Why Does SIM USA Prepare and Support Global Workers? SIM USA prepares and supports global workers because overseas ministry is a long-term journey that requires more than just a single…