Can a one-time crosscultural experience truly be life-changing?
Veteran trip leader and intercultural guide Cory Trenda says yes—if we let the trip launch a journey of integrating the experience into our ongoing life.
In After the Trip Trenda provides a unique guide for individuals and teams to make the most of a crosscultural trip after returning home. Readers will find help with navigating the crucial reentry process, remembering and sharing key stories, interweaving new insights into everyday life, and engaging in continuing learning and service. Combining practical tips, reflections, and stories from Trenda's own decades of crosscultural travel, this is an essential resource for organizations, churches, schools, and all travelers who want crosscultural trips to be a catalyst for lasting good.
The trip itself is just the beginning; real life change happens after the trip.
Spring '26 Required FLBC textbook for Cross-Cultural Ministry I course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '25 Required FLBC textbook for Cross-Cultural Ministry I course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '24 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '23 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '22 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
With the new realities of global interconnectedness comes a greater awareness of cultural diversity from place to place. Besides differences in food and fashion, we face significant contrasts of cultural orientation and patterns of thinking. As we travel across cultures, what should we expect? How do we deal with culture shock? And can we truly connect with those we meet?
Experienced cross-cultural specialist Duane Elmer provides a compass for navigating through different cultures. He shows us how to avoid pitfalls and cultural faux pas, as well as how to make the most of opportunities to build cross-cultural relationships. Filled with real-life illustrations and practical exercises, this guide offers the tools needed to reduce apprehension, communicate effectively, and establish genuine trust and acceptance.
Above all, Elmer demonstrates how we can avoid being cultural imperialists and instead become authentic ambassadors for Christ. Whether you are embarking on a short-term mission trip or traveling for business or pleasure, this book is both an ideal preparation and a handy companion for your journey.
Spring '26 Required FLBC textbook for Cross-Cultural Ministry I course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '25 Required FLBC textbook for Cross-Cultural Ministry I course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '24 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '23 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '22 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '21 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
If the world were roughly divided into "hot climate" and "cold climate" cultures, what could one half of humankind learn from the other? Lanier---the daughter of missionaries and an experienced world traveler---writes insightfully on topics including relationship vs. task orientation; direct vs. indirect communication; individualism vs. group identity; and different concepts of hospitality.
Spring '26 Required FLBC textbook for Cross-Cultural Ministry I course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '25 Required FLBC textbook for Cross-Cultural Ministry I course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '24 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '23 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '22 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '21 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Mr. Jon Nelson.
Spring '20 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course, taught by Dr. Mark Olson.
Spring '19 Required FLBC textbook for Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry course taught by Dr. Mark Olson.
In 2019, engaging in cross-cultural ministry may lead one to travel to a faraway location, or it may simply lead a Christian to minister to the new neighbors next door. In Foreign to Familiar, Sarah Lanier seeks to help Christians better understand different cultures and equip them to effectively engage in the ministry of the Gospel. Her subtitle for the book is A Guide to Understanding Hot- and Cold-Climate Cultures. This focus will help the Cross-Cultural Ministry class understand and prepare for the ministry opportunities they will have as they travel to and minister in Ecuador for two weeks in the Spring 2019 Semester.
—Dr. Mark Olson
