The “Modern Day Missionaries” podcast discusses topics that affect the lives of Christian missionaries on the mission field in the areas of faith, freedom, fami...
S07E06 Help! How Do I Do My Taxes as a Missionary? with Maggie Walker & Brooke Calhoun
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by tax season as a missionary? Wondering if you should opt out of Social Security? Confused about how 1099s, housing allowances, and foreign-earned income exclusions actually work?In this episode, CPAs Maggie Walker and Brooke Calhoun break down everything missionaries need to know about taxes—from maximizing tax benefits to avoiding financial surprises. Whether you’re filing for the first time or catching up on years of returns, this conversation will equip you with practical tips to navigate tax season with confidence. Grab a notebook—this is one episode you don’t want to miss!FREE Housing Allowance WorksheetForeign Earned Income Exclusion ExplainedMissionary Taxes: CPA's Maggie Walker and Brooke Calhoun of BDM Texas both specialize in doing taxes for cross-cultural workers. You can reach out to them HEREThanks for listening! Email us your questions at [email protected] · YouTube · Facebook · Instagram · X · LinkedIn
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S07E05 | 6 Reasons Missionaries Should Use Social Media with Brian Barcelona
Is social media just a distraction—or could it also be one of the most powerful tools for spreading the gospel? Is it possible to use it effectively without falling into the trap of performance and pride? Brian Barcelona shares how he and his team at One Voice have reached millions with the gospel through digital evangelism, the unexpected ways God has moved online, and practical strategies for missionaries to use social media well as a tool for outreach and connecting with supporters. Plus, he gets real about the dangers of fame, the importance of authenticity, and how to steward your calling well in the digital space.If you've ever wondered whether social media is worth your time or struggled to know how to use it well, this conversation is for you!✍️ In this episode, you'll learn:Simple ways to create impactful content without fancy equipmentHow to keep social media from becoming a pride trapWhy storytelling makes our message more powerful and personalPractical tips for using social media without getting addictedWhy authenticity matters more than polished content online💡 Questions to Ponder as You Listen:What story can I share that might encourage someone today?Am I stewarding my platform in a way that honors God?Am I using social media as a tool or is it a distraction?What’s holding me back from being consistent in sharing?How can I stay authentic while engaging a digital audience?Thanks for listening! Email us your questions at [email protected] · YouTube · Facebook · Instagram · X · LinkedIn
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S07E04 Why Fundraising Is Essential to a Missionary’s Spiritual Formation with Heather Winchell & Andy Brennan
What does fundraising have to do with spiritual formation? You’re about to find out!Maybe you have been approaching fundraising as just another task on your missionary to-do list. We’ve all been there! But what if it’s not just about the money?Could fundraising actually be a tool God uses to transform you?Heather Winchell and Andy Brennan of Provisio Fundraising unpack how the way we fundraise profoundly shapes our dependence on God, reveals how we see God, and reflects what our mission actually is.Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply looking for a fresh perspective, you’ll learn how to let fundraising form you instead of deform you, filling you with fresh purpose and confidence.Thanks for listening! Email us your questions at [email protected] · YouTube · Facebook · Instagram · X · LinkedIn
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S07E03 | 5 Questions to Launch Missionaries Into the New Year with Marvin Slaton
What might God be calling you to start, stop, or step into this year?What if asking the right questions could launch you into the most impactful year of your life?In this episode, we give you an activity you can do today to launch you strong into the new year!Marvin Slaton, executive director of Modern Day Missions, shares five profound questions to help missionaries reflect, realign, and reimagine their calling for the new year and beyond.Let them help you discover what the Lord wants to birth, refine, and resurrect in your life this year. Grab a pen or reflect as you listen—this episode is packed with inspiration to launch you into your best year yet!✍️ In this episode, you'll learn:How pruning can lead to fresh growth and freedom.Why revisiting past passions or goals could bring fresh life into our calling.How to reflect on ministry with fresh eyes and open hearts.Practical ways to evaluate and deepen our current ministry efforts.How to identify what God is calling us to start or create this year.💡 Questions to Ponder as You Listen:What are the things God is wanting to birth or bring to life in you? (birth)What is the ministry God has for you to jump into or go deeper in? (ministry)Are there things God is calling you to put to death, learn from, and move on from? (death )Is God wanting to resurrect an area of your life that was thriving before but currently needs new life? (resurrection)What is God calling you to ascend, complete, fulfill, or overcome or conquer? (ascension)Thanks for listening! Email us your questions at [email protected] · YouTube · Facebook · Instagram · X · LinkedIn
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S07E02 Help for Stressed Out Missionaries with Kristi Gaultiere
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure if your stress is too much—or maybe not enough? Wondering how to find a healthy rhythm for the demands of missionary life?In this episode, Dr. Kristi Gaultiere joins us to unpack the reality of stress and how it impacts missionaries uniquely.We look at the difference between healthy and unhealthy stress, how to recognize the signs of being "stressed in" or "stressed out," and what adrenaline addiction is and how it can quietly sabotage your life and ministry.Discover how to align your rhythms with Jesus’ easy yoke and cultivate a sustainable, grace-filled approach to life and mission.If you’re ready to learn how to thrive under pressure without burning out, this conversation is for you!Thanks for listening! Email us your questions at [email protected] · YouTube · Facebook · Instagram · X · LinkedIn
The “Modern Day Missionaries” podcast discusses topics that affect the lives of Christian missionaries on the mission field in the areas of faith, freedom, family, and finances. It is produced by "Modern Day Missions" and hosted by Stephanie Leigh Gutierrez. Each episode in the “Modern Day Missionaries” podcast is a conversational interview where Stephanie hosts guests who are experts in their fields and who either are or have been missionaries, or who serve in the missions space. At Modern Day, we want to help missionaries be their very best so they can give their very best! Learn more about "Modern Day Missions" https://www.modernday.org/