Raise up Western Missionaries

The mission field in Southern Philippines is complex and challenging and NEEDS missionaries from all areas to infuse new vitality and skills. We have great need for Bible translators, practitioners of EAP (Evangelism-Apologetics-Polemics), health and education mercy ministry practitioners, and long-term Church Planters. Western culture is one of openness to change and challenges. Furthermore, Westerners are often well educated and resourced. This cultural trait makes Westerners uniquely suited for some of the most challenging missions environments.

For introductory info: here is the normal minimum path to become a full missionary. For those looking to become Bible Translators and Apologetics / Polemics practitioners, an applicable degree in a related field is normally required. This can be done prior to missions or DMI has existing training pipelines to do the required programs while in the Journeyman Phase of training. See details below.

If you are faithful and called, Contact Us.

Note: the field we work in has a low, but non-zero chance of interactions with violent terrorist organizations, kidnap for ransom, and various tropical diseases.

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   Christar Orientation

   Dallas, TX — 2 Weeks. Christar US will interview the candidate, conduct various background checks on physical, psychological, moral, theological, and financial readiness, as well as give intensive training on missions preparation and fundraising.

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   Radius International

   Mexico — 9 Months. Radius will give the candidate intensive training in Cross-Cultural Missions. This training is CRITICAL to preparedness and only in EXCEPTIONAL cases can be waived.

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   Fund Raising

   At Christar Orientation, the candidate will have their financial needs calculated. As of 2026, a missionary family of 4 would be required to raise around $3,500 a month minimum. However, each family’s needs are different, and the actual amount may vary. Fundraising period can start right after Orientation. Time to raise funds can vary significantly but generally take 6–12 months. Fundraising and Additional Christar Training are often done together.

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   Additional Christar Training

   Based on individual need and assessment, Christar may require some additional training at various locations in the US. This includes more advanced Security and Survival training, Muslim Ministry internship, or Theological and Missions training. Each of these trainings take approximately 1–2 weeks. Additionally, Christar will conduct final evaluation of your calling with the Pastors/Elders in your home church.

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   Christar Pre-Deployment Orientation

   Dallas, TX — 2 Weeks. Christar will give final training and Pre-Deployment preparation for deployment. At PDO you will be appointed members of Christar.

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   Deploy!!!

   Now you will travel to the field and join the team at DMI as a Journeyman Missionary.

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   Learn Cebuano

   DMI, Philippines — 12–18 Months. Your first job as a missionary is to LEARN the local trade language. That is Cebuano. This is your PRIMARY work for about the first 12 months until you reach at least ACTFL Intermediate-High level. During this period, you will commit to 30 hours per week in language training and 10 hours per week in ministry support which includes the Polaris Model steps of Prepare.

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   Learn UPG Language

   DMI, Philippines — 18–24 Months. Your next job as a missionary is to learn the language of the UPG people group. This is your PRIMARY work for approximately 18–24 months until you reach at least ACTFL Advanced-High level. During this period, you will commit to 30 hours per week in language training and 10 hours per week in ministry support as well as conducting the Polaris Model steps of Survey and Contact.

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