How does LAM involve a candidates home church in the application and candidacy process for long term service?
LAM is not the “sending body” for missionaries. As an agency, we facilitate connections. The local church is the Biblical sending body for mission work. Therefore, we prioritize partnership with the local sending church throughout the mobilization process. We begin to forge a relationship with the local pastor whenever someone starts the application process. Within the process, we also evaluate the needs and concerns of each family member, prioritizing the health of marriages and families. We also recognize the unique needs and concerns of singles in the process and provide appropriate nurture. We recognize the fundamental importance of ministry assignment to the candidacy process. We want to insure that we make a positive match. We prioritize responding to the stated needs and concerns of our Latin ministry associates. And we promote self-knowledge and understanding for healthy self-assessment among our candidates, involving them in all decision-making that affects their lives.
