MMI, the Ministries and Mission Interpreters, are individuals passionate about mission and trained to convey the stories of mission and educate people in local churches about the work of mission around the world.  MMIs represent their region (Disciples), conference (UCC) or constituency group.  Currently there are fully trained and equipped MMIs actively interpreting in about two-thirds of our Conferences and Regions across the country.

The interpreters are the extended staff of Global Ministries, joining our partners in the US and across the world. Now the purpose is to create a ripple effect of raising awareness and passion for mission in the local church by training others to tell the stories and use our resources. The MMI group remains closely networked to each other through chat rooms and regular communiques. They are available to speak, present workshops, arrange for missionary visits, provide displays and ideas for mission events.

A Ministries and Mission Interpreter is a person who:

• has a passion for learning about God’s mission
• tells the story of Global Ministries in our churches, Regions and Conferences
• motivates and trains others to be involved in global mission
• links the interest of an individual or congregation with resources and opportunities
• works within existing Region/Conference communication networks
• builds and participates in the national MMI network

An MMI serves by:

• utilizing Global Ministries resources, videos, websites and staff in continuing mission education
• inter-relating with Region or Conference staff, boards, and mission or outreach committees
• making mission visible at Association/District, Region or Conference annual meetings and regional assemblies
• presenting mission stories in individual conversations, small groups, worship or special programs
• sharing articles with church or denominational websites, newsletters, or list serves
• finding ways to fit mission into Conference/ Region ministry goals and structures

If you know someone who would like to become a Ministries and Mission Interpreter, contact: