Ministry Partner Development (MPD) Resources
Most positions with IFI require the development of a ministry partner team that supplies the necessary prayer and financial support to cover salary, benefits, and work expenses. If God is calling you to work with IFI and after your acceptance to become a staff member, we will provide you with the training you will need to develop a team of ministry partners who will support your work.
Learn more about raising support (MPD) from our IFI staff in the video below.
Staff Testimonials
“MPD has stretched me in ways I never imagined and helped me grow my trust in God. It’s a constant reminder of who the Sustainer of my life is, as well as an eye-opener to the amazing community God has provided in my midst, partners who want to join me in caring for God’s kingdom.” – Carol
“God used MPD to stretch me beyond the limits of my personality. MPD showed me how wonderful and surprising God is and how attentive He is to my needs. Above anything else, MPD showed me how much I need Him each day, and how reliable He is to answer me when I call.” – Karlos
“You have to combine humility, willingness to learn, tenacity, and graciousness. God provides all of this when we ask. I have been burdened with this task, and I have been incredibly amazed. Staying in touch with supporters is much like ‘pastoring’ them. What an outstanding partnership!” – Jim
“I don’t think I could’ve done it without an MPD coach! I felt pretty stuck but having guidance, support, and accountability along the way helped me reach 100%, and I feel really good about being able to get back to serving students knowing my funding is in a healthy place.” – Sarah
FAQ
Do you still have questions? Watch this video about what it looks like in action to raise support!
Does your spouse have questions about the MPD process? Watch this video to hear the stories of three IFI staff spouses on how involved they were in the process, their initial perceptions, and how they overcame their fears.
The God Ask by Steve Shadrach
The process of raising support may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. Steve Shadrach writes about relying on God to provide and inviting others to join in the vision, rather than focusing solely on money. He teaches readers how crucial it is to turn to God in prayer when making appeals, just like Nehemiah who sought support from King Artaxerxes. Shadrach helps us recognize that God is orchestrating the process; He is the one who can instill confidence and transform it into a “God Ask” rather than a “Man Ask.”
Consider also reading this short book based on The God Ask: 5 Keys to Personal Support Raising
