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Glossary

Words are important, especially on the mission field. Use our glossary to gain a solid understanding of missions terminology.

Definition

Long Term Missions

Long Term Missions is historically the category we think of most when we think of missionaries. Missionaries in long term missions do not have a predetermined end date for their mission (as opposed to Short Term Missions). Long term missions generally demand language acquisition and training that culminates in language and cultural fluency. Driven by obedience to the Great Commission, a long term mission could take anywhere from 10 years to a lifetime, with a focus on tasks such as translating scripture and planting churches rather than time frame.