On-Site Missionary Retreats for Cross-Cultural Ministry Training
Missions Training for Modern-Day Missions
Despite the conveniences of modern-day missions, cross cultural ministry is rooted in the ancient paths of the New Testament! Our on-site missionary retreats are designed to be hosted by local churches and ministry networks. These events provide a focused environment for spiritual renewal, cultural awareness, and practical preparation for short-term or long-term missions. Participants engage in guided sessions that explore calling, cross-cultural communication, and team dynamics.
Practical Skills for Missionary Service
LDI offers personalized coaching for those pursuing Business as Mission (BAM), tentmaking, or traditional church planting. Our coaching helps leaders clarify their calling, develop strategic plans, and prepare spiritually for sustainable ministry. Whether you’re launching a business overseas, joining a church-planting team, or leading a short-term trip, our coaches provide insight and accountability. We focus on practical readiness—fundraising, cultural adaptation, team leadership—and spiritual resilience. Coaching sessions can be one-on-one or team-based, and are available virtually or in person. Let us help you move from vision to action with clarity and confidence.
Are You Ready to be a Cross Cultural Missionary?
We have passion that the Next-Generation of ministry leaders be ground and competent. So, whether you’re preparing for a short-term trip or a lifetime of service, LDI helps you grow by teaching cross cultural ministry strategies, introducing cross cultural discipleship, and addressing basic challenges of cross cultural missions.
Global Journeys
Training is normally provided on-site, in a retreat location, or through “mission trips”. LDI calls these “missions trips” Travel-Based Discipleship. These international journeys combine cultural immersion, spiritual formation, and hands-on ministry in real-world settings. Participants serve alongside local leaders, engage in reflective learning, and explore their personal calling to missions. These trips are ideal for churches, colleges, and ministry teams who want to deepen their commitment to global service. Each journey is designed to stretch participants spiritually and culturally, helping them grow in humility, adaptability, and gospel-centered leadership. LDI handles logistics and training, so your team can focus on learning and serving with purpose
Training can be tailored to fit your church’s context—whether you’re launching a new missions initiative or preparing a team for an upcoming trip. Our facilitators bring years of experience in global ministry and help believers by equipping leaders with the practical insight for thriving in unfamiliar settings.
Empower Your Church or Association to Send Well
We believe churches are the primary launchpad for global missions. LDI partners with congregations and associations to help them send leaders with wisdom, care, and long-term vision. Our training retreats, coaching, and curriculum resources are designed to fit your church’s size, culture, and goals. Whether you’re preparing a youth team for a short-term trip or building a pipeline for long-term missionaries, we’ll help you create a sending strategy that’s spiritually grounded and practically effective. Churches don’t need to outsource missions—they need to be equipped to lead it. LDI is here to make that possible.