Churches and agencies that network together accomplish more. Networking is particularly important when it comes to accountability. Churches and agencies need to work together so that they do not demand too much from the missionary, or allow him to get caught in power struggles or dragged down with bureaucratic demands. They need to work collegially on appraisals, accountability, and major decision making. Be consistent, vision-driven, and focused.
Churches frustrate their missionaries and the agencies when they make hasty decisions.
They need to halt radical changes, which sometimes come with committee or pastoral changes. High turnover of mission committee leadership undermines long-range planning. Some missiological theories today are based on erroneous presuppositions, and unfortunately many churches fall for the latest fad or persuasive presentation. Agencies don't have all the answers, either, but they may have some experienced input to help make a focused decision. Parachurch groups exist to serve the local church and in so doing perform certain roles in the body of Christ that complement the roles of the sending church.