Communication between mobilizers in the two streams often takes the form of complaints and accusations. Such a spirit does not lead to constructive dialogue, greater understanding, and cooperation. Of course, some mobilizers work in both streams, making serious attempts to bring understanding, healing, and cooperation. Examining the streams These are the major features of missions as process and missions as project. Keep in mind that these are not airtight compartments.
Some elements are present in both streams.
The chart below shows how people in the two streams understand and describe their own work. They are talking about starting a project. Missions as process Missions as project Views the missionary task as fulfilling the Great Commission for every nation, people group, and person. Views the missionary task as planting a church among unreached or least reached people groups for which they have a deep personal burden or interest. Defines missions in terms of missionaries demonstrating God's love and concern, sharing the gospel, and planting and nurturing churches and missions.