Tom and his wife took a leap of faith by moving to the UK in the early 2000s. No plan, no job, just trusting the Lord. Fast forward 20 years and now they are still taking big steps of faith and life is even more of an adventure. Now in the Normandy region of France, their family is on full-time mission. In this episode, Tom shares his heart for refugees, sabbath, music ministry, his family, and the process of learning the French language. Tune in for an adventurous and grace filled episode. Supp...
May 08, 2025•55 min
Alex grew up loving and cherishing his local church family. As he grew in relationship to Christ, he sensed God was calling him to serve the global Church. In this episode, we discuss Alex's first steps serving his local church and then his first steps serving the Church around the world. With a summer in Birmingham serving at Oikos church and then a summer praying in new nations GEM is pursuing, we break down the lessons Alex learned. We then talk about the faith it requires to allow God's miss...
Apr 10, 2025•55 min
"Just like the Statue of Liberty, I was born in France. But I was made & renovated in America." Debby has been involved with GEM since 1956 when her parents moved to Paris. Over the years, Debby cherished the gospel, served the church, and served GEM faithfully. In this episode, we see just a glimpse of the incredible story God has walked her through. Street evangelism, teaching, church planting, counseling, and even mime are all ways God has used her to reach others for His kingdom. Support...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Kristian Morris, aka Kmo, has spent multiple summers serving with Greater Europe Mission. Over time, Kmo noticed a trend not just with GEM, but with mission agencies as a whole...less than 3% of global workers are ethnic minorities. This empowered Kmo to learn the "why?" behind this statistic, myths facing ethnic minorities going on mission, and what we as believers can do about it. Listen to learn more about Kmo's powerful testimony, his music, and his perspective on how God can leverage our et...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Doug and Lisa Mitts have a heart for everyone to be one with Christ. Both developed a heart for the persecuted and restricted church in Eastern Europe during communism. They have been serving in Europe ever since. In this episode, we discuss the power of "knowing the Spirit", sharing our faith, and why it's necessary for believers to practice sharing the gospel. This conversation is packed with practical advice on how to engage with the lost. It will leave you encouraged and empowered to take a ...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Growing up as a missionary kid (mk) Jason said he "never" would be in "full time - ministry". Decades later, he and his team are planting churches all over Frankfurt, Germany and leading people toward Christ daily. In this episode, we hear Jason's story, his perspective on a global body of believers, and what "going to church" really means. Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Greater Europe Mission https://gemission.org/give/...
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 16 min
Kim Garrity was appointed to be a GEM missionary over 40 years ago. After a backpacking trip around Europe in his early years, he was "ruined for the ordinary". In this episode, we discuss Kim's story of getting to Europe full time as a global worker. We also discuss one of the biggest buzz words of today, "refugees". Kim's focus became the refugee opportunity in Europe from 2015 onward. He has led hundreds of teams to come and serve in Europe with the hope that all people come to know and under...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 5 min
How is God working in Bulgaria? In this episode, we hear all about it. We discuss the story of Jivko and Julie's relationship to one another and their love for Bulgaria. "It's all the Lord working through us." is the common theme throughout this conversation. This episode is filled with great stories, encouraging words for the listener, and practical ways to obey the Lord each and every day. Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Greater Europe Mission https:...
Oct 24, 2024•52 min
Sean Thelen took a leap of faith to serve God's kingdom overseas. After sensing the Lord's leading after a few short term mission trips, Sean and his wife moved their lives to Athens to serve within the local church context. In this episode, we discuss Sean's story, debt in relation to the mission field, serving the local church, Greek Orthodoxy in the culture of Greece, and Sean's art as an outlet to connect with the Lord. To view Sean's art, click here. https://thisismytimewithyou.substack.com...
Sep 18, 2024•55 min
Serving others was intertwined within the mission of Jesus. The mission of GEM teams is to reflect the life and mission of Jesus. Serve others and preach the good news. Gene Harter leads GEM teams, so we talk with him about his story, the needs of GEM teams, and powerful stories from the field. Do you want to serve with GEM teams? visit gemteams.org or inquire at our website. Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Greater Europe Mission https://gemission.org/...
Apr 04, 2024•49 min
Over 40 years ago, a young man from Wyoming went to France for the first time. That young man went back to France for the next 11 summers serving at Camp des Cimes, which is now his home and ministry. Tom Guffey simply said "yes" to God. What could he do with your "yes"? French culture, camp ministry, Tom's story, salvations, and more in this episode! Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Greater Europe Mission https://gemission.org/give/...
Mar 19, 2024•40 min
Barbara Wilkie works in administration with Greater Europe Mission. Almost every missionary we come in contact with has the need for an administrative worker in their field of work. In this episode, we briefly discuss the importance of admin and how it glorifies God just as much as an evangelist, church planter, or other cross cultural worker. Are you passionate about using your administration gifts for God's kingdom? If so, visit our website to see where you can use your gift in Europe! Support...
Feb 15, 2024•23 min
Jon has been the president of Greater Europe Mission for nearly a decade. Jon joined GEM with a heart that was already passionate about reaching Europe for Christ. His enthusiasm for Europe is contagious, his wisdom about the gospel is refreshing, and his concern for discipleship is motivating. -Why Europe? -Why GEM? -Who is GEM? -How was GEM started? -How do we get involved? Tune in to discover these questions answered. Wanting to learn more about GEM and who we are? This is a fantastic place t...
Dec 18, 2023•49 min
Serving with EuroCorps in 1985, GEM's former Ten2 Project program, Kay Baker's heart was gripped for Europe. God placed a seed in Kay's young American heart to follow His plan, and not her own. Passionate about teaching, singing, and relationship, God has used Kay and her willingness to be obedient to His plan, one step at a time. Kay is an energetic and passionate follower of Jesus. Tune in to this inspiring episode! Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Gr...
Dec 05, 2023•45 min
Ray Baker left his home in 1985 to pursue the great commission in Europe. After spending time in Iceland, his journey lead him to Sweden, where he has now lived for most of his life. Author, teacher, linguist, and GEM worker, Ray Baker, discusses the importance of apologetics, learning languages, his experiences in Europe, and much more in this episode. You can find and support Ray's ministry efforts in Sweden by visiting https://apologia.se Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://...
Oct 26, 2023•38 min
How can your gift be used for the mission of God? Fred uses his passion on the mission field to bless others doing God's work in Europe. In this episode, we discuss culture, architecture, Fred's story, and even answer the question, "Is Greece really Christian?" Thanks so much for listening. Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Greater Europe Mission https://gemission.org/give/...
Oct 12, 2023•43 min
Interested in building community in Belfast through film? In this episode, Ted Cox shares his heart for film and connecting with people through the movie making process. We discuss the culture of Northern Ireland, our testimonies, and share plenty of laughter together. Why Europe? Why Belfast? God's plan for Ted's life was going to take him into the biggest risk his life had ever seen. He had steady work and a family to provide for. Was this step of faith worth the risk for Ted? Listen and find ...
Apr 13, 2023•44 min
Lisa Meyers has served with GEM for over 30 years in Vienna, Austria. In this episode, we break down some really insightful life and ministry lessons that God has taught her while being on the field. Music, women's ministry, and local church discipleship are just a few topics in this exciting episode. Her incredible journey all began with a short term summer trip on the original "Ten2 Project" formerly known as "Eurocorps". Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give...
Mar 30, 2023•57 min
For decades, communism tried to keep the church from worshiping Jesus. The good news is that you cannot stop the work of the Holy Spirit. God has been moving throughout Slovakia for the last 100 years, and in this episode, we talk a little bit about it with GEM missionaries. Slovakia is a small country near the center of Europe. We discuss the many opportunities to serve the Slovak people. Much like the rest of Europe, Slovakia is a beautiful place with amazing people, beautiful landscapes, and ...
Mar 16, 2023•39 min
Bethel and Adam Gascho have served together in GEM since 1998. In this episode, we discuss their story and also talk about how they did their best to raise their family to stay strong in Christ in a post-Christian society. We talk about some other topics such as truth and cultural differences as well. Bethel and Adam served in Germany for 16 years before moving back to the states. Bethel now serves in mobilization and Adam as a GEM associate. Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https:/...
Mar 02, 2023•50 min
Here in GEM, we speak with many are interested in "vocational ministry", especially youth work. In this episode of the "Why Europe?" podcast, we talk with Andy Osenton, who is based in Sunderland, England and has worked with Wearside Youth for Christ for the last 25 years. We discuss a few topics... - What is success in ministry? - God's call is unique to every believer. - The importance of partnership with people to serve Sunderland. Andy shares the love of Jesus with the youth of his community...
Feb 16, 2023•43 min
London is no longer a city of predominantly one culture. London has transformed into a multicultural melting pot with different religious perspectives around every corner. Leslie shares her way of life and mindset on how to share the love of Christ & love skeptics well. We discuss her salvation story and how that led her to GEM. Pray with GEM every Friday, led by Leslie. http://prayforeurope.live Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Greater Europe Missi...
Feb 02, 2023•55 min
James and his wife Virag serve in Hungary. We break down their story, their current ministry, and why there is a need for more laborers to reach Hungary. Coffee shop ministry, their story of salvation, cultural differences in Europe, and more in this episode. To purchase "My Mighty Son" by Virag Wheeler-Mezei https://www.amazon.com/My-Mighty-Son-Endurance-Overcoming/dp/1911086545 Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Greater Europe Mission https://gemission....
Jan 19, 2023•37 min
John Robinson is a GEM partner that serves with the organization Linguæ Christi. Linguæ Christi's mission is to share Jesus with the indigenous minority language groups of Europe. John has lived in Wales for the last 25 years of his life seeking to share Christ with the Welsh people. In this episode, we discuss the importance of his work and his continued call to reach people with the gospel. To learn more or serve with Linguæ Christi, visit: http://www.linguaechristi.org Support the show Want t...
Jan 05, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Clarissa is a former Ten2 participant who now serves as a full-time cross-cultural worker in Spain. Her work is primarily on a pilgrimage called the Camino de Santiago, where people from all over the world hike to find spiritual awakening. In this episode, we discuss her call to Europe, the power of food ministry, and people meeting Christ on the pilgrimage of the Camino de Santiago. Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Greater Europe Mission https://gemiss...
Nov 10, 2022•39 min
Mike Taylor lived in England for nine years and travels all over the United States to cast vision for reaching Europe. With 30 years of ministry experience in the United States, Mike shares the DNA of post-christian culture and how to combat it in the American church. This episode discusses not only how we approach post-christian culture in America, but how we approach it in Europe. Hint: its all about relationships. Mike is the Vice President of Mobilization for Greater Europe Mission and the f...
Apr 07, 2022•47 min
Becca Salvo is the lead regional mobilizer for Greater Europe Mission. She also spent some time in Austria teaching at an international school. Becca plays a very large role in getting more missionaries to Europe! We break down her story a bit on how God led her to Austria, then to GEM, then to the lead regional mobilizer role. With leadership there is a model GEM follows called LDC (lead, develop, care) and we discuss that a bit as well! Thanks for listening. Support the show Want to serve or l...
Mar 24, 2022•33 min
In this episode we discuss the topic of Spiritual warfare with Rod Taylor. Rod is a 25+ year veteran with GEM. He and his wife have served on the field in Europe for 8 years in Ireland. Rod currently serves in the states full time. In this episode we discuss a few topics. What is spiritual warfare? What is spiritual warfare and what is unfortunate coincidence? Scripture surrounding the topic of spiritual warfare. If you are a Ten2er, please consider listening to this episode! It is very importan...
Mar 14, 2022•52 min
Interested in storytelling while on mission with Ten2? How about storytelling full time as a missionary? Photography, journalism, & videography can all be used on the mission field. In fact, we need more laborers in this field. We discuss this need in detail with Grant as he shares the call of God for him and his wife to the UK, and how the Lord is using storytelling to bring gospel awareness to believers and non believers globally. Not only that, but we break down the culture of Birmingham,...
Feb 24, 2022•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, Parker breaks down her journey on the mission field. This mission includes places like France, Kosovo, and her university. Parker has served with GEM for a few years now with the hope of inspiring people to say "yes" to Jesus, whether as a decision to follow Him in their life or on the mission field. Support the show Want to serve or learn more? https://gemission.org Give to Greater Europe Mission https://gemission.org/give/...
Feb 10, 2022•49 min
