Mission Control

Michelle: Embracing God’s Plan Abroad

In this episode, we dive into the captivating journey of Michelle, a woman who grew up at FBC Melbourne and followed the call of international missions, leaving Central Florida and stepping into a life of purpose and service overseas. She shares her experiences, challenges, and the profound impact that her faith has had on her decisions.
 
Episode Highlights:
- Introducing Michelle's background and early life experiences.
- Michelle's transformational mission trip that sparked her passion for international missions.
- Navigating the challenges of leaving behind a teaching career to embrace a new calling of stay-at-home-mom
- Michelle's heart for South Sudan and the unexpected turns her journey took during times of conflict.
- Balancing the roles of motherhood and ministry in a foreign context.
- Insights into Michelle's faith journey, including moments of doubt and unwavering trust.
- The importance of community and support in fulfilling a call to missions.
- How Michelle's family reacted to her decision and supported her throughout the journey.
- Michelle's advice for those feeling the call to missions and seeking guidance.
 
Resources Mentioned:
- SIM - The mission agency Michelle partnered with for her international journey.
- “Is God Calling Me?” by Jeff Iorg- A recommended read on embracing God's calling.
Connect with Us:
- Visit our website at launchme.church
- Follow us on Facebook & Instagram at @FBCMel.
- Send us your thoughts and questions at info@fbcmel.org.
 
Support the Show:
- Share this episode with your friends and family who might be interested in international missions and faith journeys.

Jason Schack: From Teacher of the Year to Full Time Ministry

Join us in this captivating episode as we sit down with Jason Schack, who shares his unexpected journey from a teacher to a youth pastor and now a FCA missionary. Through his story, we explore the transformative impact of embracing God's call and saying "yes" to the unknown. Jason's experiences underscore the significance of obedience and how a single act of faith can lead to profound changes in individuals' lives, whether in the classroom, youth ministry, or community engagement. Discover the remarkable ways a simple "yes" can have an eternal impact and unveil God's purpose.
In this episode:
Jason's surprising transition from teacher to youth pastor and missionary.
The role of faith and trust in facing uncertainties and following God's plan.
The ripple effects of embracing God's call and the profound changes it brings.
Insights into the dynamics of student ministry, community engagement, and volunteerism.
Recommended Resources:
 “Is God Calling Me?” by Jeff Iorg- A recommended read on embracing God's calling.
 Brevard FCA Website
 
Connect with Us:
- Visit our website at launchme.church
- Follow us on Facebook & Instagram at @FBCMel.
- Send us your thoughts and questions at info@fbcmel.org.
 
Support the Show:
- Share this episode with your friends and family who might be interested in international missions and faith journeys.

Katye Campbell: On Mission in the Local Government

Joining us in Mission Control today is Katye Campbell. Katye is currently serving on the School Board here in Brevard County. Her husband, Jim, is the lead pastor at Bay West Church, a church plant of First Baptist Melbourne. In our conversation today we talk about how God opened her up to the idea of running for school board, how we had been preparing her along the way, and the importance of walking in obedience with the Lord at every step along the way.

Jerry Thornton: We’re All Called to Ministry

Joining us in Mission Control today is Jerry Thornton. Jerry moved to Melbourne in 2021 and is currently serving as the Associational Mission Strategist for the Brevard Baptist Association after serving in pastoral ministry for over 20 years. In our conversation today we talk about his current season of ministry, unpacking what it means to be an associational mission strategist and the value behind church’s partnering together and the importance of saying yes to the ministry opportunities God presents to each of us. 

Glenn & Shannon Garner: Broadening The Idea Of What It Means To Be A Missionary

Joining us in Mission Control today is Glenn & Shannon Garner. The Garners are currently serving as IMB missionaries in the Czech Republic. In our conversation today, we talk about the times in life when a sense of direction from God seems so clear… only to be faced with what feels like closed door after closed door. How God can use those seasons to stretch us and prepare us for what he has ahead. 

Erik Axsom: Living On Mission Throughout Different Seasons

Joining us in Mission Control today is Erik Axsom. Erik currently serves on the staff at FBC Melbourne supporting our groups and connections ministries.  In our conversation today we talk a lot about how God has guided him through many different seasons of ministry and how God has opened his eyes to see a broader context of what it means to live “on mission”.

Jenna Cobb: Missions Takes More Than Just Missionaries

Joining us in Mission Control is Jenna Cobb. Jenna has served on our Missions Committee here at FBCMel for over 10 years and is also serving as a trustee for the International Missions Board. In our conversation today, we talk about how missions takes more than just missionaries and how God is always faithful to provide opportunities to engage in what he’s called you to do… even if you’re in a season where it’s easy to feel “stuck”. 

Aaron Still: Cultivating a Culture of Launching

Joining us in Mission Control is Aaron Still, the Church Planting Pastor at FBC Melbourne. Our conversation today is centered around church planting and this God-sized goal we feel God has given our church to plant 10 churches in 10 years.