Episode Details

In this podcast, Brian Miller, Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries, interviews Jay Dickerson, a seasoned missionary based in Costa Rica, who specializes in coaching other missionaries. Jay discusses his experience of helping new missionaries adjust to their host culture, overcome culture shock, and thrive in their new environment. He emphasizes the importance of approaching coaching with a learner's attitude rather than a judgmental mindset. Jay also highlights the significance of celebrating small wins and milestones along the way, such as mastering the local language and being able to share the gospel message with confidence. The conversation underscores the dynamic nature of cultural intelligence and how it can be cultivated and improved over time to better navigate different cultural contexts. Overall, the podcast provides valuable insights and practical advice for coaching missionaries through their unique challenges and transformations in their mission field.

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