Traveler's Guide to the Field

Traveler's Guide
to the Field

TRAVELER'S GUIDE

Online Resources

Checklist

Pre-Departure
Checklist

Review this list from International SOS of travel documentation, security efforts, and health and safety tips.

Document

International SOS
FAQ's

Learn about medical and security advice and assistance before, during, and after your trip.

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Article

Cross Cultural
Apologizing

Broaden your perspective of cultural differences, especially when it comes to apologizing.

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Learn More About
Bible Translation

Google Translate will never replace Bible translators. Find out why translation requires a significant investment of time, and why meaning and clarity are so important.

Additional Resource:

Do national translators know Greek and Hebrew? Which version do they use, or are there other source texts used to facilitate the process? Get the answers to these and other questions. View our Seed Company statement on sources used for translation.

Recommended Books

Foreign to Familiar:
A Guide to Understanding Hot - And Cold - Climate Cultures

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The Global Gospel:

Achieving Missional Impact in Our Multicultural World

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When Helping Hurts:
How to Alleviate Poverty Without Hurting the Poor ... and Yourself

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The Beauty of Partnership Study Guide

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Guide

Preparing For
Your Visit

Find travel documents, packing suggestions, and other tips to ensure safe and memorable travels.

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A topical prayer guide to assist you as you “Pray for Zero” — specifically, for more prayer partners, godly leaders, expert translation consultants, the technologies necessary to accelerate Bible translation efforts, and ultimately, heart transformation in the lives of those empowered by the Gospel message.

Seed Company Prayer Guide

Get prepared for your trip through these online resources.

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