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Mission Sicily

Mission Sicily

By Brian

This mission, serving in Sicily since 2013, is making disciples, planting churches and building bridges of hope at today's Crossroads of Cultures. Strategically positioned as a vital link between North Africa and Western Europe, Mission Sicily is impacting indigenous Sicilian communities, as well as their new immigrant neighbours, with the good news of Jesus Christ.

Visit missionsicily.com to get informed, get connected, find ways to pray and to support. Thank you for partnering with us to see souls saved and disciples made in Sicily and in Italy!
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July 2021 Newsletter

Mission SicilyJul 14, 2021

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Learning The Unforced Rhythms of Grace

Learning The Unforced Rhythms of Grace

On this first episode of a brand new season, and the very first of this year, we wanted to take a look at the day-to-day rhythms that keep this ministry rolling forward. Sure, there are lots of things that happen throughout the week that we won't mention here, from prayer and strategy meetings to counseling and the like. What we will examine are the routine, but strategic, "encounter points" that we've created in order to help take ourselves and other Jesus followers deeper into the scriptures. We're helping them to wrestle with the word, and grapple with the gospel, and become more firmly fit together in the Body, grounded and effective in ministry.

Feb 25, 202445:15
Risk and Reward in His Harvest Fields

Risk and Reward in His Harvest Fields

Leading disciple-makers to be daring and courageous in the face of opposition. What does wholesale allegiance to Jesus look like, and what could it inevitably cost you? Join us on this episode as we explore the Risks and Rewards while working in His Harvest Fields!

Nov 16, 202341:12
The Mission Shift in Sicily

The Mission Shift in Sicily

A SPECIAL "LIVE" EPISODE!

Recorded on location in Sicily


This is the first time we've been able to sit down and record the three of us together: Gino, Stefano and Brian. We talked about the mission shift we're seeing here in Sicily. A shift that's happening in the church in Italy, as we cooperate with the Holy Spirit in His mission to seek and save the lost. We delve into several topics in this conversation that we haven't gone into depth on before. From how disciple-making is happening in the community, not just inside the walls of the church building, to church-planting being reborn here in Sicily, post Covid, to the work we're doing among the down and out of our community, as well as impact for refugees and immigrants. We left a little of the Italian language in there, so you can get a feel for the Italian context we work in, just 30 seconds here or there, so hopefully that's not a deterrent from being able to really understand what's being said and the heart that we have for disciple-making. Don't miss this exciting episode!

Sep 13, 202321:40
The Evolution of Mission

The Evolution of Mission

Welcome to the Mission Sicily podcast, made possible by partners like you!

This is the Summer 2023 briefing of the mission, serving in Sicily for 10 years now...


Episode S04 E05: This is a special guest episode with our ministry partner, Stefano Longo, from near Turin. On the show we talk about:

  • How our individual paths initially crossed, like the tributaries of a river.
  • How God has taken our individual faith journeys and challenged us to grow.
  • How God is weaving our stories together, north and south, to create movements.


Go to >> missionsicily.com << for more info about WHO we are, WHAT we do, and WHY we do it.

Partnering together: Making Disciples * Planting Churches * Building Bridges of hope in Sicily and Italy.


Jun 27, 202353:39
Mission Briefing

Mission Briefing

Welcome to the MAY 2023 edition of the Mission Sicily briefing!

This is S04 E04. This time around we'll explore these topics and more:

  • our recent trips to Turkey and Israel, their impact then and now,
  • how folks (like you) are reaching out and connecting with this mission,
  • the cost of doing long-term, sustainable, and multipliable missions in Italy,
  • how your PRAYER and SUPPORT is making a marked difference, leaving an impact,
  • three VITAL keys to our success this year on the field, and what's undergirding them all.

A video trailer of this briefing is available on the Mission Sicily YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook platforms!

Go to >> missionsicily.com << for more info about WHO we are, WHAT we do, and WHY we do it.

Partnering together: Making Disciples * Planting Churches * Building Bridges of hope in Sicily.

Apr 23, 202342:60
Mission Briefing
Feb 28, 202326:15
Mission Briefing
Jan 19, 202325:04
December Briefing

December Briefing

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily podcast! This is our Year End Finale episode.

This is the 10th episode of the 3rd season, which will take us through to the end of this year 2022.

This podcast contains all the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version (PLUS much much more), however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, quite as much. To find out more, go to missionsicily.com where you can follow, subscribe, and get involved.

So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not? It's free!

Dec 15, 202228:19
November Briefing

November Briefing

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily podcast!

This is the 9th episode of the 3rd season, which will take us through to the end of this year 2022.

This podcast contains all the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version (PLUS much much more), however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, quite as much. To find out more, go to missionsicily.com where you can follow, subscribe, and get involved.

So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not? It's free!

Nov 13, 202240:16
October Briefing

October Briefing

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily podcast!

This is the 8th episode of the 3rd season, which will take us through to the end of this year 2022.

This podcast contains all the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version (PLUS much much more), however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, quite as much. 

So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not?

Oct 15, 202240:15
September Supplemental

September Supplemental

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily podcast! 

This is the 7th episode of the 3rd season, which will take us all the way through to the end of this year 2022.

This episode contains supplemental information, a progress report of sorts, on the status of the mission. The fruit of the mission, as well as its health and vibrancy, are paramount to its longevity, and so giving it a fair shake once a year is part of what we do. 

Enjoy this episode!

Brian & Mission Sicily

Sep 15, 202235:10
August Briefing

August Briefing

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily podcast!

This is the 6th episode of the 3rd season, which will take us all the way through to the end of this year 2022.

This podcast contains all the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version (PLUS much much more), however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, quite as much. So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not?

Aug 15, 202229:60
July 2022 Newsletter
Jul 14, 202229:60
June 2022 Newsletter

June 2022 Newsletter

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily newsletter podcast!

This is the fourth episode of the third season, which will take us through the end of this year 2022.

This podcast contains all of the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version, however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, other than listening. So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not?

Maybe a podcast works for you because you're on your commute, trying to save time, or batching with your other podcasts, but don't forget to subscribe to and look for that monthly email, as it'll have pictures and links that you'll want to have access to so you can connect to this mission and to connect this mission to you.

Check us out online anytime at missionsicily.com or shoot us an email at missionsicily@gmail.com for more info!


May 30, 202216:07
April 2022 Newsletter

April 2022 Newsletter

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily newsletter podcast!

This is the third episode of this third season, which will take us through the end of this year, 2022.

This podcast contains all of the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version, however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, other than listening. So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not?

Maybe a podcast works for you because you're on your commute, trying to save time, or batching with your other podcasts, but don't forget to subscribe to and look for that monthly email, as it'll have pictures and links that you'll want to have access to so you can connect to this mission and to connect this mission to you.

Check us out online anytime at missionsicily.com or shoot us an email at missionsicily@gmail.com for more info!

Apr 15, 202217:25
March 2022 Newsletter

March 2022 Newsletter

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily newsletter podcast!

This is the second episode of this third season, which will take us through the end of this year, 2022.

This podcast contains all of the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version, however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, other than listening. So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not?

Maybe a podcast works for you because you're on your commute, trying to save time, or batching with your other podcasts, but don't forget to subscribe to and look for that monthly email, as it'll have pictures and links that you'll want to have access to so you can connect to this mission and to connect this mission to you.

Check us out online anytime at missionsicily.com or shoot us an email at missionsicily@gmail.com for more info!

Mar 15, 202218:45
February 2022 - Facebook LIVE with Stefano

February 2022 - Facebook LIVE with Stefano

Hey guys, welcome to the third season of this Mission Sicily podcast, and the first one of this year 2022. We are more than 6 months into the Mission Sicily reboot, and we are gaining momentum! 

In this episode, I sit down to talk again with friend and ministry partner Stefano Longo. We talk about what mission work is like here in Italy and Sicily, I know you'll find it interesting! We cover things like:

  • making a Disciple-Making Movement in Italy
  • collaboration and partnership, what that looks like
  • the challenges to ministry, missions, and missionaries here

Ciao!
Brian

Feb 17, 202244:51
October 2021 Newsletter

October 2021 Newsletter

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily newsletter podcast!

This is the fifth episode of this second season, which will take us through the end of this year, 2021.

This podcast contains all of the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version, however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, other than listening. So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not?

Maybe a podcast works for you because you're on your commute, trying to save time, or batching with your other podcasts, but don't forget to subscribe to and look for that monthly email, as it'll have pictures and links that you'll want to have access to so you can connect to this mission and to connect this mission to you.

Check us out online anytime at missionsicily.com or shoot us an email at missionsicily@gmail.com for more info!

Oct 21, 202114:46
Special Guest: Stefano Longo

Special Guest: Stefano Longo

A special edition of the show, since I recently had the chance to sit down and chat with a good friend and ministry partner, Stefano. We recorded this special edition at his home near Pinerolo (Torino), Italy.

Stefano is an Italian missionary to Italians, working hard up in the north to create a disciple-making movement among business people as well as the next generation of church leaders. His gifting is definitely that of an evangelist and a disciple-maker! He loves Jesus and wants to see others love Him (and become like Him) too. I think you'll find his heart for people and the gospel intoxicating (in a good way). We are thrilled to have him down here to Sicily in just a few weeks to help me and Gino teach and train our church to become better, more effective disciple-makers. 

Welcome to my friend and ministry parter Stefano, our very first guest on the Mission|Sicily podcast!

https://missionsicily.com


Oct 03, 202120:54
September 2021 Newsletter

September 2021 Newsletter

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily newsletter podcast!

This is the third episode of this second season, which will take us through the end of this year, 2021.

This podcast contains all of the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version, however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, other than listening. So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not?

Maybe a podcast works for you because you're on your commute, trying to save time, or batching with your other podcasts, but don't forget to subscribe to and look for that monthly email, as it'll have pictures and links that you'll want to have access to so you can connect to this mission and to connect this mission to you.

Check us out online anytime at missionsicily.com or shoot us an email at missionsicily@gmail.com for more info!

Sep 17, 202125:58
August 2021 Newsletter

August 2021 Newsletter

Hey folks, welcome to the Mission Sicily newsletter podcast!

This is our second episode in this second season, which will take us through the end of this year, 2021. 

This podcast contains all of the vital information that you'd want to get out of the digital-print version, however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, other than listening. So, if you're not signed up for the newsletter... why not? 

Maybe a podcast works for you because you're on your commute, trying to save time, or batching with your other podcasts, but don't forget to subscribe to and look for that monthly email, as it'll have pictures and links that you'll want to have access to so you can connect to this mission and to connect this mission to you.

Check us out online anytime at missionsicily.com or shoot us an email at missionsicily@gmail.com for more info!

Aug 15, 202117:38
July 2021 Newsletter

July 2021 Newsletter

Hey folks, welcome to the brand-new newsletter podcast for Mission Sicily!

This is our first episode in a new season that will take us through the end of this year, 2021. It contains all of the vital information that you'd want from the digital version, however, you won't be able to see the pictures, click the links or interact, other than listening. 

Maybe that works for you because you're on your commute, trying to save time, or batching with your other podcasts, but don't forget to subscribe to and look for that monthly email, as it'll have digital content to connect you to this mission and this mission to you. 

Check us out online anytime at www.missionsicily.com for more info!

Jul 14, 202114:12
The Real Italy, Part 5 (finale)

The Real Italy, Part 5 (finale)

Part of the Pray Informed Series on the Mission Sicily Podcast, The Real Italy seeks to demystify the popular American tourist destination in hopes of shedding light on the dark underbelly of the spiritual climate there. A huge need exists for prayer, for a true spiritual awakening, and for missionaries to be sent and supported, on what Time Magazine has called The Darkest Continent on the planet, spiritually speaking.

Jun 12, 202105:36
The Real Italy, Part 4

The Real Italy, Part 4

Part of the Pray Informed Series on the Mission Sicily Podcast, The Real Italy seeks to demystify the popular American tourist destination in hopes of shedding light on the dark underbelly of the spiritual climate there. A huge need exists for prayer, for a true spiritual awakening, and for missionaries to be sent and supported, on what Time Magazine has called The Darkest Continent on the planet, spiritually speaking.

Jun 09, 202105:48
The Real Italy, Part 3

The Real Italy, Part 3

Part of the Pray Informed Series on the Mission Sicily Podcast, The Real Italy seeks to demystify the popular American tourist destination in hopes of shedding light on the dark underbelly of the spiritual climate there. A huge need exists for prayer, for a true spiritual awakening, and for missionaries to be sent and supported, on what Time Magazine has called The Darkest Continent on the planet, spiritually speaking.

May 31, 202107:26
The Real Italy, Part 2

The Real Italy, Part 2

Part of the Pray Informed Series on the Mission Sicily Podcast, The Real Italy seeks to demystify the popular American tourist destination in hopes of shedding light on the dark underbelly of the spiritual climate there. A huge need exists for prayer, for a true spiritual awakening, and for missionaries to be sent and supported, on what Time Magazine has called The Darkest Continent on the planet, spiritually speaking.

May 12, 202107:11
The Real Italy, Part 1

The Real Italy, Part 1

Part of the Pray Informed Series on the Mission Sicily Podcast, The Real Italy seeks to demystify the popular American tourist destination in hopes of shedding light on the dark underbelly of the spiritual climate there. A huge need exists for prayer, for a true spiritual awakening, and for missionaries to be sent and supported, on what Time Magazine has called The Darkest Continent on the planet, spiritually speaking.

May 12, 202107:39
About Brian & Mission Sicily

About Brian & Mission Sicily

A short bio on Brian & Mission Sicily introduction

May 11, 202103:53