Starting a business is one way to make a missional impact—but it’s not the only way. Another is through your role as a Disciple-Making Employee (DME): a global professional who takes a job you’re already trained to do, in a place where the gospel is rarely seen or heard. You go first to support yourself—and just as importantly, to live out your faith and make disciples within that community.

This path reflects the example of the apostle Paul. As he traveled from city to city proclaiming the gospel, he worked as a tentmaker to meet his needs—while building relationships, making disciples, and planting churches.

Some DMEs also enroll in local university programs. Whether you’re working or studying, your presence gives you authentic access to the community—and it gives the community authentic access to a Christ-follower. By living as a neighbor, a coworker, a student, you’re choosing to be a faithful ambassador of Christ in a place where He is not yet known.

How MDE Supports You

• Cross-Cultural Resources
  Practical tools for success—language help, cultural insight, and support for your whole family.
• Ongoing Mentoring
  One-on-one support, accountability, and encouragement to keep you focused and grounded in your mission.
• Missional Development
  Coaching to align your passions, profession, and place with a plan that helps you make disciples.
• Community Connections
  We introduce you to trusted networks of disciple-makers and church planters already present in your region.