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# Navigators International Student Ministry

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- [Hello world!](https://navigatorsism.org/2025/10/31/hello-world/) - Welcome to Navigators MultiSite Sites. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing!

## Pages

- [Homepage](https://navigatorsism.org/) - Reaching the world through a few Helping international students meet Jesus and love Him, resulting in spiritual generations of disciples around the world. Connect Ministering inALL AREAS OF LIFE We bring the love of Jesus to international students by caring for their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Learn More PHYSICALWelcoming international students by helping them
- [Get Involved](https://navigatorsism.org/get-involved/) - GETINVOLVED GET INVOLVED! Find an International Student Ministry near you: Volunteer Last NameEmail Δ
- [Network Resources](https://navigatorsism.org/network-resources/) - NETWORKRESOURCES East Asia Network 10 Tips for Reaching Chinese Students Download An Introduction to the Mainland Chinese Soul Download Reaching Across Cultures Download Focus Network Any-3 Download Differences Between Salvation in the Qur'an and the Bible Download Grant Me One Muslim Friend Download Guide Muslims to the Bible Download Proposed Focus Ministry Training for ISM
- [About Us](https://navigatorsism.org/about-us/) - ABOUT US Reaching the Whole World Through a Few Our Mission:We help international students meet Jesus and love Him, resulting in spiritual generations of disciples around the world.Our Vision:To come alongside students from places where the gospel is hardly known, introducing them to Jesus. Teaching and equipping these new believers so that when they return
- [General Resources](https://navigatorsism.org/general-resources/) - GeneralRESOURCES Training VIEW RESOURCE » Books VIEW RESOURCE » Bible Studies VIEW RESOURCE » Understanding Cultures VIEW RESOURCE »
- [Japan Resources](https://navigatorsism.org/japan-resources/) - JAPANNETWORKRESOURCES Bible Resources View Resources » Prayer View Resources » Movies and Videos View Resources » For Parents and Kids View Resources » Students Returning Home View Resources » Bible Studies View Resources » Understanding Culture View Resources »
- [All Resources](https://navigatorsism.org/all-resources/) - Resources General Resources Some of our favorite resources for those ministering to international students. View Resources Japan Network Resources Books, videos, Bible studies, and more for those ministering to Japanese. Resources in both Japanese and English. View Resources ISM Staff Resources If you are on staff, these resources are available to you. If you do not know the password, please email: ISMinfo@navigators.org
- [Contact Us](https://navigatorsism.org/contact-us/) - CONTACT US WE WOULD LOVE TO CONNECT WITH YOU! NameEmail Message Δ
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- [ISM EDGE Year One Staff Training](https://navigatorsism.org/ism-edge-year-one-staff-training/) - ISM EDGE Year One Staff Training Read through the entire Bible chronologically over the next two years. Bible Project summaries. All Edgers must complete Core modules. Only Edgers co-located with collegiate Edge for 2022/2023 are exempt for this year. Recommendation is to complete the Core training during the first year. Core can be supplemented with corresponding Edge
- [ISM EDGE Year Two Staff Training](https://navigatorsism.org/ism-edge-year-two-staff-training/) - ISM EDGE Year Two Staff Training Edge Training Plan Year 2 Finish chronological Bible reading started in year 1. Bible project summaries. Month Core Bible Study Related Book Other August Discipling OurGeneration – Version 1 and Version 2 Evangelism in a Skeptical World by Sam Chan (10 Chapters) September Intro to Japanese worldview, Click here to sign
- [Staff in Training Year One](https://navigatorsism.org/staff-in-training-year-one/) - Staff in Training Year One Curriculum dependent on whether prior ISM Edge, Collegiate Edge, previous experience as Nav staff in another mission or from outside The Navigators. Trainer will need to evaluate and modify what input is most needed from the ISM Edge curriculum plus added SiT training. Recommendation is to complete Core training during the first
- [Staff in Training Year Two](https://navigatorsism.org/staff-in-training-year-two/) - Staff in Training Year Two Curriculum dependent on whether prior ISM Edge, Collegiate Edge, previous experience as Nav staff in another mission or from outside The Navigators. Trainer will need to evaluate and modify what input is most needed from the ISM Edge curriculum plus added SiT training. Month Core Bible Study Related Book Other
- [Staff Training General Resources](https://navigatorsism.org/staff-training-general-resources/) - GENERALResources 4 Keys to Hnor Shame Evangelism Download Bible Interpretation Download Calling Study Download Core Lies Booklet Download EveryInternational Leaders Guide to Getting Started in International Ministry Download Honor Shame Bible Study Overview Download How to Prepare and Lead an International Bible Study Download HTTV Resource List Download One Gospel for All Nations Download Navigating
- [Staff Training Resources](https://navigatorsism.org/staff-training-resources/) - STaffTrainingResources Core 101: Abiding Christ the Center Download Prayer 2021 Download Core 201: Word Acts Lessons 1-15 Download Bible Interpretation Workshop Download The Bible Metanarrative Download God's Word Download How to Prepare and Lead an International Bible Study Download Inspiration of Scripture Download Honor-Shame Bible Study Bierma Download The Parables for Cross Cultural Ministry Download
- [Supplemental Resources](https://navigatorsism.org/supplemental-resources/) - Supplemental Resources 6 Critical Factors Composite10 Tips for Reaching the ChineseHow to Prepare and Lead an International Bible StudyCultural Core of HinduismMaking Authentic Relationships GrowIntroduction to the Mainland Chinese SoulProposed Focus Ministry Training for ISM Edge and SiTStarting International Small Groups The Navigators ISM Literature ReviewThe Reason for God by Tim KellerEmotionally Healthy Spirituality: It’s Impossible to
- [Volunteers](https://navigatorsism.org/volunteers/) - Volunteer Whether you’re looking to get involved with international student ministry for the first time or you’ve been volunteering for a while, let us help you on your journey! Free Course Are you interested in welcoming international students in Jesus’ name but don’t know where to start? Have you been volunteering but would like some

## Resources

- [Understanding Cultures ](https://navigatorsism.org/resources/understanding-cultures/) - The 3D Gospel – A concise, practical book explaining the world's three primary culture types and how the gospel addresses guilt, shame, and fear. Foreign to Familiar – A entertaining guide to understanding hot- and cold-climate cultures. A must-read for anyone interacting with different cultures. Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes – What was clear to
- [Bible Studies  ](https://navigatorsism.org/resources/bible-studies/) - God Story App – A simple, step-by-step guide to studying the Bible with your truth-seeking friends. God’s Plan for the Nations – A study designed to introduce the Bible and explore fundamental questions of faith for those new to Christianity. Grasping God’s Word - A collection of approachable Bible study methods suitable for beginners, yet
- [Training](https://navigatorsism.org/resources/training/) - EveryInternational – Free, self-guided training and development for those ministering to international students. 4 keys to honor shame evangelism: This article shows how to more effectively share the gospel with people from an honor/shame culture. How to Lead and Prepare International Bible Study: This is just what the title says! Calling Study: This study will
- [Books](https://navigatorsism.org/resources/books/) - Books Email Number of Books Δ

## Japan Resources

- [Understanding Culture](https://navigatorsism.org/japan_resources/cultural-aspects/) - Shame in Japanese Women - Minako Wilkinson explores shame in Japanese culture, specifically its effects on Japanese women. Helpful for understanding the “guilt vs. shame" cultural paradigms. Prayer Guide for Japan - Prayer guide offering cultural background on Japan, personal stories, and specific ways you can pray. Sharing the Good News with the Japanese -
- [Bible Studies ](https://navigatorsism.org/japan_resources/bible-studies/) - Bilingual Bible Discussions in English and Japanese – A collection of several Bible discussion resources, including a leader's guide, aimed at Japanese non-believers. Available in both English and Japanese. Foundations for Faith in English and Japanese – Four short Bible studies on the basics of Christianity aimed at non-Christians or those new to the faith.
- [Students Returning Home](https://navigatorsism.org/japan_resources/students-returning-home/) - Returnee Workbook by JCFN – Helpful resource to prepare students for navigating work, family, and culture as they return to Japan. Japanese Christian Fellowship Network – Network that connects, encourages, and equips Japanese Christians all over the world. Reaching Japanese for Christ Network and Facebook Group – Network that connects, encourages, and equips those who
- [Prayer](https://navigatorsism.org/japan_resources/prayer/) - Hearing God's Voice – A guide in Japanese to listening prayer and learning to hear God’s voice. Praying the Names and Attributes of God – A classic Navigator resource for understanding God’s nature more deeply, translated into Japanese.
- [Bible Resources](https://navigatorsism.org/japan_resources/bible-resources/) - Japanese Contemporary Bible – Called the Living Bible in Japan, this is an easily understood paraphrase in everyday language for those new to reading the Bible. Available for free on the YouVersion app. Drama Bible Japan – Free Japanese audio Bible, dramatized with the voices of well-known Japanese actors and actresses. Shinkaiyaku Bible – The
- [Movies and Videos ](https://navigatorsism.org/japan_resources/movies-and-videos/) - Departures: A comical yet poignant movie exploring death, the dignity of one who’s passed, and the meaning of life. Great as an ice breaker to meaningful conversations. Available for rent/purchase on YouTube. GTAC (Gospel Through a Click): Videos to reach and engage the unreached. Topics include life’s purpose, identity, essence of love, and much more.
- [For Parents and Kids ](https://navigatorsism.org/japan_resources/for-parents-and-kids/) - Discovering the Joy of Parenting – A bilingual text by Barbara Bauman, who has ministered to many Japanese mothers, about applying Biblical principles to parenting. Non-believers may also find it helpful, as it contains practical advice. Parenting Podcast – 6-part bilingual seminar by Aiko Holland on biblical parenting, originally given at New Hope Narimasu church.