Global Influencers


An Influencer embraces a calling from God to enter into a global relationship leveraging their vocation or the unique capacity God has given them.

Influencers seek to influence change and welcome the transformation that occurs in their own cross-cultural discipleship as a result of their service.

Influencers travel annually, if possible and appropriate, and communicate consistently on a monthly basis with key individuals in the relationship.

Influencers draft goals for each trip, reporting on the results of those goals. They seek to be in relationship with the local Church in the context in which they serve.

Influencers think first of the indigenous peoples. They recruit others to travel with them if they are the right fit, and only after a season of learning and building relationship with the indigenous peoples.

Influencers seek to develop their own array of skills and capacities in order to make a greater contribution to the people that they have grown to love.

Influencers develop a circle of people to pray for and partner with them in their work. 

 The work of the Influencer is measured by the depth of sincere cross-cultural relationship formed, as well as specific accomplishments achieved together with them.

North Park Global Influencers


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Ron Burdock & Donna Ballantine

Uganda, Ethiopia &Thailand

Ron and Donna retired early in order to offer themselves to the Church around the world. As skilled business leaders, they bring a great deal of career experience which is of great need in underdeveloped countries.  They travel regularly to Uganda, Ethiopia, and Thailand to walk with national business and church leaders as a peer and as a coach. 

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Rod & Lou Sheil

Belize, Central America

Rod and Lou Sheil travel annually to Belize, connecting with families at Belmopan, Ladyville and Trinidad Village. They work with local leaders to bless and encourage by assisting with local initiatives.

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Kathie Cowie

Vietnam and Nepal, Asia

Kathie has been working in Vietnam for over 25 years, working with nurses in ICU to upgrade their skills

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