Andrew Shaughnessy
Andrew Shaughnessy is a long-time word slinger who spent nearly six years as MTW’s staff writer, gathering and telling impact stories from missionaries across the globe. These days, he’s off working as an analyst and editor in the publishing industry, writing fiction, and mountaineering. He holds a B.A. in history and English literature from Covenant College, and an M.S. in political science from Portland State University.
The Natural Evolution of MTW’s Church Planting Philosophy
The Church must be at the center of what we do. It’s integrally intertwined with our vision, our mission, and our theology.
Karaoke Confessional: Missionary Finds an Unlikely Avenue for Ministry
For one MTW missionary, karaoke has provided surprising opportunities to speak the truth of the gospel into the lives of Japanese friends.
In a World of Growing International Mobilization, Andrew Lupton Serves the Displaced
Instead of "Where are the unreached people?" Andrew suggests we ask "Where are strategic intersections of the nations?" Then let's go there!
From COVID Relief to Growing Church Communities: Advancing the Gospel in South Asia
In 2020, a local pastor used Compassion Funds to distribute food during lockdowns and many came to faith. Here's what's happened since.
Stairway to Missions: Kirk Norris’ Journey From Intern to Career Missionary in Ukraine
Many become career missionaries via an incremental journey of discernment, beginning their journey as interns. Kirk Norris is one example.
Providing for His Family, Pursuing the Great Commission
Darrell MacKay's kingdom legacy is built around one central question: “What does God want me to do with what He has given me?”
Missionaries in West Africa Use Sustainable Farming Techniques to Love Their Neighbors and Further the Gospel
An agriculture development program is helping African Christians become food self-sufficient and have extra resources for kingdom work.
“Coincidence” Becomes Calling: Debbie Pixley’s Journey From Automotive Engineer to MTW Missionary
Debbie didn't plan on missions—or Japan—but God lined things up, one after another, to set Debbie on a path for His purposes.
More Than Drops in the Bucket: Loving Refugees in Greece
A little church in Greece is taking on the refugee crisis with the love of Christ.
7 Churches; 500 Congregants; 0 Pastors: Problems and Potential in Sierra Leone
A growing network of churches sounds like a dream. But there’s just one problem. The Presbyterian Church of Sierra Leone has no pastors.