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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.

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Andrew Shaughnessy 23 JUN 20

COVID-19, the Big Apple, and Loving Our Neighbor

When the pandemic froze New York City in its tracks, an MTW missionary couple leapt into action.

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Andrew Shaughnessy 09 JUN 20

MTW Compassion Funds Feed the Starving During Global Pandemic

As quarantines continue, people are beginning to starve. MTW missionaries, acting as the hands and feet of Christ, are responding.

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Andrew Shaughnessy 02 JUN 20

The Accidental Relief Program: COVID-19 in Honduras

In Honduras, the lockdown was total and immediate. MTW missionaries immediately thought of their neighbors who would need groceries—fast.

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Andrew Shaughnessy 26 MAY 20

And to the Ends of the Earth

When a remote jungle community needed the gospel, nothing could stand in Tony Elswick's way. Not even quicksand.

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Andrew Shaughnessy 19 MAY 20

Haiti’s Political Chaos Disrupts a Fruitful Ministry

Even before COVID-19, unprecedented challenges of political turmoil disrupted ministry efforts in Haiti. But God remains at work.

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Andrew Shaughnessy 12 MAY 20

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.

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Andrew Shaughnessy 10 MAR 20

Haitian Children Entrenched in Voodoo Encounter Christ

When five siblings steeped in Voodoo began to consider the generosity of their Christian school, they encountered the generosity of Christ.

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Andrew Shaughnessy 25 FEB 20

A Foundation of Friendship: Short-Term Mission Teams Build Bridges in Canada’s First Nations Reserves

In a context of cultural richness and spiritual poverty, laborers are working to ensure that the light of Christ is seen and truth heard.

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Andrew Shaughnessy 31 DEC 19

Just Do It: Fran & Kay Williams’ Lifelong Stewardship Journey

Over the years, we’ve heard so many stories that make you think, ‘Wow, what a huge impact a small amount of money can have!’”

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Andrew Shaughnessy 17 DEC 19

Kicked Out: Our Plan “B” was His Plan “A”

Facing persecution and kicked out of their country of service, MTW missionaries in the Middle East stand strong.

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