Collaborative Missional Leadership

The Art of Working Together in God's Mission

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"In today’s globally connected and culturally diverse world, collaboration in God’s mission is no longer optional – it is essential. Churches, mission agencies, and Christian organizations increasingly recognize that working together enhances their collective witness, makes better use of resources, and reflects the very nature of the triune God. Yet genuine collaboration remains challenging. Too often, efforts to partner have stalled due to mistrust, misunderstandings, or imbalanced power dynamics. In response, this book argues that collaboration can become a Spirit-led endeavour that reflects God’s Kingdom values when the endeavour is guided by Scripture, theology, and missiology, and is informed by history and practical case studies.

Concrete examples illustrate the need for collaboration, showing how no single organization can address the complexities of global mission alone. Understanding these terms – and why they matter – lays the groundwork for healthier, more fruitful alliances.

This resource equips missional practitioners to build partnerships that transcend mere transactions. Instead, it shows how collaboration can be an intentional, relational practice grounded in trust, cultural intelligence, and mutual respect. As we will see, different terms like ‘collaboration’ and ‘partnership’ carry distinct nuances, and clarifying them from the outset helps avoid confusion and establishes a shared language."

Taken from the Introduction to Collaborative Missional Leadership.

About the Author

Kirk J Franklin (PhD, University of Pretoria) is a researcher, author, and speaker about leading in God’s global mission. He is married to Christine, and they have been members of Wycliffe Bible Translators for over 40 years. They live in Melbourne, Australia.