SECURITY MOP in Asia January 2012 Rich Ramirez
Why discuss Security? “ … 15 When our enemies heard that we were aware of their plot and that God had frustrated it, we all returned to the wall, each to his own work. 16 From that day on, half of my men did the work, while the other half were equipped with spears, shields, bows and armor…“ Nehemiah 4:13-18
Commitment to Membership SEND International believes our members are our greatest resource. It is essential to provide an organizational structure and climate which: respects the dignity and worth of each person and family, encourages initiative, challenges individual capacities, and provides opportunity for the greatest development and use of each person’s God- given gift and call in fulfillment of our Mission.
Mission Statement SEND’s mission is to: mobilize God’s people engage the unreached establish reproducing churches
Our Values URGENCY DEPENDENCE SERVANTHOOD BELONGING INTEGRITY UNITY IN DIVERSITY
“I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.” Matthew 10:16
POLICY STATEMENT “Each member of SEND must view security as an individual responsibility, avoiding complete dependence on the SEND security program or a disregard for potential risks.” We must always remember, “the people of this world are more shrewd in dealing with their own kind than are the people of the light.” Luke 16:8 (b)
We must always remember, “the people of this world are more shrewd in dealing with their own kind than are the people of the light.” Luke 16:8 (b)
“So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!” 1 Corinthians 10:12
SECURITY CONCERNS o You o Spouse o Children o Teammates o Ministry o SEND
ESSENTIALS Inform your team/ministry leader & the IO Provide a means of communication Check websites: WHO ( CDC ( US State Department (
Practice good communications security Don’t name the city you will be working in; Don’t name missionaries you will be working with; Don’t name the province you will be working in; and Don’t use pictures from a team location without checking the background for signs that might identify your location.
ARRESTS & DETAINMENT Government Non-Government Hostage Negotiations Ransom Survival
“You will be secure, because there is hope; you will look about you and take your rest in safety.” Job 11:18
R.J. Ramirez