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3. I feel God is calling me to missionary nursing. What do I do next?

Continue to pray, read the Bible and meet with other Christians. Talk with your pastor or church leader about becoming a missionary.

Assess your strengths and desires as a person and professionally. E.g. Are you a city person who requires culture, activities, and physical amenities or are you a person who likes the country, outdoor activities, and can get by with the bare necessities? Do you function better in a team or do you like to be independent? God created you uniquely with gifts and abilities that are needed to partner with him in his work.

Explore mission opportunities that fit in with who you are and where you feel God is leading you. Is there a specific country or area of the world that excites you? Did a missionary presentation or book stimulate an interest? Has God given you a burden for a certain group of people? Gather information about these areas and talk to people who are involved. You may even want to make a visit to the area, meet the people, or participate in a short-term mission project.

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