Transition and Re-Entry

CrossCultural Workers

In addition to the e-book on “Coming Home”: The Reentry Transition Ron and Bonnie have also written a book called “Before You Come Home.” This book deals with preparing for the transition from one culture to another.

New Hope International Ministries

Written for people anticipating a return to their passport country several months in the future, this book helps them leave “right,” making it easier for them to enter “right.” Using the Exodus as a model, it gives them an overview of what is ahead so they will know what to expect and how to prepare for it.

CrossCultural Workers

As a part of facilitating their reentry retreats, Ron and Bonnie wrote a brief guide to the process of reentry. You can use this book as a part of debriefing in a group, as an aid when being debriefed by another person, or alone as a part of a self-debriefing

Go InterNational

Missionaries go through major transitions when they move from their passport cultures to their host cultures and when they return “home.” Of course, these transitions are discussed in this book; however, missionaries also go through transitions before they leave, while they are serving on the field and after they return. This book includes information about many of these transitions, including the final transition for all of us, the transition from earth to heaven.

CrossCultural Workers

Ron and Bonnie (an elementary teacher) wrote We’re Going Home (108 pages) for children ages 6-12 who are returning to their passport countries. Written at a third grade level, We’re Going Home includes the story of a family returning to its passport culture. Each chapter also has activities such as scrambled words, crossword puzzles, word searches, mazes, and codes. Ron also wrote I Don’t Want to Go Home (54 pages) as a companion volume for parents. Each chapter in the parent’s book has information about TCKs in the Bible, children’s TCK issues today, and suggestions to help children reenter well. Both books are included in each of the files to be downloaded below.

Sarita Hartz

Embark on a transformative journey with a free re-entry eBook, offering practical tools for global workers and expats navigating the challenges of returning home. Dive into a vivid portrayal of the disorienting transition and quest for a sense of home. Subscribe to access this comprehensive guide and share the link with fellow travelers. Discover a roadmap to resilience and healing for a smoother re-entry into the familiar yet changed landscape of home.

Rocky Re-Entry

A collection of favorite articles about the re-entry and transition experiences of missionaries, covering topics such as reverse culture shock, dealing with transition, the emotional journey of leaving the field, and insights from those in the midst of re-entry.

Oscar

Training and development resources, plus other related services, for those thinking about or going into retirement

The Culture Blend

The Culture Blend Blog offers insights and reflections for expats and anyone connected to the experience of living abroad, addressing a range of topics related to identity, transition, cultural differences, and the challenges and joys of navigating life in a global context.

WattsYourPathway

Explore the provided resources to learn more about debriefing, re-entry challenges, relocation, and articles offering guidance on successful repatriation for returning missionaries.

Mobile Member Care Team

These questions can be used as a guide for self-reflection or for a debriefer to help someone process their experiences in ministry at any significant transition point (e.g.,end of term, end of service, end of a significant project). It may be that not every question
applies so the person may pick and choose the questions that are most relevant for their situation.

Mobile Member Care Team

These questions can be used as a guide for self-reflection or for a debriefer to help someone process their experiences in ministry at any significant transition point (e.g., end of term, end of service, end of a significant project). It may be that not every question applies
so the person may pick and choose the questions that are most relevant for their situation.

Jim & Ruth Lauer

This communication game aims to facilitate conversations within families about their feelings and experiences during times of transition, such as furlough or relocation, offering a series of questions to prompt discussions and reflections among family members and encourage open dialogue about the challenges and changes they might face during the transition process.

Expat Exchange

If you’re moving overseas, a digital nomad, a repatriate, an expat or a retiree who enjoys international living, Expat Exchange is the place for you. Since 1997, they’ve supported millions of people as they explore the world and share the adventures and challenges of living abroad.