Becoming a Partner

What exactly is a partner? A partner is one who works along side with another to accomplish a necessary and needed task. In the case of foreign mission work the task at hand is the fulfillment of the Great Commission, to make disciples of all nations. The way partnership works in foreign missions is that there are those who called to go and there are those who are called to support the going. By partnering with our ministry you are not simply sending money or praying for our ministry. You are part of making the work happen! You are part of fulfilling the Great Commission! Please examine below some of the ways you can partner with us in our.

Partners in Prayer

Prayer is our utmost need. John MacArthur says that, “The essence of prayer is talking to God as you would to a beloved parent. It is intimate and loving communication.” We need individuals who will partner with us and commit to enter into “intimate and loving communication” with our Heavenly Father on our behalf. The needs are abundant. We will need prayer as we seek to learn a new language and then communicate the gospel in that language. We will need prayer as we are separated from our friends and families back in the States. We will need prayer for our marriage…the list goes on.

Partners in Financial Support

We are passionate about taking the gospel to the peoples of Russia, and we are hoping and praying for individuals, families and churches who are passionate to see the gospel get there! In addition to prayers, financial support is also needed in order for the work to be carried out. In Acts we see the spread of the gospel occurring through the help and assistance of faithful believers. When our annual cost is broken down it takes about $150.00 per day for a family to carry out ministry in St. Petersburg. This means that an individual or family that partners to give as little as $12.50 per month annually supports a full day of ministry in Russia each year!

Minuteman Partners

Like oxygen masks on an airplane, everyone hopes that they never have to be used, but everyone definitely wants them there just in case. While we strive to plan, save and use our money wisely, missionaries living in a foreign country can occasionaly be faced with challenges that require financial assistance above and beyond what is foreseen. We are seeking individuals who are not only willing to support us with regular financial contributions but also who are willing to, if needed provide a one-time gift of $100.00 when called upon in a time of emergency. Our hope is to find at least 50 financial partners who would be willing to add this commitment.Monthly Expenses Breakdown

Salary $1,800.00
Housing $800.00
SS/Taxes $450.00
Retirement $250.00
Medical $300.00
InterAct Membership $425.00
Ministry Expenses $537.50

If you would like to support us please note the GIVE link at the top of our website or simply contact us via our email link in the side bar.


What is Siberian Grits?

Siberian Grits is the ministry of the Slawson family in Russia. We are currently living in the city of St. Petersburg, studying Russian language and culture, and working with a local congregation to reach out to this community through various means including ministry to disabled children and their families. If you are interested in finding out more about our ministry please visit the other pages on this site or email us.

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