FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We know we haven’t thought of everything, but here’s a list of things we’re often asked.
If you still don’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us!
The GoJournal Team
FAQ Contents
Vision
Why did you develop the GoJournal System?
Getting Access
How can I order copies of the JourneyBook, the Leader Guide, or the Mentor Guide?
Can I see a sample version of the JourneyBook?
Pricing
How much does the JourneyBook cost?
How much is shipping?
Do you offer pricing discounts?
What is a Partner Agency?
Will you connect me automatically to a Partner Agency?
Training
Do you provide training on how to use the JourneyBook?
Security and Privacy
Why do you require my e-mail address?
Will you have access to my personal reflections? What will you do with it?
Partner Agencies
Who are the GoJournal Partner Agencies?
Vision
Why did you develop the GoJournal System?
We believe that Christ is coming again and that He’s called His followers to help advance His Kingdom, including making disciples among all the nations.
We believe that Short-Term Missions, when done well, can be very helpful in sharing the Good News of the Gospel.
We’ve observed that hundreds of thousands (that is not an exaggeration!) of Short-term workers participate in initiatives around the world every year, hoping to make a difference. We’ve also seen that the lasting effect on their own lives upon return is often limited.
We have set out to encourage reflection and discipleship through Short Term Missions. In discussions with pastors and youth pastors, former short-term missions workers, as well as mission workers overseas, we came up with a tool for churches and short term teams that is simple, flexible, and will help to bring about lasting impact in short term mission workers.
We created a personal reflection guide (the Journey Book), a manual to help use it well (Team Leader Guide), and a special guide for building connections in your home church (Mentor Guide).
When we assemble it all together, we call it the GoJournal!
Getting Access
How can I order copies of the Journey Book, the Leader Guide, or the Mentor Guide?
Order the Journey Book and Leader Guide and download the mentor guide here.
Can I see a sample version of the JourneyBook?
The Journey Book Sampler is available as a FREE PDF upon request. Order your copy here.
Pricing
How much does the JourneyBook cost?
The JourneyBook is $19 per copy.
The Leader Guide is $8 per copy.
How much is shipping?
Shipping costs vary depending on your order. When you are on the checkout page, you will see a button to “calculate shipping” where you can estimate the costs and shipping options for your order. we will use the most efficient means to get your GoJournal(s) to you. After you submit your order, a GoJournal Team member will contact you to confirm the order. Shipping cost information will be provided at that time.
Do you offer pricing discounts?
We sure do! There are Partner Agency discounts for churches who currently support mission workers from our Partner Agencies. (Sorry, discount does not apply to shipping costs.)
What is a Partner Agency?
A Partner Agency is one of six (6) partner organizations that have helped to develop and/or share the news about the GoJournal. If your church currently supports a mission worker or project of one of these six agencies, you will be eligible for the Partner Agency Discount (20%). Use the coupon code PARTNERORG at checkout to apply the discount to your order.
To see a list of our Partner Agencies, click here.
Will you connect me automatically to a Partner Agency?
If you indicate a Partner Agency connection, we will share your e-mail address with that Agency so they can connect more personally.
Training
Do you provide training on how to use the JourneyBook?
The Journey Book and Leader Guide are designed to be easy-to-use. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Security and Privacy
Why do you require my e-mail address?
We will contact you using your email address to provide updates on your order shipment. If you opt in to emails from the Global Missions Toolbox, you will receive our weekly newsletter with missions resources that we hope will be helpful to you and your church.
Will you have access to my personal reflections? What will you do with it?
Your personal reflections are your own. No one else (including the GoJournal team) has direct access to any of your personal notes and reflections.
While we encourage the clear and courageous discussion of your experience with others, your material is completely safe, and you make the decision as to when and with whom you share it. (We think that’s what a personal journal should be!)
Partner Agencies
Who are the GoJournal Partner Agencies?
We want to thank our Partner Agencies who have taken a step of faith to help develop and distribute the GoJournal. If your church or group already supports a mission worker or project of one or more of these agencies, you’re eligible for the Supporter Discount of 20%. (Sorry, discount does not apply to shipping costs.)
In Canada:
SEND International of Canada
TEAM of Canada
Canadian South America Mission
Crossworld Canada
Christar Canada
Ethnos360 Canada
In the United States:
SEND International USA
TEAM International
South America Mission
Crossworld USA
Christar USA
Ethnos360