Two articles appeared before me recently on selecting a missionary or field to support. Both bring good ideas. The first is by a brother in the church; the second by a Christian Church woman. Choosing a Man by Dr. Earl Edwards, Freed-Hardeman University http://www.christiancourier.com/feature/choosingAMan.htm Should We Support This Missionary? (pdf format) by Judy Johnson http://christianstandard.com/pdfs/686.pdf The first is also appropriate for the prospective missionary to evaluate his personal qualities and need for preparation. Blessings, Randal http://RandalMatheny.com