Preparing People and Aircraft for Mission Service Throughout the World
2011 Annual Inspection
Highlights of 2011
The year has found us expectantly waiting on the Lord to refine who we are as a ministry, and seeking how He will continue to use us in a changing world. Our desire is to stay relevant to the needs of missionaries, not to "change for change sake" but "change for His sake."
Our Board of Directors is working on developing an option to offer both Bible and Aviation courses online. A cross-section of coursework is now in the testing phase. All of Missionaire’s coursework will eventually be online, including Bible and Mission Prep, Flight Training syllabi (Private, Commercial, Instrument, Mountain ratings), and Maintenance Training syllabi, allowing students to log in and begin working through our curriculum at any time. Students will have the advantage of setting up a daily or monthly individualized plan of study, work at their own pace, and stay on task with their goals.
Not only will our own candidates be able to utilize the online option, but also candidates with other mission organizations. This is something we are really excited about, as it will provide increased learning opportunities for a wider audience of people planning to serve in missions.
More Highlights
Two Orientation Weeks introduced prospective trainees to our ministry and programs.
The Sky is the Limit Airport Tours introduced our local community to Missionaire and other aspects of what goes on at the Tompkinsville Airport.
Missionaire and Tompkinsville Aviation hosted the first annual Kentucky Airport Challenge in July, bringing in pilots from around the region.More Open Doors
Students learn the science of aviation with flight
simulators, direct classroom instruction, and by working in a controlled lab
experience at the Missionaire hangar. Students taking either class earn
science credit. Classes compete in state-wide Design-Build-Fly competitions,
designing components for remote-controlled airplanes. Last year our freshmen
students set a world record
with their unique design.
Our Missionaire staff volunteers their time to teach the classes and facilitate related activities. Why a high school program? Youth in this area, described as "the Buckle on the Bible Belt," have a strong church background – we hope to kindle the idea of mission service as a career to this upcoming generation. Another key benefit is the opportunity to serve our community, mentoring and discipling our local youth.
Position Openings
Looking for a way to serve the Lord? Consider helping others fulfill their calling to the mission field.
Board of Directors
We are always on the lookout for excited, committed people to help us lead this ministry. Contact us for requirements and guidelines.
Lead Shop Mechanic
A & P with strong leadership skills
Experience helpful
Desire to learn
Committed follower of Christ
Able to work in an interdenominational setting
Education and Technology Administrator
Strong IT background
Knowledge of web design
Coordinate online courses
Manage educational content
Communicate with facilitators
Our Missionaries
Jon Foote
, CEO and Lori Foote, Financial Secretary. In 2012, Jon and Lori will have served with Missionaire for 25 years.Allan Foote
, Management Assistant, with Charity, Ian, and Kaelyn, bless Mi
ssionaire with their gifts of encouragement and
hospitality. Besides helping lead the organization, Allan
is studying for
his A and P Mechanic licenses.
Brandon Grasmick, Media and Research Manager, uses his photography skills to chronicle Missionaire activities, and finds needed resources and information on the internet to help keep us operating.
Caleb Lang, Missionary in Training, began the Apprenticeship Program in January 2010, and hopes to begin flying again soon. Caleb has a desire to serve God wherever He leads.
Phil and EJ Blohm family, Missionaire graduates transitioning to Africa Inland Mission, will be in specialized training for one year preparing for assignment to Africa, the final step toward overseas service.
Wesley and Leighanna Foote
, Missionaire graduates, are in Colorado. Wesley continues to work in aviation and the couple hopes to serve overseas in the future.
Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men…
Colossians 3:23 (NAS)
Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before Him with joyful singing. Psalm 100:2 (NAS)
Financial Review
(as of 12/5/11) Thank you so much for praying, giving, and encouraging!2011 Income
Beginning Balance = 33,734
General Fund Support 22,126
Missionary and Project Support 42,018
Direct Public Grants 500
Flight Program ` 3,029
Special Events 2,920
Total Income 70,593
2011 Expenses
Administrative 7,923
Program 87,409
Marketing 898
Total Expenses 96,230
Each year our tax preparer audits our accounts and submits a report to the IRS by May 15th. A complete financial report may be obtained following that date by contacting lfoote@missionaire.org.
Be Involved!
Missionaire does NOT take a percentage of staff and student support for general operating expenses. If you would like to help with expenses such as utilities, computers, office supplies, airplane parts, text books, and printing expenses, consider giving to our General Fund. Or, partner with any of our missionaries by giving toward their personal financial support - contact us and we’ll get you started!
Donate monthly or give a one time gift. You can use PayPal, online banking, or write a check.
Hold a fundraiser like a yard sale, walk-a-thon, etc.
Become an Ambassador (contact us for more information)
Collect donations from a class or group.
Volunteer your time here at Missionaire.
Donate items we could use: copier, computer, aviation equipment, tools, even a vehicle or airplane.
Tithe to Missionaire off your tax return.
Missionaire International, P.O. Box 335 (661 Lyons Chapel Road, Suite B), Tompkinsville, KY 42167
www.missionaire.org
serve@missionaire.org
270-407-9816