Mission-Minded Families with Ann Dunagan

Be Encouraged for God’s purposes — in Biblical truth, Happy Habits, and Gospel Impact with Ann Dunagan, Mom of 7, author, global advocate, and mission leader with Harvest Ministry

Q2 - Vision for Our Happy Planner & HappyApp 04/11/2026

Q2 - Vision for Our Happy Planner & HappyApp In today's episode, Ann Dunagan introduces two new mentoring tools, for personal and group discipleship and mobilization with Mission-Minded Women: First is My Mission-Minded Happy Planner, a fun whimsically illustrated life-planning guide and prayer journal, designed to help Christian women and teenage girls to live every day for the glory of God, in every area of ife, spirit, soul, and body. The Happy Planner is available in an updated 10-Week version. Secondly, The Mission-Minded HappyApp (or simply "HappyApp") is a life-planning tool for personal growth, designed to coordinate with the Happy Planner. The HappyApp includes daily encouragement, personal development training (for every area of our life), goal-setting tools and tracking, and a community feature. Link to the 10-Week Happy Planner on Amazon HappyApp for Christian Women https://happyapp/passion.io /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40813155

Q&A: What about EASTER? 03/30/2026

Q&A: What about EASTER? In today's episode, we're looking at the celebration and holiday of Easter, or Resurrection Sunday. Is it okay to decorate Easter Eggs or to take kids to an Easter Egg hunt? How can we teach our children about the true meaning of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ? And at this time of the year, how can we redeem culture to share the Gospel with people who need God's salvation? What are fun ideas to impact your community for Jesus during this Easter season. Follow our Good Friday / Easter Series: Recommended movie about the Ressurection: /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40538180

Q&A: What about GOOD FRIDAY? 03/27/2026

Q&A: What about GOOD FRIDAY? In today's episode, we're looking at why this day when we remember Christ's death on the CROSS is called "Good" Friday. What is the importance of Good Friday and what are some ideas to teach our children about the death of Jesus on the Cross? Good Friday series: FREE book - /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40538080

Q&A: What about the PASSOVER? 03/26/2026

Q&A: What about the PASSOVER? In today's quick question, you'll learn about the beautiful Jewish holiday of the Passover, and all the symbolism that points to JESUS, along with fun ideas to teach your children about how the Passover teaches us about God's salvation and how Jesus is our Messiah and Passover Lamb. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40538020

Q&A: What about the BLOOD of JESUS? 03/25/2026

Q&A: What about the BLOOD of JESUS? In this full-length episode (27-minutes), we're sharing about what we believe as Christians, and why the Cross and the Blood of Jesus is so important. For more, see THE SCARLET CORD: Nothing but the Blood of Jesus, by Jon & Ann Dunagan. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40537960

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("B" for BUDDHIST) 03/24/2026

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("B" for BUDDHIST) How do we teach our kids and teenagers about what other religions believe? In this mini-episode, Ann Dunagan shares a brief (9-minute) introduction to Buddhism, from a Christian worldview. Here is (by Ann Dunagan) with several pages about understanding Buddhism and explaining this religious belief to young people, from a Christian mission-minded perspective. Check The Voice of the Martyrs at for many stories of people who have surrendered to Jesus from a Buddhist upbringing, who are now willing to suffer and be persecuted and even to die for their faith in Jesus. Here's our wonderful national missionary friend in Asia, Haran, (who is also a NETS minister with Harvest Ministry) who preaches the Gospel to people from the Buddhist faith, , with many inspiring stories. Crosswalk.com -- And also, two good books are: So What's the Difference? By Fritz Ridenour Jesus in a New Age, Dalai Lama World (Defending and Sharing Christ with Buddhists), By M. Tsering /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40521515

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("M" for MUSLIM) 03/23/2026

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("M" for MUSLIM) In this 7-minute episode, Ann shares a (very) brief introduction to Islam, how to pray and how to share the Gospel, from a biblical Christian worldview. This is a part of a series about global religions. How do we teach our children and teenagers about what other religions believe? Here is (by Ann Dunagan) which includes several pages about understanding Islam and explaining this religious belief to young people, from a Christian mission-minded perspective. Check The Voice of the Martyrs at for many stories of people who have surrendered to Jesus from a Muslim upbringing, who are now willing to suffer and be persecuted and even to die for their faith in Jesus. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40521470

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("U" for UPG'S) 03/20/2026

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("U" for UPG'S) THUMB -- U stands for "Unreligious" and also, the "Unreached." In today's podcast Q&A, we're going to focus on UPG's (an abbreviation for a mission term for "Unreached People Groups). What about people who have never heard the Gospel? This week, we're focusing on religions of the world, understanding how to pray and to share rthe Gospel (very briefly) from a Biblical and mission-minded perspective. In today's Quick Question, Ann answers, "Why should we care for the UNREACHED?" /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40537800

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("H" for HINDU) 03/19/2026

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("H" for HINDU) How do we teach our kids and teenagers about what other religions believe? In this 7-minute episode, Ann shares a (very) brief introduction to Hinduism, from a Christian worldview. Here is (by Ann Dunagan) which includes several pages about understanding Hinduism and explaining this religious belief to young people, from a Christian mission-minded perspective. Check The Voice of the Martyrs at for many stories of people who have surrendered to Jesus from a Hindu upbringing, who are now willing to suffer and be persecuted and even to die for their faith in Jesus. Here's our wonderful national missionary friend in Asia, Haran, (who is also a NETS minister with Harvest Ministry) who preaches the Gospel to people from the Hindu faith, , with many inspiring stories. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40521500

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("T" for TRIBAL) 03/18/2026

Q&A: What is "T.H.U.M.B."? ("T" for TRIBAL) In today's quick question, we're starting a new series about global religions, shared from a Christian mission-minded worldview. How do we teach our children and teenagers about what other religions believe? In this mini-episode, Ann Dunagan shares an introduction about Tribal Religions beliefs (also known as "Animism"). Here is (by Ann Dunagan) which includes several pages about Tribal/Animism and explaining this religious belief to young people,from a biblical perspective. Included are basic beliefs, how to pray for people from remote tribal religions, and encouraging spiritual caution and prayer when learning about ancient religions -- introduced through popular family movies (such as Pocahontas, Moana, Avatar, or The Lion King), or in historical displays honoring ancient cultures and native religious practices. Recommended mission books: Eternity in their Hearts by Don Richardson Peace Child, by Don Richardson Bruchko, by Bruce Olsen /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40521445

Kid's Missionary Class: ST. PATRICK 03/05/2026

Kid's Missionary Class: ST. PATRICK During March, people all over the world celebrate St. Patrick's Day, with green decorations, shamrocks, rainbows, leprechans, and a focus on the nation of Ireland. But do you know the REAL story of Patrick, who was a missionary to Ireland? Come listen, and then, take the St. Patrick's Day Misson Challenge: http://missionmindedfamilies.org/stpatrick /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40307445

Quick Q&A: Why Pray for Missions? 02/26/2026

Quick Q&A: Why Pray for Missions? As Mission-Minded Families, why is it important to PRAY for mission needs around the world? How can we pray for missions and how can we encourage our kids to pray for needs, both locally and globally, beyond our own home? /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40199375

Quick Q&A: Why Give? 02/25/2026

Quick Q&A: Why Give? Jim Elliot said, "He is no fool who gives what He cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose." In today's Quick Question, Ann brings a challenge about giving with SACRIFICE. Recommended resources include Foxes Book of Martyrs, The Voice of the Martyrs, and Jesus Freaks, and Bible focus is Luke 18:22-23. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40199310

Quick Q&A: Why Go? 02/24/2026

Quick Q&A: Why Go? As Mission-Minded Families, why do we GO to other places around the world when there are so many needs right here in our own area? /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40199215

Quick Q&A: Why Forgive? 02/23/2026

Quick Q&A: Why Forgive? Today's Quick Question focuses on forgiveness. How can we forgive and why is it important? /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40199160

Quick Q&A: What is "Rock Solid"? 02/20/2026

Quick Q&A: What is "Rock Solid"? In this Quick Question mini-episode, Ann shares about ROCK SOLID, an online discipleship training course, especially for families (or small groups and churches) with youth or older children. The training includes 12 weeks of some Big-Basics in Christianity, with PDF worksheets and optional videos. All are completely free and available at http://missionmindedfamilies.org/rock-solid. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40033095

Quick Q&A: What is the "Wordless Book"? 02/19/2026

Quick Q&A: What is the "Wordless Book"? In this Quick Question series, our focus is introducing your family to simple Gospel-sharing tools (along with some wonderful global-impacting ministries). Today, our focus is the Wordless Book, a simple tool (using the colors: black, red, white, gold, and green) to share the Gospel. Included in this episode is an introduction to the worldwide ministry of Child Evangelism Fellowship, reaching children all over the globe. My favorite way to share the Gospel with colors is the Good News Globe from CEF and CRU. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40033090

Quick Q&A: What is the "Jesus Film"? 02/18/2026

Quick Q&A: What is the "Jesus Film"? We're in a Quick Question series, introducing your family to Gospel-sharing tools (along with some wonderful global-impacting ministries). Today, our focus is introducing you to the JESUS Film, the story of Jesus, now available in over 1600 languages, along with a new JESUS Film App, that you can download on your phone. JesusFilm.org /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40033085

Quick Q&A: What is the "EvangeCube"? 02/17/2026

Quick Q&A: What is the "EvangeCube"? This week, our Quick Question focus is introducing your family to some simple Gospel-sharing tools (along with some wonderful global-impacting ministries). Today, our focus is introducing you to the EvangeCube, a simple tool which shows pictures to help share the message of the Gospel. Online at e3Resources.com. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40033080

Quick Q&A: Why Care for the Unborn? 02/13/2026

Quick Q&A: Why Care for the Unborn? In today's QUICK QUESTION with Mission-Minded Families, we're looking at the UNBORN and ProLife needs. What does the Bible teach us about life in the womb, and how can we teach our children to value the life of the unborn, both locally and globally? /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40033030

Quick Q&A: Why Care for UPG's? 02/12/2026

Quick Q&A: Why Care for UPG's? In today's QUICK QUESTION with Mission-Minded Families, we're looking at Unreached People Groups (also known as UPG's). What is a "UPG" and why is it important to learn and to pray for people who have never yet heard of Jesus? /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40032995

Quick Q&A: Why Care for the Poor? 02/11/2026

Quick Q&A: Why Care for the Poor? In today's QUICK QUESTION with Mission-Minded Families, we're looking at what the Bible says about the importance of caring for the poor. How can we care more as a family and how can we encourage our children to care for people in need, both locally and globally? /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40033010

Kid's Missionary Class: St. Valentine 02/10/2026

Kid's Missionary Class: St. Valentine Take the St. Valentine's Day MISSION CHALLENGE. Learn with your kids about the real "St. Valentine" (or "Valentinus") a Christian leader in the third century who deeply loved Jesus, demontrated courageous faith (in the midst of hardship, persecution, and even death), and defended God's view of marriage. You can download our 10-page MISSION PACK, with St. Valentine's Day coloring pages, Bible verse Valentine's Day cards, Bible Questions, links to a St. Valentine history video and a read-aloud of a children's book, Valentine, by The Voice of the Martyrs. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40049805

Quick Q&A: Why Care for Orphans? 02/10/2026

Quick Q&A: Why Care for Orphans? In today's QUICK QUESTION with Mission-Minded Families, we're looking at ORPHAN children. What does the Bible teach us about the importance of caring for orphaned and vulnerable children and as a family, how can we encourage our childrent to care and to pray for orphans? /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40033050

Kids Missionary Class: George Müller 02/05/2026

Kids Missionary Class: George Müller Learn about the HAPPY PREACHER!!! During the 1800s, missionary George Müller cared for thousands of orphan children in Bristol, England, praying and believing God for continual and amazing provision, without ever asking for money. Müller also traveled over 200,000 miles (by ship) all across the globe, sharing the Good News of Jesus and encouraging Christians for world missions and living a life of prayer and faith, all while maintaining a joyful example of ministry and family balance. For the free 10-page missionary pack (with easy links to fun kids cartoons and learning tools) -- take the "George Müller Mission Challenge" go to /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/40001630

Family Priorities for God's Great Commission 01/23/2026

Family Priorities for God's Great Commission As a family, what priorities are most important? What does the phrase, "Great Commission" actually mean, and what are some resources at Mission-Minded Families for helping Christian parents to focus on this? Ann Dunagan answers this in a quick Q & A. Happy Habits for Moms, with Mission-Minded Life-Planning Thoughts about Goal-setting and Experiments. What is the Great Commission At Mission-Minded Families, we have books (for parents and children), online training courses, live events, and more, for helping your family for the Gospel, God's Word, and God's Great Commission. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/39856430

Let's Seek God for 2026 (with FREE Prayer Guide) 12/30/2025

Let's Seek God for 2026 (with FREE Prayer Guide) This episode focuses on seeking God (as we look back and look forward) for His plans and purposes for the new year, with a focus on prayer from a mission-minded perspective. Focus your life for God's Purposes! At Mission-Minded Families, we want to help you to live everyday, 24/7, for eternity and God’s glory. This Prayer Guide will help you to review this past year as you look forward to the next year, prayerfully considering your personal, family, ministry and mission priorities. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/39565935

God's Compassion (Part 3) - LIVE from East Africa 12/16/2025

God's Compassion (Part 3) - LIVE from East Africa This episode focusses on compassion for the poor and the orphans, with personal examples of how God began to stir these needs in my heart in a very personal way. As Christian women, how can we stop, take time to "see" specific needs, and allow God to stir our hearts with His compassion. Let's take ACTION and seek God for how we can help. This was recorded LIVE from Uganda, East Africa, at an outdoor village conference for national pastors and evangelists (with a translator interpreting). God wants us to look at the eyes of the orphan children, to “visit” the orphans, to care. Encouragement for the village pastors who are caring for orphan children. If the need to help orphan children seems too big, we need to look into the eyes of one children, then beyond the need to our BIG GOD. If we feel God's compassion stirring in our hearts, let's seek Him for courage and creativity to take action. Learn more about , , and . /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/39427325

Kid's Missionary Class: Corrie ten Boom 12/11/2025

Kid's Missionary Class: Corrie ten Boom Today, we're learning about one of my favorite missionary heroes: Corrie ten Boom, who is known for her courage, forgivenss, and sharing God's love, through The Hiding Place. She and her family rescued Jewish people during World War II in the Netherlands, despite tremendous danger). Highlights from the Corrie ten Boom story Quotes by Corrie ten Boom Prayer for the Jewish people and Israel (from Window on the World) Click here for the and all the links /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/39373225

God's Compassion (Part 2) - LIVE from East Africa 12/09/2025

God's Compassion (Part 2) - LIVE from East Africa This episode focusses on The Good Samaritan and the biblical example from Acts 3, about Peter and John going to the temple and the lame man begging for help. How can we stop, take time to "see" specific needs, and allow God to stir our hearts with His compassion. Let's take ACTION and seek God for how we can help. We also discuss the difference between manipulation from others (using guilt or shame to get something from you), and true compassion, from God -- and then having that compassion flow through you to others. This was recorded LIVE from Uganda, East Africa, at an outdoor village conference for national pastors and evangelists (with a translator interpreting). The theme is compassion for orphans, the poor, the lost and for unreached people. May God give us courage, creativity, and compassion for the needs of the world. God wants us to look at the eyes of the orphan children, to “visit” the orphans, to care. Encouragement for the village pastors who are caring for orphan children. If the need to help orphan children seems too big, we need to look into the eyes of one children, then beyond the need to our BIG GOD. If we feel compassion, realize God has given you that compassion. /episode/index/show/missionminded/id/39344025

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