crossing cultures: a place of formation

Those of us who choose a life in ministry do so, perhaps, because we believe in the life-changing power of people encountering Jesus. It might come as a surprise to us that our ministry location becomes our own place of  transformation! Through the process of engaging different cultures, working alongside those who are very different from ourselves, and even experiencing disappointments and challenges, we have the opportunity to become more fully ourselves as we get to know God more deeply. The inner journey can become the most thrilling adventure possible for every disciple-maker!


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We're Tim & Miranda


We have been working cross-culturally for more than 25 years. Our own experience of living in different cultures, team-building for effective ministry and raising a family overseas have given us a passion to see others thrive, not just survive.  We offer spiritual direction, debriefing and leadership development and we are committed to Christian life that is holistic and healthy. 


Read more about Tim & Miranda here.

journey with us through lent

Every day through Lent, we will be sharing a poetry reading from the anthology The Word in the Wilderness, with reflections by Malcolm Guite. These unpolished recordings are a beautiful way to be accompanied through this important season in company with others from around the world. You can choose to join via WhatsApp and have the opportunity to dialogue with others as you interact with each day's reading - just complete the contact form to be added. Or you can simply listen in on SoundCloud by following the link.

Place of springs ministry house

a special place created with you in mind

Our work helps Christians working cross-culturally be fruitful over the long haul, by training them to draw deeply from God in the midst of challenging situations. As well as being available online, we have created a space in southern Spain for people to meet with God, so they can be renewed for further ministry effectiveness. Contact us to request information about spiritual direction, personal or team debriefing, and leadership development. 

working in a challenging context? What do you need?

It takes resilience to serve God in places that might feel spiritually and relationally dry, or physically and culturally challenging. At different times in your ministry journey, your needs will be different. Our goal is to meet you at your point of need, offering enough of the right kind of support for you to be renewed and empowered for life-giving ministry where you are.

NEXT work week:

14-19 april

We are hosting regular Work Weeks, when volunteers have the opportunity to join us for a week at a time. You will experience a cross-cultural ministry location while helping to create the kind of place that offers refreshing and renewal to long-term workers. 


Our current focus is on clearing overgrown vegetation and landscaping, developing pathways around the property as well as a prayer labyrinth. We’re excited to host you as part of a small group and each week promises great times of connection as we work together, share meals, and reflect on our own journeys of faith and community.


Contact us for more information.