Calvin serves as Co-Director of MissionPrep and is a member of the leadership team for the MORE Network’s missionary equipping programs. In this role, he is focused on two key initiatives: IMPACT, which focuses on pre-field preparation, and PLANTS, a program designed to equip missionaries with principles for language and culture learning.
Calvin brings more than 35 years of experience in cross-cultural ministry. He holds a BA in Education, an MA in Biblical Studies, an MA in Linguistics, and a PhD in Anthropology. For 25 years, he served in Bible translation, gaining deep firsthand insight into the complexities of cross-cultural service.
Having walked these journeys himself, Calvin understands the challenges missionaries face and is passionate about helping others thrive as missionaries.
Outside of work, Calvin enjoys writing in theological and anthropological fields, reading, and spending time hiking.
Location: Michigan
Contact: ctiessen@outreach.ca