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Bible Printing and Distribution

Bible Printing and Distribution

People want God's Word, and everyone deserves to have access to it. "They are willing to buy even a tattered, termite damaged copy if one can be found," observed a Lutheran Bible Translators' missionary.  "Language is a divine gift from God and must be cherished. It...

International Development Fund

International Development Fund

Investment in local partners and their physical infrastructure is crucial if a language community is to carry out the vital efforts of translation and literacy. These are more than buildings. They are mission outposts from which qualified and trained church leaders,...

Ministry Technology Fund

Ministry Technology Fund

Southwest EthiopiaBible Translation Coordination OfficeTranslation teams are equipped with laptops and software to facilitate the translation and Scripture engagement processes. But conditions on the mission field - high humidity, ocean air, dust and sand - are...

Ministry Vehicle Fund

Ministry Vehicle Fund

Partners drive long distances to work with language groups who are at various stages of translation and language development. Dangerous road conditions increase the risk of accidents. Washed out roads and potholes result in increased wear and tear on tires,...

New Mission Exploration Fund

New Mission Exploration Fund

"Come help us with Bible Translation!" is a recurring plea heard by Lutheran Bible Translators. Language communities want to have God's Word, but they need the expertise offered by a professional translation organization to make it a reality.  Bible translation...

New Missionary Training

New Missionary Training

Language is the primary means by which we communicate. A Bible translation must use language that is clearly understood to convey the meaning of God's Word to people unfamiliar with key concepts and themes found in Scripture.  Bible translation missionaries require...

Scholarship Fund

Scholarship Fund

Many of Lutheran Bible Translators' partnering institutions train individuals in linguistics, Biblical languages and translation studies. Local language speakers train for ministry while staying in their home country or in a nearby region. Graduates of these...