Write Your Field Worker
Everyone loves to receive a letter from a friend. It lets us know we are thought of and cared for, that we are important to someone. This is especially true for those who are laboring in God’s harvest field.
Writing to your Field Worker can be one of the greatest elements of your sponsorship experience. The following guidelines will lead you through the letter writing process and help you develop a meaningful relationship as you communicate with your field worker
 Why is writing my field worker important?
Letter writing affords you the opportunity to form a lasting bond with your field worker. As you correspond with each other, you will hear first hand how God is at work in the life and ministry of your field worker. You will be able to pray more effectively as he shares the prayer needs of the ministry and himself personally. Your field worker receives encouragement in knowing that you are not just a sponsor, but a partner with him in the ministry.
Will my field worker write to me?
Yes, you should receive a letter about three times a year. If you have not heard anything for six months, please let us know.
How often should I write?
You may write as often as you like. Whether you write once or several times a year your field worker will be encouraged to know that your care.
What should I write about?
You may write about you and your family, your work, hobbies, church and ministry that you are involved in. Share how God is working in your life, most of all share words that will edify your brother in Christ.
Please avoid discussing or sending pictures of your material possessions. This will prevent any possibility of materialism or feelings of inadequacy.
The key to writing a good letter is to keep it simple and write about things that would be of interest and easy to understand. Keep in mind the difference in cultures and languages. Try to avoid colloquialisms and slang to aid in the translation process.
We also ask that you not include your address and telephone number in you letters. Operation Harvest field workers are instructed not to contact their sponsors directly, therefore all correspondence should go through our office. Your cooperation and respect for this policy is greatly appreciated.
How long will it take for my letter to reach my field
worker?
Allowing for delivery and translation, it usually takes three months for your field worker to receive their letter. Letters received in our headquarters are forwarded to the appropriate regional offices every two weeks. Upon the arrival of your letters at their destination, they are translated into the mother tongue of your field worker. Once translated your letters will be delivered. Because many of Operation Harvest field workers live in remote locations, the letters have to be hand delivered by a representative from the Regional Office.
May I send special gifts?
Yes, Operation Harvest encourages sponsors to give an additional ($25.00 suggested) monetary Christmas gift. In your Field Worker’s nation, Operation Harvest’s national leadership will use the money to purchase special gifts to be given to your field worker and family at Christmas. If you did not sign up for the optional Christmas gift initially and would now like to participate, please contact us at 1-888-567-3543 and we will update your sponsorship profile.
In addition to Field Worker Sponsorship, Operation Harvest funds several ongoing ministry projects that help cultivate the ministry efforts in each country. These projects provide scholarships, outreach tools, materials, and equipment necessary to implement, maintain, and grow the Evangelism Explosion ministry in numerous third world areas. (click here for more information)
Where should I send my letter?
You may mail your letters to our headquarters in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida or use the online form available through this web site.
If you mail your letter you may use the Operation Harvest letter writing form included with your confirmation letter you received after signing up for sponsorship. Please remember to include your sponsor number, as well as your Field Worker’s number. |
