Student Testimonials
"This course was a good integration of cross-cultural theories and practical experiences.We were inspired by how God is working in the different fields of the world and also took an honest look at the history of cross-cultural mission and learned from what did not work. Through this 3 week course, i was challenged to review my own faith and evaluate my preparations to acculturate and contextualise the Gospel for my mission field. "
"I enjoyed learning from different classmates and trainers, many of whom are pastors and missionaries who have years of experience ministering in cross-cultural settings. The modules on Contexualization of the Gospel, Phonetics & Linguistics and Honour & Shame Culture were particularly eye-opening and helpful. I appreciate how we got to venture out of the classroom to put what we've learnt into practice too!"
Asian Cross Cultural Training Institute (ACTI) provides excellent training to all persons intending to go for part-time and full-time mission works. The institute provides relevant and essential courses to equip missionaries. The trainers are knowledgeable, experienced in cross cultural context and passionate in their calling. They impart new insights and useful tools to missionaries for different context. I highly recommend that all missionaries must join ACTI before entering the field.
"We attended this course to learn more about the cultural context within Japan before beginning ministry in the country. We left with not only a respect for different traditions and behaviors, but an understanding of the worldview that underlies them. It was so helpful to learn about what ministry methods have been fruitful in Japan from people who have been on the ground for decades! All this plus a cohort of new friends and connections who are eager to collaborate to see the work of the kingdom done in Japan. Thank you ACTI!."
"Joining ACTI course in 2021 gave me a good overview of different challenges that i would meet on the mission field, such as managing conflict, self-care, cultural differences, etc. - i think i have experienced almost everything that we discussed during the course in my past year here in Ethiopia! i really enjoyed the fact that the speakers and mentors were all seasoned missionaries on the field, because they shared from their personal experiences and made the sessions very practical. What is unique about ACTI is that it brought together people from various missions organisations, as well as different backgrounds and cultures, giving us an appetizer to life on the field, as well as allowing to network and build up a community that can share and encourage each other often even after the course."




