Initiate

This first step is where you ask someone if they want to know more about your internship and how they can partner with you. Think of this as “pre-communication” before you actually invite them to support you. You are just starting the conversation and giving them the chance to continue it. 

Example: 

You: Hey Alex! I have a really cool ministry opportunity to serve as an intern with Josiah Venture in Latvia this summer! A part of the internship is developing a team of people who will support me through prayer and finances and I thought of you for this team! Are you interested in hearing more about partnering with me?

Alex: Oh that’s awesome! I know you’ve been thinking about missions for a while. Sure, tell me more! 

You: Cool! Here’s a letter that nicely summarizes everything but I would love to talk face to face too. Are you free for coffee next week?

Alex: Thanks! Can you do Friday after class. 

You: Perfect! See you then!