John Dempster Shaw

UFM Worldwide is a British company that supports churches in making disciples of all nations. UFM Worldwide is based in Swindon, UK. The non-profit company provides support to complement that which comes from the church. The company offers medical placements for doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, as well as medical electives for students. The company also has a one to two-year ministry training program called i: witness, which follows the model of many church apprenticeships, but with the benefit of living in a cross-cultural context. The company partner with sending churches to support UFM mission workers with pastoral care and practical needs. The company also offers a 4 corners magazine and prayer calendar, as well as a podcast, for those interested in learning more about cross-cultural mission. The company was founded in 1931.