Cross-cultural missions rely heavily on churches. However, some churches view themselves solely as benefactors, rather than also benefiting from missions. This mindset can lead to a church's missions program becoming more like a grant-writing foundation.

A committee may oversee resource distribution among various ministries, with minimal contact with missionaries. Alternatively, a church's missions program might be used to demonstrate its own spirituality and service. Further details on these dynamics are available, offering insight into the complexities of church missions programs and their potential impact on the church itself.