by Abbey Barnosky | Apr 14, 2026 | Uncategorized
Last year one of our teammates in South Africa lost a parent. We had the honor and privilege to travel to be with them and their family as they celebrated their parent’s heavenly homecoming. We only got to briefly meet him before he passed, but after the service we...
by admin | Apr 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
As we began our journey into missions, one thing that caught us off guard is how many missions agencies (including ABWE) made a big deal about your “sending church” involvement. In truth, we weren’t knowledgeable about why that would matter so much....
by admin | Apr 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
I have quit my dream job twice now. I am not sure whether that makes me unusually blessed or unusually bad at keeping a good thing going. Probably both. This is the story of how God solved a problem I didn’t know how to solve — and why solving it means we are...
by Joe Barnosky | Feb 27, 2026 | Missions
We love churches. We love the local body. There is nothing quite like standing in a pulpit, opening the Word, and sharing what God is doing in the nations. But recently, we’ve been analyzing the “math” of modern missions, and it’s more...
by Joe Barnosky | Nov 26, 2025 | Missions
Friends, this is Joe and Abbey Barnosky with some incredible news that doubles our excitement about reaching Durban! There is a very generous family who believes in bringing hope to South Africa, and they have just offered something amazing: from December 1st through...
by Joe Barnosky | Nov 3, 2025 | Tech
Hello, friends! Here at Bar No Sky Missions, we’re passionate about equipping churches with modern tools to share the timeless truth of the Gospel. In today’s digital world, a livestream isn’t just a broadcast; it’s a digital front door. It’s a...
by Abbey Barnosky | Oct 21, 2025 | Life
by Joe Barnosky | Aug 27, 2025 | Life
A slightly-hidden gem in a perfect location One of the days we were on our Survey Trip to Durban back in February, one of the young men from the church had a job interview and asked our hosts for a ride. We thought it would be a perfect opportunity to see more of...
by Joe Barnosky | Jul 15, 2025 | Life, Missions
The Question That Changes Everything Here’s a question that stopped me in my tracks this week: What happens when your seven-year-old realizes they’re not just moving to a new country—they’re becoming a missionary? This week has been nothing short of...
by Joe Barnosky | Jun 30, 2025 | Missions
When Small Acts Create Big Impact Picture walking past a wall covered with 150 numbered envelopes. Some hang open and empty, others remain sealed, waiting. A simple sign reads: “Choose one. Change everything.” Each envelope holds the power to transform...
