International Mission Board to require COVID vaccine for missionaries

The big picture: The policy from the International Mission Board applies to both current and future missionaries as well as some staff members.

• The International Mission Board said the vaccine mandate was implemented for health concerns and the fact that more countries are implementing their own vaccine requirements.
• The board acknowledged that the policy may result in some field personnel and staff members choosing not to join, to take a leave of absence or to discontinue their employment with the board because of the requirement.