relationalrealism

Missionary Preparation in The Gospel Of Matthew in Light of 28:16-20: A Narrative and Relational Study

Enoch Wan and Rob Penner. In this book, the authors propose an alternative to the popular understanding that Matthew 28:18-20 is the “Great Commission” passage. Instead, readers are invited to engage in a narrative study of Matthew, leading to a new appreciation that the two “commandments” (of Matt. 22:37-39 and Matthew 28:18-20) are to beContinue reading “Missionary Preparation in The Gospel Of Matthew in Light of 28:16-20: A Narrative and Relational Study “

Covenant Transformative Learning: Theory and Practice for Mission

Enoch Wan and Ryan Gimple. This book is a presentation of covenant transformative learning theory and its application to basic tasks of cross-cultural missions. Covenant transformative learning theory is a derivative of Mezirow’s transformative learning theory, but is reformed by the application of Meek’s epistemological framework and practical in the use of “relational realism” paradigm.InContinue reading “Covenant Transformative Learning: Theory and Practice for Mission “

The Hispanic Hybrid Identity in Miami: Ethnographic Description and Missiological Implications

Enoch Wan and J. David Lopez. The purpose of this book is twofold: providing an ethnographic description of the Hispanic hybrid (HH) identity found in Miami-Dade County and deriving missiological implications from the ethnographic data.Christian workers and students of ethnic study and ethnic identity will find this book informative and inspiring, due to the dataContinue reading “The Hispanic Hybrid Identity in Miami: Ethnographic Description and Missiological Implications”

WHY PENTECOSTALISM HAS SUCCEEDED AMONG ANIMISTS:

CONTEXTUALIZATION AMONG THE TRIBAL PEOPLE IN NORTHERN LUZON, PHILIPPINES Julie Ma. During my mission work among the tribal people in Northern Luzon, Philippines, I observed how the gospel message was being contextualized by Pentecostals among these people. There are similarities between the worldviews of the tribal group and that of Pentecostals. In this article, IContinue reading “WHY PENTECOSTALISM HAS SUCCEEDED AMONG ANIMISTS:”

The Chinese Diaspora in New Zealand

Peter Anderson, ChinaSource Quarterly, Summer 2022. This issue of ChinaSource Quarterly focuses on the Chinese diaspora in New Zealand and the Pacific. With a total population of just over five million and being literally at the “ends of the earth,” one may ask, why this focus on New Zealand? New Zealand may be a small nation, but itContinue reading “The Chinese Diaspora in New Zealand”

Transformational Change in Christian Ministry (Relational)

Enoch Wan and Jon Raibley. Our Triune God is by nature a relational God, who uses relationships with himself and others to transform us as individuals and as communities of believers. As we minister to each other, we are to experience that transformation and facilitate it within others. We explore the concept of “relational interactionism”Continue reading “Transformational Change in Christian Ministry (Relational) “

Why Canada’s Multicultural Policy Falls Short of the Gospel Ideal: Moving Toward Involvement, Empathy, and Commonness

Sherman Lau. The Canadian government, hospitals, schools, and corporations have already incorporated the Canadian mosaic of ethnic diversity through the policy of multiculturalism. However, unlike these institutions, the multicultural fellowship of Christ’s disciples does not merely serve to be an illustration of inclusion. It is the representation and living testimony of God’s people who amidContinue reading “Why Canada’s Multicultural Policy Falls Short of the Gospel Ideal: Moving Toward Involvement, Empathy, and Commonness”

Emotional Intelligence in Missions

John Edmiston. Good emotional management is a highly needed commodity in missions work. Without it we can unintentionally make a complete mess out of our service for God. One emotional explosion at the wrong moment can be held against us for a long time to come and we are often judged by others on howContinue reading “Emotional Intelligence in Missions”

Partnerships in Missions

Roland M. Octovianus and Theresya Lewakabessy. When Christians talk about missions, what they really mean is to to serve. When we say we would like to join in the mission, make sure we are ready to serve. For mission is to do God’s work through God’s people. Let us depend on God. When Christians talkContinue reading “Partnerships in Missions”

Corona Pandemic and Migrant Missions: A Study of Migrant Missions Among the Thais in Singapore

Chong Pae Kim. The mission environment is changing during the coronavirus pandemic. Accordingly, it is necessary to reexamine the understanding and devotion to the existing church and mission, and to try to make changes according to the changing mission environment. To fulfill the Great Commission, churches need to be ready for family restoration, small groupContinue reading “Corona Pandemic and Migrant Missions: A Study of Migrant Missions Among the Thais in Singapore”