The Viability of the Doctor of Missiology Degree (The DMiss is dead; Long live the DMiss!)

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Intergenerational Church Splits

Generational and cultural differences between the first- and second-generation KoreanAmerican church leaders have caused division, anxiety, and tension. Though nearly all immigrant churches recognize the difficulties of embracing different generations and cultures, the lack of attention has resulted in frustration, bitterness, and ultimately, separation of the church. This article explores key factors contributing to church splits in multigenerational Korean-American churches in the greater Los Angeles area. Research participants included seventeen second-generation Korean-Americans. While they were from different churches and various denominations, all participants were involved in a church split. Data was collected through open-ended, semi-structured interviews. A careful analysis of the data revealed that in leaving the first-generation Korean-American church, secondgeneration leaders pass through the following: 1) search for identity, 2) power struggle, 3) tension, and 4) separation. The article concludes with recommendations to help intergenerational churches bridge cultural and generational barriers

Intergenerational Church Splits

Generational and cultural differences between the first- and second-generation KoreanAmerican church leaders have caused division, anxiety, and tension. Though nearly all immigrant churches recognize the difficulties of embracing different generations and cultures, the lack of attention has resulted in frustration, bitterness, and ultimately, separation of the church. This article explores key factors contributing to church splits in multigenerational Korean-American churches in the greater Los Angeles area. Research participants included seventeen second-generation Korean-Americans. While they were from different churches and various denominations, all participants were involved in a church split. Data was collected through open-ended, semi-structured interviews. A careful analysis of the data revealed that in leaving the first-generation Korean-American church, secondgeneration leaders pass through the following: 1) search for identity, 2) power struggle, 3) tension, and 4) separation. The article concludes with recommendations to help intergenerational churches bridge cultural and generational barriers

Perspectives on the Missiological Legacy of Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation

Upon the occasion of the 500th anniversary Martin Luther’s publication of his 95 theses, this composite article brings together five perspectives on the missiological legacy of the reformer and the subsequent Protestant Reformation. The blend of voices makes clear that Luther and the subsequent Protestant Reformation do not have a simple missiological legacy but rather various legacies: theological, ecclesiological, political, and practical; some of which co-exist, and even collide, in the same ecclesiastical community. The scandalous legacy of a splintered and splintering church remains. Yet, demonstrations of mutual recognition, reciprocal respect, and genuine fellowship can be found in certain missiological circles

Traditional Marriage Education among the Kipsigis of Kenya with Application to Local Church Ministry in Urban Africa

The Church in urban Africa is seeing an increase in marriages and homes experiencing disruption due to divorce. In a bid to forward discussion on marriage issues, the church has developed material on premarital education. However, much of this material has been adapted from the West. The contribution of an African system to education remains largely unexplored. The purpose of this study is to explore the Kipsigis community\u27s marriage preparation customs with a view to recommend ways they might inform a local church\u27s efforts to develop a more culturally relevant curriculum that includes points of integration. While reintroducing principles on marital instruction from a traditional African culture is an unlikely panacea to marriage and family dysfunction in a contemporary context, the study suggests that from an early age, within the context of God\u27s community, children, youth and adults might learn and value the place of family life. Data collected from in-depth, semi-structured interviews with seven participants in the Kericho District were analyzed using grounded theory procedures of open, axial and selective coding. The study uncovered a cycle of influencers and educators, with the core being family and widening to mentors and the community at large. The context of learning was imbedded in everyday life and moved from unstructured to focused learning as children entered adolescence. The article concludes by suggesting four transferable points of application for integrating principles from traditional culture\u27s practices: 1) intentional community, 2) intergeneration interaction, 3) integrated learning, and 4) carefully chosen mentors

Textbooks for theological education in Africa : an annotated bibliography

An annotated bibliography listing over 700 books for teachers, students, and researchers in Africa. A one-of-a-kind exhaustive resource for the church in Africa. Indexed by subject matter and course relevance find just the book you need for what you are studying or teaching.https://digitalcommons.biola.edu/faculty-books/1138/thumbnail.jp

CULTIVATING INTERCULTURAL LEADERS

With the aim of informing future efforts to cultivate intercultural leaders, this article explores factors contributing to twelve native-born Koreans’ rises to prominent positions of intercultural leadership. Research participants were purposefully selected from three different leadership levels: three cross-cultural community leaders, three cross-cultural national leaders, and six international leaders. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews, emailed open-ended questions, and the review of archival materials. Data analysis identified six key factors divided into two broad categories: external influences and internal dispositions. External influences consisted of family heritage, pivotal encounters, and academic achievement/schooling. Internal dispositions consisted of individual attitudes, acquired skills, and personality traits. The article concludes with recommendations for parents and educators cultivating intercultural leaders in the next generation

Africans in Pursuit of a Theological Doctorate : Doctoral Program Design in a Non-Western Context

Within the milieu of African higher theological education there is a great demand for highly educated nationals to staff a growing number of theological colleges and seminaries. Due largely to a dearth of other opportunities, many Africans desiring theological doctorates have undertaken higher studies in Europe and North America. The same pattern is common in other non-Western contexts. However, this practice is perceived as producing certain undesirable \u27side effects\u27 (e.g., brain-drain, reintegration difficulties, contextually inappropriate training). This book explores doctoral program design for a non-Western context with a view to attenuating these side effects. It articulates a grounded theory, namely \u27Contextual Pragmatism,\u27 that proposes the ideal theological doctoral program for \u27black Africa\u27 has practical value in and for the African context while acknowledging the importance of international credibility.https://digitalcommons.biola.edu/faculty-books/1137/thumbnail.jp

How (Not) to Collaborate with a Majority World Church

Collaboration in intercultural ministry can be improved by considering three relational realities. The author uses a case study from Africa as an example

POST-MODERNITY\u27S INFLUENCE ON AFRICAN URBAN CHRISTIAN YOUTH

The article discusses the influence of modern culture on African Urban Christian youth. It notes that post-modernity\u27s influence on African urban Christian youth represents both a challenge and an opportunity since relativism and pluralism seem to hinder Christian discipleship. Recommendations for Youth Ministry in Urban Africa is also offered