Martin Rodriguez sits down with Ruth Padilla Deborst, an associate professor of world Christianity at Western Theological Seminary and dean of extension courses at Comunidad de Estudios Teológicos Interdisciplinarios. They discuss Ruth's experiences in missiology as well as her hopes for its future .

Our Guest

In this episode of Missiology Shelf, we dive into the book Missional Life in Practice and Theory, edited by Chris Flanders and Greg McKinzie, a Festschrift honoring  missiologist Gailyn Van Rheenen. Chris and Greg reflect on their personal experiences with Van Rheenen, discuss his pioneering role as a "missionary theologian," and explore the essential connection between theory and practice in missional engagement. The conversation also highlights Van Rheenen's global influence, his innovative concepts like the missional helix, and the evolving landscape of missiology in today's context.

The Book

As the founding father of missiology.com, Gailyn Van Rheenen ...

In this episode of Missiology Shelf, Martin Rodriguez speaks with Miriam Adeney and Rashid Alish about their book Afghan Mountain Faith: Stories of Justice, Beauty, and Relationships. They discuss the significance of understanding Afghan culture, the complexities of religious conversion, and the powerful testimonies of Afghans who have embraced Christianity in a land where walking with Jesus is a steep, mountainous climb.

The Book

The winds of change are blowing through Afghanistan, one of the hardest countries in the world in which to be a Christian. How can Afghans build trusting, vibrant communities of believers? What are the best practices ...