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Creating environments for people to encounter and respond to God The Lausanne Arts Network exists to catalyze and connect artistic Christians and evangelical influencers concerning the role of artists and the arts for global mission—through...
Understanding Your Jewish Neighbour: Hanukkah
Hanukkah, Jesus, and the Light of the WorldHow Hanukkah Came About The events of Hanukkah take us back to about 165 BC, during the turbulent years between the Old and New Testaments...Traditions that ShineJesus at Hanukkah "without Hanukkah, there...
Hope is Not a Dream
Is hope just wishful thinking—or something far more certain? In this rich theological reflection, Michael Horton challenges popular ideas of hope as fantasy or blind optimism. Drawing from Scripture, he shows how biblical hope is grounded in...
Discerning Trustworthy Truth
In a world full of conflicting opinions and false voices, how can Christians know what is true? In this profound presentation, Kevin J. Vanhoozer explores how the Church can cultivate spiritual discernment rooted in Scripture and guided by the Holy...
Emerging Demographics
Dr. Craig Ott explores the implications of emerging demographics on the global mission of the Church. Drawing from current demographic trends, he outlines seven key areas that require urgent attention for effective ministry today. This discussion is...
A Providential Encounter at the Lausanne Congress
The Story Behind Lausanne’s Persecuted Church Initiative The Global Reality of PersecutionRecognizing the Need for a Lausanne Initiative "To serve the persecuted is to share in their suffering, to uphold the global witness of Christ, and to...
Artificial Intelligence: Servant, Not Substitut
A New Power, a Timeless Caution "The risk isn’t in the technology itself—it’s in our posture toward it." “. . . this dependence[on AI] may erode something essential: the muscles of discernment, the disciplines of reflection, and the humility...
Hospitality Without Return
Welcoming Afghan Refugees ‘Unto the Lord’ In many countries around the world, migration has become a major topic in politics and the news. By the end of April 2025, there were around 42.7 million refugees worldwide.1 Among these are almost six...
Organisational Health: The Missing Bridge Between Mission and Lasting Impact
The Hidden Foundation of Ministry SuccessWhat Organisational Health Really MeansThe Real Cost of Neglecting HealthNine Dimensions of Healthy OrganisationsLeadershipMission and VisionPeople, Teams and ValuesBrand and...
Church Planting & Revitalisation in Secular Europe: Oliver Ahlfeld on Relational Mission, Church Planting, and Hope for Germany
What does it look like to plant and renew churches in one of the most atheistic regions of the world? And how can relational mission bring new life to the church in Europe? Jason Watson sits down with Oliver Ahlfeld, head of Church Planting and...
Academic Ministry & Educators Network (AMEN)
Ministry to and with academics The aims of the Academic Ministry & Educators Network are to:Connect academic ministry staff and pastors ministering among scholars in order to collaborate on joint projects that are mutually beneficial, and share...
Issue 14:1 January 2025 Overview
We ‘preach’ a lot about unity and collaboration as essentials for the global church and mission. But do we listen deeply and humbly to one another, especially those who are suffering and being marginalized? In this issue, authors from diverse...
Issue 14:3 November 2025 Overview
AI and the Great Commission Artificial Intelligence is no longer a distant prospect, it is already reshaping how people live, learn, and connect. From search algorithms to translation tools, from automated communication to pastoral applications, AI...
70. Caring for the Community: Parish Nursing in Scotland
Kirsty Nelson shares her journey as a parish nurse in Dundee, Scotland. Kirsty offers a glimpse into the holistic approach of parish nursing, which addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the community. She discusses the challenges...