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The Lausanne Legacy: Celebrating 50 Years of Accelerating Global Mission
The Lausanne Legacy: Celebrating 50 Years of Accelerating Global Mission with Dr. Leighton Ford Dr. Ford shares personal memories from the first International Congress, provides insights into the movement’s evolution, and discusses the importance...
Business as Mission: Accelerating Global Mission Through Business
Business as Mission: Accelerating Global Mission Through Business Join Jo Plummer as she shares her 22-year journey in ‘Business as Mission’ (BAM), a movement integrating business and mission for global impact.
Strategic Campus Ministry: Leadership, Collaboration, and Reaching the Next Generation
Strategic Campus Ministry: Tom Lin on Leadership, Collaboration, and Reaching the Next Generation In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, we hear from Tom Lin, President and CEO of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, about his remarkable...
Strengthening the Church in Mission: Michael Ortiz on the role of Theological Education & Training in the Great Commission
Strengthening the Church in Mission: Michael Ortiz on the role of Theological Education & Training in the Great Commission In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Michael Ortiz, International Director of the...
The Art of Preaching in Times of Crisis: Anne Zaki on Sharing the Hope of Christ When It Matters Most
The Art of Preaching in Times of Crisis: Anne Zaki on Sharing the Hope of Christ When It Matters Most Delve into Anne’s journey in ministry, her unique perspective on preaching during crises from her experience in Egypt during the Arab Spring &...
Building Spiritual Movements: Mac Pier on The Intersection of Prayer, Unity, and City Mission
Building Spiritual Movements: Mac Pier on The Intersection of Prayer, Unity, and City Mission Dr. Mac Pier, founder of Movement Day, who shares how united efforts and strategic prayer have led to monumental changes in New York City and other major...
Quantifying the Impact of Women in Global Christianity
Quantifying the Impact of Women in Global Christianity with Gina Zurlo In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Gina Zurlo, co-director of the Center for the Study of Global Christianity and a leading expert on global...
43. Empowering the Present: Youth Ministry in Pakistan
Empowering the Present: Youth Ministry in PakistanIn this episode of 'God on the Move', Khurram shares his inspiring journey from growing up in a poor Christian family in Pakistan to becoming a student minister and founder of Ignite NextGen, a youth...
42. Journey of Faith: Reaching the Unreached in Uganda
Journey of Faith: Reaching the Unreached in UgandaIn this episode of 'God on the Move', Lawrence Owinya shares his inspiring journey from a challenging background in Uganda to becoming a dedicated missionary and church planter. Facing trials such as...
41. God’s Secret Weapon: The Power of Arts in Ministry
God’s Secret Weapon: The Power of Arts in Ministry Juan Arvelo shares his transformative journey from Venezuela to the Basque Country in Spain and how his focus shifted from church planting to using arts as a ministry tool. Working with WEC...
40. From Witchcraft to Worship: Transforming Communities Through CHE
From Witchcraft to Worship: Transforming Communities Through CHE Daniel Kpowbie shares his incredible journey of faith, from growing up in an animistic family in Togo to becoming an evangelist challenging the powers of witchcraft with the name of...
39. Faith in Motion: Transforming Lives through Digital Media
Faith in Motion: Transforming Lives through Digital Media In this episode of ‘God on the Move’, EVE Jariya Moongwattanashares her journey of creating impactful Christian content. Despite challenges and starting with minimal resources, Christlike...
38. Dancing to Freedom: Therapy and God’s Presence
Dancing to Freedom: Therapy and God’s Presence Renelle Snelleksz shares her remarkable story of becoming a dance movement therapist after leaving a high-profile news presenting career. Growing up in Calcutta and later moving to Mumbai, she...
37. Breaking Chains: Empowering Men to Pursue Christlikeness
Breaking Chains: Empowering Men to Pursue Christlikeness Christian Lenty shares his inspirational journey of founding the MST Project in Bangkok, Thailand, committed to helping men realize their full potential through mentoring, strengthening...
36. Kingdom Business: Transforming Communities Through Faith
Kingdom Business: Transforming Communities Through Faith Jonathan Nolan shares his inspiring journey from a radical conversion at 19 to becoming an influential leader in the Kingdom Business movement. He discusses how he combines business and...
35. Sowing Seeds: Stories of Global Impact
Sowing Seeds: Stories of Global Impact Willy Kotiuga shares his unique journey as a professional engineer working in over 40 countries while spreading the gospel. Willy discusses the concept of ‘tentmaking’, emphasizing the importance of...
34. Faith and Recovery: Transforming Tragedy into Triumph
Faith and Recovery: Transforming Tragedy into Triumph In this episode of ‘God on the Move’, Monix Hetemeyer, a pastor from Guyana, recounts the life-altering car accident that led to the amputation of her leg, emphasizing her unwavering trust in...
33. Serving a Holistic Banquet to Refugees in Egypt
Serving a Holistic Banquet to Refugees in Egypt In this episode of ‘God on the Move’, Bronwen, Martin, and Peter share their inspiring journey of supporting Sudanese refugees in Egypt through the formation of Impact Community Development. They...
32. Transforming Communities: The Power of Sports Ministry
Transforming Communities: The Power of Sports Ministry Wilhelm Cnossen, Regional Coordinator for Athletes in Action Europe and Co-Leader of the Global Church Sport Movement, shares his powerful story. Wilhelm discusses his 20-year journey with...
31. Manufacturing Faith in the Workplace: The Power of Faithful Leadership in Busines
Manufacturing Faith in the Workplace: The Power of Faithful Leadership in Business Drew emphasizes the importance of ethical business practices, employee welfare, and following God’s calling in everyday life.
30. From Business to Mission: Empowering Leaders for Global Impact
From Business to Mission: Empowering Leaders for Global Impact Jonathan Shibley shares inspiring stories about the journey of faith and missions in the marketplace. Highlighting the work of Global Advance, he explains how investing in marketplace...
29. Witnessing to the World: Faith and Healthcare Intersect
Witnessing to the World: Faith and Healthcare Intersect Gábor narrates personal stories of medical emergencies and miracles, illustrating the powerful intersection of faith and healthcare.
28. Web3 Revolution: The Church’s New Frontier
Web3 Revolution: The Church’s New Frontier Jianbi (Jay) Chen shares about the significance of digital missions in Web3, including the concepts of blockchain, decentralization, and token-based economies.
27. The Complexity of Faith: Jewish Evangelism and the Gospel in Jerusalem
The Complexity of Faith: Jewish Evangelism and the Gospel in Jerusalem Yoel discusses his complex cultural and spiritual journey from growing up in Europe and Israel to becoming an Anglican pri
26. Faith in Practice: A Journey in Family Medicine and Faith
Faith in Practice: A Journey in Family Medicine and Faith Prarthini Selveindran shares how she learned to encounter God by reading the book of nature He Himself created. She also reveals how her passion for amphibians and reptiles — especially...
25. Compassion in Action: How Panahgah is Welcoming Afghan Refugees in Brazil
Compassion in Action: How Panahgah is Welcoming Afghan Refugees in Brazil Sophia shares her journey from being a 13-year-old girl with a clear call from God to Panahgah’s efforts in providing support and autonomy to refugee families in Brazil, a...
24. To the Ends of the Earth. Stories from the Church in the Soviet Union
To the Ends of the Earth. Stories from the Church in the Soviet Union Dr. Victor Petrenko shares about his upbringing during the Soviet Union and how, after his father served two and a half years in prison, his family had to flee Belarus for Latvia.
23. From the Slums of Uganda to Founding a Conglomerate Social Enterprise
From the Slums of Uganda to Founding a Conglomerate Social Enterprise Emmanuel Trinity shares his experience growing up in a slum in Kampala, the capital of Uganda. He remembers how his life was rescued through the gift of the Gospel and recounts...
22. Demonstrating Godly Character in the U.S. Air Force
Demonstrating Godly Character in the U.S. Air Force Jerry White recounts how God called him to serve in the United States Air Force and delves into whether and how a Christian should serve in the military.
21. Ministering to Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse in Guyana
Ministering to Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse in Guyana Dr. Joy Maria Wilson shares her how being sexually molested as a young girl led her to minister to and counsel people who are survivors of sexual abuse and incest.