Whole-Life Mission for the Whole Church

this book gives a timely reality check on the sacred-secular divide in the christian church as well as theological institutions which prepare christians for the great commission in the world.

Clement Mook-Soo Chia, PhD

principal, singapore bible college

overcoming the sacred-secular divide in theological colleges involves a close look at the culture of the seminary. this book stresses the importance of whole of life discipleship, and how this should extend to all believers as they are salt and light wherever they live and work.

James Dalziel, PhD

australian college of theology, sydney, australia

here is a book that seeks to dismantle an invisible, insidious wall, one that has restricted christians from joyously whooping into the wide open spaces of life and service in the kingdom. the global aspects of this wall as presented here will both caution readers against indifference and motivate them into action.

Havilah Dharamraj, PhD

south asia institute of advanced christian studies, bangolore, india

this is an impressive and important work. like the church, theological education in service of the church needs to be "always reforming." this book is truly a fine resource in this ongoing task.

Simo Frestadius, PhD

dean of research, regents theological college, west malvern, uk

in dissecting the problem of the sacred-secular divide, the various authors helpfully identify a pathway towards addressing it through a reimagining of theological education of pastors and teachers.

Ian Hussey, PhD

malyon theological college, brisbane, australia

this book links two crucial aspects in the life of the church - the effective training of ministers and the need to encourage all god's people to live out their faith in everyday life. add in an international dimension which brings the conversation into a worldwide arena, and what emerges is a brilliant, engaging and practical book that will inspire and challenge theological educators.

Rt Revd Emma Ineson, PhD

bishop of penrith

this book identifies and addresses the urgent need for fundamental change in theological colleges and seminaries, to empower and enable the church to fulfil its call to the mission of god. this book lays a firm foundation biblically and historically, and includes practical ideas representing a global conversation. 

Kara Martin

lecturer, alphacrucis college, sydney, australia

our dynamically changing world desperately needs fruitful disciples in every sphere. this book is a must-read if you want to see change, and especially if you are in theological education and you want to play your part.

Dr. Lindsay McMillan

managing director, reventure limited

asking good questions is one thing, b...

MARK GREENE is Mission Champion for the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity, having served as Executive Director for twenty-one years. A pioneer for everyday mission and discipleship, Mark has written and spoken widely in the cause of empowering all God's people for dynamic, fruitful relationship with Christ in all of life. IAN SHAW is CEO of the Opal Trust, a Christian ministry which serves churches in the Majority World through resourcing them with Bibles, evangelical books, and literature. He has spent over twenty years in leadership positions in theological education, including as Provost of Union School of Theology, Bridgend, Wales, and Associate International Director of Langham Scholars.

1. The Many Hands to Thank
2. Foreword
3. Introduction
4. Section 1: Naming the Issue
5. Naming the Issue in Our Churches and Institutions Mark Greene
6. Naming the Issue from Scripture Antony Billington
7. Naming the Issue Using the Key Historical Texts Edwin E. M. Tay
8. Naming the Issue Using the Key Contemporary Texts Antony Billington
9. Naming the Issue in Contemporary Contexts
10. Part 1: Latin America Dinorah B. Mndez
11. Part 2: Africa Bernard Boyo
12. Part 3: Asia Theresa Roco-Lua
13. Part 4: The Indian Sub-Continent Ivor Poobalan
14. Part 5: Eastern Europe Marcel V. Mcelaru
15. Part 6: North America Greg Forster
16. Naming the Issue in Our Seminaries Ian Shaw
17. Section 2: Addressing the Issue through Theological Education
18. Overcoming the SSD through Institutional Change
19. Part 1: An Introduction Ian Shaw
20. Part 2: Overcoming the SSD at South American Theological Seminary Antonio Carlos Barro, President
21. Part 3: Overcoming the SSD at Colombo Theological Seminary Ivor Poobalan, Principal
22. Part 4: Overcoming the SSD at Daystar University Bernard Boyo, Dean
23. Overcoming the SSD through Curriculum Change Ian Shaw
24. Overcoming the SSD through Programme Design Ian Shaw
25. Overcoming the SSD through Individual Courses (Modules) Ian Shaw
26. Overcoming the SSD through Lectures Ian Shaw
27. Overcoming the SSD through Assessments Antony Billington
28. Section 3: Effecting Change
29. Effecting Change of Culture Mark Greene
30. Effecting Change Ian Shaw
31. Helping the Sacred-Secular Divided Student Ian Shaw
32. Appendix: Project Participants
33. Bibliography
34. About the Editors
35. Author and Subject Index
36. Scripture Index