World Christianity

This concentration focuses on the emerging field of World Christianity, which seeks to understand Christian thought and practice around the globe through integrated studies in history, theology and mission.

Students will gain deeper understanding of the changing face of global Christianity and its implications for the ongoing development of Christian tradition worldwide. They will cultivate familiarity with selected regional studies of Christianity, particularly those in the Majority World where the gospel is expanding most rapidly (e.g., Africa, Asia, and Latin America) as well as those among marginalized peoples of North America (e.g., First Nations and Native Americans, African Americans, Hispanics, and other immigrant populations). They will also develop further competence in key issues such as gospel and culture, indigenous expressions of Christianity, globalization, inter-faith relations, renewal movements, and current trends in global theology and mission.

Through concentrated studies in this field, students will become equipped as scholars and practitioners of the Christian faith in its local and global expressions. The program is applicable for those who anticipate teaching, further research, or leadership in various capacities within the broad sphere of world mission.

Concentration Coordinator: Diane Stinton