Cross Cultural Servanthood

Author : Duane Elmer
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2009-08-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830874835

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Cross-Cultural Servanthood by Duane Elmer Pdf

Duane Elmer asked people around the world how they felt about Western missionaries. The response? "Missionaries could be more effective if they did not think they were better than us." The last thing we want to do in cross-cultural ministry is to offend people in other cultures. Unfortunately, all too often and even though we don't mean it, our actions communicate superiority, paternalism, imperialism and arrogance. Our best intentions become unintentional insults. How can we minister in ways that are received as true Christlike service? Cross-cultural specialist Duane Elmer gives Christians practical advice for serving other cultures with sensitivity and humility. With careful biblical exposition and keen cross-cultural awareness, he shows how our actions and attitudes often contradict and offend the local culture. He offers principles and guidance for avoiding misunderstandings and building relationships in ways that honor others. Here is culturally-savvy insight into how we can follow Jesus' steps to become global servants. Whether you're going on your first short-term mission trip or ministering overseas for extended periods, this useful guide is essential reading for anyone who wants to serve effectively in international settings with grace and sensitivity.

Author : Duane Elmer
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830874828

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Cross-Cultural Connections by Duane Elmer Pdf

With the new realities of global interconnectedness comes a greater awareness of cultural diversity from place to place. Besides differences in food and fashion, we face significant contrasts of cultural orientation and patterns of thinking. As we travel across cultures, what should we expect? How do we deal with culture shock? And can we truly connect with those we meet? Experienced cross-cultural specialist Duane Elmer provides a compass for navigating through different cultures. He shows us how to avoid pitfalls and cultural faux pas, as well as how to make the most of opportunities to build cross-cultural relationships. Filled with real-life illustrations and practical exercises, this guide offers the tools needed to reduce apprehension, communicate effectively, and establish genuine trust and acceptance. Above all, Elmer demonstrates how we can avoid being cultural imperialists and instead become authentic ambassadors for Christ. Whether you are embarking on a short-term mission trip or traveling for business or pleasure, this book is both an ideal preparation and a handy companion for your journey.

Author : Duane Elmer
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1993-12-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0830816577

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Cross-Cultural Conflict by Duane Elmer Pdf

Duane Elmer offers a thorough and practical handbook for conflict resolution across Asian, Hispanic, African and Western cultures.

Author : Sherwood G. Lingenfelter,Marvin K. Mayers
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2003-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780801026478

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Ministering Cross-Culturally by Sherwood G. Lingenfelter,Marvin K. Mayers Pdf

Ministering Cross-Culturally examines the significance of the incarnation for effective cross-cultural ministry. The authors demonstrate that Jesus needed to learn and understand the culture in which he lived before he could undertake his public ministry. The ideas in this book have proven to be successful for thousands of ministers, and the book is destined to be a resource of choice for years to come. Book jacket.

Author : Judith E. Lingenfelter,Sherwood G. Lingenfelter
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2003-06-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781585583089

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Teaching Cross-Culturally by Judith E. Lingenfelter,Sherwood G. Lingenfelter Pdf

Teaching Cross-Culturally is a challenging consideration of what it means to be a Christian educator in a culture other than your own. Chapters include discussions about how to uncover cultural biases, how to address intelligence and learning styles, and teaching for biblical transformation. Teaching Cross-Culturally is ideal for the western-trained educator or missionary who plans to work in a non-western setting, as well as for those who teach in an increasingly multicultural North America.

Author : Mary T. Lederleitner
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2010-02-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830837472

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Cross-Cultural Partnerships by Mary T. Lederleitner Pdf

Cross-cultural specialist Mary Lederleitner brings missiological and financial expertise to explain how global mission efforts can be funded with integrity, mutuality and transparency. Bringing together social science research, biblical principles and on-the-ground examples, she presents best practices for handling funding and finance.

Author : Charles A. Davis
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2015-04-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830897162

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Making Disciples Across Cultures by Charles A. Davis Pdf

Culture affects how we make disciples. We often unconsciously bring our own cultural assumptions into ministry and mission, not realizing that how we think and operate is not necessarily the best or only way to do things. In today's global environment, disciplemaking requires the cultural humility and flexibility to adapt between different cultural approaches. Charles Davis, former director of TEAM, provides a framework for missional disciplemaking across diverse cultural contexts. He shows how we can recalibrate our ministry efforts, like adjusting sound levels on a mixer board, to accommodate different cultural assumptions. With on-the-ground stories from a lifetime of mission experience, Davis navigates such tensions as knowledge and behavior, individualism and collectivism, and truth and works to help Christian workers minister more effectively. Ministry teams, church planters, pastors and missionaries working interculturally at home or overseas can be part of God's movement of making disciples. Discover how the body of Christ grows in the unity and diversity of the global church.

Author : Carissa Alma
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2011-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0982751923

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Thriving in Cross Cultural Ministry by Carissa Alma Pdf

In 1998 Carissa Alma said goodbye to everything and everyone that she had ever known and loved - trading it all for the joy of following Jesus in a cross-cultural setting. Along with the practical skills and expertise acquired throughout her journey of faith, one overriding conclusion burns most brightly in her life: our call is to the embrace of the Lord Himself.Thriving in Cross Cultural Ministry recounts a story that will be told throughout all eternity. A story filled with Holy Spirit inspired truth. A story that not only offers Godly wisdom and counsel for every missionary, but one that encourages the heart of every believer everywhere - whether at home or abroad.

Author : James E. Plueddemann
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830866304

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Leading Across Cultures by James E. Plueddemann Pdf

The worldwide church is more interconnected than ever before, with missionaries going from everywhere to everywhere. Africans work with Australians in India. Koreans plant churches in London and Los Angeles. But globalization also creates challenges for crosscultural tension and misunderstandings, as different cultures have conflicting assumptions about leadership values and styles. Missiologist James E. Plueddemann presents a roadmap for crosscultural leadership development in the global church. With keen understanding of current research on cultural dynamics, he integrates theology with leadership theory to apply biblical insights to practical issues in world mission. Savvy discernment of diverse cultural underpinnings allows multicultural teams to work together with mutual respect for more effective ministry. The author shows how leaders can grow from an individualistic egocentric practice of leadership to a more global-centric approach. The future of the global church depends on effective multicultural leadership. God has called people from various contexts to minister and lead in every land for the sake of the gospel. Whether you are teaching English in China, directing information technology in Africa or pastoring a multiethnic church in North America, discover how you can better work and lead across cultures.

Author : David A. Livermore
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2009-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780801035890

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Cultural Intelligence by David A. Livermore Pdf

An intercultural ministry expert demonstrates the necessity of Cultural Intelligence for effectively serving an increasingly diverse church and world.

Author : Robert S. Miller
Publisher : Xulon Press
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781606479773

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Survival Handbook for Young Pastors by Robert S. Miller Pdf

Author : Christine Ma-Kellams
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2018-09-07
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781442265295

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Cultural Psychology by Christine Ma-Kellams Pdf

Culture comes in many forms. Cultural Psychology: Cross-Cultural and Multicultural Perspectives combines hard science with everyday issues to explore how the intangible forces of our cultural milieu—including the power of race, religion, class, and gender—powerfully changes the way we want, think, and do the things that we do. It covers both cross-cultural differences and multicultural issues, incorporating both approaches to tackle modern issues of diversity and living in a diverse world. Combines both cross-cultural and multicultural approaches in a single comprehensive text. Includes chapters on the newest, most ground-breaking issues facing the study of culture: Unpacks the origins of where culture comes from Discusses the history of culture and modern-day laboratory studies Explains how culture shapes the brain (and how the brain changes culture) Describes cultural change in the era of globalization

Author : Andrew Philip Schachtel,Choon-Hwa Lim,Michael Kenneth Wilson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0869010808

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Changing Lanes, Crossing Cultures by Andrew Philip Schachtel,Choon-Hwa Lim,Michael Kenneth Wilson Pdf

This book is a very practical guide to cross-cultural Christian ministry. It includes an examination of the biblical motivation for cross-cultural ministry, steps to overcome obstacles, practical information on how to get involved & many helpful anecdotes & case studies, along with thought-provoking questions for reflection and discussion.

Author : David J. Hesselgrave
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 676 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0310368111

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Communicating Christ Cross-culturally by David J. Hesselgrave Pdf

As an unparalleled introduction to missionary communication, this thoroughly indexed book examines world views, cognitive processes, linguistic forms, behavioral patterns, social structures, communication media, and motivational sources.

Author : Darrow L. Miller,Disciple Nations Alliance
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2009-06-01
Category : Christian leadership
ISBN : 0984073205

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Servanthood by Darrow L. Miller,Disciple Nations Alliance Pdf