Description
An engaging introduction to the experiences of multi-ethnic believers and a path by which to increase engagement and service to these diverse communities, this book is an inspiring call to action for all church leaders to harness the power of the third culture faithful in their midsts.
Author: Mario Melendez
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Published: 12/15/2020
Pages: 154
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d
ISBN13: 9781538147252
ISBN10: 1538147254
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Christian Ministry | Pastoral Resources
- Religion | Christian Living | Leadership & Mentoring
- Social Science | Ethnic Studies | General
About the Author
Mario Manuel Catalino Melendez is Filipino and Cajun French and grew up around the deaf community. He is the Augie Henry Chair of Old Testament and assistant professor of Old Testament and Biblical Studies at Oklahoma Baptist University. He has also served as a minority ministry strategist, Hispanic youth intern, and bible study writer for a refugee church, as well as lecturing on the topic of multi-ethnic ministry. He is a participant in the Hispanic Theological Educators section of the Evangelical Bible Society. He has served as a multi-ethnic ministry consultant in English, Asian, and Hispanic churches in Alabama, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Oklahoma.