It has been about two weeks now since the merger happening at Multnomah University became official. Some have described the move as a merger of mission, others an acquisition, and even a partnership. Many have struggled to define what kind of merger we are undergoing. Whatever the term, I am happy we have found a … Continue reading Transitions – Finding Hope in the Midst of Change
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Panel Discussion on the Israeli/Hamas Conflict
This is a tough topic. The issues are complex, and the views are divergent, but without a doubt anyone who is a witness to the brutal atrocities taking place grieve and lament the cost of war on innocent people. As I am growing in my own Anabaptist Mennonite faith, I am deeply moved by the … Continue reading Panel Discussion on the Israeli/Hamas Conflict
Living on the Margins: Reimagining Mission with John Shorack
Recently I had the opportunity to interview John Shorack who, together with his wife Birgit and three children, lived for 20 years in one of the many barrios on the margins of Caracas, Venezuela. In a raw and open interview, John shares about their lives and work with the ministry InnerCHANGE. John also touches upon … Continue reading Living on the Margins: Reimagining Mission with John Shorack
MAGDJ Turns 10!
We are reveling in our 10 year anniversary celebration this year. The MA in Global Development and Justice (MAGDJ) program prepares students to work across the nexus of justice, transformational development and peacebuilding work. We started our classes with cohort 1 in the Fall of 2013. Over the past 10 years we have seen students … Continue reading MAGDJ Turns 10!
Westerner Abuse and Child Protection
This was certainly not an easy conversation to have, but believe it is critical that we join in with voices from around the world to discuss the importance of child protection! Check out the notes section in the podcast to read up on the importance of safeguarding in our world today. https://thinkorphan.com/2023/09/26/232-the-westerner-abuse-and-child-protection-conversation/
Learning Outside the Classroom
Learning outside the classroom is a passion of mine. Now don't get me wrong, I still love engaging in great discussions with my students in the classroom, but there is nothing comparable to walking the paths of Boneza, Rwanda with Arise Rwanda Ministries or visiting with our friends at Casa Viva in San José, Costa … Continue reading Learning Outside the Classroom
Subversive Mission – A Way Forward in Mission Engagement
We were privileged to recently have Craig Greenfield of Alongsiders International with us in the studio and on campus here at Multnomah sharing on his new book, Subversive Mission. In this episode, our first in season 2, we cover important questions from his book about the place that Westerners and others play in global mission. … Continue reading Subversive Mission – A Way Forward in Mission Engagement
Ethical International Partnerships involving Children & Residential Care
https://vimeo.com/694628450/fed0ed42e5 Loved the opportunity to join this panel to discuss Ethical International Partnerships involving Children & Residential Care and disentangling our Universities and organizations from supporting some institutional care models. While residential care is still needed as a short-term remedy to support and protect children in some circumstances, it's time our efforts become re-prioritized in … Continue reading Ethical International Partnerships involving Children & Residential Care
What is Witness?
Recently, I joined with Dr. Karen Fancher to contribute an answer to this question during our campus-wide Global Ministry Week at Multnomah. We reflected on the following out of the Gospel of Mark : Mark 1:40-45 40 And a man with leprosy came to Jesus, imploring Him and kneeling down, and saying to Him, “If You are willing, You … Continue reading What is Witness?
Podcast with MU Talks: Discussing Child Protection and the Development and Justice Podcast
https://soundcloud.com/mutalks/protectingthevulnerable?si=6132ef66d9434ec9a9aa5604ceb65d32&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing&fbclid=IwAR1iw_uqmALK4D8zels6JwUNieDryVnwNQlPXFOU1ND0ZBcTja1DLPFck1E Loved the opportunity to be featured on the MU Talks podcast and to dialogue with Alin Vrancila, Rob Hildebrand and Renee Duffy on the subject of Child Protection and Development and Justice Podcast. Was caught off guard a little by the rapid fire questions, but still enjoyed it and hope I did the topic … Continue reading Podcast with MU Talks: Discussing Child Protection and the Development and Justice Podcast
Development and Justice 