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Partnering toward Indigenization

Vol. 11, No. 1

The themes that emerged from the Leader Development Consultaton held in November 2008 included principles of indigenized leader developement, mutual learning to achieve indigenization, and the pursuit of indigenization in light of globalization.

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The Moving Population of China

China's migrant population presents both challenges and uncertainties.

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The Family in China

What are the major shifts that have taken place in Chinese families over the years and what have been the underlying causes behind them?

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Benefits from Hosting the Olympic Games

The Olympic Games are bringing major changes to Beijing and to the nation.

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Leader Development

What Is Our Role?

In the last decade or so, there has been an increasing realization in the church around the world—especially in areas of fast church growth—of the need to build leaders. In response, there has been a steady growth of "leader development ministries." But, what exactly does a "leader development ministry" do?

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Chinese Leadership in the 21st Century

A New Paradigm

The impact of Chinese leaders on the world has implications that reach not only the areas in which they are leaders but also into areas of spiritual influence as well.

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Greater China’s Great Transformation

What is ahead for China in the coming years? What can we glean from China's past that helps us understand what may be ahead for China and for the church in China?

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The Effects of China’s Global Trajectory

The effects of China's increasing global influence and involvement is being felt both around the world and at home in China.

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Developing the Next Generation of Christian Leaders in China

The rapid growth of the church in China has created a critical need for church leaders. Traditional, western models of leadership development are inadequate to meet the need. The challenges to leadership development and suggested best practices are discussed in light of the changes in China and potential future ministries.

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Business as Ministry

A look at one business that is being used effectively to bring the gospel to the people of one community.