The W. Don McClure Lecture will be held on the same dates
by Pittsburgh Theological Seminary | Special to Presbyterian News Service
Dr. Harvey Kwiyani
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary is set to host its annual World Mission Initiative Conference and W. Don McClure Lecture Oct. 11-12 in person and online.
This year’s event will explore the theme “Mission in the Margins: Lessons and Practices from the Global Church,” and will highlight how we can learn from our siblings in Christ on the other sides of our world. Dr. Harvey Kwiyani, a Malawian theologian currently serving as director of the ACTS 11 Project: Centre for Global Witness and Human Migration at Church Mission Society, will be this year’s keynote presenter.
In the emerging landscape of mission, refugees, migrants, and the church in the Global South — traditionally viewed as recipients of mission goods and services — have become a major source of innovation and leadership in the founding of new worshiping communities, the provision of community services, and the work of advocacy for justice around the world. The two-day conference aims to engage ordained and lay church leaders and those involved in global ministries in mutual learning, support, and collaboration through discussions, workshops, and worship. Attendees will reflect on the vital role of personal relationships in mission work, drawing from both local and global perspectives.
Keynote speakers and breakout sessions will delve into topics such as cross-cultural mission work, challenges and opportunities in contemporary ministry, and practical strategies for building sustainable, relational ministries. Worship sessions will provide opportunities for spiritual renewal and connection with fellow mission-minded individuals.
For more details or to register for the 2024 WMI Conference, go here. Attend the full conference or just the lecture.
Rooted in the Reformed tradition and in relationship with Christ-followers from other traditions, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary forms and equips people for ministries familiar and yet to unfold and communities present and yet to be gathered.
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