Globalizing Theology: Belief and Practice in an Era of World Christianity

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index. Biographical Note: Craig Ott (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is professor of mission and intercultural studies at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and occupies the Evangelical Free Church International Mission Chair. Harold A. Netland (PhD, Claremont Graduate University) is professor of philosophy of religion and intercultural studies and the Naomi A. Fausch Chair of Missions at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is the author of "Encountering Religious Pluralism" and "Dissonant Voices."Publisher Marketing: One of the most powerful forces in the twenty-first century is the increasing phenomenon of globalization. In nearly every realm of human activity, traditional boundaries are disappearing and people worldwide are more interconnected than ever. Christianity has also become more aware of global realities and the important role of the church in non-Western countries. Church leaders must grapple with the implications for theology and ministry in an ever-shrinking world. "Globalizing Theology" is a groundbreaking book that addresses these issues of vital importance to the church. It contains articles from leading scholars, including Tite Tienou, Kevin Vanhoozer, Charles Van Engen, M. Daniel Carroll R., Andrew Walls, Vinoth Ramachandra, and Paul Hiebert. Topics covered include the challenges that globalization brings to theology, how we can incorporate global perspectives into our thinking, and the effect a more global theology has on a variety of important issues. Review Citations: Library Journal 09/01/2006 pg. 153 (EAN 9780801031120, Paperback) Christianity Today 04/01/2007 pg. 88 (EAN 9780801031120, Paperback) Contributor Bio:  Netland, Harold A Harold A. Netland (PhD, Claremont Graduate University) is professor of philosophy of religion and intercultural studies at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, where he also directs the PhD in intercultural studies program. He is the author or coauthor of several books, including "Encountering Religious Pluralism: The Challenge to Christian Faith and Mission", "Dissonant Voices: Religious Pluralism and the Question of Truth", "A Trinitarian Theology of Religions", and "Buddhism: A Christian Exploration and Appraisal". He is also the coeditor of "Globalizing Theology" and "Handbook of Religion".