St. Augustine used the term "making progress" to describe the path of growing spiritually but also academically and professionally--three areas that were quite integrated for him. This site represents a bit of my own journal in progress, including reflections on things I'm working on and reading in the areas of history, missiology, theology, or a mix of all of the above. I've also provided links to some of my published work including books, articles, book reviews, and popular essays.
I serve as Professor of Intercultural Studies and History of Global Christianity and Dean of the School of Missions and Intercultural Ministry at Columbia International University. Before entering the world of higher education, I served for 14 years in intercultural ministry in North Africa, France, and the USA. Since 1999, I've been married to my dear wife Shawn and we have three kids: Brennan, Emma, and Eve. I enjoy cycling the backroads of northwest Columbia, drinking bold coffee, and listening to modern rock and old hymns. Outside of my work at CIU, I regularly guest lecture, teach, preach, consult, and do podcast interviews. Please contact me if I can serve your church or organization.
I serve as Professor of Intercultural Studies and History of Global Christianity and Dean of the School of Missions and Intercultural Ministry at Columbia International University. Before entering the world of higher education, I served for 14 years in intercultural ministry in North Africa, France, and the USA. Since 1999, I've been married to my dear wife Shawn and we have three kids: Brennan, Emma, and Eve. I enjoy cycling the backroads of northwest Columbia, drinking bold coffee, and listening to modern rock and old hymns. Outside of my work at CIU, I regularly guest lecture, teach, preach, consult, and do podcast interviews. Please contact me if I can serve your church or organization.
