“Fifty years ago the major missiological discussion was UPG (Unreached People Group). This was followed by Urban/Mega Cities, 10/40 Window, Holistic Business as Missions, and Diaspora Missions. While all these remain, the contour of Global Missions, however, in the coming years is Generational and Polycentric missiology. The UPG are now in our own circle. The growing population among the younger people and the aging population cannot be ignored by the Global Church. The gospel is for all people.”
– Sadiri Joy Tira, D.Min., D.Miss.
What other people are saying about From Womb to Tomb:
“If anyone is puzzled by the subtitle of this book “Intergenerational Missiology,” he/she should be informed that “it is a study of inter-generational missions” with the focus on Christological-discipleship, biblical leadership, Kingdom partnerships, respect and loving tender relationship.
In this book, the author skillfully integrated the theoretical frameworks of “Diaspora Missiology” (Joy Tira/Enoch Wan), “Relational Missiology” (Enoch Wan) and “Polycentric Missiology” (Allen Yeh).
This book is regarded as a seminal work within the Lausanne Movement and readers can easily be informed, instructed, and inspired by its rich content and case studies for practical ministries: in bridging the gaps between generations, serving the aging population, and engaging in meaningful Kingdom services in the 21st century context.”
Enoch Wan, PhD
Director of PhD|EdD|DIS Programs
Research Professor of Intercultural Studies
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“Missiology is the mother of theology”, wrote 19th century theologian Martin Kähler, giving birth to context-specific understandings of God. A context can be geographic or demographic and all followers of Jesus are theologians in our contexts. We are all the result of numerous spiritual mothers and fathers and we are parents to many children growing in the faith. This volume highlights the critical importance of intergenerational relationships for the healthy development of World Christianity. The authors teach us that it requires authenticity, integrity, intentionality, mutual respect, and, above all, biblical fidelity in all that we think, do, and are in Christ. Discipleship is not just taught, it is caught—and this book is essential reading for anyone seeking to be positive influence on the next generation of Jesus’ followers in their context for God’s glory everywhere.
Jay Mātenga, D.I.S.
Executive Director
WEA Mission Commission
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Sadiri Joy Tira has offered here an invaluable contribution to the study of intergenerational missiology. His uniqueness includes not only focusing on younger generations, but also older generations who are often the most marginalized and forgotten. He has drawn together an all-star team to expertly weave together biblical theology, personal anecdotes, and the realities of modern global culture. This book is a needed resource in any library!
Allen Yeh, D.Phil
Dean and VP for Academic Affairs
International Theological Seminary/
Learning Synthesis Manager
Lausanne’s Generation Conversation
