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Papers by Oscar Garcia-Johnson

Research paper thumbnail of Nuevo Mundo Theology as a Latinx Decolonial Response to the Global Crisis in Theological Education

Research paper thumbnail of TOWARDS A PROBIOTIC PASTORAL THEOLOGY: THE BIBLE AND THE LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY IN THE AMERICAN GLOBAL SOUTH

The great challenge for emerging pastoral generations in the American Global South context is how... more The great challenge for emerging pastoral generations in the American Global South context is how to think with our own mind, feel with our own heart, speak with our own voice, read the Bible with our own eyes, act with our own hands, and walk toward God's preferred future with our own feet. Our generational task is not simply reduced to being anti or pro-gay. Our generational task involves an agonizing walk with our communities whose context is of premature death and whose challenge takes the form of the Gospel of Life that calls us to be the church, the body of Christ, brothers and sisters of all people created by God, which includes those who self-identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community but who are suffering the same miseries like anyone else in this context.

Moving beyond a two-point western ethics into a full-blown life ethics in the American Global South requires an epistemic and strategic delinking from certain ultra-fundamentalist and ultra-liberal evangelical sectors of the United States and their global branches. It requires moving away from surrogacy, that is, from being used as bodies and bullets for a war that is not about us and for us but kills us anyway.

Research paper thumbnail of Eldin Villafañe Introducción al Pentecostalismo: Manda fuego, Señor (Nashville, TN: AETH/Abingdon Press, 2012), 191 pp. $19.99 paper

Research paper thumbnail of A Theology of the Word of God for Today's Pressing Ministry Questions

If we are honest, we often carry a number of pressing questions in our ministry, hoping to find t... more If we are honest, we often carry a number of pressing questions in our ministry, hoping to find the time to think about them carefully and faithfully. But most of the time, we do not find that time! As a result, we continue in ministry and life feeling a bit burdened because of these unresolved pressing questions. Here is a brief articulation of the Word of God for Today's ministers and theologians dealing with pressing issues inspired by Ray Anderson's The Shape of Practical Theology

Research paper thumbnail of Day 40 -The Last and Wretched of the World

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 32 -Sensuous Reason (Sentipensar

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 28 -Obedient Leadership

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 27 — Stumbling in Perseverance

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 26 -Righteous Compassion

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 21 -Abba Father and Social Orphanhood Today

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 19 Words of Life and Death

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 17 -Conviviality, A Probiotic Theology

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 1 -Loneliness, Hatred, and Healing

The Depth of Loneliness and Hatred We all need emotional health to be happy. Loneliness is a symp... more The Depth of Loneliness and Hatred We all need emotional health to be happy. Loneliness is a symptom of unhappiness. I was first reminded of that one day when listening to the American evangelist Billy Graham. He insisted that North Americans were feeling lonelier than ever, despite being surrounded by wealth, commodities, and the freedom of religion. That observation has kept me thinking for a couple of decades. Graham's observation, however, emerged from his evangelistic passion and sympathy toward his general audience.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 5 -Renunciation: The Preferential Option for Jesus

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Becoming a Christian Scholar in Times of Terror and Amazement: 2024 Hooding Ceremony

**A Brief Speech to Charge the New PhD in Theology and Intercultural Studies Graduates of 2024** ... more **A Brief Speech to Charge the New PhD in Theology and Intercultural Studies Graduates of 2024**

Elaborates imaginatively on Acts 1:1-10 to suggest that committed scholarship is, from the start, an existential stand against the decomposition of the world; hence, a Christian praxis accompaniment of the oppressed in the backdrop of terror and amazement.

Research paper thumbnail of The Politics of the Espíritu

Research paper thumbnail of Melody of Catastrophe: Unlearning Silence to Understand the Landless

Upon my return from Palestine and Israel (24 hours before the war), some of you might be wonderin... more Upon my return from Palestine and Israel (24 hours before the war), some of you might be wondering about my thoughts on the recent resistant operation by the Izz el Din al-Qassam Brigades, known as the Al-Aqsa Flood.

Research paper thumbnail of Equipping Hispanic Immigrant Pastors for Holistic Mission

The Centro Latino at Fuller Theological Seminary seeks to equip Hispanic pastors with the “tools ... more The Centro Latino at Fuller Theological Seminary seeks to equip Hispanic pastors with the “tools to draw on their faith to create a better world”, which is a core component of holistic mission. Through comparative case studies, the first phase of this research examines the journeys of sixteen graduates of Centro Latino to explore the factors which impacted their capacity to implement holistic mission strategies in and with their ministries. As part of this process, this study reviews the roles played by culture, context and theological education in helping or hindering their efforts. The second and third phases of the research involves collaborating with the research subjects to develop and carry out a pilot program of continuing education activities through Centro Latino designed to increase their capacity to carry out holistic mission. Using a theoretical framework which integrates research on the impact of theological education on ministry practice, research on the Hispanic context and corresponding strategies for spiritual and practical formation for holistic mission, this study analyzes the results of the pilot program to arrive at recommendations for Centro Latino in particular and Hispanic theological education programs in general for equipping evangelical/Pentecostal Hispanic immigrant pastors for holistic mission

Research paper thumbnail of ¿Hay Libros Inmorales?

Un ensayo que busca repensar el tema de la moralidad en la literatura a la luz de cómo y por qué ... more Un ensayo que busca repensar el tema de la moralidad en la literatura a la luz de cómo y por qué Jorge Luis Borges y Oscar Wilde difieren al respecto. Se usa la critica descolonial para proponer que la amoralidad es una ficcionización irrealizable del autor y el lector. La tarea del buen escribir y buen leer en las Américas requieren del reconocimiento de la diferencia colonial y moral del autor, crítico y lector.

Research paper thumbnail of Acentos éticos de J.H. Yoder y alternativas éticas latinas estadounidenses

Se han sugerido diferentes maneras de cómo articular el discurso ético cristiano en el mundo que ... more Se han sugerido diferentes maneras de cómo articular el discurso ético cristiano en el mundo que nos rodea. Generalmente se parte o se llega a un binomio común expresado en diferente guisa: La ciudad de Dios y la Ciudad del hombre(Agustín); El reino de Dios y el reino [s] del mundo (Lutero); La iglesia y la sociedad [cultura] (Troeltsch); Cristo y la cultura (Niebuhr). En esta ocasión retomaremos este binomio y sus implicaciones teológicas pero en la guisa de la ética como la contemplan John Howard Yoder y algunos teólogos latinos/as estadounidenses.

Research paper thumbnail of Nuevo Mundo Theology as a Latinx Decolonial Response to the Global Crisis in Theological Education

Research paper thumbnail of TOWARDS A PROBIOTIC PASTORAL THEOLOGY: THE BIBLE AND THE LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY IN THE AMERICAN GLOBAL SOUTH

The great challenge for emerging pastoral generations in the American Global South context is how... more The great challenge for emerging pastoral generations in the American Global South context is how to think with our own mind, feel with our own heart, speak with our own voice, read the Bible with our own eyes, act with our own hands, and walk toward God's preferred future with our own feet. Our generational task is not simply reduced to being anti or pro-gay. Our generational task involves an agonizing walk with our communities whose context is of premature death and whose challenge takes the form of the Gospel of Life that calls us to be the church, the body of Christ, brothers and sisters of all people created by God, which includes those who self-identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community but who are suffering the same miseries like anyone else in this context.

Moving beyond a two-point western ethics into a full-blown life ethics in the American Global South requires an epistemic and strategic delinking from certain ultra-fundamentalist and ultra-liberal evangelical sectors of the United States and their global branches. It requires moving away from surrogacy, that is, from being used as bodies and bullets for a war that is not about us and for us but kills us anyway.

Research paper thumbnail of Eldin Villafañe Introducción al Pentecostalismo: Manda fuego, Señor (Nashville, TN: AETH/Abingdon Press, 2012), 191 pp. $19.99 paper

Research paper thumbnail of A Theology of the Word of God for Today's Pressing Ministry Questions

If we are honest, we often carry a number of pressing questions in our ministry, hoping to find t... more If we are honest, we often carry a number of pressing questions in our ministry, hoping to find the time to think about them carefully and faithfully. But most of the time, we do not find that time! As a result, we continue in ministry and life feeling a bit burdened because of these unresolved pressing questions. Here is a brief articulation of the Word of God for Today's ministers and theologians dealing with pressing issues inspired by Ray Anderson's The Shape of Practical Theology

Research paper thumbnail of Day 40 -The Last and Wretched of the World

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 32 -Sensuous Reason (Sentipensar

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 28 -Obedient Leadership

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 27 — Stumbling in Perseverance

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 26 -Righteous Compassion

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 21 -Abba Father and Social Orphanhood Today

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 19 Words of Life and Death

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 17 -Conviviality, A Probiotic Theology

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 1 -Loneliness, Hatred, and Healing

The Depth of Loneliness and Hatred We all need emotional health to be happy. Loneliness is a symp... more The Depth of Loneliness and Hatred We all need emotional health to be happy. Loneliness is a symptom of unhappiness. I was first reminded of that one day when listening to the American evangelist Billy Graham. He insisted that North Americans were feeling lonelier than ever, despite being surrounded by wealth, commodities, and the freedom of religion. That observation has kept me thinking for a couple of decades. Graham's observation, however, emerged from his evangelistic passion and sympathy toward his general audience.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 5 -Renunciation: The Preferential Option for Jesus

Decolonial Love in Times of Hatred, 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Becoming a Christian Scholar in Times of Terror and Amazement: 2024 Hooding Ceremony

**A Brief Speech to Charge the New PhD in Theology and Intercultural Studies Graduates of 2024** ... more **A Brief Speech to Charge the New PhD in Theology and Intercultural Studies Graduates of 2024**

Elaborates imaginatively on Acts 1:1-10 to suggest that committed scholarship is, from the start, an existential stand against the decomposition of the world; hence, a Christian praxis accompaniment of the oppressed in the backdrop of terror and amazement.

Research paper thumbnail of The Politics of the Espíritu

Research paper thumbnail of Melody of Catastrophe: Unlearning Silence to Understand the Landless

Upon my return from Palestine and Israel (24 hours before the war), some of you might be wonderin... more Upon my return from Palestine and Israel (24 hours before the war), some of you might be wondering about my thoughts on the recent resistant operation by the Izz el Din al-Qassam Brigades, known as the Al-Aqsa Flood.

Research paper thumbnail of Equipping Hispanic Immigrant Pastors for Holistic Mission

The Centro Latino at Fuller Theological Seminary seeks to equip Hispanic pastors with the “tools ... more The Centro Latino at Fuller Theological Seminary seeks to equip Hispanic pastors with the “tools to draw on their faith to create a better world”, which is a core component of holistic mission. Through comparative case studies, the first phase of this research examines the journeys of sixteen graduates of Centro Latino to explore the factors which impacted their capacity to implement holistic mission strategies in and with their ministries. As part of this process, this study reviews the roles played by culture, context and theological education in helping or hindering their efforts. The second and third phases of the research involves collaborating with the research subjects to develop and carry out a pilot program of continuing education activities through Centro Latino designed to increase their capacity to carry out holistic mission. Using a theoretical framework which integrates research on the impact of theological education on ministry practice, research on the Hispanic context and corresponding strategies for spiritual and practical formation for holistic mission, this study analyzes the results of the pilot program to arrive at recommendations for Centro Latino in particular and Hispanic theological education programs in general for equipping evangelical/Pentecostal Hispanic immigrant pastors for holistic mission

Research paper thumbnail of ¿Hay Libros Inmorales?

Un ensayo que busca repensar el tema de la moralidad en la literatura a la luz de cómo y por qué ... more Un ensayo que busca repensar el tema de la moralidad en la literatura a la luz de cómo y por qué Jorge Luis Borges y Oscar Wilde difieren al respecto. Se usa la critica descolonial para proponer que la amoralidad es una ficcionización irrealizable del autor y el lector. La tarea del buen escribir y buen leer en las Américas requieren del reconocimiento de la diferencia colonial y moral del autor, crítico y lector.

Research paper thumbnail of Acentos éticos de J.H. Yoder y alternativas éticas latinas estadounidenses

Se han sugerido diferentes maneras de cómo articular el discurso ético cristiano en el mundo que ... more Se han sugerido diferentes maneras de cómo articular el discurso ético cristiano en el mundo que nos rodea. Generalmente se parte o se llega a un binomio común expresado en diferente guisa: La ciudad de Dios y la Ciudad del hombre(Agustín); El reino de Dios y el reino [s] del mundo (Lutero); La iglesia y la sociedad [cultura] (Troeltsch); Cristo y la cultura (Niebuhr). En esta ocasión retomaremos este binomio y sus implicaciones teológicas pero en la guisa de la ética como la contemplan John Howard Yoder y algunos teólogos latinos/as estadounidenses.

Research paper thumbnail of Day 2 -World Disappointment and Healing

Decolonial Love in Time of Hatred , 2024

One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification... more One of forty devotional entries reflecting on the crisis of world conviviality, the amplification of hatred by tribal globalized ideologies of the Colonial Matrix of Power [world system], and the possibility of intercultural/interpolitical conviviality. Imitatio Christi is reappropriated by way of Desert Spirituality, Christopraxis, and decoloniality. Sensing in the Spirit, Orthopathos, is reimagined as "sentipensar" (sensuous reason) —an indigenous knowledge ecology. Following the conceptual map of García-Johnson's Probiotic Theology (Nuevo Mundo Theology), the themes are not organized systematically but rather rhizomatically. Aimed at communal and personal transformation, the most effective section for readers comes at the end, with the personal journal prompts.

Research paper thumbnail of Teología del Nuevo Mundo: Introdución General

Teología del Nuevo Mundo, 2022

Este ensayo es una introducción general a la serie Teología del Nuevo Mundo publicada a partir de... more Este ensayo es una introducción general a la serie Teología del Nuevo Mundo publicada a partir del 2022 por Editorial CLIE, Barcelona. La serie emerge como una propuesta otra ante la carencia e ineficiencia del lenguaje teológico tradicional (de corte occidental o bien anti-occidental) en el continente americano (sistemática, teología histórica, ética, teología contextual, etc.)

Research paper thumbnail of Lectura TransAmericana del "Protestantismo y Democracia en A.L." - Reacción a Tomás Gutiérrez Sánchez

La reacción aborda la pregunta ¿hasta qué punto y de qué manera ha sido el fenómeno protestante u... more La reacción aborda la pregunta ¿hasta qué punto y de qué manera ha sido el fenómeno protestante un factor democratizante y emancipador a favor de América Latina?¿Cómo se comparan estos procesos dialecticos de protestantización y democratización sociopolítica cuando los analizamos en el telón de fondo de América Latina versus Europa del Norte y Estados Unidos?

Research paper thumbnail of Leadership in Prophetic Times: A Message That Matters to People in Captivity

A speech in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

Research paper thumbnail of Teología y Descolonialidad: Del Panamericanismo al Trans-Americanismo

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