Faith on the Road
Religion & Spirituality
About
In a time marked by wars, migratory crises, natural disasters, famines, and politics of death, we are aware that “where we do and when we do our theology matter.” And we choose to do our theology as we follow Jesus in the troubled roads of our world, platforming and engaging some of the most brilliant theological leaders on the front lines. This is a podcast by Scholar Leaders. For more information, visit https://www.scholarleaders.org/ .
Episodes
- What Displacement Does to the Human Soul with Kevin Yau
This episode features Kevin Yau discussing the profound effects of displacement on the human soul, exploring the intricate connections between trauma, faith, and spiritual formation amidst suffering. Yau draws on his extensive work with re…
- Helping the Church Respond to Domestic Abuse with Hepziba Arputharaj
Hepziba Arputharaj shares observations on domestic abuse within Indian Christian marriages, noting that forms of nonphysical violence are widespread and often normalized. Her PhD research at Asbury Theological Seminary focuses on how the C…
- Understanding the Bible Through the Lens of Displacement with Dr. Milton Acosta
Dr. Milton Acosta shares his path to Old Testament studies and theological education, focusing on his work with displaced populations in Colombia, a country with millions displaced due to armed conflict. He is a professor at FUSBC in Medel…
- The Future of Theological Education with Dr. Tite Tiénou
In the season finale of Faith on the Road, hosts Christopher M. Hays and Evan Hunter speak with Dr. Tite Tiénou about the future of theological education. Dr. Tiénou shares insights from his decades of leadership and ministry, discussing h…
- Trained but Untransformed: Rethinking Spiritual Formation in Theological Education
This episode of Faith on the Road discusses spiritual formation in theological education with Dr. David Wang, exploring its shortcomings, the impact of trauma, and the centrality of lament. Dr. Wang proposes a holistic and relational visio…
- Serving God Under Siege with Valentyn Syniy
Dr. Valentyn Syniy recounts his experiences during the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, including the seizure of the Traviski Christian Institute and his efforts to evacuate students and faculty to safety. While displaced, he and his team…
- Teología Indígena en Abya Yala con Jocabed Solano & Dr. Gene Green
This episode features Jocabed Solano and Dr. Gene Green discussing Indigenous theology from Abya Yala. They explore how Christian thought emerges from indigenous communities where reciprocity, community, land, and ancestors are central, an…
- Doing Theology in a War Zone: Palestine/Israel and Ukraine in Dialogue with Dr. Yohanna Katanacho & Taras Dyatlik
Dr. Yohanna Katanacho and Taras Dyatlik discuss theological work and living in conflict zones like Palestine/Israel and Ukraine, exploring responses to suffering and the call for forgiveness and justice.
- Doing Theology in a War Zone (Palestine) with John Munayer
Palestinian theologian John Munayer shares his experiences of doing theology in a war zone, discussing life and work amidst violence, displacement, and loss in Palestine. This episode reflects on the ongoing conflict and its impact.
- [Re-release] Doing Theology in a War Zone (Ukraine) with Dr. Ivan Rusyn
This episode features Dr. Ivan Rusyn discussing the challenges and realities of theological education in Ukraine during the ongoing war. It explores how conflict reshapes theological questions, the Church's role in crisis, and the practice…
- Prophetic Voice and the Global Church with Dr. Ruth Padilla DeBorst & Kazusa Okaya
Dr. Ruth Padilla DeBorst and Kazusa Okaya explore the concept of a prophetic voice and its significance for Christians worldwide. They discuss challenges in contexts of injustice and what the Western church can learn from the Majority Worl…
- Doing Theology in a War Zone (Ukraine) with Dr. Ivan Rusyn
Dr. Ivan Rusyn joins Faith on the Road to discuss theological education in Ukraine amidst war. He shares insights on how conflict reshapes theological inquiry, the Church's role in crisis, and faithful witness during wartime.