OMSC is delighted to announce the official launch of our fully online and on-demand learning offerings exploring the academic study of world Christianity, mission studies, and intercultural theology.
These three self-paced offerings provide independent learners a streamlined yet critical introduction to the questions and scholarship animating each perspective through a collection of short video lectures from established experts, curated readings, and guided summaries and reflection questions.
Designed in collaboration with Princeton Seminary’s Office of Digital Learning, these offerings are best suited for graduate level learners considering advanced studies and experienced church and missions leaders seeking new perspectives for their ministries.
Exploring World Christianity: Unity and Diversity in the Global Church ($129)
This self-paced course offers an in-depth exploration of World Christianity, the study of Christianity’s diverse expressions around the globe. Drawing on insights from leading scholars like Dr. Dana Robert, Dr. Afe Adogame, and Dr. Brian Stanley, it examines Christianity’s transcultural and transnational nature, its historical ties to the West, and the demographic shift toward the Global South in the 20th century.
Exploring Mission Studies: Rethinking Mission in a Global Age ($129)
This self-paced course offers a comprehensive look at mission studies today, examining its theological, historical, and practical dimensions. Featuring insights from leading scholars such as Dr. Ruth Padilla DeBorst, Dr. Kirsteen Kim, and Dr. Hunter Farrell, the course addresses critical challenges including privilege, power dynamics, and cultural imbalances in Global North-South partnerships.
Exploring Intercultural Theology: Evolving Views of Theology and Culture ($129)
This self-paced course explores the emerging field of intercultural theology, a unique discourse that seeks to bring traditional conceptions of Christian theology into critical dialogue with diverse cultural, social, and religious contexts worldwide. Guided by leading scholars like Dr. Henning Wrogemann, Dr. Dorottya Nagy, and Dr. Benno van den Toren, it traces the discipline’s historical development and covers key themes such as contextual theologies, Global North-South partnerships, and the intersection of theology with social sciences.
