Posts by nbuckley
How the Latin American Bible Commentary has changed Elias Lopez’s church
Elias Lopez lives in Costa Rica, working as a pastor in his community of Barrio Los Anonos. He shared his story of stepping into the ministry God called him to, and how the Latin American Bible Commentary is shaping him and his church. Ministry in hard circumstances Elias is known for his generosity with his…
Read MoreVoices from Out of the Margins
Unpacking the purpose of our NEW Young Langham Podcast What does it mean to be a Christian in your context? This is something that we in the Western world haven’t had to give much thought. We’re surrounded by examples of Christian culture and life in our country – and in other countries much like ours!…
Read MoreEmpowering local voices through contextual literature
In the heart of Francophone Africa in Côte d’Ivoire, a pastor and editor named Stéphane Bilé is championing the cause of contextual literature through his role at LivresHippo, a publishing initiative of Langham Literature. Stéphane’s journey into editorial work began in 2015 when he was presented with an opportunity by his former professor, Dr Solomon…
Read MoreRaising up local preaching facilitators in South Asia
“I often say, ‘Langham Preaching changed my life and saved my ministry’.” Kedo Peseyie grew up in a Christian home in the north of his South Asian country. He attended church and always considered himself a Christian, until he was confronted with explaining the gospel to someone else. Kedo shares, “When I was 18, I…
Read MoreMore than words – sharing books that enable faithful preaching
What would you do if you needed to get a book to prepare for a series of sermons? Head to the library, a local bookstore or most commonly – just jump online and order it directly to your door! For much of the Majority World, this unfettered access to books and resources isn’t possible. Whether…
Read MoreDecember 2023 News
What’s inside A note from Gillean CEO of Langham Australia I am delighted to share the news that Rev Dr Riad Aziz Kassis has been appointed to the role of International Director of Langham Partnership International. You have known Riad as the Director of Langham Scholars’ Program for the past 11 years. When Rev Tayo…
Read MoreDecember Prayer Points
Please join us in praying for Langham around the world. Preaching Pray for our Continental Directors who oversee staff in Latin America, Europe, the Caribbean, Africa, Asia and the South Pacific. Pray for wisdom and strength as they lead disparate teams around the world from diverse backgrounds and cultures.Pray for Preaching events happening in these…
Read MoreThe joy of Christ amid the challenges of ministry
An update from Langham Partnership Australia CEO, Gillean Smiley Recently our CEO Gillean Smiley was interviewed by our counterparts at Langham Partnership UK on the highs and lows of the work of Langham in Australia! Read on to learn about our ministry or watch the video below. Beyond the legacy and looking to the future…
Read MoreTraining the whole church to know and serve Jesus
Dinorah B. Méndez is a Langham Scholar who is working and ministering in her home country of Mexico. She is the director of Byblos Institute in Durango, Mexico, a centre of strategic biblical training for lay leaders. Seeing the whole church equipped Dinorah did her PhD at Oxford Centre for Mission Studies, UK on a…
Read MoreWhy PhDs are what Majority World Christian leaders need
How God multiplies the impact of His faithful workers If someone asked you ‘What will create the most transformation in the Majority World church?’, would your first response be ‘Enable more people to get their PhD’? In the Majority World, the gospel is spreading far and wide, but the challenge has long been enabling Christians…
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