Return

Against the Current: The Unexpected Challenges of Multi-Ethnic Ministry

Leadership Journal, NC

Description

This article contains an interview with the senior pastor of River City Community Church in Chicago and discusses issues and questions of multi-ethnic congregations.

Features

leadership models, economic diversity, numerical growth

Recommended Audience

Clergy and lay leaders

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

  • Use this article to initiate a conversation about creating a multi-ethnic environment by sharing this article with clergy and lay leaders.
  • Gain insight into how one multi-ethnic congregation was able to address challenges and issues.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Matt Burke

Senior Director of Resource Consulting and Grants

Matt Burke is the senior director of resource consulting and grants for the Center for Congregations. Prior to this role, he also served as the director of the northeast Center for Congregations in Fort Wayne and the Center’s Education Director statewide. Matt has a background in classroom, digital and experiential education and most recently served as the associate director of Learning Science at Kaplan Test Prep. He is passionate about using education to develop deeper faith in congregational participants.

Matt earned a B.A. in Religion from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a Masters of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Kelly, and his two sons, Silas and Levi. Matt also loves storytelling in films, books and music and finding the intersections of faith and popular culture.

Cookies help us deliver our services. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies.