Supplemental Reading

Here are some references to non-required readings that were used this term in class.

Christianity Rediscovered. By Vincent J. Donovan. New York: Orbis Books, 1978.

This is the story of Donovan experience working East Africa with the Masai. His discovery was that by leaving the school and medical mission facility he was better able to share the gospel. He did not teach literacy or try to change the culture of the Masai, but rather contextualized the message to meet them where they were.

Volunteer Youth Workers: Recruiting and Developing Leaders for Youth Ministry. By J. Dave Stone and Rose Mary Miller. Loveland: Group Books, 1985.

This thin guide encourages and gives practical advice for developing and maintaining vibrant youth groups and youth leaders. The authors use personal experiences as case studies in youth ministries.

"God and War: How Chaplains and Soldiers Struggle to Keep Faith Under Fire." Newsweek. By Eve Conant. May 7, 2007: 26-34

This article follows the experience of a Baptist chaplain working oversees under great physical, emotional and spiritual stress. An excellent case study for missions workers preparing for the field.