Asians are everywhere. They move for education and economic betterment, while others are forcibly displaced. Home to nearly two-thirds of the world’s population, it is inevitable that this region sends out and receives a large share of global migrants. There are few corners of the world devoid of the presence and influence of this far-reaching diaspora.

This collection of essays from leading scholars and seasoned practitioners explores the journeys of modern Asian diasporas from a Christian perspective. Addressing relevant issues contextually, the authors cover pertinent topics such as justice amongst migrant workers, immigration policies, and climate migration, while simultaneously reflecting on the biblical perspective of diaspora. Timely and practical, this book reveals how God moves with Asian people, making himself known amongst them and through them.

Author Bios

Sam George
(Edited By)

SAM GEORGE, PhD serves as the director of Global Diaspora Institute at Wheaton College Billy Graham Center, Illinois, USA, and as a catalyst for diasporas of the Lausanne Movement. He holds degrees in engineering, management, and theology. He teaches diaspora missions and world Christianity globally and has authored/edited a number of books, including the three-volume series, Asian Diaspora Christianity (Fortress Press).

Bulus Galadima
(Edited By)

BULUS GALADIMA, PhD was formerly dean of Cook School of Biola University, California, USA, and provost/president of Jos ECWA Theological Seminary, Nigeria. He currently serves as a catalyst for diasporas of the Lausanne Movement. He is a co-founder of Almanah Rescue Mission, a ministry empowering widows and orphans.

Jeanne Wu
(Edited By)

JEANNE WU, PhD serves on the board of Gospel Operation International and has been involved in ministries and research related to the Chinese diaspora since 2003. Jeanne and her husband were involved in refugee ministries in the USA and then the Middle East with an international organization, and currently co-lead equipping, training programs, and research in the Middle East region.

Endorsements

Asians in Diaspora and Diasporas in Asia presents both a broad and deep exploration of Asian diaspora Christianity. This book will surely open readers’ eyes to the great opportunity God has given us through the diaspora peoples and help us all understand how the church can and should respond.

Rev. Dr. Patrick Fung, PhD
Global Ambassador,
OMF International, Singapore

Like the apostolic letter that was written to encourage “the exiles of the Dispersion in . . . Asia” (1 Peter 1:1) 2000 years ago, so also our colleagues have written from out of the Asian diasporas in and of the 2020s to illuminate us theologically and inspire us missiologically.

Amos Yong, PhD
Professor of Theology and Mission,
Fuller Theological Seminary, California, USA

Through this book, a thoroughly biblical, missiological, and practical examination provides an excellent in-depth study of the unprecedented global missional opportunities of reaching the diaspora for Christ on our very doorstep.

James Hudson Taylor IV, DMin
President,
China Evangelical Seminary, Taiwan

With essays ranging from theological and missiological frameworks to immigration policy and legal assistance, this significant and timely compendium invites both collaborators and readers to engage prayerfully and responsibly in their mission work for the sake of evangelism.

Karen An-hwei Lee, PhD
Provost,
Wheaton College, Illinois, USA

This timely and insightful volume is an invaluable resource for mission leaders, scholars, and practitioners seeking to understand and engage with the complex dynamics of the Asian diaspora today.

David Doong, PhD
General Secretary,
CCCOWE (Chinese Coordination Center of World Evangelization)

This is a valuable anthology of Christian reflections on migration and diaspora. What a wonderful contribution to our continuing conversations about the mission of God amongst the people of God – on the move.

Alexander Chow, PhD
Senior Lecturer in Theology and World Christianity,
Co-Director, Centre for the Study of World Christianity, School of Divinity,
University of Edinburgh, UK

This groundbreaking book offers a comprehensive exploration of the complex and vibrant Asian diaspora for churches, mission organizations, and individuals seeking to understand and respond to the needs of migrants and diaspora communities.

Bishop Efraim M. Tendero
Global Ambassador,
World Evangelical Alliance

In the face of history’s greatest global experience of migrations, here is a compendium that focuses on the diversity and complexity of diasporas from, and in, Asia. An invaluable resource for researchers, ministry leaders, and pastors.

Ivor Poobalan, PhD
Co-Chair, Theology Working Group of the Lausanne Movement
Principal, Colombo Theological Seminary, Sri Lanka

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0F2SNST15
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Langham Global Library (March 31, 2025)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 31, 2025
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.0 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 438 pages

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