Summary:

Dr. Michael Ortiz highlighted the need to integrate theological education with pastoral training to address the church’s vulnerabilities and challenges. The discussion focused on recalibrating theological education to better serve the church’s mission, particularly in response to rapid church growth in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Emphasis was placed on training leaders who can strengthen the church, with key themes highlighting the importance of making theological education accessible, elevating new voices, and measuring impact beyond content delivery to ensure transformational change.

Reflective Questions:

1. What are the current challenges facing theological education, particularly in your region or ministry?
2. How can theological education be recalibrated to better serve the mission of the church?

Action-Oriented Questions:

1. What steps can you take to engage with theological institutions or leaders in your region to integrate mission-focused education into pastoral training?
2. How can you contribute to ensuring theological education is accessible to underserved groups in your ministry or community?

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