Missional Theology: An Introduction

by John R. Franke

The notion of missional church and theology has become ubiquitous in the current ecclesial and theological landscape. But what is it all about?In this clear and accessible introduction to missional theology, noted theologian John Franke connects missional Christianity with the life and practice of the local church. He helps readers reenvision theology, showing that it flows from an understanding of the missional character and purposes of God. Franke also explores the implications of missional theology, such as plurality and multiplicity.

192 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 17, 2020

About the author

John R. Franke is a Christian theologian and Theologian in Residence at First Presbyterian Church of Allentown, PA. He was the Lester and Kay Clemens Professor of Missional Theology at Biblical Seminary in Hatfield, PA until 2011. Franke received a BA from Nyack College, an MA from Biblical Theological Seminary, studied at Drew University, and received his D.Phil. from the University of Oxford where he studied with Alister McGrath.

Franke has associated himself with the missional church and Emerging church (EC) movements, having given talks and presentations at various EC conferences. His theology tends to be regarded as postmodern and postconservative.

Reviews

[Marilyn Gardiner · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great book!

One of the concepts taught in this book is: God’s self-revelation to humans does not give us a complete picture or understanding of God. We understand in part. For example, God is light but we have never seen light like that. That’s just a small tidbit of information. I especially enjoyed chapters 1 and 3. You have to read it!

[Geoff Maddock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Essential reading

Brilliant overview of a missional theology. Grounded, aspirational, inspiring, succinct. A much needed text if this round of “missional church” is to survive and mature.