Fourteen experts examine the current state of Central Valley prehistoric research and provide an important touchstone for future archaeological study of the regionThe Mississippi Valley region has long played a critical role in the development of American archaeology and continues to be widely known for the major research of the early 1950s. To bring the archaeological record up to date, fourteen Central Valley experts address diverse topics including the distribut...

In a world where violence, polarization, and wars abound, to speak of a theology of “development-salam” is an invitation to be ambassadors of peace and reconciliation, and at the same time to be a prophetic voice denouncing injustice and oppression in its most diverse expressions. This text is an invitation to develop an integral incarnational ministry that gestates deep and transformative changes in all dimensions of life through genuine and reconciled relationships from our vulnerability...

Church, Immah, or Somewhere in Between?Understanding the strength and unity of the ummah— the worldwide Muslim community—and its role in an individual’s identity is essential in comprehending the struggles that Muslims undergo as they turn to faith in Jesus Christ. It has been a place of security, acceptance, protection, and identity; turning away from it entails great sacrifice. Where, then, will Muslims who choose to follow Jesus find their longing for c...

Undivided Witness presents ten key principles linking community development and the emergence of vibrant communities of Jesus followers among the ‘least reached’. Twelve practitioners explore this uncharted missiological space, drawing on decades of serving and learning among communities in Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and South, Central and Southeast Asia.