Lausanne Movement Podcast

What if the true measure of ministry isn’t size or success—but simple faithfulness to Jesus?
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Daniel Im—author, pastor, and disciple-maker—shares his powerful journey from disillusionment in ministry to a renewed vision for the local church. He opens up about his own season of pain and healing, challenges traditional church growth models, and invites us to embrace the call of making disciples who make disciples. This conversation is both deeply pastoral and profoundly practical for anyone passionate about the Great Commission.
Main Points
Faithfulness Over Greatness – Why doing things for a great God matters more than striving for great things.
Healing from Disillusionment – Daniel’s 14-year journey of pain, surrender, and renewed calling.
Rethinking Church Growth – Moving beyond numbers and attractional models to Spirit-led ministry.
A Framework for Discipleship – Four simple practices: gather, grow, give, and go together.
The Lausanne Vision – How disciple-making churches can awaken cities and nations to King Jesus.
Call to Action
If this conversation encouraged you, take a moment to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone passionate about discipleship and the global church.
Links & Resources
Daniel Im’s website: danielim.com
The Discipleship Opportunity by Daniel Im: https://www.amazon.com/Discipleship-Opportunity-Leading-Great-Commission-Post-Everything/dp/1641587490
No Silver Bullets by Daniel Im: https://www.amazon.com/No-Silver-Bullets-Transform-Ministry/dp/1433651548
Guest Bio
Daniel Im is the Lead Pastor of Beulah Alliance Church in Edmonton, Alberta, a Bible teacher on 100 Huntley Street, and the author of several books including The Discipleship Opportunity: Leading a Great-Commission Church in a Post-Everything World, No Silver Bullets, Planting Missional Churches, and You Are What You Do. He has served in churches ranging from 100 to 50,000 people across Canada, Korea, and the U.S., and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience from Western Theological Seminary. Daniel has co-hosted podcasts with over 3 million downloads and now co-hosts the IMbetween Podcast with his wife, Christina, equipping couples to build marriages and families they love. Married since 2006, Daniel and Christina have three children and speak together at FamilyLife Canada’s Weekend Getaway Marriage Conference.

Imagine the gospel in every heart language through digital storytelling. Discover how projects like The Chosen illustrate the power of media, collaboration, and creativity in advancing global mission.
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Stan Jantz, Global Ambassador for the Come and See Foundation, the organization behind The Chosen. Together, they explore how digital media can serve as a powerful tool for mission, the role of storytelling in reaching across cultures, and the global impact of translating The Chosen into 600 languages. Stan also shares his personal mission of being “an influence for the Lord” and how collaboration can accelerate the Great Commission.
 
Main Points:
Digital media as the third great shift in mission history (after Roman roads and the printing press).
The vision of The Chosen: reaching one billion people in their heart language through translation into 600+ languages.
Why storytelling resonates across cultures and generations — and why Gen Z is drawn to beauty and excellence.
How collaboration with ministries like Alpha, Cru, and Prison Fellowship multiplies impact.
Stan’s life mission: being “an influence for the Lord” through integrity, humility, and generosity.
 
Call to Action:
If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and share this conversation with a friend who is passionate about mission in the digital age. For more resources, visit lausanne.org.
 
Links & Resources:
Come and See Foundation - https://www.comeandseefoundation.org/
The Chosen App - https://www.thechosen.tv/en-us
True Story by James Choung - https://www.amazon.com/True-Story-Christianity-Worth-Believing/dp/0830836098
The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God by Justin Brierley - https://www.amazon.com/Surprising-Rebirth-Belief-God-Christianity/dp/1496466772

🔥 What kind of church will shape Africa in 2060? According to Pastor Pascal Ndagijimana, it starts with indigenous disciple-makers who multiply from the ground up.
🎧 Episode Summary
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Pastor Pascal Ndagijimana shares how God transformed his life—from homelessness in Kigali to becoming a movement leader equipping disciple-makers across Sub-Saharan Africa. As founder of the Humira Mission Agency and President of the Evangelical Baptist Churches of Rwanda, Pascal unpacks how deep discipleship, indigenous leadership, and grassroots mission are preparing the church in Africa for a spiritual awakening in the coming decades.
📌 Main Points & Takeaways
• A Story of Redemption and Calling: How Pascal’s encounter with Christ as a street youth changed everything—and led to a lifetime of mission.
• Why He Returned to Rwanda: Despite opportunities in the U.S. after Wheaton, obedience to God’s call drew him back to invest in the African church.
• Rwanda Ministry Context: In Rwanda, people are no longer convinced by words—they want to see lives transformed.
• Humira Mission Agency: A growing network training local leaders as tentmaking disciple-makers in Rwanda, Uganda, DRC, and Mozambique.
• Discipleship Is a Lifestyle: Beyond events or teaching—it’s about relationships, obedience, and slow, intentional investment.
• How to Train Multipliers: Pascal shares how they equip leaders with theological depth, practical skills, and character formation.
• Encouragement for Discouraged Leaders: Disappointment is part of the journey—Jesus experienced it too. Keep going.
🙌 Call to Action
If you were inspired by Pascal’s story and vision, take a moment to pray for the work of the Humira Mission Agency and the future of the African church. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with a ministry leader or missionary friend.
🔗 Links & Resources
• 🌍 Humira Mission Agency – https://humuramissionagency.org/
Guest Bio:
Pascal Ndagijimana is a Rwandan church planter, pastor, and movement leader passionate about multiplying indigenous disciple-makers across Africa. He is the founder of Humura Mission Agency (HMA), serves as President of the Evangelical Baptist Churches of Rwanda, and is also the Vice President of Africa Bora Ministries.
Pascal pastors Rugerero Village Baptist Church and is widely known as a Bible teacher and conference speaker. Through HMA, he organizes leadership and discipleship conferences that equip local leaders in Rwanda, Uganda, the DRC, and Mozambique.
A graduate of Wheaton College (M.A. in Evangelism and Leadership), Pascal was also part of the Lausanne Younger Leaders Gathering in 2016 (YLG2016)—an experience that helped shape his vision for grassroots disciple-making movements.
He and his wife, Peace, have two children, and serves full-time with Humura Mission Agency.

🔥 How can churches move beyond simply gathering people to actually making disciples who transform communities?
🎧 Summary
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson talks with Mark Williamson, leader, coach, and pioneer behind One Rock International and Fresh Expressions UK. Mark shares how disciple-making lies at the heart of true church growth, why he believes Fresh Expressions of church are crucial for reaching today’s world, and how raising Christlike leaders fuels Kingdom transformation. Packed with practical examples and spiritual wisdom, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone passionate about seeing the global Church thrive.
💡 Main Points
Why Disciple-Making Matters: Mark explains why many churches miss the mark on making disciples—and how this affects the Church’s mission in the world.
Fresh Expressions of Church: Hear how innovative forms of church like Café Church and Messy Church are reaching people who’d never step into traditional services.
Pioneering vs. Planting: Learn why Fresh Expressions focuses on pioneering new communities shaped by local culture rather than simply replicating existing church models.
Principles for Global Mission: Mark shares key steps for listening to your community, discerning local needs, and launching contextual ministry initiatives.
One Rock International: Discover how Mark’s organization equips leaders through content, coaching, and community to develop Christlike character and impactful leadership skills.
Keys to Discipleship: Mark highlights three essentials for disciple-making: one-on-one relationships, role modeling, and giving people real responsibility.
Encouragement from Hudson Taylor: Be inspired by the reminder that in God’s work, everything moves from impossible, to difficult, to done.
📣 Call to Action
Are you ready to build a disciple-making church and raise leaders who transform communities for Christ? Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and share this episode with your network. Explore more resources on our website to equip your journey in global mission.
🔗 Links & Resources
One Rock International → onerockinternational.comDeveloping Christlike leaders through content, coaching, and community.
Fresh Expressions UK → freshexpressions.org.ukPioneering new forms of church for those not reached by traditional models.
Messy Church → messychurch.org.ukIntergenerational, hands-on church for families.
Contact Mark Williamson → mark@onerockinternational.com
 
Mark Williamson is the co-founder and Executive Director of One Rock International, where he equips emerging Christian leaders through spiritual formation, coaching, and leadership training. He also serves as Chair of the Board for Fresh Expressions UK, helping pioneer new forms of missional church that reach people outside traditional congregations.
A Methodist lay preacher and seasoned leadership trainer, Mark has spent over 20 years mentoring church planters, social entrepreneurs, and ministry pioneers across the globe. He has helped lead innovative faith communities like Sanctuary Westminster in central London, and he regularly writes and teaches on Christlike leadership, disciple-making, and the global mission of the church.

🔥How do we reach the lost generation waiting just beyond the walls of the church, longing for hope they don’t know exists?”
✨ Episode Summary
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Luke Greenwood, European Director of Steiger International, to unpack what it means to bring bold faith and creative evangelism into the heart of today’s global youth culture. From his journey as a missionary kid in Brazil to leading gospel movements across European cities, Luke shares powerful stories, practical strategies, and a passionate call to reach the next generation who feel distant from traditional church.
✅ Main Points & Key Takeaways
Luke’s Personal Calling: How growing up in a missionary family and discovering a passion for secular youth shaped his mission.
The Global Youth Culture Challenge: Understanding why many young people say, “I’m not religious,” and how that mindset shapes evangelism.
Creative Evangelism Tactics: Innovative ways Steiger uses music, street art, community housing, and public events to open gospel conversations.
Balancing Salt and Light: Luke’s insights on staying holy and distinct while boldly engaging secular spaces.
Practical Steps for Listeners: How to start small—through prayer, listening, and simple outreach initiatives—to reach secular youth in your own city.
Rooted in the Local Church: Why all creative evangelism must stay connected to local congregations for long-term discipleship and impact.
Luke’s Vision: A call to raise 1,000 young missional leaders in five years and establish a mission center in Poland.
📣 Call to Action
👉 Feeling inspired? Share this episode, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, and leave a review so others can discover practical ways to reach the next generation.
If you’re sensing a call to mission, explore Steiger’s resources-or consider stepping into their mission school for hands-on training!
🔗 Links & Resources
Steiger International Website: www.steiger.org
Steiger Resources Library: steiger.org/resources
Luke Greenwood’s Book: Global Youth Culture – Check it out here
Jesus in the Secular World (Steiger team book)
Street Evangelism Handbook: steiger.org/resources
Bible Studies for the Non-Religious: steiger.org/resources
Is There More? website for seekers: istheremore.info
Steiger Mission School Info: steiger.org/sms
Connect with Luke on Instagram: @lukejgreenwood
Follow Steiger International on Instagram: @steigerinternational
 
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Guest Bio
Luke Greenwood is Europe Director for Steiger International, author of Global Youth Culture: The Spiritual Hunger of the Largest Unreached Culture Today, and frontman of the evangelistic band The Unrest. Raised as a missionary kid in Brazil, he’s passionate about creative evangelism and training believers to boldly reach secular youth across Europe and beyond.
 

The global Church is changing—but are our prayers keeping up with its needs?
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Mandryk, editor of Operation World, joins us for a thought-provoking conversation on the role of strategic, Spirit-led intercession in the age of global change. From his personal calling into prayer mobilization to the intersection of data, mission, and worship, Jason helps us reimagine prayer not as an obligation but as a joyful, global act of partnership with God.
We explore current global trends shaping the Church, the challenges of Western influence, and why now more than ever, believers must pray with insight.
 
🔑 Main Takeaways
Prayer as Calling and Delight
Jason shares how God called him into a unique blend of prayer, research, and mission—and why prayer is meant to be joyful, not burdensome.
The Story and Purpose of Operation World
Learn how this powerful prayer tool was birthed in Southern Africa, and how it continues to mobilize believers to pray with focus for every nation on earth.
Why Data Matters for Intercession
Jason unpacks how information doesn’t replace prayer—it fuels it. When we understand the world, we can pray with greater clarity and compassion.
Global Trends Every Christian Should Watch
From the growth of the Majority World Church to the rise of hyper-politicized Christianity in the West, Jason highlights trends shaping the Church’s effectiveness.
Decolonizing Mission and Sharing Ownership
Jason calls for a shift in how Western churches relate to the rest of the world—not as controllers, but as co-laborers learning from others.
🔗 Links & Resources
🌐 Operation World – operationworld.org
(includes contact form to connect with Jason or get the prayer Zoom link)
📱 Operation World App – Available in app stores, free and updated annually
🔍 International Prayer Connect – ipcprayer.org
A global hub for prayer movements and initiatives
📘 Books & Authors Mentioned
Missions and Money by Dr. Jonathan Bonk
Shaped for Prayer Enjoyment by David Macmillan
Dominion by Tom Holland
Reflections from Dallas Willard and Andrew Murray
📊 Missions Research – justinlong.org - Mission trends and prayer intelligence
🧭 Lausanne’s State of the Great Commission Report - Includes Jason’s paper on Global Aging - https://lausanne.org/report/demographics/global-aging-population
 
Guest BioJason Mandryk is the author of the 7th edition of Operation World and helps to lead the Operation World team. He has been serving at the convergence point of the mission, research, and prayer movements for most of the last 25 years. Using data and Scripture to mobilize prayer and mission is his passion. A Canadian/UK dual citizen, Jason has an M.A. in Global Christian Studies from Providence Theological Seminary and currently lives in Seoul, South Korea.

The gospel was never meant to silence culture, but to redeem it.
Learn how contextual worship and indigenous art are helping every people group declare the glory of God in their own voice.
In this episode, Jason Watson speaks with Heber Negrão—missionary, scholar, and global voice in ethnodoxology—about how the arts can serve the Church’s mission by connecting the gospel to the cultural heart of every people group. Drawing from years of field experience among indigenous communities in Brazil and global training contexts, Heber unpacks how local art forms can be reclaimed to witness to Christ in ways that are deeply meaningful and biblically faithful.
 
📌 Main Points & Takeaways
What is Ethnodoxology?
A field of mission that empowers believers to worship and proclaim Christ using their own artistic and cultural expressions.
Worship that Belongs
Imported worship styles often feel disconnected. Heber explains how contextualized worship allows communities to own their praise of God.
Critical Contextualization
Local arts must be evaluated biblically, and Heber shares a practical framework for what to accept, adapt, or transform.
Art as Gospel Communication
In oral cultures, art is often the most effective medium for theology, storytelling, and spiritual formation.
From Decoration to Declaration
The arts aren’t just a supplement to mission—they are a strategy for gospel proclamation and deep discipleship.
 
If this episode inspired you to rethink the role of culture and creativity in mission, share it with a worship leader, missionary, or artist in your community. Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast and visit the links below to explore how the arts can serve the Church’s global calling.
 
📚 Links & Resources
📄 Articles
What is Ethnodoxology?
Ethnodoxology’s Time is Here – Lausanne Global Analysis
The Arts Are Not a Universal Language – Lausanne Global Analysis
Visual Affect as Validation of Truth – Lausanne Global Report
📘 Resources
Ethnodoxology Handbook & Manual
Evangelical Missions Quarterly: Arts in Missions Issue
 
Guest Bio:
Héber Negrão is a missionary ethnomusicologist serving at the Evangelical Missionary Linguistic Association (Brazil). He is a member of the Global Ethnodoxology Network and the Arts Task Force of the WEA Mission Commission. He has worked with oral Bible translation for six years among indigenous people in northern Brazil.
Héber holds an MA in ethnomusicology and is a  PhD candidate in world arts at Dallas International University. He has been involved in the ethnoarts ministry in Brazil since 2006. His passion is to see every person praising God using their own arts in a culturally appropriate way.
In 2016, Héber participated in Lausanne’s Young Leaders Gathering in Jakarta. After that, he joined the Lausanne Communications Team as a volunteer, and in 2020, he joined Lausanne’s staff as online language coordinator.
Héber is married to Sophia, and they have 2 young kids.

What if the Church’s evangelistic crisis isn’t about culture—but about conviction? And what if the way forward isn’t more methods, but deeper surrender?
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Dr. Desmond Henry, Lausanne catalyst for proclamation evangelism and International Director of the Global Network of Evangelists for Palau, joins us for a compelling conversation on why evangelism often feels sidelined in today’s church—and why it must remain central to God’s mission. He shares insights on the tensions, misunderstandings, and future of evangelism, and challenges ministry leaders to embrace a Spirit-empowered lifestyle of gospel witness.
If this episode challenged and encouraged you, share it with someone who’s passionate about mission and leadership. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and explore more resources at lausanne.org.
 
📚 Links & Resources
Palau Association - https://www.palau.org/
Lausanne Global Classroom: Proclamation Evangelism - https://lausanne.org/global-classroom/proclamation-evangelism
Advance Groups (Mentoring Guide for Evangelists) - https://www.advancegroups.org/
Life in 6 Words App - https://li6w.com/
Connect with Desmond Henry - https://www.desmond-henry.com/
 
Guest Bio:
Desmond Henry is a missional thought-leader, professor of missiology, author, speaker, and practitioner committed to advancing global evangelism. As the International Director of the Global Network of Evangelists for Palau, he leads a global movement to identify, equip, mobilise, and support evangelists in reaching millions with the Gospel. In addition to his main role at Palau, Dr. Henry serves as Chairman of the Conspectus Journal at the South African Theological Seminary; Catalyst for the Lausanne Proclamation Evangelism Network; and Research Fellow for Lausanne Insights on Global Horizons and Trends, contributing to global thought leadership in missiology. Through his leadership at Palau, Lausanne, and beyond, Dr. Henry helps shape the future of gospel outreach strategies, ensuring evangelism remains bold, innovative, and biblically faithful. He is married to Lara, and together they have three daughters: Gabriella, Annabella, and Olivia.

What if Africa’s greatest challenges are also its greatest gospel opportunities? Discover how God is raising up a new generation of leaders in the midst of pressure, persecution, and potential.
📖 Summary:
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Dr. Stephen Mbogo, Lausanne Regional Director for the English, Portuguese, and Spanish-speaking (EPSA) region, and International Team Leader of African Enterprise, shares how Africa’s youthful population and vibrant church are responding to the call of the Great Commission. From discipling Gen Z leaders to strategic outreach across cities, slums, and conflict zones, Dr. Mbogo casts a powerful vision for Africa’s role in global mission.
🙏 Call to Action:
Inspired by this episode? Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast and leave a review to help others find it. Visit lausanne.org to learn how to partner with gospel movements across the EPSA region and beyond.
📚 Links & Resources:
• African Enterprise: aeint.org
• Lausanne Movement (EPSA Region): https://lausanne.org/network/epsa
Guest Bio:
Stephen Mbogo has a passion for godly, biblical leadership and a heart to see Africa transformed through the salvation of its people and the sound governance of its leaders. Born in eastern Kenya in 1967, Stephen grew up in a family that followed African traditional religions. He witnessed the transforming power of the gospel in the lives of his parents and grandparents before surrendering his life to Christ in high school. 
Stephen has been involved in extensive evangelistic activities, leadership training, and community development in Africa and in other parts of the world, including the Mission Africa outreach project that preceded the Third Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization in Cape Town. He has also served as an associate with the FOCUS/IFES Movement, conducting missions to unreached groups in Kenya, as well as African Enterprise (AE), where he has held various leadership roles. He has also been working with the South Sudanese church since the mid-2000s. Currently as AE’s CEO, Stephen’s vision is to see a prayer breakfast movement started in every country on the African continent and to see the church established in every parliament. 
Stephen holds a bachelor degree in business administration from Daystar University, a master’s degree in Christian ministries from Nairobi International School of Theology, and a PhD in intercultural studies from Biola University. He lives in Nairobi with his wife Rosemary and their two children, Victor and Joy. In recognition for their role in missions, Stephen and Rosemary were ordained as ministers by their evangelical denomination in 2001.

What does it look like when a church opens its arms to strangers in crisis? Discover how radical hospitality prepared fertile ground for sharing the gospel with Ukrainian refugees.
📖 Summary:
In this deeply moving episode, Pastor Oliwer Cieslar shares how his church in Poland became a place of refuge and transformation during the Ukrainian war. With no refugee infrastructure in place, the Polish church—and the wider community—mobilized overnight to provide shelter, food, and spiritual care to thousands. Discover how a crisis became a catalyst for gospel hospitality and lasting unity in the body of Christ.
🔑 Main Points:
Crisis Met with Compassion: In the early days of the war, Oliwer’s church of 200 mobilized and organized buses to rescue 650+ refugees, providing shelter and support.
From Short-Term Shelter to Long-Term Integration: As weeks turned into years, the church adapted—offering language classes, job support, and a spiritual home for displaced Ukrainians.
Stories of Salvation and Unity: Oliwer shares powerful stories of Ukrainian refugees finding faith in Christ and being baptized into a new spiritual family.
Lessons for the Global Church: Compassion became a spiritual awakening in a secularizing culture. Oliwer challenges global churches to embrace the power of hospitality.
Guest Bio:
Oliwer Cieślar born in Poland, associate pastor in local church in Opole. Holds degree in Computer Science and Masters at Practical Theology from Glyndwr University. In ministry since 2014, works for online evangelism ministry DeoLink Association. Project manager for The Chosen TV series in Poland. Husband and a father of two daughters.
 

Is it possible for artificial intelligence to share the gospel—and even lead someone to Christ?
In this thought-provoking episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Chase Cappo joins Jason Watson to explore the emerging world of Christian AI and its potential to revolutionize ministry. Chase shares how technology can serve the church, foster trust, and guide people toward authentic encounters with Jesus. You’ll hear powerful testimonies, hard questions, and hopeful answers as the conversation journeys through faith, tech, and global mission.
🔑 Main Takeaways:
• Christian AI vs. Secular AI: Chase unpacks how AI trained on biblical truth can offer a redemptive alternative to the algorithms shaping culture today.
• The Power of Personalization: AI tools like Faith Assistant can have deeply personal, gospel-centered conversations at scale—often leading people to Jesus.
• Tech That Builds Trust: From anonymous chats to church QR codes, Chase explains how AI lowers barriers and invites spiritual seekers into real community.
• Equipping Ministries with AI: Learn how churches, youth groups, and global missions are using AI to answer questions, disciple leaders, and connect people to local communities.
• Innovation with Integrity: Chase shares the values guiding his work—truth and love, prioritizing the gospel, and staying anchored in the local church.
🔗 Links & Resources:
• 🌐 Faith Assistant – Try it out and see how ministries are integrating AI today - https://faithassistant.com/
• 🔗 GPT - https://huggingface.co/AiForTheChurch/ChristianGPT-base-full-precision/tree/main
• 📱 BibleChat.AI – A free, gospel-centered chat assistant trained on Scripture - https://biblechat.ai/
• 📘 Mission Drift by Peter Greer – The book that challenged Chase to stay rooted in the local church
• 🤝 Gloo – The tech partner bringing these innovations to scale - https://www.gloo.com/
• 🔗 Connect with Chase Cappo on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chasecappo

We’re doing something different in this special episode—bringing you a feature from our friends at the God on the Move podcast.
God on the Move Podcast shares inspiring stories of faithful believers from the global church and will encourage you in your own faithful obedience to God’s global mission.
We will soon be switching to a new rhythm of releasing a Lausanne Movement Podcast episode every second week, with God on the Move publishing in the weeks between. We hope that this new rhythm allows you to enjoy both Podcasts.
Follow this link to God on the Move, where you can find links to your favourite podcasting platform and subscribe so you won't miss it when their episodes drop - https://lausanne.org/podcast-series/god-on-the-move
 
GOD ON THE MOVE
Josephine Munyeli, Director of Administration and Finances at the PEACE Plan Rwanda, shares her harrowing and inspiring personal story as a survivor of the 1994 Rwandan genocide. She recounts her experiences, the challenges of raising her children as a widow, and her instrumental role in Rwanda's healing and reconciliation process. The episode delves into how collective efforts involving the community, the church, and international NGOs have facilitated Rwanda's recovery from such a devastating event. Munyeli's insights into forgiveness, reconciliation, and the ongoing work of PEACE Plan Rwanda highlight a journey from unimaginable trauma to a symbol of resilience and hope.
 
📚 Links from the Interview
Rwandan Stories: rwandanstories.org
The PEACE Plan Rwanda: https://www.thepeaceplanrwanda.com
World Vision Rwanda: https://www.wvi.org/rwanda
🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony.
 
Josephine MUNYELI Rwandan, born in a strong religious family and a God-fearing environment, Josephine has been involved in the work of Healing, Peacebuilding and reconciliation since 1997 in different institutions and was leading healing and reconciliation initiatives. She was also involved in mobilizing Rwandans to embrace and participate in Gacaca processes that were to bring together genocide survivors, perpetrators and the population, in general, to tell the truth about what they saw, heard and did during that tragedy for the purpose of healing, confession, forgiveness, justice and reconciliation. From 2017 to December 2024, she worked with churches in Rwanda, coordinating capacity-building initiatives to Promote reconciliation, Equip servant leaders, Assist the poor, Care for the sick and Educate the next generation. Josephine has been involved in the course known as “Perspectives on the Global Christian Movement” since 2021 and currently serves as an Instructor not only in Rwanda but also in other French-speaking countries in Africa. Josephine retired in January 2025 but continues to serve in the Perspectives course and works on a voluntary basis with TUBASANGE, an agency that mobilizes, trains and sends missionaries. Josephine is a widow with two grown-up sons and a daughter-in-law. She holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration/Project Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology.
 
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How could the global Church respond to the needs of vulnerable children in a way that leads to lasting gospel impact?
 
Children are among the most vulnerable members of society, especially those facing poverty, exploitation, and displacement. In this episode, Dr. Susan Greener—an expert in global human development—shares insights on how Christians can approach ministry to children-at-risk with a holistic, gospel-centered perspective. Drawing from decades of experience, she unpacks strategies for transformational community development and cross-cultural engagement that genuinely make a difference.
 
📚 Links & Resources:
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Children at Risk Issue Group - https://lausanne.org/network/children-at-risk
[Article] State of the Great Commission Report Gap 3: Where are the Children? - https://lausanne.org/about/blog/state-of-the-great-commission-report-gap-3-where-are-the-children
[Lausanne Occasional Paper] - Mission with Children at Risk - https://lausanne.org/occasional-paper/mission-children-risk-lop-66
https://www.viva.org/
https://www.max7.org/en
[Book] Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger by Ron Sider
[Book] Children and the Theologians: Clearing the Way for Grace by Jerome Berryman
 
Connect with Susan Greener:
LinkedIn: Susan Hayes Greener
Email: shayesgreener@gmail.com
 
Guest Bio:
Susan Greener, PhD., has dedicated her professional energies to supporting children and families living in poverty in global context through holistic development. She formerly served as Catalyst for the Lausanne Children-at-Risk Issue Network. Most recently, Susan held the role of Vice President of Program Quality for the Chalmers Center. As Associate Professor of Intercultural Studies at Wheaton College Graduate School, she focused on intercultural communication, transformational community development, cross-cultural research, and children and families in global contexts. She has worked in human development for over 25 years in Christian non-governmental organizations and universities, including Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, One Child Matters, Compassion International, Early Head Start, and Yale University. Susan has trained Christian workers from over 70 countries and authored works on children-at-risk and global human development topics, including co-editing a special issue on children-at-risk for the journal Transformation (Summer, 2016).
We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

We’re doing something different in this special episode—bringing you a feature from our friends at the God on the Move podcast.
God on the Move Podcast shares inspiring stories of faithful believers from the global church and will encourage you in your own faithful obedience to God’s global mission.
We will soon be switching to a new rhythm of releasing a Lausanne Movement Podcast episode every second week, with God on the Move publishing in the weeks between. We hope that this new rhythm allows you to enjoy both Podcasts.
Follow this link to God on the Move, where you can find links to your favourite podcasting platform and subscribe so you won't miss it when their episodes drop - https://lausanne.org/podcast-series/god-on-the-move
 
God on the Move Show Notes 
In this week's episode of 'God on the Move', Mainor Mora shares his inspiring journey connecting autism and faith. Mainor, a Bible translator from Costa Rica, opens up about his experiences of discovering his own autism after his son's diagnosis and how he navigated this new reality through scripture and acceptance. This episode dives deep into his ministry work in Equatorial Guinea and Mexico, his struggles and successes, and his sincere belief in God's purpose in neurodiversity. Mainor also discusses his book 'Jesus, the Samaritan Woman and Autism', community efforts, and how churches can be more inclusive of neurodiverse individuals. Join us to hear a powerful testament of vulnerability, understanding, and God's glory revealed through autism.
Mainor Mora Rodríguez is passionate about learning, service, and inclusion. Born in Palmares, Costa Rica, he overcame early challenges with speech and social interaction, finding solace in books and later in basketball. A career-ending injury led to a deep faith journey, shaping his mission to serve others. He has worked in Bible translation projects in Guinea, Ecuatorial, and Mexico and has trained indigenous leaders and translators. As the author of Jesus, the Samaritan Woman, and Autism, he advocates for greater inclusion of autistic individuals in the church, believing that a true Christian community embraces and empowers every person’s unique gifts.
Vivian Eberle-Cruz, Originally from Puerto Rico, has served in Mexico with SIL Global since 2000 alongside her husband. She is passionate about editing and translating exegetical resources for indigenous translators and linguistic publications, including dictionaries in Mexican languages and Spanish. She also helps lead the Potatoes Project, an initiative fostering self-awareness and unity in a multicultural community to glorify God in relationships. She enjoys interpreting and bridging connections between friends who speak different languages in her spare time.

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits with Ruslan Zagidulin, a Lausanne Regional Director for Eurasia, to explore the region's dynamic and complex spiritual landscape. From his personal story of faith—growing up in an interethnic Soviet family—to the unique challenges and opportunities for the church in Eurasia today, Ruslan provides deep insights into the region’s identity, mission work, and the next generation’s role in shaping the future.
If this conversation inspired you, take a moment to subscribe to the podcast, share this episode with a friend, and pray for the church in Eurasia. Want to get involved? Connect with Ruslan on social media and learn more about the work being done in the region.
🔗 Links & Resources:
Connect with Ruslan on Instagram - ruslan.learns (https://www.instagram.com/ruslan.learns/?hl=en)
Learn more about the Lausanne Eurasia Region: https://lausanne.org/network/eurasia
Find the Eurasia Regional Report: https://lausanne.org/report/eurasia
Guest Bio:
Ruslan Zagidulin was born and raised in an interethnic Soviet family in Kyrgyzstan. At 17, he converted to Evangelical Christianity. He graduated from Kyrgyz Technical University in 1998, majoring in cybernetics and engineering, then earned another bachelor’s degree in Christian Education from Bishkek Bible School in 2006. In 2013 he earned a master of theology degree specializing in Biblical Studies and Contextual Missiology. Ruslan is passionate about Intergenerational Leadership and Contextual Missiology, and is currently working on a PhD in Missiology at the International Baptist Theological Study Center at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
Ruslan serves the Lausanne Movement as the Eurasian Regional Co-Director. He is married to Elena, and they have four sons: Roma, David, Robert, and Nathanael.

Did you know that 94% of Gen Z identifies as gamers? What if the Church could step into digital spaces and make an impact where the next generation is already gathered?
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Luke & Jen Richey, Gravity Jack's founders, to explore gaming's power as a mission field. From their radical faith transformation in 2019 to pioneering WarTribe of Binyamin, a game designed with biblical principles at its core, Luke and Jen share how God is opening doors in the gaming industry. They unpack the Church’s hesitancy, the untapped potential of esports, and why digital spaces are crucial for the future of the Great Commission.
 
Resources:
Learn more about Gravity Jack and War Tribe at gravityjack.com.
Email Luke & Jen at Luke@GravityJack.com / Jennifer@GravityJack.com to connect or support their work.
 
Guest Bio:
Jennifer Richey is a technology futurist and entrepreneur with over two decades in the gaming and tech industry. She co-founded Gravity Jack in 2009 after serving as CFO at Tometa Software and PlayXpert. A renowned speaker and advisor to Congress on technology, she has led gaming projects for global brands like Meta, Intel, and World of Tanks. Originally from Southern California, Jennifer now resides in the Pacific Northwest. She is a mother of four, grandmother of three, professional triathlete, extreme athlete, and skydiver.
Luke Richey, a tech entrepreneur and software developer, began coding at 14, working on projects for NASA and NASDAQ. After selling his last company to a gaming firm in 2009, he founded Gravity Jack, pioneering mobile-based augmented reality and securing a top-tier client roster and patent portfolio. Luke studied Mathematics, Business, and Computer Science at Eastern Washington University. He lives in Liberty Lake, Washington, with his wife, Jennifer, and their four children. An avid adventurer, he enjoys skydiving, MMA, and motorcycle racing.
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Could the workplace be one of the most strategic mission fields today? Could your daily vocation be a powerful tool for advancing God’s kingdom?
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Tommy Lee, CEO of Resource Global, to explore the intersection of faith and work. Tommy shares his inspiring journey from business to ministry, how Resource Global equips young Christian professionals to be catalysts for gospel impact in their cities, and why he believes workplace discipleship is critical for global mission today. He also offers practical advice on stewarding influence, building meaningful partnerships, and taking the first small step toward kingdom impact—wherever you are.
If this episode inspired you, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs to hear it! Learn more about Resource Global and their work at resourceglobal.org
Links & Resources:
Resource Global: resourceglobal.org
Email Tommy Lee: tlee@resourceglobal.org
Up Next with Tommy Lee Podcast: https://www.resourceglobal.org/podcasts
 
Guest Bio:
Tommy Lee is the founder and president of Resource Global, an organization dedicated to mentoring and equipping emerging Christian marketplace leaders to transform their cities and workplaces for the Gospel. He leads a global team across Chicago, Austin, Jakarta, Medan, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Nairobi, Pretoria/Johannesburg, and Hong Kong.
Passionate about collaboration and global ministry (Acts 1:8), Tommy has worked with leaders and organizations such as A21, Navigators Chicago, Redeemer City to City, Lausanne, InterVarsity Urbana, TogetherLA with Tim Keller, and Ravi Zacharias Ministries. He has also helped plan strategic events for the Far East Broadcasting Company, the Billy Graham Center, World Relief, and the National Religious Broadcasters.
Beyond Resource Global, Tommy serves as Executive Director of The Grow Center for Church and Mission at Northern Seminary, Managing Director of TogetherLA, and founder of CreatePossible LLC. He also sits on the boards of inContext and Renew Chicago.
Previously, he worked in telecommunications, served as a pastor at Lakeview Church (IL), and spent 15 years mentoring students at Chinese Christian Union Church in Chicago. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Washington University and a master’s from Moody Theological Seminary.
Based in Chicago, Tommy enjoys life with his wife, Charlene, and daughters, Samantha and Karra. He also hosts multiple podcasts—including one dedicated to his love of fantasy football, NFL Fantasy Matchup.
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A Special Episode from the Lausanne Movement Archives
How does the Holy Spirit empower the Church for global mission? 
In this powerful talk from the First Lausanne Congress (1974), Rev. Gottfried Osei-Mensah explores the Holy Spirit’s role as Teacher, Master, and Helper in evangelization. With deep wisdom and clarity, he calls Christians to submit to the Spirit’s leading, embrace bold faith, and work together for the Gospel. 
A timeless message that is still relevant today!
 
Gottfried Osei-Mensah Bio:
Gottfried Osei-Mensah served as the executive secretary of the Lausanne Committee for World Evangelization from 1975-1984.
Born in Ghana, Gottfried worked as an engineer in the oil industry before helping develop Christian witness in the universities of West Africa through the Pan African Fellowship of Evangelical Students. From 1971-1975, he pastored Nairobi Baptist Church in Kenya. In 1973, he served on the planning committee of Lausanne and presented a plenary address at the International Congress on World Evangelization in 1974. Appointed as executive secretary following the congress, he traveled the world, encouraging the formation of national and regional movements based on The Lausanne Covenant to identify unreached people groups within their communities and beyond and devise effective ways of evangelizing them.
In 1986, Gottfried was invited to serve as a special representative on the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) staff. He joined African Enterprise (AE) in 1993 and set up the AE team in Ghana. He also served on the UK board of BGEA and Samaritan’s Purse until his retirement in 2013.
Gottfried lives in Reading, UK, with two grown-up children and four grandchildren. After 53 years of marriage, his wife, Audrey, went to be with the Lord in June 2016.

A special episode from the Lausanne Movement Archives
When God asks us to live a new life in him, he provides us with boundless resources. Few know this truth better than Corrie ten Boom, a concentration camp survivor who was imprisoned for helping Jews escape during World War II. 
In this poignant testimony from the first Lausanne Congress in 1974, she illustrates the tender power of God through moving stories drawn from her travels around the world.
 
Read the transcript here: https://lausanne.org/content/personal-testimony-ten-boom

A special episode from the Lausanne Movement Archives
 
‘Mission’, ‘evangelism’, ‘dialogue’, ‘salvation’, and ‘conversion’—as Christians, we hear these words often, but over time their meanings can become muddled and distorted. 
How can we return to a biblical definition of these terms? 
John Stott’s fresh biblical perspective, given at the 1974 International Congress on World Evangelization, reminds us that the best way to renew our gospel zeal is to return to the source.