About
Dr. Christopher Sneller serves as a Lecturer in Missional Theology at Houston Christian University (HCU), specifically within the School of Christian Thought’s Theology department. He specializes in the global intersection of theology, culture, and education, with a focus on Chinese Christianity and 20th-century missionary movements. His academic career spans East Asia, Western Europe, and North America, reflecting his commitment to cross-cultural theological engagement.
Education: Dr. Sneller holds a PhD in Historical Theology from King’s College London, an MA in Christian Education from Dallas Theological Seminary, an MA in Theological Studies from Covenant Theological Seminary, and a BA in Speech Communication & English from Texas A&M University.
Research Interests: His work examines the historical and cultural dynamics of Christianity in China, particularly through the lens of Union Theological Seminary’s impact, the Three-Self Movement, and the role of honor-shame frameworks in missiology. He has presented at major conferences such as the American Academy of Religion (AAR) and Evangelical Theological Society (ETS), exploring topics like the Holy Spirit’s role in Chinese church renewal and the legacy of missionary networks.
Professional Roles: In addition to teaching at HCU, Dr. Sneller is Director of Innovation at Bridges International and actively serves on church teams in Houston, London, and Katy. His teaching portfolio includes courses on Historical & Moral Theology, Systematic Theology, and Senior Seminar.
Publications & Presentations: His scholarly contributions include book chapters in Brill’s Sinicising Christianity (2017) and peer-reviewed articles in Ching Feng and Bible in Transmission. He regularly presents at international conferences, emphasizing themes like indigenization of Christianity, historical missions, and intercultural theology.
