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Dr. Peter Schuurman is a part-time Adjunct Professor in Religion and Theology at Redeemer University, where he has taught since 2008. His academic focus centers on megachurch dynamics, charismatic leadership, and religious diversity in North America. He earned his Ph.D. in Religious Studies from the University of Waterloo in 2016, with a dissertation analyzing Bruxy Cavey’s The Meeting House megachurch. His academic work spans books like The Subversive Evangelical (2019) and peer-reviewed articles exploring megachurch sociology and liturgical identity. He also contributes to platforms like Christian Courier and co-authored Follow Me: Daily Readings for Disciples. Schuurman’s research bridges theology, sociology, and cultural critique, addressing modern evangelicalism’s challenges and adaptations in secular contexts. He leads Global Scholars Canada, equipping Christian academics for cross-cultural work. His writing spans academic journals, popular essays, and a reflective blog Sensus Divinitatis, covering topics from megachurch leadership to biblical literacy.
Education: Ph.D. (Religious Studies, University of Waterloo, 2016); M.Div. (McMaster Divinity School, 2003); M.A. (Sociology, Queen’s University, 1995); B.A. (Sociology, Calvin University, 1993). Three years of undergraduate studies at Redeemer University.
Teaching: Courses include World Religions, Youth Culture and Spiritual Formation, and Leadership in Ministry. His pedagogical focus integrates social sciences with theological reflection.
Publications emphasize megachurches’ role in secular North America, charismatic leadership, and evangelical identity. Recent works analyze Canadian megachurch expansion, liturgical identity crises, and the tension between traditional and contemporary worship practices.
Awards: None explicitly listed, though his contributions to Global Scholars Canada reflect scholarly leadership.
Professional Roles: Executive Director of Global Scholars Canada since 2008, fostering Christian academic engagement worldwide. Active in mentoring PhD students through cross-disciplinary networks.
