جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Brent Driggersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biblical Studies
• New Testament
• Gospel of Mark
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Brent Driggers serves as Professor and Associate Dean of Academic Programs at Lenoir-Rhyne University's School of Theology. His work integrates biblical scholarship with theological education and institutional leadership. Education: Ph.D., M.Div., Divinity, Princeton Theological Seminary MTS, Duke Divinity School B.A., Wake Forest University Driggers specializes in historically informed narrative criticism of the Gospel of Mark, examining its contributions to Christian theology and spirituality. His pedagogical approach emphasizes close textual analysis while engaging historical contexts, theological traditions, and diverse contemporary perspectives—including African American, womanist, feminist, and LGBTQIA+ interpretations—to foster communal interpretation practices that support spiritual and cross-cultural formation. As a teaching theologian, he connects biblical studies with intellectual growth and Christian discipleship. Through his role as Associate Dean of Academic Programs, Driggers collaborates with seminary leadership to develop curriculum and enhance student experience. He contributes to Working Preacher, an online resource for church leaders, and remains active in local church preaching and teaching. His scholarly work bridges academic biblical studies with practical theological application, particularly in Gospel interpretation and spiritual formation.

• Nursing Education
• Biblical Integration in Nursing
• Compassionate Care
• +۱ مورد دیگر

DeVonya Adamu serves as Associate Professor of Nursing at Columbia International University's School of Nursing since 2025, bringing 19+ years of clinical leadership experience across diverse patient care settings. A PhD candidate in Nursing Education, she pioneers biblical integration within nursing pedagogy to cultivate Christ-centered academic excellence and compassionate assessment practices. Her educational foundation includes: MSN from Western Governors University BSN from The University of Akron LPN from Cuyahoga Community College Dr. Adamu's research explores transformative intersections of faith and nursing education, emphasizing spiritual formation alongside clinical competency. Her scholarship focuses on developing biblically-grounded assessment methodologies that foster integrity and holistic student development in future healthcare professionals. Her distinguished honors reflect sustained excellence in nursing practice and education: Omega Nu Lambda Honor Society, Alpha Chapter (2025) American Nurses Association – SC (2025) Youth Mental Health and First Aid certified (2023) American Nurses Association – OH (2023–2024) National Association for Healthcare Quality (2021–2023) Graduated Cum Laude (2019) Multiple Honor/Appreciation Awards (2008–2013) Patient’s Choice Award of Excellence (2011) Committed to whole-person mentorship, she guides students through academic rigor and spiritual formation within the Ben Lippen International Student Program, where her family hosts cross-cultural learners. Her educational philosophy actively bridges classroom instruction with discipleship principles, fostering environments where clinical competence and Christ-centered character develop synergistically.

Andreas Weckwerthمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Church Councils
• Canon Law
• Liturgical History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Dr. Andreas Weckwerth serves as Professor and Chair of Ancient Church History and Patrology at the Faculty of Theology, Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt. His research centers on early church councils, canon law development, and liturgical history within Late Antiquity, with significant contributions to the Research Programme Antiquity - Christianity. Based in Ulmer Hof Building (Room UH-208), he maintains active scholarly engagement through publications and consultation hours by appointment. His research interests encompass: History and theology of early church councils Development of early canon law Religious-cultural encounters in Late Antiquity Liturgical history (hymnology and prayer language) Christian Latinity from antiquity to modernity Didactics of classical languages in non-philological programs History of liturgical organ music Analysis of his recent publications (2017-2022) reveals evolving focus from synodal procedures to intricate liturgical and linguistic dimensions. His work consistently bridges historical theology with cultural anthropology, examining how early Christian practices transformed under Greco-Roman influences. Notable trends include increasing attention to purity concepts, martyrdom theology, and the rhetorical foundations of liturgical language, demonstrating interdisciplinary rigor across patristics, canon law, and liturgical studies. Prof. Weckwerth co-developed the Bibliographia iuris synodalis antiqui (www.bisa.uni-bonn.de), an essential digital resource for ancient synodal law research. His editorial work on volumes like Bishops between Autarky and Collegiality (2019) and Dying and Killing for God (2022) significantly advances scholarly discourse in early church studies.

Manhyung Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Christian Education
• Ministry Leadership
• Pastoral Ministry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Manhyung Kim serves as Professor at Hapdong Theological Seminary and Senior Pastor of Friends Church in Bundang, South Korea. He holds a PhD from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and brings extensive cross-cultural ministry experience from both Korean and Korean-American church contexts. His educational background includes: BA from Chongshin University MDiv from Hapdong Theological Seminary MRE and PhD from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School Dr. Kim specializes in connecting theological education with practical ministry through research in Christian education leadership development and ministry research methodology. His work uniquely addresses immigrant church dynamics, particularly intergenerational ministry bridging 1.5 and 1st-generation Korean communities. His dual roles demonstrate a commitment to integrating academic rigor with pastoral practice in real-world ministry settings. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Dr. Kim's advising activities focus on training pastors through his dual roles, though specific student names weren't provided. His leadership extends to directing (재)에듀넥스트 (Edunext Foundation), developing educational initiatives that connect seminary training with church practice. While grant details weren't specified, his work emphasizes practical ministry application over traditional research funding. His ministry approach centers on creating generational bridges within immigrant church contexts, with particular emphasis on youth and young adult discipleship through structured theological education frameworks.

Alexander Lessardمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Theology
• Religious Education
• Catholic Studies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Alexander Lessard, Ph.D., serves as an Adjunct Instructor at the Saint Paul Seminary, University of St. Thomas, located at 2260 Summit Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105. Contact details include Faculty Support phone (651) 962-5797, fax (651) 962-5790, and email carp8354@stthomas.edu. His academic focus centers on Catholic theological education within the seminary's core mission of priestly formation, permanent deacon training, and lay ministry development. This encompasses discipleship preparation, Christ-centered configuration, and ongoing formation programs for clergy and laity through graduate degrees and the Catechetical Institute. Research interests span Theology, Religious Education, and Catholic Studies, emphasizing practical ecclesial training. No scientific awards, publications, or student advisement details are documented in available sources.

John Benhamمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Ethnomusicology
• Music Education
• Music Advocacy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Benham serves as an Adjunct Instructor for Music in World Cultures at the University of Northwestern - St. Paul, where he leverages his expertise in ethnomusicology to bridge indigenous musical traditions with Christian ministry practices. He founded Music In World Cultures, Inc.—an organization dedicated to equipping churches in worship, discipleship, and evangelism through culturally contextualized music—and is nationally recognized for crisis intervention consulting in public school music programs. His academic credentials include an Ed.D. and M.A. from the University of Northern Colorado alongside a BMus from the University of Northwestern - St. Paul, reflecting deep specialization in music education and advocacy. Research focuses on ethnomusicology's practical applications in religious contexts, emphasizing indigenous music preservation and advocacy strategies for endangered music programs. His seminal work Music Advocacy: Moving from Survival to Vision established frameworks for transforming music education sustainability. Prestigious honors acknowledge his impact: Minnesota Music Educators Distinguished Service Award MENC National Distinguished Service Award University of Northwestern Distinguished Music Alumni Award Lowell Mason Fellowship (MENC, 2003) ASTA National Advocacy Award (2010) As a sought-after conference speaker, Dr. Benham advises educational institutions on music program preservation while leading Music In World Cultures, Inc.'s global initiatives to integrate local musical expressions into Christian worship traditions across diverse cultural landscapes.