Ministry to Inactive Members Professors and Supervisors

Gene Habeckerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

Lancaster Bible CollegeUnited States

Gene Habecker, PhD, is an Adjunct Faculty member at Liberty Baptist College's School of Bible & Ministry. He previously served as President of Taylor University (2005–2016), American Bible Society (1991–2005), and Huntington University (1981–1991). He holds a BA from Taylor University, MA from Ball State University, PhD from the University of Michigan, JD from Temple University (inactive Pennsylvania Bar member), and a diploma from Harvard University's Institute for Educational Management. He has earned nine honorary degrees. His research interests focus on leadership in religious and educational contexts, emphasizing ethical leadership, organizational renewal, and spiritual formation. His publications include influential works on leadership dynamics, such as Rediscovering the Soul of Leadership and The Softer Side of Leadership , alongside devotional guides for congregational growth. He has been recognized in numerous "Who’s Who" directories, highlighting his contributions to religion, law, and education. Dr. Habecker’s career spans over four decades in higher education administration and religious leadership. His academic writings blend practical insights with theoretical frameworks, addressing challenges in institutional governance, ethical decision-making, and cross-cultural leadership. He also contributes to interfaith dialogue through his edited devotional series, emphasizing the integration of spiritual practice with daily leadership.

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Lawrence Olsonمشاهده پروفایل

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Martin Luther CollegeUnited States

Lawrence Olson is a Professor of Theology and Graduate Faculty member at Martin Luther College (New Ulm, MN). He serves as Director of the Staff Ministry Program and Congregational Assistant Program, alongside roles in church governance and as an Assistant Football Coach. His educational background includes a DMin in Practical Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary, STM in Exegetical Theology, and MDiv in Pastoral Ministry from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. Research interests focus on congregational ministry, inactive members, global missions (India/Hong Kong), and comparative religion (Buddhism, Islam, Judaism). He previously served as a parish pastor from 1983-1993 and held leadership roles in WELS boards and national conventions. Professional service includes roles on the WELS Commission on Youth Discipleship and National Board of Christian Life Resources. His doctoral work addressed strategies for re-engaging inactive church members.

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Jānis Zaļkalnsمشاهده پروفایل

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Riga Stradins UniversityLatvia

Jānis Zaļkalns is an Acting Assistant Professor at Rīga Stradiņš University, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Diseases, and also with the Department of Family Medicine. His work spans clinical medicine, gerontology, occupational health, and public health, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals in health and well-being. His research interests focus on inflammatory arthritis, adipokines, chemokines, metabolic syndrome, work-related musculoskeletal disorders , and ergonomics in construction work . He also explores aging, senior health, digital inclusion for elderly citizens , and vaccination behavior among seniors . The trends in his recent publications show a strong interdisciplinary approach, combining clinical research with public health policy , ergonomics , and social sciences . His work bridges laboratory-based biomarker studies with real-world applications in occupational safety and aging societies. Ministry of Education and Science Certificate of Merit (2002) Ministry of Health Certificate of Merit for Development of Gerontology in Latvia (2015) State Award: The Cross of Recognition (2020) Zaļkalns has led externally funded projects such as ICTSkills4All (empowering seniors in the digital world) and Demokrātijas atslēgas (promoting green and digital mobility). He has served as a consultant for the Cross-Sectoral Coordination Centre of the Latvian Cabinet of Ministers and was a member of the Council of Medical Professors at the University of Latvia (2015–2019). He is actively engaged in public discourse through media appearances and expert discussions on aging, health, and societal values, emphasizing the importance of preparing for aging and improving quality of life across all life stages.

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Aleksander Hyżorekمشاهده پروفایل

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SWPS University of Social Sciences and HumanitiesPoland

Aleksander Hyżorek serves as a Researcher at SWPS University's Institute of Law within the Faculty of Psychology and Law in Poznań. He holds key academic roles including Dean's Representative for Organizational Affairs, first-year law student supervisor, and Faculty College member. His institutional affiliation spans the Department of Public Law and Theory of Law where he teaches administrative and judicial proceedings alongside public economic law. Master of Science in Law (mgr) Doctoral candidate at SWPS University Graduate of SWPS University His research focuses on administrative law and procedure , public economic law , and real estate market legal aspects . Hyżorek analyzes administrative decision processes, public administration-citizen/business relationships, administrative court appeal mechanisms, and public administration forms. His thematic expertise includes administrative proceedings electronicization, constitutionality of state actions, and licensed activity regulations. Current research examines provincial administrative court judgment justifications under the 'Right to a Court' principle. Hyżorek received the Ministry of Education and Science 'Pearls of Science' Grant (PLN 172,150) for his project 'Appealability of Justifications of Judgments of Provincial Administrative Courts as an Implementation of the Right to a Fair Trial'. His publications explore administrative proceedings modifications, judicial review standards, and constitutional aspects of public administration. The research demonstrates strong international comparative law elements and practical implications for Polish administrative justice reform. Ministry of Education and Science 'Pearls of Science' Grant (PLN 172,150) Two Ministry of Education Scholarships for Significant Scientific Achievements Marshal of Wielkopolska Voivodeship Scientific Scholarship As an academic supervisor, Hyżorek trains first-year law students in soft skills essential for legal practice while providing academic guidance. His external professional activities include legal assistance at one of Poland's largest law firms where he advises on M&A transactions and public law succession issues. Hyżorek actively contributes to legal discourse through expert commentary in 'Rzeczpospolita', 'Gazeta Wyborcza', and Prawo.pl. His doctoral research continues his academic trajectory focused on administrative court procedures and constitutional rights implementation.

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Deepak Nairمشاهده پروفایل

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Australian National University (ANU)Australia

Dr. Deepak Nair is a Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the Australian National University (ANU), previously at the National University of Singapore (NUS). He holds a BA (Hons) in History from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi University, and a MSc and PhD in International Relations from the London School of Economics and Political Science. His research focuses on microsociological aspects of international relations, including diplomatic interactions, emotions in diplomacy, and the cultural production of inaction in ASEAN. He employs ethnography, elite interviews, and historical analysis in his work. His current projects include a book manuscript on ASEAN’s cultural production of inaction and a study on the Third Indochina War’s impact on Southeast Asia. He has received awards such as the 2020 Best Article in EJIR and the 2022 Antony Deos Young Scholar Award. He is also involved in the ANU Futures Scheme Grant project. Research interests span microsociology, Southeast Asian diplomacy, and historical sociology. He emphasizes connecting micro-level phenomena to broader structures of class, race, and gender. His fieldwork in Jakarta’s ASEAN diplomatic enclaves and Southeast Asian ministries highlights everyday practices’ political significance. Dr. Nair’s work bridges interpretive methods with structural analysis, examining topics like Cold War diplomacy, emotional labor in international institutions, and the role of golf in ASEAN’s Cold War strategies. His teaching and mentorship reflect his commitment to innovative approaches in international relations pedagogy.

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