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World Class - Listening. Learning. Living

Rodney Ragwan

17 episodes

2 weeks ago

Send us a text In this episode of World Class, I sit down with Rev. Sali Emmanuel Vemarathnam for an engaging conversation on Gen Z and Digital Discipleship. Together, we explore how today’s generation is navigating faith in a digital age—where screens, social media, and instant connectivity shape identity and community. Rev. Sali brings deep insight into how churches and leaders can meaningfully engage Gen Z, fostering authentic relationships and spiritual growth online and offline. As we ta...

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Send us a text In this episode of World Class, I sit down with Rev. Sali Emmanuel Vemarathnam for an engaging conversation on Gen Z and Digital Discipleship. Together, we explore how today’s generation is navigating faith in a digital age—where screens, social media, and instant connectivity shape identity and community. Rev. Sali brings deep insight into how churches and leaders can meaningfully engage Gen Z, fostering authentic relationships and spiritual growth online and offline. As we ta...

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World Class - Listening. Learning. Living

Gen Z and Digital Discipleship with Rev. Sali Emmanuel Vemarathnam

Send us a text In this episode of World Class, I sit down with Rev. Sali Emmanuel Vemarathnam for an engaging conversation on Gen Z and Digital Discipleship. Together, we explore how today’s generation is navigating faith in a digital age—where screens, social media, and instant connectivity shape identity and community. Rev. Sali brings deep insight into how churches and leaders can meaningfully engage Gen Z, fostering authentic relationships and spiritual growth online and offline. As we ta...

2 weeks ago

47 minutes

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NextGen Voices: Faith in Action Across the Globe

Send us a text In this special episode of World Class, I sit down with Gen Z leaders from South Africa, India, Australia, the USA, and the UK to hear their stories of faith, ministry, and making an impact in their communities. These young voices share how they navigate challenges and live out their calling in diverse cultural contexts. I also had the privilege of sharing practical insights on “How Do I Read the Bible?”—from simple steps to tools that help make God’s Word a part of daily...

1 month ago

1 hour 10 minutes

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Nicene Faith – Towards a Contemporary Reformed Reading - Dr. J. Jayakiran Sebastian

Send us a text In this episode of World Class, Dr. J. Jayakiran Sebastian joins us to reflect on his article “Nicene Faith – Towards a Contemporary Reformed Reading.” Together, we revisit the Council of Nicaea—1700 years ago—and explore why it still matters for the church today. From empire and power shaping theology in the 4th century to the ongoing struggles of churches in Asia with identity, denominationalism, colonial legacies, economic disparity, and the quest for unity, Dr. Sebastian h...

2 months ago

1 hour 10 minutes

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From Refugee to Missionary: A Journey of Grace and Gritt - Yuree Lembke

Send us a text Yuree Lembke’s From Refugee to Missionary: A Journey of Grace and Grit traces her remarkable path from childhood in Burma, through the hardships of life as a refugee in Thailand, to becoming a missionary. She shares vivid memories of growing up amid political unrest, facing hunger, limited education, and uncertainty as a refugee. Through each challenge, Yuree recounts how God’s grace sustained her and how the grit forged in those years prepared her for cross-cultural ministry. ...

2 months ago

1 hour

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Season 2: Legacy, Law, and Living Faith - Ashalia Rangiah

Send us a text In this Season 2 premiere of World Class: Listening. Learning. Living., I sit down with Ashalia Rangiah, a dynamic South African attorney, advocate for justice, and great-great-granddaughter of the pioneering Indian Christian leader, Rev. John Rangiah. In this wide-ranging conversation, Ashalia reflects on the legacy of her forebear, the first Indian ordained pastor in South Africa and founder of the South African Indian Baptist movement. We explore how his courage and calling...

3 months ago

31 minutes

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War, Nonviolence, and Working for Peace - Dr. Peter Sensenig

Send us a text In this timely and powerful episode, Dr. Peter Sensenig shares a compelling vision of Christian peacemaking grounded in Scripture, theology, and real-world experience. He unpacks the rich biblical concept of shalom and calls the church to embody the peace of Christ in a world marked by violence and division. Through stories of reconciliation between Christians and Muslims and reflections on the church’s role in times of war, Dr. Sensenig challenges listeners to embrace courageo...

3 months ago

52 minutes

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From Northeast India to Silicon Valley – Revs. Drs. Margareth L. and Wungreiso Valui

Send us a text In this engaging and insightful episode, Pastors Margaret and Wung Valui share their remarkable journey from the hill regions of Northeast India to pastoral leadership in Silicon Valley. Rooted in a deep call to ministry, they reflect on their theological formation, cross-cultural experiences, and life as a clergy couple serving in one of the world’s most diverse and tech-driven regions. Together, they offer a compelling look into their church community, where cultures, profes...

4 months ago

1 hour

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Theology in Color, Sound, and Form - Rev. Perry Brisbon

Send us a text In this engaging episode, artist-theologian Perry Brisbon explores how sound—especially through music and vocal performance—can be a sacred medium for doing theology. Brisbon shares how melody, tone, and timing often reveal deep theological truths beyond what words alone can convey. Drawing from his experience as a worship leader, he reflects on the power of sound to embody Scripture, foster spiritual encounters, and transcend cultural barriers. He also offers practical wisdom ...

4 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

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The Power of Storytelling - Rev. Terrance Jacob

Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Power of Storytelling, Rev. Terrance Jacob—a South African-born Lutheran pastor serving in the USA—shares transformative stories from his life and ministry. He recalls a childhood experience with his father at a cultural gathering that sparked early awareness of identity and belonging. He also reflects on his time in prison in South Africa, where suffering became a source of strength and purpose. Emphasizing the spiritual depth of storytelling, R...

5 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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Spiritual Disciplines for a Changing World" with Dr. Francesca Nuzzolese

Send us a text In this profound and timely conversation, Dr. Francesca Nuzzolese, spiritual director, theologian, and trauma-informed educator, explores the vital role of spiritual disciplines in an age of constant change, uncertainty, and distraction. Drawing from her personal journey and decades of formation work, she redefines spiritual disciplines not as rigid routines, but as life-giving rhythms that nurture our awareness of God’s presence in all circumstances.

5 months ago

52 minutes

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John Rangiah - A Missiological Perspective on His Legacy - Rodney Ragwan

Send us a text World Class tells the inspiring story of John Rangiah, an often-overlooked Indian missionary who journeyed from Nellore, India, to Natal, South Africa, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This episode explores Rangiah's pivotal role in establishing the Indian Baptist Church amidst the racial segregation of the time, his culturally sensitive approach to ministry, and his participation in the global missionary movement. Discover how his unwavering faith, strategic vision, ...

5 months ago

28 minutes

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Missional Renewal in the Age of Globalization – Rev. Dr. D. Elmo Familiaran

Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode, I sit down with Elmo, Adjunct Faculty in the Doctor of Ministry in Contextual Leadership program at Palmer Theological Seminary, for a powerful conversation on mission in a globalized world. Together, we explore how globalization is transforming the way we think about mission, evangelism, culture, race, and power. Elmo challenges us to imagine ministry that is both locally rooted and globally connected—calling the church to become a space of ...

6 months ago

52 minutes

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The Intersection of Faith, Business, and Leadership – Dr. David Bronkema

Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by the distinguished Professor and Templeton Chair for Christian Service through Entrepreneurship at Eastern University. Together, we explore how faith and business converge in meaningful ways. We dive into the ways spiritual values shape ethical decision-making, leadership styles, and workplace culture. You'll hear insights on how faith-driven leaders can navigate secular spaces, practice servant leadership, and apply biblical principles to everyda...

6 months ago

37 minutes

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Missiology in Action: The Heart of International Ministries – Rev. Dr. Sharon Koh

Send us a text Sharon Koh, CEO/Executive Director of International Ministries, explores the core missiological approach of International Ministries (IM) and its integration of proclamation, discipleship, and social justice in mission work. She highlights the biblical and theological foundations shaping IM’s global engagement and its commitment to contextualization in diverse cultural settings. The discussion addresses the challenges and opportunities of cross-cultural partnerships, the impact...

7 months ago

36 minutes

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Contextual Theology and Intercultural Ministry: Bridging Gospel and Culture - Rev. Dr. Marie Onubuariri

Send us a text My guest in this episode is the Rev. Dr. Marie Onubuariri, Director of Intercultural Ministries at the American Baptist Home Mission Societies. In this episode, Marie explores the intersection of contextual theology and intercultural ministry. She shares how understanding the relationship between the Gospel and culture shapes ministry, leadership, and cross-cultural engagement. Through insightful reflections and real-world examples, she discusses the challenges of maintaining ...

7 months ago

34 minutes

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Welcoming the Stranger: Faith, Migration, and the Mission of the Church - Rev. Dr. Sam George

Send us a text Rev. Dr. Sam George is my guest on this podcast. He is the Director of the Global Diaspora Institute at the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center and a Catalyst for the Lausanne Movement. He explores one of the most urgent and transformative realities of our time—migration. As a global expert on migration and diaspora communities, Dr. George unpacks the economic, political, and environmental factors driving displacement, dispels common misconceptions about migrants and refugees, ...

8 months ago

46 minutes

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Launching World Class - Rodney Ragwan

Send us a text In this inaugural episode of World Class, host Rodney Ragwan, a Global Servant with International Ministries, explores the essence of theology and introduces contextual theology—understanding faith within specific cultural contexts. He emphasizes that while contextual theology acknowledges diverse perspectives, it remains firmly grounded in the unchanging truth of Jesus Christ's redemptive work. Drawing from his personal journey—from Indian ancestry to being born and raised in ...

9 months ago

14 minutes