
World Class - Listening. Learning. Living
Welcome to World Class, the podcast that takes you on a journey through the vibrant and diverse voices shaping theological education worldwide. Imagine a global classroom where faith, culture, and wisdom intersect—this is the heart of World Class. In each episode, we engage in rich conversations with educators, leaders, and practitioners from around the globe. Together, we listen to their stories, learn from their insights, and explore how theology connects with real-life challenges and opportunities. Whether you're a student, teacher, or curious seeker, World Class invites you to broaden your perspective, deepen your understanding, and live out your faith in meaningful ways. Join us as we navigate the global landscape of theological education—one conversation at a time. Ready to embark on this journey? Class is in session.
* Logo Concept: Rodney Ragwan
* Logo Design: Renee Peters
* Music: Edwin Ragwan
* Intro Voice: Yeshodha Ragwan
World Class - Listening. Learning. Living
Welcoming the Stranger: Faith, Migration, and the Mission of the Church - Rev. Dr. Sam George
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, and offers a faith-rooted perspective on welcoming the stranger.
Through thought-provoking conversations, this podcast challenges churches and communities to move from fear to hospitality, equips faith leaders to engage just immigration policies, and highlights the role of intergenerational ministry in integrating displaced persons. How does the biblical narrative shape our response to migration? How can the Church see migration not as a crisis, but as an opportunity to embody Christ’s love? Join us as we navigate these critical questions with wisdom and compassion.