Plenary Speakers
Miriam Adeney:
Bio:
Miriam Adeney is an anthropologist and professor in the School of Theology at Seattle Pacific University. She is the author of six books and hundreds of articles and essays. While Southeast Asia is her focus, Miriam also teaches short courses in seminaries and colleges on five continents. As well, she mentors Christians in other countries who write books in their own languages. Right now she is working with Arab writers and Borneo writers. Miriam was raised in Silverton, Oregon, and earned her degrees from Wheaton College (B.A.), Syracuse University (M.A.), and Washington State University (Ph.D.). She is married and has three sons, Daniel, Joel, and Michael.
Plenary Sessions:
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(1) When You Lose It All
What happens to a woman when she loses everything? What happens to a man? Where are refugees spread throughout the world today? Were there refugees in Bible times? What did the Bible say to them? Are there "best practices" for helping refugees now? How can we be part of the solution?
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(2) Axis of Evil or Axis of Hope?
In the global upheavals of our time, what are God's purposes? When the nations come to our neighborhoods in the form of refugees, what should we do? Stories and strategies and Scripture will lead us forward.
Quote:
“I'm really looking forward to exploring the Bible's "theology of the stranger" --and talking about what's happening in the world today, and the responsibilities and opportunities that are ours, and specific stories and cases --and challenging students to invest their lives here.”
Camille Melki:
Bio:
Born (1966) and raised in Beirut, Lebanon, a country that had been through 18 years of civil war, Camille Melki’s focus in ministry is on building up a new generation of leaders for Lebanon and the region. Camille’s passion is to train young men and women dedicated to serve the Almighty God with a steadfast heart, refined skills, and a message of peace and reconciliation.
After graduating from Anderson University (AU), Indiana, with a B.A. in Business Management (1987), Camille returned to Lebanon to work in the family business and to serve as a volunteer Youth Pastor and Scout Leader for 7 years. Later on, He traveled back to Anderson to further his studies at AU, from which he acquired his M.Div. in 1997.
Prior to his appointment as Interim Director in June 2003, Camille served as Dean of the Mediterranean Bible College for 6 years. On September 14, 2004, Camille was elected 3rd President of MBC and was later installed on Sunday, November 14, 2004 where he served the school until September 30, 2008. MBC is an institution of higher education with a central task of raising up servant-leadership for the Church in the region.
On May 7, 2005, Camille received an Honorary Doctorate of Theology from Warner Pacific College, Portland OR, USA in recognition of his leadership skills and vital ministry among young leaders in Lebanon and beyond.
Since 1999, Camille has also held the position of EQUIP’s Country Coordinator for Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan. EQUIP is the international training arm of the John C. Maxwell organization. It is a nonprofit ministry that provides leadership training and resources for Christian Leaders worldwide. It exists to see effective leaders fulfill the Great Commission in every nation! In January 2008 Camille was appointed EQUIP regional director for Central Asia and the Middle East.
In October 2006, Camille and Hoda started a new ministry called Heart for Lebanon as a response to the overwhelming needs created by the devastating July war. Heart for Lebanon is a relief and compassionate ministry aimed at sharing the Gospel through an attempt to bring encouragement to those who have lost hope in Lebanon.
Heart for Lebanon’s mission is to see lives changed and communities transformed. This is done through facilitating proper education, providing humanitarian aid, strengthening community development, and promoting leadership empowerment.
In October 2008, Camille was appointed Associate Executive Director for The Middle East Association for Theological Education (MEATE). In October 2010, Camille became the Executive Director for MEATE.
Married since 1990, Camille and Hoda Kahaleh Melki are the parents of May-Lee (19) and Amy (16). The Melki family currently resides in Bsalim, Metn, Mount Lebanon.
Plenary:
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(3) Welcome home!
A fresh Biblical reflection on the refugee crisis, inviting the forcibly displaced communities to the family of God!
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Using a Professional Skill to Reach the Nations
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Children at Risk - A Framework for Action
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Justice in the 21st Century: is the Bible relevant
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Biblical Basis for Grassroots Engagement – Immigrants
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Leading a Holistic Refugee Ministry.
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Spiritual Health When Everything is Broken
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How to holistically care for Afghan refugees — the joys and the challenges.
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How to holistically care for Afghan refugees — the joys and the challenges.
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Children in Crisis: A Worldwide Epidemic
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Refugees Across the Street: Local Apartment Missions
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Children in Crisis: A Worldwide Epidemic
Quote:
“I look forward to sharing with you about the exciting opportunities God gives us to be His hand and feet to the broken communities around us. I am excited to join you in February and to discover together means we can bring honor and glory to our Lord and Savior as we reach out to refugees in our neighborhoods and beyond; welcoming them into the greater family of God.”
Workshop Speakers
Larry Sharp (Using a professional skill to reach the nations - BAM)
Janna (LOOM International)
Colleen Milstein (LOOM International)
Camille Melki (Heart for Lebanon)
Dr. Paul Louis Metzger and Friends at New Wine
Roger Trautmann
Mythraie Gupta (World Venture)
Doug Hazen (World Venture)
Lisa Kelly (Better Life) and Christian refugee friend
Mike Hogan (IJM; 19th only)
Mark and Barb Robinson
Karin Benningfield
Paul Lehmann
Marshall Snider (Bridgetown Inc)
Bas Vanderzalm (MTI)
Ron Holcomb
Bill and Marty Sturdivant (Proskuneo)
Zach Gillock (SF City Impact)
Dwight Ekholm (Entrust)
Dr. G (Support of Missionaries)
Christina Burch
Milan Homola + Team (Compassion Connect)
Paul and Jean Goodner
Douglas and Karen Johnston
Norm and Muriel Cook