Multilingual Church: Strategies for Making Disciples in All Languages - Paperback

by Jonathan Downie (Author)

Your community is multilingual. What about your church?

In a world where communities thrive with diverse languages, why should our churches lag behind? As migration increases and technology, like livestreaming, becomes commonplace, the need for multilingual churches is more pressing than ever. Still, many churches and mission organizations struggle with one-size-fits-all language solutions, while others desperately seek guidance to embrace multilingualism.
This is why we need Jonathan Downie's pioneering work Multilingual Church. It dives into forty years of studies on interpreting, theological wisdom, and practical insights from multiethnic churches. Why settle for one language when the gospel speaks to all? Downie masterfully illustrates the motivation and method for creating a truly multilingual church. From recognizing this urgent need, to uncovering our biblical mandate and choosing the right tools, he provides a comprehensive roadmap for the journey.
Multilingual Church is more than a guide; it's a groundbreaking invitation to reflect Christ's universal love. Downie equips church leaders with the resources they need to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing, multilingual landscape. Are you ready to transform your congregation? The path starts here, united in faith across languages.

Author Biography

Jonathan Downie is a consultant church interpreter and interpreting researcher, with experience in interpreting in-person and remotely at a range of church services and Christian events. As well as co-presenting The Church Interpreting Podcast with Lauryn Albizu, he edits ChurchInterpreting.com and the Bibliography of Interpreting in Christian Settings. Jonathan also runs the Inside Interpreting Youtube channel. He lives in Edinburgh with his wife and six children.