Video: Shepherding, Reconciling, and Ministering: Humility in Pastoral Practice

How can Christians embody Jesus’ humility in our current cultural, political, religious, and institutional climates? Our 2023-2024 Public Theology series focuses on Christian humility in conversation with Dean Dennis Edwards’ forthcoming book, Humility Illuminated: The Biblical Path Back to Christian Character, and in response to the Christ hymn of Philippians 2.

What is humility, and why is it necessary for pastoral practice? Leaders in congregational ministry, conflict transformation, and accessibility advocacy will discuss this misunderstood virtue, in concept and in concrete ministry practice.

Pastor Peter Ahn serves as the founder and leader pastor of Metro Community Church in Englewood, NJ. He holds an MDiv from Fuller Theological Seminary and a DMin in Global Leadership from Alliance Theological Seminary. Peter co-hosts the weekly podcast “Weak Pastor,” where he explores the Christian faith from the perspective of vulnerability.

Dr. Mary Adams Trujillo is a conflict transformation strategist who offers consultation and coaching for individual, organizational, and community transformation. As a researcher, mediator, and spiritual director, she has provided more than 40 years of service to her clients.

Dr. Mike Walker is a Canadian theologian and advocate for people with disabilities, who has worked in Ontario and Chicago. He is currently working on an accessibility project through Carleton University in Ottawa.