The articles written by Eastern's faculty identify cutting-edge work that is being done in Christian development theory and praxis. They are as follows:

David Bronkema wrote the "Introduction" and co-wrote with Christopher Brown "Business as Mission Through the Lens of Development."

Lindy Backues wrote "Interfaith Development Efforts as Means to Peace and Witness."

Robert Davis wrote "What about Justice? Toward an Evangelical Perspective on Advocacy in Development."

Sharon Gramby-Sobukwe and Tim Holland wrote "The Rise of Mega-Church Efforts in International Development: A Brief Analysis and Areas for Further Research."

Stan LeQuire and Katie Van Gilder wrote "Caring for Creation and Culture: A Survey of Evangelical Involvement in Ecotourism with a Proposed Theological Framework."

Connie Ostwald wrote "A Deeper Look at Poverty: Challenges for Evangelical Development Workers."

M. Thomas Ridington and Chris Kapp wrote "Eastern University's MBA in Economic Development: Insights for Development Management Programs."

Transformation is a peer-reviewed journal published quarterly on behalf of the Oxford Centre for Mission Studies in the United Kingdom. It provides scholars and practitioners an international forum for discussion on mission studies.   The journal offers considered analysis and reflection on a range of issues affecting the world today, including economics, development, violence, family life and other ethical issues.

The Oxford Centre for Mission Studies promotes the vision of the global church engaged in effective holistic mission, especially among the poor and marginalized. Its mission is to equip leaders, nurture scholars and enable institutions for ministry, particularly in the two-thirds world churches. Visit http://www.ocms.ac.uk/

For more information about the School of Leadership and Development, visit: http://eastern.edu/academic/ccgps/sld/