A Just Mission: Laying Down Power and Embracing Mutuality — Audiobook
A Just Mission: Laying Down Power and Embracing Mutuality is an unabridged English audiobook by Mekdes Haddis, who also narrates it. It critiques Western Christian missions through a receiver-centered, postcolonial perspective and considers the role of diaspora Christians and local leadership.
At a glance
- Examines Western Christian mission from the perspective of those receiving and affected by it.
- Connects theology and Scripture with stories from people of color and diaspora groups.
- Discusses white supremacy, indigenous leadership, grassroots missions and diaspora Christians.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The author also narrates the audiobook, offering the same voice for both the argument and its delivery.
- The 7-hour-and-30-minute unabridged format provides an audio option for hearing the full work.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 30 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | December 6, 2022 |
| Publisher | Christian Audio |
| Author | Mekdes Haddis |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Mekdes Haddis |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in postcolonial critiques of Western Christian missions.
- Readers and listeners exploring diaspora ministry, indigenous leadership and global church perspectives.
- Christian mission organizations and church groups discussing power and mutuality.
Less suited to
- Those seeking a neutral survey of missions rather than a critical, receiver-centered argument.
- Those who prefer a print or ebook edition over listening.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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3% 3% - 1 star
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Customer feedback describes the book as thought-provoking and readable, with one review highlighting its insider-outsider perspective on Western missions. That perspective aligns with the book's stated focus on mission from the receiver's point of view. The aggregate ratings lean positive but include a range of ratings, so they do not establish that every listener will find the argument or presentation compelling.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as thought-provoking.
- Customers appreciate its readability.
Frequently asked questions
What is A Just Mission about?
It critiques Western Christian mission from a receiver-centered perspective and discusses power, white supremacy, local leadership and diaspora Christians.
Who wrote and narrates the audiobook?
Mekdes Haddis is listed as both the author and narrator.
Is this an abridged edition?
The listing identifies it as unabridged, with a listening length of 7 hours and 30 minutes.
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