The world has been transformed by the pandemic. Most notably, cities have been impacted greatly. What will cities, in particular the central business districts, be like in a post-pandemic world? Will companies pack out downtown offices like before? #IJUT #UTJournal

Our upcoming 5th edition is titled "For the Renewal of All Things." What does it look like for churches to be involved in the renewal of all things in their cities? #IJUT #UTJournal #urbanstudies #missiology #missional

"Cities, pulsing with both life and death, draw many a Christian to wonder how God would have us engage them." - Michael Crane From the article "The Spectrum of Christian Models of Urban Transformation" in the upcoming 5th volume of IJUT. #IJUT #UTJournal #missiology #missional

"One manifestation of injustice in our society that is often overlooked has to do with where we live. The built environment is a daily reminder that we prioritize some facets of humanity over others." -- Chris Lazaro, CNU-a From the article "Justice and the Built Environment"

"I believe that Christian outreach, while most of the time honest and sincere, has failed in assessing the structural root causes that continue to hold children captive to the street lifestyle." -- Greg Burch, PhD ⠀⠀ In the upcoming 5th volume of IJUT #missiology #missions

"The right to the city is far more than the individual liberty to access urban resources: it is a right to change ourselves by changing the city." – David Harvey #IJUT #UTJournal #urbanstudies #missiology

"Christians can become agents of change and participate in, or even create, new social movements where they address issues contrary to human dignity and to the values of God’s kingdom." From an upcoming article in the 5th volume of IJUT. #IJUT #UTJournal #urbanstudies

In each volume of our journal we're grateful and excited to share information about our various partners. These are organizations, ministries, and resources that align with the focus of the journal. Give them a follow! #missions #churchplanting #IJUT #UTJournal #seminary

It's just about time for the release of Volume 5 ... stay tuned! #IJUT #UTJournal #urbanstudies #missiology

"It’s true that not all endeavors can be equally championed by Christians and secular organizations, but many can be. Bikeability and safe streets are one such an endeavor." From the article "A Gospel Ministry for a Bikeable City" in the upcoming 5th volume of #IJUT.

“If we want to be equipped to impact the world with the compassion and love of Jesus, we not only need a diversity of voices, we need those who are more socio-economically & racially marginalized to be at the center.” Voices Rising by Shabrae J. Krieg & Janet B. Singleterry

Super excited that Vol. 5 of the International Journal of Urban Transformation is finally here! The theme is "For the Renewal of All Things." Lots of obstacles to overcome to get this to print. Very grateful for all who contributed to this! $8.95 ... buff.ly/3tVoVqg

"With over half the world's population now living in cities, an increasingly important concern in everyday life & urban politics is the issue of mobility." - Vivanco, Reconsidering the Bicycle To explore this topic more read "A Gospel Ministry for a Bikeable City" in IJUT Vol 5

"The harsh reality is that life in Nairobi must be walkable; few residents have the luxury of owning a vehicle (though that number is growing)." To explore this topic more read "Walkability in Nairobi" by Marchauna Rodgers in the 5th volume of IJUT (buff.ly/3tVoVqg).

Volume 5 "For the Renewal of All Things" is available both as a paperback and on Kindle. Learn more: buff.ly/2R3zjyY #IJUT #UTJournal #urbanstudies #missiology #churchplanting #ministry

"Years of living abroad taught me how to read a city. Some of my intercultural competence came from my first few months of living in my new home in Asia, when my colleague would walk me through the city pointing out different monuments that often had a political history to them."

"Stephen represents a growing trend of church leaders in the city who are stepping into starting social enterprises for the betterment of their neighborhoods. To explore this topic more read "Grace in the Bywater" in the 5th volume of IJUT (link in bio). #IJUT #UTJournal

What is the role of the church within cities? IJUT Volume 5 focuses on the theme of “For the Renewal of All Things.” Our Feature Articles highlight different responses to injustices that are prevalent in today’s global cities. #urbanministry #cities #seminary #churchplanting

“Cities have the capability of providing something for everybody, only because, and only when, they are created by everybody.” ― Jane Jacobs, The Death and Life of Great American Cities

"In our globalized world, human trafficking in connection with sexual exploitation and forced prostitution is a multi-billion-dollar industry."⠀ ⠀ From the article "Sex and the Globalized City" by Rainer Schacke in the upcoming 5th volume of IJUT.