Lausanne Movement Podcast

• Making Disciples Who Make Disciples | Pascal Ndagijimana on Training Leaders for Africa’s Spiritual Awakening

  🔥 What kind of church will shape Africa in 2060? According to Pastor Pascal Ndagijimana, it starts with indigenous disciple-makers who multiply from the ground up. 🎧 Episode Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Pastor Pascal Ndagijimana shares how God transformed his life—from homelessness in Kigali to becoming a movement leader equipping disciple-makers across Sub-Saharan Africa. As founder of the Humira Mission Agency and President of the Evangelical Baptist Churches of Rwanda, Pascal unpacks how deep discipleship, indigenous leadership, and grassroots mission are preparing the church in Africa for a spiritual awakening in the coming decades. 📌 Main Points & Takeaways • A Story of Redemption and Calling: How Pascal’s encounter with Christ as a street youth changed everything—and led to a lifetime of mission. • Why He Returned to Rwanda: Despite opportunities in the U.S. after Wheaton, obedience to God’s call drew him back to invest in the African church. • Rwanda Ministry Context: In Rwanda, people are no longer convinced by words—they want to see lives transformed. • Humira Mission Agency: A growing network training local leaders as tentmaking disciple-makers in Rwanda, Uganda, DRC, and Mozambique. • Discipleship Is a Lifestyle: Beyond events or teaching—it’s about relationships, obedience, and slow, intentional investment. • How to Train Multipliers: Pascal shares how they equip leaders with theological depth, practical skills, and character formation. • Encouragement for Discouraged Leaders: Disappointment is part of the journey—Jesus experienced it too. Keep going. 🙌 Call to Action If you were inspired by Pascal’s story and vision, take a moment to pray for the work of the Humira Mission Agency and the future of the African church. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with a ministry leader or missionary friend. 🔗 Links & Resources • 🌍 Humira Mission Agency – https://humuramissionagency.org/ Guest Bio: Pascal Ndagijimana is a Rwandan church planter, pastor, and movement leader passionate about multiplying indigenous disciple-makers across Africa. He is the founder of Humura Mission Agency (HMA), serves as President of the Evangelical Baptist Churches of Rwanda, and is also the Vice President of Africa Bora Ministries. Pascal pastors Rugerero Village Baptist Church and is widely known as a Bible teacher and conference speaker. Through HMA, he organizes leadership and discipleship conferences that equip local leaders in Rwanda, Uganda, the DRC, and Mozambique. A graduate of Wheaton College (M.A. in Evangelism and Leadership), Pascal was also part of the Lausanne Younger Leaders Gathering in 2016 (YLG2016)—an experience that helped shape his vision for grassroots disciple-making movements. He and his wife, Peace, have two children, and serves full-time with Humura Mission Agency.

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• Forming Disciple-Making Churches and Christlike Leaders with Mark Williamson

  🔥 How can churches move beyond simply gathering people to actually making disciples who transform communities? 🎧 Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson talks with Mark Williamson, leader, coach, and pioneer behind One Rock International and Fresh Expressions UK. Mark shares how disciple-making lies at the heart of true church growth, why he believes Fresh Expressions of church are crucial for reaching today’s world, and how raising Christlike leaders fuels Kingdom transformation. Packed with practical examples and spiritual wisdom, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone passionate about seeing the global Church thrive. 💡 Main Points Why Disciple-Making Matters: Mark explains why many churches miss the mark on making disciples—and how this affects the Church’s mission in the world. Fresh Expressions of Church: Hear how innovative forms of church like Café Church and Messy Church are reaching people who’d never step into traditional services. Pioneering vs. Planting: Learn why Fresh Expressions focuses on pioneering new communities shaped by local culture rather than simply replicating existing church models. Principles for Global Mission: Mark shares key steps for listening to your community, discerning local needs, and launching contextual ministry initiatives. One Rock International: Discover how Mark’s organization equips leaders through content, coaching, and community to develop Christlike character and impactful leadership skills. Keys to Discipleship: Mark highlights three essentials for disciple-making: one-on-one relationships, role modeling, and giving people real responsibility. Encouragement from Hudson Taylor: Be inspired by the reminder that in God’s work, everything moves from impossible, to difficult, to done. 📣 Call to Action Are you ready to build a disciple-making church and raise leaders who transform communities for Christ? Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and share this episode with your network. Explore more resources on our website to equip your journey in global mission. 🔗 Links & Resources One Rock International → onerockinternational.com Developing Christlike leaders through content, coaching, and community. Fresh Expressions UK → freshexpressions.org.uk Pioneering new forms of church for those not reached by traditional models. Messy Church → messychurch.org.uk Intergenerational, hands-on church for families. Contact Mark Williamson → [email protected]   Mark Williamson is the co-founder and Executive Director of One Rock International, where he equips emerging Christian leaders through spiritual formation, coaching, and leadership training. He also serves as Chair of the Board for Fresh Expressions UK, helping pioneer new forms of missional church that reach people outside traditional congregations. A Methodist lay preacher and seasoned leadership trainer, Mark has spent over 20 years mentoring church planters, social entrepreneurs, and ministry pioneers across the globe. He has helped lead innovative faith communities like Sanctuary Westminster in central London, and he regularly writes and teaches on Christlike leadership, disciple-making, and the global mission of the church.

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• Bold Faith, Creative Evangelism: Steiger’s Luke Greenwood on Reaching the Next Generation in Today’s Global Youth Culture

  🔥How do we reach the lost generation waiting just beyond the walls of the church, longing for hope they don’t know exists?” ✨ Episode Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Luke Greenwood, European Director of Steiger International, to unpack what it means to bring bold faith and creative evangelism into the heart of today’s global youth culture. From his journey as a missionary kid in Brazil to leading gospel movements across European cities, Luke shares powerful stories, practical strategies, and a passionate call to reach the next generation who feel distant from traditional church. ✅ Main Points & Key Takeaways Luke’s Personal Calling: How growing up in a missionary family and discovering a passion for secular youth shaped his mission. The Global Youth Culture Challenge: Understanding why many young people say, “I’m not religious,” and how that mindset shapes evangelism. Creative Evangelism Tactics: Innovative ways Steiger uses music, street art, community housing, and public events to open gospel conversations. Balancing Salt and Light: Luke’s insights on staying holy and distinct while boldly engaging secular spaces. Practical Steps for Listeners: How to start small—through prayer, listening, and simple outreach initiatives—to reach secular youth in your own city. Rooted in the Local Church: Why all creative evangelism must stay connected to local congregations for long-term discipleship and impact. Luke’s Vision: A call to raise 1,000 young missional leaders in five years and establish a mission center in Poland. 📣 Call to Action 👉 Feeling inspired? Share this episode, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, and leave a review so others can discover practical ways to reach the next generation. If you’re sensing a call to mission, explore Steiger’s resources-or consider stepping into their mission school for hands-on training! 🔗 Links & Resources Steiger International Website: www.steiger.org Steiger Resources Library: steiger.org/resources Luke Greenwood’s Book: Global Youth Culture – Check it out here Jesus in the Secular World (Steiger team book) Street Evangelism Handbook: steiger.org/resources Bible Studies for the Non-Religious: steiger.org/resources Is There More? website for seekers: istheremore.info Steiger Mission School Info: steiger.org/sms Connect with Luke on Instagram: @lukejgreenwood Follow Steiger International on Instagram: @steigerinternational   —- Guest Bio Luke Greenwood is Europe Director for Steiger International, author of Global Youth Culture: The Spiritual Hunger of the Largest Unreached Culture Today, and frontman of the evangelistic band The Unrest. Raised as a missionary kid in Brazil, he’s passionate about creative evangelism and training believers to boldly reach secular youth across Europe and beyond.  

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• From Insight to Intercession | Jason Mandryk on Global Trends, Strategic Intercession, and the Future of the Church

  The global Church is changing—but are our prayers keeping up with its needs? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Mandryk, editor of Operation World, joins us for a thought-provoking conversation on the role of strategic, Spirit-led intercession in the age of global change. From his personal calling into prayer mobilization to the intersection of data, mission, and worship, Jason helps us reimagine prayer not as an obligation but as a joyful, global act of partnership with God. We explore current global trends shaping the Church, the challenges of Western influence, and why now more than ever, believers must pray with insight.   🔑 Main Takeaways Prayer as Calling and Delight Jason shares how God called him into a unique blend of prayer, research, and mission—and why prayer is meant to be joyful, not burdensome. The Story and Purpose of Operation World Learn how this powerful prayer tool was birthed in Southern Africa, and how it continues to mobilize believers to pray with focus for every nation on earth. Why Data Matters for Intercession Jason unpacks how information doesn’t replace prayer—it fuels it. When we understand the world, we can pray with greater clarity and compassion. Global Trends Every Christian Should Watch From the growth of the Majority World Church to the rise of hyper-politicized Christianity in the West, Jason highlights trends shaping the Church’s effectiveness. Decolonizing Mission and Sharing Ownership Jason calls for a shift in how Western churches relate to the rest of the world—not as controllers, but as co-laborers learning from others. 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐 Operation World – operationworld.org (includes contact form to connect with Jason or get the prayer Zoom link) 📱 Operation World App – Available in app stores, free and updated annually 🔍 International Prayer Connect – ipcprayer.org A global hub for prayer movements and initiatives 📘 Books & Authors Mentioned Missions and Money by Dr. Jonathan Bonk Shaped for Prayer Enjoyment by David Macmillan Dominion by Tom Holland Reflections from Dallas Willard and Andrew Murray 📊 Missions Research – justinlong.org - Mission trends and prayer intelligence 🧭 Lausanne’s State of the Great Commission Report - Includes Jason’s paper on Global Aging - https://lausanne.org/report/demographics/global-aging-population   Guest Bio Jason Mandryk is the author of the 7th edition of Operation World and helps to lead the Operation World team. He has been serving at the convergence point of the mission, research, and prayer movements for most of the last 25 years. Using data and Scripture to mobilize prayer and mission is his passion. A Canadian/UK dual citizen, Jason has an M.A. in Global Christian Studies from Providence Theological Seminary and currently lives in Seoul, South Korea.

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• Redeeming Local Arts for Kingdom Witness: Héber Negrão on Ethnodoxology and the Mission of God

  The gospel was never meant to silence culture, but to redeem it. Learn how contextual worship and indigenous art are helping every people group declare the glory of God in their own voice. In this episode, Jason Watson speaks with Heber Negrão—missionary, scholar, and global voice in ethnodoxology—about how the arts can serve the Church’s mission by connecting the gospel to the cultural heart of every people group. Drawing from years of field experience among indigenous communities in Brazil and global training contexts, Heber unpacks how local art forms can be reclaimed to witness to Christ in ways that are deeply meaningful and biblically faithful.   📌 Main Points & Takeaways What is Ethnodoxology? A field of mission that empowers believers to worship and proclaim Christ using their own artistic and cultural expressions. Worship that Belongs Imported worship styles often feel disconnected. Heber explains how contextualized worship allows communities to own their praise of God. Critical Contextualization Local arts must be evaluated biblically, and Heber shares a practical framework for what to accept, adapt, or transform. Art as Gospel Communication In oral cultures, art is often the most effective medium for theology, storytelling, and spiritual formation. From Decoration to Declaration The arts aren’t just a supplement to mission—they are a strategy for gospel proclamation and deep discipleship.   If this episode inspired you to rethink the role of culture and creativity in mission, share it with a worship leader, missionary, or artist in your community. Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast and visit the links below to explore how the arts can serve the Church’s global calling.   📚 Links & Resources 📄 Articles What is Ethnodoxology? Ethnodoxology’s Time is Here – Lausanne Global Analysis The Arts Are Not a Universal Language – Lausanne Global Analysis Visual Affect as Validation of Truth – Lausanne Global Report 📘 Resources Ethnodoxology Handbook & Manual Evangelical Missions Quarterly: Arts in Missions Issue   Guest Bio: Héber Negrão is a missionary ethnomusicologist serving at the Evangelical Missionary Linguistic Association (Brazil). He is a member of the Global Ethnodoxology Network and the Arts Task Force of the WEA Mission Commission. He has worked with oral Bible translation for six years among indigenous people in northern Brazil. Héber holds an MA in ethnomusicology and is a  PhD candidate in world arts at Dallas International University. He has been involved in the ethnoarts ministry in Brazil since 2006. His passion is to see every person praising God using their own arts in a culturally appropriate way. In 2016, Héber participated in Lausanne’s Young Leaders Gathering in Jakarta. After that, he joined the Lausanne Communications Team as a volunteer, and in 2020, he joined Lausanne’s staff as online language coordinator. Héber is married to Sophia, and they have 2 young kids.

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