{"product_id":"decolonizing-diakonia-9783631937297","title":"Decolonizing Diakonia","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe traditional concept of \u003ci\u003ediakonia \u003c\/i\u003ecentres on servanthood and humble service, leading to inconsistencies in mission practice and necessitating revision. If \u003ci\u003ediakonia \u003c\/i\u003econtinues to be defined as servanthood, it risks objectifying people, excluding them from being subjects of mission, failing to learn from others, and mystifying the power of domination. Since \u003ci\u003ediakonia \u003c\/i\u003ehas been essential to the mission of the church from its early days, its interpretation significantly influences the church's self-understanding, current mission and relationships with others. \u003ci\u003eDecolonizing Diakonia \u003c\/i\u003eexplores these issues by examining the Bible, historical developments, theology of service, and Katherine B. Hockin's companionship. This book discovers new language, images, and practices for \u003ci\u003ediakonia \u003c\/i\u003ethat align with postcolonial contexts, emphasizing just, respectful, and compassionate relationships among those participating in God's mission today. Hockin's concept of \u003ci\u003ediakonia \u003c\/i\u003eas companionship is a fitting idea and practice for our mission. Her notion of companionship is inclusive, allowing everyone to participate in God's mission as equals regardless of their status or privilege within society's power structures. This companionship transforms the power dynamics from being \u003ci\u003efor \u003c\/i\u003eothers into \u003ci\u003ewith \u003c\/i\u003eeach other. \u003ci\u003eDecolonizing Diakonia \u003c\/i\u003econtributes to a deeper understanding of the importance of intercultural and postcolonial hermeneutics as a critique of power and decolonizing mission practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnyone who deals in this era of fragmentation and the brokenness of our societies with human beings should make this book its own. Not thinking and acting for others and accordingly disempowering them or patronizing them, but in the approach of diaconal companionship, the focus is placed on acting \u003ci\u003ewith \u003c\/i\u003eothers, a togetherness that we urgently need in a post-colonial age.  Prof. Dr Benjamin Simon, Ecumenical Institute at Bossey\/ World Council of Churches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsing biblical, historical, theological, philosophical, missiological, social and power analysis, \u003ci\u003eDecolonizing Diakonia \u003c\/i\u003emakes a compelling argument for moving away from the image of servanthood toward an embracing of the idea of companionship. Members of the diaconate and champions of intercultural sensitivity and inclusion will appreciate this powerful challenge to traditional thinking and will value the moving story-telling that Cho and Park share in this volume.  Ted Dodd, President DIAKONIA of the Americas and Caribbean Member of the World Council of Churches Ecumenical Diakonia Reference Group\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peter Lang GmbH, Internationaler Verlag der Wissenschaften","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51926394995031,"sku":"9783631937297","price":33.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9783631937297.jpg?v=1760623737","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/decolonizing-diakonia-9783631937297","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}