Edward Smither

Edward Smither is a professor and dean of intercultural studies at Columbia International University. He spent fourteen years in intercultural ministry in North Africa, France, and the US. His previous books include Missionary Monks, Mission in the Early Church, and Augustine as Mentor. His latest book is Christian Mission: A Concise, Global History.

The Monks Who Used the Arts in Missions

When we speak of Celtic Christianity, often large oversized crosses, mystic spirituality, and colorful characters like St. Patrick come to mind. In my study...

Meet the Missionary Monks

Christian monks from the early and medieval church played a big role in forging a path for Christianity to spread. Their dedication to living simple lives of service made them ideal for cross-cultural missions work.

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