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EMDC Español Lima, Perú Spanish Focus 2025

24-30 DE AGOSTO

«Construyendo comunidad en una era digital»

Building Community in a digital age!

Escrituras, Medios, difusión, Comunidad. Es un evento realizado durante el mes de Agosto, donde reunió a muchos ministerios de Peru y latino Ameirica que estan trabajando en la traduccion de la Biblia en su propia lengua. Durante 5 días, se realizaron talleres de como usar la tecnólogia para el desarrollo de la distribución de Biblia en cada region y comunidad. 

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Paradoxes for The Growing Bible Study Facilitator

  • by Ian Lau

Things to Unlearn to Help Your Group Learn Better
by Participatory Approach Support Team, LEAD Global

When we study the Bible together as a community, there are many roles that help us learn and grow in faith. Bible teachers focus on generating and sharing precious knowledge about God and His Word, while facilitators focus on encouraging dialogue and fostering community among learners. In practice, how might facilitating differ from teaching? As you take on the role of a Bible study facilitator, here are some ideas that might challenge the way you think about what helps people learn well.

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Augmented Quality Assessment (AQuA)

What is AQuA?

AQuA is a copilot tool developed by SIL International that seeks to develop capacity and increase the thoroughness of translation quality assurance. It harnesses artificial intelligence (AI) techniques, assisting translation teams in objectively assessing multiple facets of translation quality by enhancing and complementing preexisting translation work. AQuA runs several augmented quality assessment methods in the areas of accuracy, naturalness, and clarity, which are then analyzed by translation teams to help them make more informed decisions about the quality of their translations.Read More »Augmented Quality Assessment (AQuA)

Digital Nations Report: Mapping the Church’s Online Opportunities

Many people who aren’t encountering the Bible in their daily lives are part of online communities which are new mission fields.

That’s the finding of our new report entitled Digital Nations. It finds that some 5.5 billion people globally spend more than six hours per day online, where digital mission is not always strong. 

Churches and Christian organisations therefore have a new mission opportunity, the report argues.Read More »Digital Nations Report: Mapping the Church’s Online Opportunities

📲 Data with a Mission: What Digital Scripture Engagement Is Teaching Us Today

In this digital age, the question for missions is no longer “Should we go digital?” but “How effectively are we engaging?” Are individuals not only accessing Scripture online but also experiencing transformative interactions with it? These considerations are at the heart of our Digital Scripture Engagement campaigns, guiding how we utilize data to assess and enhance our outreach efforts.

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How can I Introduce People to Jesus Using My Mobile Phone?

Yes I have a phone and yes I use it all the time, but am I using it for good and excellent purposes? Came across this great resource that will help you unlock the full potential of your mobile device to enhance your ministry.  The Mobile Ministry Forum free micro-course entitled, “Introducing People to Jesus Using Your Mobile Phone,” it provides practical tools and strategies to help you effectively use mobile technology to expand your outreach and foster deeper connections.Read More »How can I Introduce People to Jesus Using My Mobile Phone?

“Sparking Creativity” EthnoArts Podcast Recognized in Top10

Have you listened to Sparking Creativity: The EthnoArts Podcast yet? It has been recognized by Feedspot as one of the Top 10 Christian Art Podcasts to listen to in 2025. This podcast delves into the EthnoArts movement, highlighting how communities worldwide utilize their cultural art forms—such as music, dance, and visual arts—to foster development, address needs, and achieve their goals.Read More »“Sparking Creativity” EthnoArts Podcast Recognized in Top10

Update on AI Bible Translation (from AI)

  • by Peter B

In March 2023 I asked ChatGPT “Should you let chatGPT translate the Bible into languages that it hasn’t been available in before?” I just asked it for an update…

In 2023 ChatGPT Answered:
“As an AI language model, I am capable of translating text into different languages, including the Bible. However, it is important to note that the translation of the Bible is a sensitive and complex task that requires a deep understanding of the source text, as well as the culture and linguistic nuances of the target language.Read More »Update on AI Bible Translation (from AI)

EMDC In-Person Conference May 14-22, 2025

You are invited to the Netherlands, there is still time to register!

We are expecting over 600 attendees. Over 400 people have already registered! Space on-site is limited. Registration is only $80 for this 4-day conference (not including housing or pre-EMDC training days).  The 4-days of EMDC each start with worship (music) and devotions, and a plenary session (including “MINI-minute-at-the-mic,” where any organization can talk for 30 seconds).  Then the day is filled with one-hour workshop/seminars that run 4 at the same time (you choose one of the four).  EMDC tries to put dissimilar workshops at the same time to help with your choice.

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Thinking Anthropologically about Media: The Media Technology Is Part of the Message

Have you ever thought about what media technology really is? Sure, we know all about cell phones, what you can use them for and how to operate them. The same may be true for TV sets, computers, cameras and other gadgets. They’re just things, stuff that we use. They mostly do what we want them to do and so we forget that they’re even there. Unless they cause you a problem or malfunction. Then we get angry and maybe shout at them. 

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Exploring Audio and Video Devices for Scripture Engagement

In an increasingly digital world, accessing and engaging with Scripture has become more versatile than ever. Traditional print Bibles remain essential, but for many, audio and video devices provide an accessible, practical, and immersive way to experience God’s Word. Whether serving communities with low literacy rates, reaching remote locations, or supporting believers with disabilities, these devices bridge gaps and enable more people to hear and understand Scripture in their language.

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Eight Conditions for Engagement with Digital Scriptures

  • by Peter B

Since Wayne Dye’s “Eight conditions for scripture engagement” article was first published in 2009 over 2,500 Bibles, New Testaments, and Scripture portions have been made available online, in print, audio and video forms.

Digital publishing brings huge opportunities for access, and for not only getting a message out, but in many contexts for creating dialogue and community.

But, publishing alone does not guarantee that Scriptures will be accessed and engaged with. Here is a brief reworking of the eight conditions with a focus on digital products and strategies:

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The emergence of the #SlowedDown music sub-genre – Soundcloud

When legendary DJ Grand Wizzard Theodore first invented the technique of scratching and needle-dropping in 1975, it opened up a portal into a world of possibilities, creating new styles and sounds by altering records. Fast-forward to 1983, jazz pianist Herbie Hancock teamed up with Bill Laswell and Michael Beinhorn to write and produce “Rockit,” a landmark track that prominently showcased the turntable as an instrument during televised performances at the 1985 Grammys. Buoyed by the success of the music video on MTV, this sensation hit a generation of kids who would go on to create new sounds from records in unconventional ways.

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