Call for Papers: Dynamics of Indigenization
A Special Issue of the Journal of Presbyterian History
The Journal of Presbyterian History (JPH) invites submissions for a special issue on “The Dynamics of Indigenization”, which will consider the history of global Christian communities that arose within the Presbyterian and Reformed traditions or through contacts with Presbyterian missions. This special issue will approach indigenization in terms of how communities adapted to local needs and conditions, or responded on the ground to governments, dominant faith groups, and broader societies. In its thematic focus, it draws inspiration from the scholarship of the late Lamin Sanneh, who illuminated how Christianity “translated” into diverse cultures and how Christians engaged with peoples rooted in other religious traditions. Articles should reflect original historical research and draw on Presbyterian or Reformed archives and sources. The guest editors for this special issue are Bonnie Sue Lewis, Connie Shemo, and Heather J. Sharkey.
For more information on the Journal of Presbyterian History, see https://www.history.pcusa.org/history-online/publications/journal-presbyterian-history Note that JPH favors articles that combine scholarly rigor with a clear and lively prose style. Its target audience includes both professional historians and general educated readers.
Articles should range from 5,000 to 7,000 words, including notes. The deadline is March 1, 2020. Send submissions to jph@history.pcusa.org