THE SIXTH ANNUAL DANIEL J. HARRINGTON, S.J. LECTURE: THE WISDOM OF NYA MODO AND AFRO-GLOBALIZATION
Presenter: Jean Luc Enyegue, S.J., director of the Jesuit Historical Institute in Africa; lecturer in Church History at Hekima University College
Location: Corcoran Commons, Heights Room, Chestnut Hill Campus
Free of charge
In the Ewondo language of Central Africa, a nya mdo, or “mother of man,” refers to a wise person, often an elder, whose social influence fosters communal cohesion, ethical guidance, and a sense of hope. In this lecture honoring nya mdo Fr. Daniel Harrington, S.J., Dr. Jean-Luc Enyegue, S.J. explores how nya modo can be used as a conceptual framework for interpreting African Christianity and its role within the global Church. He argues that this concept provides a compelling model for theological reflection, positioning African Christianity as as source of hope for African communities and the world at large.
Presentation of the Alumni Distinguished Service Award
Sponsored by Boston College Clough School of Theology and Minsitry
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