The Deans' Lecture Series: Reclaiming Our Prophetic Voice

1151 Century Tel Drive,Wentzville MO 63385

25 February, 2021

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Reclaiming Our Prophetic Voice: Race, Gender, Ethnicity, and Oneness Pentecostalism The mission of the Deans' Lecture Series is to provide a venue for interdisciplinary exploration of biblical, theological, and cultural scholarship. Join us  February 25, 2021 7:00pm-9:00pm Special Guest: Dr. Robin Johnston “Reclaiming Our Prophetic Voice: Race, Gender, Ethnicity, and Oneness Pentecostalism” Reclaiming Our Prophetic Voice: Race, Gender, Ethnicity, and Oneness Pentecostalism The restoration impulse is the best lens through which to view the rise of Pentecostalism. This desire to return to the church to the Book of Acts pattern placed the early Pentecostals at odds with both the broader church culture and dominant North American culture. Oneness Pentecostals were the most committed to the restorationist impulse, willing even to reject historic doctrines embraced for centuries if they contradicted apostolic practice. The restoration impulse was broader than theology; it touched practice as well. Rooted in Peter’s understanding that the Spirit was to be poured out on all flesh, early Pentecostals were intentionally interracial, multiethnic, and open to women in ministry. In a very real way, they prophetically lived out the New Testament ideal. However, pressure to accommodate to the broader North American culture silenced key elements of their prophetic voice. The contemporary church must find ways to reclaim its prophetic voice. Robin Johnston serves as the editor in chief and publisher for the United Pentecostal Church International. In addition he is the director for the Center for the Study of Oneness Pentecostalism as well as an adjunct professor in historical theology for Urshan Graduate School of Theology. He holds a BA from Gateway College of Evangelism, a MATS from Covenant Theological Seminary, and a PhD from Regent University. He is the author of Howard Goss: A Pentecostal Life, The Handbook on the Book of Acts, co-author with David K. Bernard of On Being Pentecostal and the general editor for the Apostolic Study Bible. Prior to his current position, he served as executive vice president for Gateway College. He also planted a church in Victoria, British Columbia. He and his wife, Marsha, are parents to three adult children. The Johnston’s live in Saint Charles, Missouri. For more information contact David Molina at [email protected].