Conference Presentations by Calvin Sun
A summary paper and presentation of technological trends, specifically the opportunities of block... more A summary paper and presentation of technological trends, specifically the opportunities of blockchain technology in addressing challenges in mission partnership. The paper touches on the issue of trust, decentralization, and new possibilities provided through blockchain innovations. The purpose is to initiate discussions as to the development and effects of current technological trends on the Christian missionary enterprise.
An exploration of how guided “child’s play” with toy bricks can create new avenues in understandi... more An exploration of how guided “child’s play” with toy bricks can create new avenues in understanding and teaching of biblical stories. Through the example of Nehemiah’s rebuilding project this exhibit examine the advantages of play through toy bricks as a language for the story, the accessibility and approachable nature of toys, the practice of imagination to re-creation of the story in reality, and the sharing of the expressions and learnings through the creation.
Term Papers by Calvin Sun
A paper seeking to understand what mission in the digital domain is and why the Church needs to m... more A paper seeking to understand what mission in the digital domain is and why the Church needs to move beyond the How-tos as she live out her faith and the great commission online.
A short paper that proposes a project-based/kindergarten model in living out a denominational tra... more A short paper that proposes a project-based/kindergarten model in living out a denominational tradition.
An exploration of Jacques Ellul's The Technological Society as an analysis of 21st-century church... more An exploration of Jacques Ellul's The Technological Society as an analysis of 21st-century churches. This paper seeks to identify influences of techniques within churches today and the danger of our reliance on technologies and the measurement of efficiency within our faith communities.
The future of the Canadian Chinese church have been in question for many years: Should it exist? ... more The future of the Canadian Chinese church have been in question for many years: Should it exist? Does it have a purpose? Can it thrive? While new Asian immigrants continue to increase in major Canadian cities, many Chinese church leaders are stuck or are unable to maneuver the community through the complexity of a multi-congregational, multi-ethnic, cross-generational church into the future. While the possibilities for a thriving Canadian Chinese church are numerous and thus should cause much excitement for innovative leaders, I would like to propose the catalyst needed to move beyond the current crisis is a culture of reconciliation.
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Conference Presentations by Calvin Sun
Term Papers by Calvin Sun