Tite Tiénou

Prominent African theologian and missiologist with decades of leadership in theological education, founder of the Maranatha Institute, former president/dean of theological faculties in West Africa and dean emeritus and chair at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School; known for work on African Christianity, folk religion, and global theology.

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Oct 14, 2025 • 1h 7min

The Future of Theological Education with Dr. Tite Tiénou

Dr. Tite Tiénou, a prominent African theologian and founder of the Maranatha Institute, shares insights on the future of theological education. He reflects on his unexpected call to ministry and the mentors who shaped him. Tiénou emphasizes the importance of contextual theology, urging engagement with local culture. He discusses the need to prepare leaders for public life and warns of challenges in seminary enrollment and leadership integrity. Ultimately, he inspires hope in a resilient theological community committed to holistic formation and empowering women leaders.

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