Faith-Based Development: How Christian Organizations Can Make a Difference - Softcover

Bob Mitchell is a priest, lawyer, and governor of non-profits. He is the CEO of Anglican Overseas Aid based in Australia. Mitchell has extensive experience in the international aid and development sector, and is passionate about articulating and theologically framing the unique contribution of faith-based agencies.

"University degrees have taught me what to do, practical experience has helped me know how to do it, but never have I been challenged in this way as a Christian to understand why I do this work. This book takes a fresh look at how Christian agencies play a unique role in international development because of their faith. Mitchell drills straight to the core of the Christian development worker, exposes their heart and deepest motivations, and challenges us to ask why our faith really matters in our work." --Chey Mattner, Executive Secretary, Australian Lutheran World Service

"This book is a key contribution to the academic and applied literature on Faith Based Organisations (FBOs) and development. FBOs are an important part of the puzzle in responding to 21st century development challenges and in attaining the sustainable development goals. Faith-based Development is a potential benefit to Christian FBOs around the world, encouraging them to reclaim their identity in their efforts to bring social transformation and development. This book clearly outlines these themes in an engaging and easy-to-read fashion." --A/Prof Nathan Grills, Nossal Institute for Global Health, University of Melbourne

"A timely, readable, and practical promotion of faith-based development that answers a critically important question: How can Christian organizations make a difference?... Essential reading material for all Christians studying or working in the field of development." --Dean H. Pallant, in Christian Journal for Global Health