Workshop
CEO, Christian Tribune & Impact Asia Alliance
Dr. Timothy Cheng is the CEO of Christian Tribune and the Impact Asia Alliance, serving as a key leader in shaping mission discourse and collaboration across Asia. Based in Taiwan, he has contributed significantly to the global mission community through his research, writing, and active involvement in ministry networks. His works explore themes such as indigenous knowledge systems, collaborative theology, global mission complexity, and the evolving landscape of worldwide evangelization. Dr. Cheng has presented at international gatherings and produced influential reflections on Lausanne 4, cross-cultural cooperation, and the future of mission leadership. He also engages in public dialogue through podcasts and written responses addressing translation, contextualization, and missional wellbeing. Dr. Cheng received his theological education from the New York Theological Education Center.
Academic Background
New York Theological Education Center
Selected Publications / Research Works
Cheng, Timothy. “Reading the Environment: Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Communicating in Context.”
Cheng, Timothy. “Why Collaboration: Refocusing Theology on Cooperation.”
Cheng, Timothy. “Co-Creating: From *Missio* to *Prothesis*.”
Cheng, Timothy. “Reimagining Missions: Everyone to Everywhere.”
Cheng, Timothy. “Lausanne 4: Personal Reflections.”
Cheng, Timothy. “Missions in Global Complexity: Navigating Participation in God’s Purposes.”
Cheng, Timothy. “He Timatanga Translation: A Response.”
Cheng, Timothy. *The Wellbeing Imperative 2024* — Podcast Discussion.
Cheng, Timothy. “Whose Side Are You On? 2023 Reflections on the State of Global Missions.”