Episode 21: Deserts, Dante, and Discipleship: The Global Mission of Classical Education

About this episode

Dr. Brian Williams discusses the impact of classical Christian education in Sub-Saharan Africa with host Karen Elliott.

In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Brian Williams joins Karen Elliott to explore the growing movement of classical Christian education across Sub-Saharan Africa and beyond. Drawing on his global experience and deep historical insight, Williams highlights how this ancient, holistic model of education forms not only the intellect but also the moral, aesthetic, and spiritual lives of students. He casts a compelling vision for the global church to reclaim its rich educational tradition in service to human flourishing—across continents, cultures, and centuries.

People in this episode

Host: Karen Elliott

Guest: Dr. Brian Williams

Topics covered

• classical education
• Christian education
• moral development
• global mission
• human flourishing

Keywords

• classical education
• Christian education
• Sub-Saharan Africa
• moral development
• global church

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rafiki Foundation

Places: Sub-Saharan Africa

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