Wednesday, Jun 03, 2009

Profess Interview Series: Ron Martoia, author of "Transformational Architecture"

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This edition of the Profess Interview Series brings to you an exclusive conversation between C.E. Moore and Ron Martoia, author of “Transformational Architecture.” In our interview, Ron talks about understanding our own context as we seek to tell the Gospel story, reconsidering our approach to evangelism, his thoughts on the “moment of salvation,” and how to talk about Christian growth with new language.


BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION: Dr. Ron Martoia is a transformational architect.What in the world is that you ask? Ron helps people and the organisms they serve, design and then journey through the experience of deep change. He consults with executive teams in corporate settings, but specializes in churches. The landscape of ministry is undergoing quantum changes. Many of these changes are theological and cultural shifts that in turn change the way churches see and then intersect their communities.

Author of numerous periodical articles, his first book project was entitled Morph!, a volume helping leaders do good self leadership as they foster creative and compelling environments. Ron's second book came out in May of 2007. Static: Tuning out the "Christian Noise" to Experience the Real Message of Jesus, addresses how the words we use are containers, which engender or endanger genuine dialogue. The sequel to Static, Transformational Architecture: Resphaing Our Lives As Narrative, looks at the skyrocketing interest in spirituality in our culture and how to use those entry points so we can enter the arena of spiritual conversations.

In addition to his consulting and writing, his most exciting enterprise is the founding and facilitating of a new experimental learning model called III:TEXT. This is an attempt to broker and facilitate a sort of curator look at the best theological, practical and leadership development tools available. For those unable to explore seminary or looking for a different experience than traditional schooling, this may be the option you have been looking for. So far this experience has been met with eager participation and praise.
Ron's doctorate is in the area of leadership and culture. In addition to having served on adjunct faculty at several Universities, Ron has provided leadership training and organizational development in 12 countries of the world.

You can learn more about Ron and his ministry at www.velocityculture.com.


We’d like to thank Ron Martoia for answering some of our burning questions about his book and a special thanks to Robin Geelhoed of Zondervan Publishing for setting up this interview.

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