Lived Missiology: The Legacy of Ernest and Phebe Ward

Drawing on both Indian and U.S. sources, Dr. Mahendra uncovers facts and sets forth insights that make this book timely and valuable for the church today, not only in India and America but around the world….This is a book on missiology grounded in biography… I am happy to commend this thoroughly researched new contribution to mission history and theology.
- Howard A. Snyder, Ph.D.
International Representative, Manchester Wesley Research Centre

It is my privilege to express my profound appreciation for this excellent study and reflection on the life and ministry of Ernest and Phebe Ward by Dr. Shivraj Mahendra… This is no mere “period study” for an armchair historian. This is a compelling invitation to enter into the life and work of one of the most compelling and little-known pioneer missionaries of the time… you will leave this study inspired and challenged.
- Timothy C. Tennent, Ph.D.
President and Professor of World Christianity, Asbury Theological Seminary

A definitive study of Ernest and Phebe Ward’s lives and ministry in Central India has been long overdue and Dr. Shivraj Mahendra has now made a significant contribution to fill the gap. Dr. Mahendra’s research and perceptions are enriched and made more meaningful by his own spiritual and cultural roots in the very regions where Ernest and Phebe Ward introduced the gospel 140 years ago.
- Rev. David Yardy
Free Methodist Missionary in Asia for 38 years