Quentin Heinen

As an adjunct faculty member at Continental Theological Seminary, I bring experience and dedication to the field of missiology, teaching in the French Bachelor’s program. My teaching portfolio includes subjects such as pentecostal intro to mission, the pentecostal history of missions, church growth, cross-cultural communication, and world religions. With a deep passion for fostering understanding across cultures and religious backgrounds, my academic research focuses on the principles and practices of church growth, Discipleship Making Movements (DMM), church planting along with the development of effective interconvictional dialogues in diverse communities from a pentecostal background. My areas of research are pentecostal missiology, Religious studies, ecclesiology and church planting.

My professional journey is multifaceted, reflecting my commitment to both academic excellence and practical ministry. At Continental Theological Seminary, I have the privilege of guiding students through the complexities of missiology, a field that encompasses not only the study of mission history but also the contemporary strategies needed to communicate the Christian faith across different cultural and social contexts. In my courses on church growth and cross-cultural communication, I emphasize the importance of understanding and navigating cultural dynamics, promoting effective communication strategies that respect and honor the cultural identities of all peoples. These courses are designed to equip future leaders with the tools they need to foster growth and health in their church communities, whether they are local or global.

In addition to my teaching responsibilities, I am employed by the Federal Synode, where I play a key role in developing interconvictional dialogues in Brussels and Wallonia. This position involves fostering constructive conversations among various religious and philosophical communities, promoting mutual understanding and collaboration. The interconvictional dialogue initiative is particularly significant in today’s world, where divisions and misunderstandings between different belief systems often lead to conflict. My work at the Synode is dedicated to bridging these gaps, creating spaces where people from different backgrounds can come together to engage in meaningful, respectful dialogue. This dialogue is essential not only for peaceful coexistence but also for the enrichment of all parties involved, as it allows for the exchange of ideas and experiences that can lead to greater empathy and understanding.

My commitment to missional work extends beyond the classroom and the interconvictional initiatives. I am actively involved in church planting efforts in Mons, following the principles of the Discipleship Making Movement (DMM). This model emphasizes the multiplication of disciples through relational networks and simple, reproducible practices that anyone can follow. It is a movement that seeks to empower every believer to be a disciple-maker, creating a grassroots movement of faith and transformation. The church plant in Mons is designed to be a community that reflects these values, fostering a vibrant, dynamic environment where faith can grow organically through relationships and shared experiences.

My work at the intersection of academic research, practical ministry, and interconvictional dialogue reflects a holistic approach to mission that seeks to address both the spiritual and social needs of communities. Whether in the classroom, in dialogue sessions, or in the church plant, my goal is to contribute to a world where faith, understanding, and collaboration can flourish.