Are you engaging the community?

Here are some very insightful articles on the value of community engagement.

Digital media, when thoughtfully integrated into scripture translation, offers transformative opportunities for meaningful engagement, cultural relevance, and deeper comprehension of the biblical message.

These two thought-provoking studies highlight how audio-visual resources, from animated Bible stories to dubbed films, actively involve communities, enrich the translation process, and inspire genuine responses. By bridging cultural gaps and sparking curiosity, visual storytelling captures attention in ways traditional print cannot, cultivating a strong sense of local ownership and interest in Scripture. Ultimately, these interactive, community-driven approaches demonstrate that the true value lies not merely in the final translated product, but in the dynamic journey of collaboration, creativity, and spiritual growth along the way.

Links to articles:

The visual storyteller: Using oral translation and digital media to engage local communities with Scripture by Kristofer Toler

The Use of Scripture Media for Agile Publishing, Revisions, and Community Engagement

by Margaret Doll