About Philip Wingeier-Rayo
Community & Education Since 1980
Mission Statement
Committed to exploring the intersections of faith, culture, and mission, Philip Wingeier-Rayo seeks to equip and inspire individuals for transformative ministry in a global context. Through scholarship, teaching, and engagement, he fosters a deeper understanding of World Christianity, missiology, and Methodist heritage to advance justice, compassion, and faithful discipleship.
As a prolific writer, Philip Wingeier-Rayo contributes to academic discourse and public theology through books, articles, and blogs that examine faith in action. His writings engage historical and contemporary issues, offering insights that bridge theological scholarship with practical ministry and social change.
Beyond academia, Philip Wingeier-Rayo is deeply committed to the church and community, actively participating in ministry, mentoring leaders, and engaging in mission work. His passion for service extends to equipping faith communities with the knowledge and tools to embody the gospel in meaningful, transformative ways.
Philip Wingeier-Rayo’s Career
1980 – 2003
Education & Mission work
Chicago Theological Seminary
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Theology, Ethics & CultureDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Theology, Ethics & Culture
1998 – 2003
study theology, research and write dissertation, take qualifying exams
Seminario Evangélico de Teología
Master’s degree, Theology/Theological Studies
1995 – 1998
Study theology, write master’s thesis
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
MTS, Theology
1994 – 1998
Study theology, write master’s thesis
Earlham College
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Human Development & Social Relations and Spanish
1984 – 1988
Double major in Human Development & Social Relations and Spanish
ETHS
1980 – 1984
jul. 2000 – jun. 2003
Professor of Theology and Wesleyan Studies
Seminario Baez CamargoSeminario Baez Camargo
Taught theology and Methodist studies
Skills: Research Skills · Interpersonal Skills
jun. 1988 – jun. 2004
Missionary work
General Board of Global Ministries
Outreach, hosted mission teams, English-Spanish interpretation, taught seminary courses
Skills: Community Engagement · Interpersonal Skills
jul. 2003 – jun. 2014
Professor of Religion
Pfeiffer University
North Carolina, United States
Teaching, advising students, assessment, and administrative duties. Teach classes in the areas of theology, missions and United Methodist history, doctrine & polity. Elected chair of Faculty Senate.
Skills: Board Relations · Higher Education Leadership · Research Skills · Academic Advising · Analytical Skills
Jun 2014 – Jul 2015
Professor of Christian Mission & Intercultural Studies
Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University
Dallas, Texas
Teaching, research, writing, administration & advocacy
Skills: Talent Management · Higher Education Leadership · Executive Visibility · Research Skills · Academic Advising · Interpersonal Skills · Higher Education Administration · Communication · Analytical Skills · Event Planning
Jul 2015 – Jun 2018
Associate Professor of Mission, Evangelism and Methodist Studies
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Austin, Texas
Teaching, research, writing, assessment and administration duties
Skills: Research Skills · Academic Advising · Interpersonal Skills · Analytical Skills
Wesley Theological Seminary
Jul 2018 – Jun 2025
Professor of World Christanity, Missiology and Methodist Studies
Skills: Distance Learning · Research Skills · Academic Advising · Interpersonal Skills · Analytical Skills
Jul 2018 – Jun 2022
Academic Dean
Skills: Board Relations · Distance Learning · Talent Management · Higher Education Leadership · Executive Visibility · Academic Advising · Community Engagement · Interpersonal Skills · Higher Education Administration · Communication · Analytical Skills · Event Planning
Jul 2018 – Jun 2022
Dean and Professor of Missiology and Methodist Studies
Skills: Board Relations · Distance Learning · Higher Education Leadership · Executive Visibility · Academic Advising · Community Engagement · Interpersonal Skills · Higher Education Administration · Communication · Analytical Skills · Event Planning
Philip Wingeier-Rayo’s legacy
Throughout his career, Dr. Philip Wingeier-Rayo has built a lasting legacy as a scholar, teacher, and missional leader. His extensive writing spans books, academic articles, and public reflections that explore the rich intersections of faith, culture, mission, and Methodist identity.
With a deep commitment to both scholarship and service, his work challenges assumptions, uplifts overlooked voices, and offers practical insights for today’s church and world.
Whether you’re a student, pastor, or lifelong learner, Dr. Wingeier-Rayo’s writings offer thoughtful, inspiring, and timely perspectives.
Explore his books and articles to engage more deeply with the global mission of the church.
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