The World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) has released a new and timely issue of Reformed World, its international theological journal, bringing urgent attention to one of the most pervasive forces shaping modern life: money.

Titled “Theological Reflections on Money,” this issue gathers a rich tapestry of global voices—scholars, pastors, economists, and activists—who wrestle with the spiritual, ethical, and societal implications of wealth in our world today. The collection not only challenges readers to reconsider their assumptions about money but also invites the global church to reimagine economic systems in light of justice, solidarity, and faith.

A Global Forum for Theological Imagination

As a publication of the WCRC, Reformed World continues to embody the organization’s commitment to being a global koinonia—a communion seeking justice, unity, and ongoing transformation. The journal aims to deepen and widen the Reformed tradition by opening its pages to diverse cultural, theological, and contextual perspectives. It embraces a broad understanding of theology, engaging not only scripture and tradition but also art, ethics, activism, and the lived experiences of communities around the world.

This issue’s theme arrives at a moment when questions of economic inequality, digital currencies, and global financial instability dominate public conversation.

Highlights from the Issue

The issue opens with an editorial by co-editor Rev. Philip Vinod Peacock, who frames money as a theological locus that demands renewed attention—especially as global financial systems grow increasingly complex and morally ambiguous.

Among the standout contributions:

• Dr. Rogate R. Mshana, in “Money, Greed, and Economic Justice,” calls the church to confront the destructive cycles of greed that fuel global inequities.
• Sarah Edwards presents a compelling case study from the JustMoney Movement, revealing how communities of faith are experimenting with ethical financial practices.
• Huang Po Ho reflects on cryptocurrency as a “money empire,” contrasting it with the values of God’s reign.
• John Samuel Ponnusamy revisits the Hebrew Bible’s rich insights on wealth and justice.
• John M. Itty examines money’s potential to become an idol—one that distorts human priorities and corrodes spiritual life.
• Elizabeth Hinson-Hasty offers a sobering historical exploration of how economic systems, including the transatlantic slave trade, continue to shape twenty-first-century moral challenges.
• Rev. Dr. Christy Newton navigates ethical questions emerging from today’s economic volatility.
• Katlego Mohuba considers how investment and finance can support sustainable food systems, especially in digital contexts.
• Jackline Makena explores the moral tensions inherent in decentralized finance and digital currency.

The latest issue of Reformed World is now available on the WCRC resources page. Readers, scholars, and church communities are encouraged to engage with this rich collection of voices as they discern faithful responses to the economic realities of our time.