In 2015 he received an MA in Theology at the same university, graduating with a distinction. His MA research focused in systematic theology, particularly, the application of Christology to African contextual ministry realities. In 2016, after completing his master's research, Magezi enrolled for a PhD at the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University. His PhD thesis focused on theological understandings of migration and its implications for church ministry. It employed a biblical redemptive historical approach to analyse the biblical text and its relevance to the impact of migration on the church. The study is located within a systematic theological reflection, with an intentional gospel ministry application in contemporary urban ministry and intercultural experience, as well as human coexistence Notes on Contributors xviii in the global ministry context, with particular focus on South Africa (SA). Since completing his master's degree, Christopher Magezi has published more than 14 peer-reviewed academic articles in academic journals that enjoy the South African Department of Higher Education (DHET) subsidy. Magezi is currently a Post-Doctoral Researcher at NWU.

In the vast collections of secondary literature related to Lesslie Newbigin's life, ministry, and thought, writers have reflected very little on his enduring passion for a missional approach to the modern secular workplace. This article examines the formative characters and experiences that shaped his groundbreaking thought on the theological nature of the laity's work. It focuses specifically on how his experience as a missionary in India equipped him with a unique contribution to the Western debate regarding workplace ministries. The article outlines the theological foundations of his approach and closes with an exploration of his radical ecclesial proposals for equipping the laity for Christ's work in modern vocations.

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