Donald E. Miller

About the Author

Donald E. Miller is a distinguished scholar and author renowned for his insightful explorations of religious movements and their societal impacts. With a PhD in sociology from the University of California, he has dedicated his career to understanding the dynamics of faith communities worldwide, particularly in the Global South. As the founder and executive director of the Center for Religion and Civic Culture at the University of Southern California, Miller has conducted extensive fieldwork in regions like Latin America, Africa, and Asia, shedding light on how Pentecostalism is reshaping social engagement and activism. His seminal work, Global Pentecostalism: The New Face of Christian Social Engagement, co-authored with Tetsunao Yamamori, draws from surveys and interviews across 20 countries to reveal the transformative power of this burgeoning movement. Miller's research bridges academia and public discourse, influencing policymakers and religious leaders alike with his nuanced, evidence-based analyses.