This fourth volume in the Ecumenical Symposium of Eastern Africa Theologians (ESEAT) Series addresses the critical question: to what extent is the Church ministering effectively in African cities? Over the past few decades Africa has undergone the most rapid urbanisation in all of human history so that by 2025, over half of the African population will likely be urban. Accompany this unparalleled urbanisation is the unprecedented growth of the Christian faith in sub-Saharan Africa. These two trajectories form the context for issues of urban ministry that are explored in this volume. Biblical perspectives remain foundational to contemporary theological reflection on urban ministry, while Africa perspectives are crucial in assessing the role of the Church thus far and offering recommendations for enhancing its service to city dwellers today. While not exhaustive, the topics covered include contributions of Pentecostal-Charismatic churches, African Instituted Churches (AICs), particular ministries, alcoholism, HIV and AIDS, and environmental degradation. Urban ministry in Africa has both local and global significance, given the spread of African Christianity to other continents like Europe and North America. Therefore this volume provides essential reading for scholars, pastors, students and any concerned about urban ministry in the world today.