Gospel Hip-Hop, sometimes called Holy Hip Hop, Christian rap,
Christ hop, Gospel rap, or hip-hope, broadly defines a musical
genre, culture, and ministry opportunity that glorifies Jesus Christ to
those that are living in and influenced by hip-hop culture. Expanding
their missionizing practices to the Hip-Hop Generation and the
diverse urban territories they traverse, gospel hip-hoppers – MC’s,
DJ’s, pastors, congregation members, or listeners – act as spiritual
intermediaries, cultural brokers, and “indigenous” missionaries
connecting the church and hip-hop youth across multiple terrains
and social networks. This forum explores both the challenges and
opportunities presented through gospel hip-hop in all its diverse
manifestations and contexts.