He holds a PhD, in Religious Studies from Kenyatta University. Rev. Dr. Manya Stephen has had wide experience as a Lecturer. He has lectured in various universities and colleges including Kenyatta University, Daystar University, Africa International University, Mount Kenya University, Scott Christian University and Riara University before moving to Alupe University College as a Senior Lecturer. He is currently the Director, Post Graduate Studies, a member of the Research Committee, and also the Chair of Committee on Cohesion and Integration of Alupe University College Dr. Manya has done several qualitative research projects and has taught at graduate level and extensively supervised Masters and PhD students. Rev. Dr. Manya has been instrumental in developing theology and education curriculums in several universities including; MA- Christian Education (Scott Christian University) MA- Child Development and MA- Chaplaincy and Diploma in Theology (Daystar University). Rev. Dr. Manya has extensively published in peer reviewed journals. Rev. Dr. Manya has published, ‘Inculturation of the Concept of Atonement in Africa,’ published by Scholar’s press; and a contributing editor, ‘Appropriate Parenting Methods’, published by Daystar University. He has recently published, ‘Special Issues in Qualitative Research.’ Published by Utafiti Publishers – Kenya.