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Laity and participation: a theology of being the church [PDF]

, 2002
The basic assumption of this thesis is that there should be a theology of the laity that is truly positive, ecumenical and catholic. The prime concern, therefore, is less with specific contents and more an exploration of the dimensions such a new ...
Höbel, Thomas
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The nature and significance of prophecy in Pentecostal-charismatic experience: an empirical-biblical study

, 2012
The notion of prophecy is a Leitmotiv, both in Scripture and in the Church. However, the popular form of prophecy that is witnessed in the Church today is the charismatic prophecy manifestations in the Pentecostal- charismatic movement.
Muindi, Samuel W.
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“PENTECOSTAL THEOLOGY” AS CONTRADICTIO IN TERMINIS: A PERSPECTIVE ON THE PAST AND PRESENT

, 2017
The Pentecostal movement, especially in its early days, has been accused of anti-intellectualism and a lack of a developed theological tradition, and it is conceded that it is justifiably so.
Nel, Marius, Marius Nel
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Pentecostal Public Theology in Sweden : From Prophetic Rejection to Political Reform and the Embrace of Catholic Social Teaching

This chapter investigates Pentecostal public theology in Sweden by charting the development of its leader Lewi Pethrus (1884–1974), and the party he founded: the Christian Democrats.
Halldorf, Joel,
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Åndens aktive nærvær i nattverden

Scandinavian Journal for Leadership & Theology
The Spirit's Active Presence in the Eucharist: Reflections on the Pentecostal View of the Eucharist The Lord’s Supper has been central to the Christian church since its institution by Jesus Christ. Within Pentecostal tradition, it has predominantly been
Jarle Waldemar
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Network church: a Pentecostal ecclesiology shaped by mission

, 2010
This thesis develops a pentecostal ecclesiology using the structure of networks that leads to a fresh approach to contextualisation. It addresses the neglect in pentecostal scholarship of church structures beyond the congregation and of critical ...
Lord, Andrew Michael
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Faith in African Lived Christianity

, 2019
Faith in African Lived Christianity brings together anthropology and theology in the study of how faith shapes the understanding of social life in Africa.

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Syncretism in South African Neo-Pentecostal pastoral counselling: A theological–ethical critique

African Journal of Pentecostal Studies
Background: Syncretism in South African Neo-Pentecostal pastoral counselling has emerged through the blending of biblical theology with culturally embedded healing practices.
Solomon S. Mahlangu
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When Christians suffer? : a South African Pentecostal engagement with theodicy and the character of God

, 2023
Thesis (MTh)--Stellenbosch University, 2023.ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This thesis presents a Pentecostal understanding of the character of God in light of Christians suffering sickness, depression and death in South Africa.
Hifindaka, Vilio Tutungeni
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Challenging gender norms in an African Pentecostal denomination

HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies
Women’s exclusion from leadership positions in African Pentecostal churches is a serious problem that affects the church and society at large. Gender inequality in religious spaces often mirrors societal power dynamics, which, if unaddressed, hinders ...
Phumeza C.N. Jacobs, Marilyn Naidoo
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