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Orlando Espín. Idol And Grace: On Traditioning And Subversive Hope, Roberto Goizueta 2019 Boston College

Orlando Espín. Idol And Grace: On Traditioning And Subversive Hope, Roberto Goizueta

Journal of Hispanic / Latino Theology

No abstract provided.


The Church And Social Responsibility: Contributions To Contemporary Social Ethics From The Ecumenical Social Method Of The Oxford Conference On Church, Community, And State Of 1937, Gary B. MacDonald 2019 Southern Methodist University

The Church And Social Responsibility: Contributions To Contemporary Social Ethics From The Ecumenical Social Method Of The Oxford Conference On Church, Community, And State Of 1937, Gary B. Macdonald

Religious Studies Theses and Dissertations

Cultural and political realities, and doctrinal differences among faith traditions challenge unified theological and ecclesial contribution to political dialogue. Within the work of the Oxford Conference of the Universal Christian Council of Life and Work on Church, Community and State of 1937, organized by Joseph Oldham, are elements of an applied understanding of social responsibility, offering resources to enable such contribution. Here, I call this “Oxford Responsibility,” defined as a society in which its members and institutions act in accordance with human value and freedom, in obedience to the will of God, toward the achievement of justice within the limits …


Worldview, Aspirations, Folkways, And Perceptions Of Folk Muslims: Promising Pathways For Adventist Missions, Jiamah Adil 2019 Mountain View College

Worldview, Aspirations, Folkways, And Perceptions Of Folk Muslims: Promising Pathways For Adventist Missions, Jiamah Adil

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

An ethnography conducted in a Muslim community reveals that the incarnational example of Jesus Christ may be relevant in Muslim ministry as the missionary participates in people’s lives and engages them in meaningful conversations. Such approach opens up gospel avenues and wonderful opportunities for Muslims to know about the authentic Adventist faith and lifestyle.


Pastor's Age, Church Growth, And Vitality: What Is The Relationship?, Petr Cincala, René Drumm 2019 Andrews University

Pastor's Age, Church Growth, And Vitality: What Is The Relationship?, Petr Cincala, René Drumm

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This presentation highlights data from the Natural Church Development (NCD) survey, investigating the question, “How are selected measures of a church’s wellbeing related to the pastor’s age” Utilizing data from over 8,000 congregations, the analysis indicates a consistent pattern of positive church leadership and growth associated with younger pastors.


Transformational Relationships: Re-Framing Impact In Faith-Based Social Service Organizations, Sonja E. Schappert 2019 University of San Francisco

Transformational Relationships: Re-Framing Impact In Faith-Based Social Service Organizations, Sonja E. Schappert

Master's Projects and Capstones

Theories of change and logic models are the industry standard foundation for impact evaluation. However, half of all nonprofits do not use these models due to resource constraints or the perception that their work does not fit into a model. This is especially true in relationship-based programs, such as those in faith-based social services. This Capstone examines the influence of relationship theory on a faith-based organization’s impact. The research methodology included deductive, action-based research with a foundational literature review focused on nonprofit planning and evaluation theory and social science theory. Then a total of 6 expert interviews were conducted, 3 …


Stories Of Conversion, Retention, And Reclamation: The Southeast Asian Experience, Arceli Heyasa Rosario 2019 Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies

Stories Of Conversion, Retention, And Reclamation: The Southeast Asian Experience, Arceli Heyasa Rosario

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

No abstract provided.


Church Size And Member Characteristics, Commitment, And Satisfaction, Petr Cincala, René Drumm 2019 Andrews University

Church Size And Member Characteristics, Commitment, And Satisfaction, Petr Cincala, René Drumm

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This presentation examines how church size is related to member satisfaction with local church functioning and how demographics of church members vary according to church size. The presentation highlights statistically significant differences in church attendance, family religious routines, church involvement and satisfaction, and lifelong commitment to the SDA Church.


Reshaping The Theology And Praxis Of Inculturation Through Interreligious Dialogue Between The Catholic Church And African Traditional Religion In Igboland, Nigeria, Cajetan Anyanwu 2019 Duquesne University

Reshaping The Theology And Praxis Of Inculturation Through Interreligious Dialogue Between The Catholic Church And African Traditional Religion In Igboland, Nigeria, Cajetan Anyanwu

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Prior to the advent of Christianity in Igboland, the people practiced Igbo Traditional Religion. They believed in a Supreme Being (Chukwu/Chineke) who has other smaller deities as messengers including Ala/Ani the most powerful deity on earth. They revered their ancestors, who, they believe, still relate to and communicate with the living. Thus, the concept of God as ultimate reality is a dynamic existential aspect of Igbo world-view. Categorically speaking, it was short-sighted for the European missionaries to claim that Igbo people had no knowledge of God or lacked religion before the introduction of Christianity in Igboland in the …


Monks And The Church’S Obligation For The Poor, Toan Phan 2019 College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University

Monks And The Church’S Obligation For The Poor, Toan Phan

Obsculta

Examining aspects of contemplative life as a Cistercian monk, this paper looks at the intersection of the Rule of St. Benedict and raises the question of its compatibility and implications with Catholic Social Teachings focused on the Church’s teachings on maintaining a ‘preferential option for the poor.’


Review: Frontiers Of Evangelization: Indians In The Sierra Gorda And Chiquitos Missions, Chris DeLorenzo 2019 Georgetown University

Review: Frontiers Of Evangelization: Indians In The Sierra Gorda And Chiquitos Missions, Chris Delorenzo

Jesuit Higher Education: A Journal

No abstract provided.


The Possibility For Short-Term Missions Program In Activating Missional Effectiveness For Full Gospel Churches Of Kenya, Kiambu District, Michael G. Mwangi 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

The Possibility For Short-Term Missions Program In Activating Missional Effectiveness For Full Gospel Churches Of Kenya, Kiambu District, Michael G. Mwangi

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Emotional Intelligence For Pastoral Leadership : An Evaluative Study Of The Teaching Modules On Emotional Intelligence For Pastoral Leaders At Seoul Theological Seminary In South Korea, Dong Hyun Nam 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

Emotional Intelligence For Pastoral Leadership : An Evaluative Study Of The Teaching Modules On Emotional Intelligence For Pastoral Leaders At Seoul Theological Seminary In South Korea, Dong Hyun Nam

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The State Of Bible Engagement Among Regular Attenders Of Selected English Lanuage Congregations In Colombo, Sri Lanka, And Factors That Encourage Or Inhibit Such Bible Engagement, E. Mayukha Perera 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

The State Of Bible Engagement Among Regular Attenders Of Selected English Lanuage Congregations In Colombo, Sri Lanka, And Factors That Encourage Or Inhibit Such Bible Engagement, E. Mayukha Perera

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Discovering Church Planter Building Blocks For Integration Into Every Nation Campus Missionary Training Providing A Seamless Path From Campus Ministry To Church Planting Ministry, Ralph David Houston 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

Discovering Church Planter Building Blocks For Integration Into Every Nation Campus Missionary Training Providing A Seamless Path From Campus Ministry To Church Planting Ministry, Ralph David Houston

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Spiritual Ancestors : A Discipleship Experiece For Sacred Travelers, Esther Robles 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

The Spiritual Ancestors : A Discipleship Experiece For Sacred Travelers, Esther Robles

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


God's Missional Spirit : The Acts And Agency Of The Holy Spirit In The Missional Life, John W. Freeland 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

God's Missional Spirit : The Acts And Agency Of The Holy Spirit In The Missional Life, John W. Freeland

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Teaching Church And Group Reproduction : An Adult-Education Approach For Small Groups, Geoffrey S. Geyer 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

Teaching Church And Group Reproduction : An Adult-Education Approach For Small Groups, Geoffrey S. Geyer

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Sickness And Healing : A Critical Analysis Of The Responses Of Christians Within The Methodist/Wesleyan Tradition In Cap-Haitian, Haiti, Guenson Charlot 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

Sickness And Healing : A Critical Analysis Of The Responses Of Christians Within The Methodist/Wesleyan Tradition In Cap-Haitian, Haiti, Guenson Charlot

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Evaluation Of The Perpetual Leadership Model In The Pentecostal Churches Of The Apostolic Faith International In Liberia, Isaac J. Mehn Sr. 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

Evaluation Of The Perpetual Leadership Model In The Pentecostal Churches Of The Apostolic Faith International In Liberia, Isaac J. Mehn Sr.

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Role Of The Church In Poverty Eradication In Kenya : A Focus Of Africa Inland Church Kijabe Region, Simon K. Thiongo 2019 Asbury Theological Seminary

The Role Of The Church In Poverty Eradication In Kenya : A Focus Of Africa Inland Church Kijabe Region, Simon K. Thiongo

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


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