Megachurches and social engagement : : public theology in practice / / by Mark J. Cartledge, Sarah L.B. Dunlop, Heather Buckingham, Sophie Bremner.

• VerfasserIn: Cartledge, Mark J., 1962-
• TeilnehmendeR: Cartledge, Mark J., 1962-
• Place / Publishing House: Leiden ;, Boston : : Brill,, 2019.
• سنة النشر: 2019
• اللغة: English
• سلاسل: Global Pentecostal and Charismatic Studies 33.
• وصف مادي: 1 online resource (405 pages).

This book is the first detailed academic study of megachurches in the UK. In particular, it explores the nature and significance of social engagement by megachurches in the context of London. The research contains empirical case studies of two Anglican and three African diaspora Pentecostal churches. As well as exploring the range of social engagement activities provided by these churches, the study offers explanations in term of theological motivations and the influence of globalisation. Subsequently, the book outlines the importance of the findings for the relationship between church and society in the contemporary context, addressing the implications for social policy and practice. The book advances discussions in public theology, megachurch studies, Pentecostal and Charismatic studies and ecclesiology.

Table of Contents

Front Matter -- Copyright Page / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Preface / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Table and Figures / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Introduction / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Theoretical Fields / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Megachurch Studies / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Public Theology, Social Theory and Social Engagement / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Empirical Studies / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- The Church of England / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- African Diaspora Pentecostalism / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Explanations and Implications / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Theological Motivations / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Globalisation and Social Engagement / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Implications for Church and Society / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Conclusion / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Back Matter -- Bibliography / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner -- Index of Modern Authors / Mark J. Cartledge , Sarah L.B. Dunlop , Heather Buckingham and Sophie Bremner.