Interpreting Contemporary Christianity: Global Processes and Local Identities

Name: Interpreting Contemporary Christianity: Global Processes and Local Identities
Brand: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
SKU: 862426
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Author: Ogbu U. Kalu
ISBN: 9780802862426

By: Ogbu U. Kalu

More in Studies in the History of Christian Missions Series

Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. / 2007 / Paperback

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As world Christianity shifts from the first world to the third, perspectives and methods are also coming under the microscope. Many traditional and comfortable models of Christianity are in flux due to this development, and to this end Interpreting Contemporary Christianity has been compiled. Over a dozen experts and writers on world Christianity come together to address various issues such as new evangelical universities, Pentecostal influences, and African Christian expressions. An in-depth bibliography with hundreds of additional resources makes this book a wealth of information on this burgeoning topic.

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Title: Interpreting Contemporary Christianity: Global Processes and Local Identities
By: Ogbu U. Kalu
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 368
Vendor: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
Publication Date: 2007

Dimensions: 9.00 X 6.00 (inches)
Weight: 1 pound 3 ounces
ISBN: 080286242X
ISBN-13: 9780802862426
Series: Studies in the History of Christian Missions
Stock No: WW862426

Publisher's Description

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In this multidisciplinary interpretation of world Christianity and the changing shape of the global religious landscape, scholars consider the complex dynamics shaping Christianity's recent expansion in all parts of the globe. They view the explanations of homogenization or American cultural influence as being necessarily limited and point to the far more varied intersections of external influence and indigenous appropriation. The geographical coverage and the voices from various corners of the globe exemplify the shift of Christianity's center of gravity away from the northern hemisphere. New voices, new methods, and new perspectives emerge here.

Contributors:
Afe Adogame
Edith L. Blumhofer
Joel Carpenter
Paul Freston
Anthony dela Fuente
Jehu J. Hanciles
Brian M. Howell
Ogbu U. Kalu
Sebastian C. H. Kim
Philomena Njeri Mwaura
John Parratt
Dana L. Robert
Brian Stanley
Diane Stinton
Feiya Tao
Kevin Xiyi Yao

Author Bio

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Ogbu U. Kalu (19422009) was the Henry Winters LuceProfessor of World Christianity and Mission at McCormickTheological Seminary, Chicago. He was also the author oreditor of 16 books.

Alaine Low is an associate lecturer at the Open University.

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Theological Studies
"Two overarching elements distinguish this work from other edited proceedings. First, the collection provides impressive historical snapshots that will satisfy readers of different interests. . . A second strength is the solid research and scholarship evident throughout the essays. . . I recommend the text for those interested in missiology and globalization."

International Review of Mission
"Gathers some unique voices and diverse contributions on the international discourse on globalization and Christianity. . . . Will certainly become one standard reference volume for anybody interested in the manifold processes of Christianity as a ’migrant religion’ involved in complex processes of ’globalization from below.’"

PentecoStudies
"Interpreting Contemporary Christianity provides a strong argument for a nuanced approach to global and local issues in Christian faith. . . . A significant contribution."