Abstract:Pentecostalism is the fastest growing religious movement in the world, currently estimated to have at least 500 million adherents if one also includes charismatic Catholics and Protestants who are par...Pentecostalism is the fastest growing religious movement in the world, currently estimated to have at least 500 million adherents if one also includes charismatic Catholics and Protestants who are part of the renewal movement. Initially, Pentecostal converts were from the lower strata of society and many theorists viewed this form of religion as a compensation for their poverty. The social ecology of Pentecostal Christians is rapidly shifting, including many individuals who are middle class as well as young adults who are attracted by the music and vibrant worship of these churches. In additio ... MoreRead More
Publication Year: 2013
Publication Date: 2013-07-24
Language: en
Type: book
Indexed In: ['crossref']
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