Review of: Hendriks Jurgens. 2004. Studying Congregations in Africa. Wellington: Lux Verbi. (original) (raw)
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Hendriks' book addresses the significant challenges faced by Christian congregations in Africa, including HIV/AIDS, poverty, and corruption, providing a handbook designed for practical theology students and church leaders. It emphasizes the necessity for congregational leaders to engage in practical theological interventions and offers a balanced perspective catering to both leaders and theologians. While primarily grounded in Reformed-Presbyterian traditions, the work calls for all churches to actively address socio-economic issues, promoting a contextual theological approach that prioritizes practical engagement over traditional theological frameworks.
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