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- Title
From Mission to Ecumenism in Mid Twentieth-Century Southern Africa.
- Authors
Robert, Dana L.
- Abstract
This article explores the relationship between African churches and the global ecumenical movement in mid-twentieth century southern Africa. It emphasizes the role of church leaders in utilizing the ecumenical movement to promote social capital and human rights in Africa. The article calls for further research on African Christian leaders involved in the ecumenical movement and discusses the challenges they faced during the transition from colonialism to independent nations. It also highlights the contributions of individuals such as Rev. Michael Scott, Dr. Z.K. Mathews, Rev. Trevor Huddleston, and Chief Albert Luthuli in advocating for equal human rights. The World Council of Churches played a significant role in mobilizing churches against apartheid in South Africa, and local Christian networks supported social change. The text profiles regional ecumenical leaders from South Africa, Botswana, Malawi, Angola, and Mozambique, with a focus on the biography of Rev. José Chipenda, an influential ecumenist from Angola who played a key role in African ecumenism and peacemaking efforts.
- Subjects
SOUTHERN Africa; CHRISTIAN union; HUMAN rights; CATHOLIC Church; CHRISTIAN attitudes
- Publication
Journal of African Christian Biography, 2023, Vol 8, Issue 4, p1
- ISSN
2572-0651
- Publication type
Article