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How Has Christianity Shaped Jamaica Over Time?: Christianity has been an integral part of Jamaica’s history, shaping its culture, society, and identity for centuries. From the arrival of Catholicism with Spanish colonizers in the early 16th century to the flourishing of diverse Christian denominations in the 21st century, the religious landscape of Jamaica has evolved through periods of conquest, colonization, emancipation, and […] The post How Has Christianity Shaped Jamaica Over Time? first appeared on Jamaica Homes.

JMC faculty partner Mark David Hall has recently released a book about Christian nationalism in America titled Who’s Afraid of Christian Nationalism: Why Christian Nationalism Is Not an Existential Threat to America or the Church. Order the book today! #newbook #newbookrelease #newbookalert #americanhistory #civiceducation

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📖This easy-to-understand study guide explains in ordinary language how to understand the very important Church document, Ecclesia de Eucharistia (The Church of the Eucharist) an encyclical by Pope Saint John Paul II. GET IT NOW https://lnkd.in/eQ5q-dj3 💖You’ll discover how to develop a more personal relationship with Jesus in the Eucharist. You’ll learn why Catholicism teaches that the Eucharist as the “source and summit of the Christian life.” You’ll find out—with clarity—what Catholics believe and do not believe about the Eucharist. And you’ll gain a deep appreciation for the reason why only Catholic priests can consecrate the communion elements alongside the important role you have, with the whole community, in the Eucharistic celebration. 💖

The Church has often struggled with being co-opted by dangerous and violent individuals. It’s happened before in church history, and it is happening again now. The use of Christianity as a banner to unite the far-right isn’t new. But it is dangerous, and it needs to be called out. Read my latest comment, for Premier Christian Communications 👇 https://lnkd.in/erQdf-pY

https://lnkd.in/evVH48Hc My latest column focuses on what steps the Christian churches need to adopt to ensure their relevance in 2024

CHURCH NATIONALISM IN KENYA: In the early 20th century, Christian churches in Kenya played a significant role in the growth of Kenyan nationalism and the push for independence from British colonial rule. Some key points: ·        Mainline Protestant churches like the Anglican and Presbyterian churches often aligned with British colonial authorities and did not strongly advocate for Kenyan independence. ·        However, African-led independent churches like the African Independent Pentecostal Church and the Kimbanguist Church promoted Kenyan nationalism and self-determination. They emphasized African cultural traditions and were critical of European colonial influence. ·        The East African Revival movement, which spread from Rwanda and Uganda into Kenya in the 1930s, also had nationalist undertones. It rejected European cultural norms and asserted a distinct African Christian identity. ·        Catholic churches in Kenya were more mixed, with some bishops supporting colonial rule while others, like Archbishop John Njenga, became advocates for Kenyan nationalism and independence in the 1950s and 1960s. ·        Prominent Kenyan Christian leaders like Jomo Kenyatta, the first President of independent Kenya, drew on Christian themes and rhetoric in their nationalist movements. So in various ways, the growth of independent African churches and the nationalist positions of some Christian leaders helped fuel the Kenyan independence movement in the mid-20th century. The relationship between church and nationalism was complex but significant.

As we draw nearer to our election in November, I find it decisively important that Americans understand the difference between Christianity and WCN/ White Christian Nationalism, which along with oligarchy, is the underlying ideology of today's MAGA controlled, Republican Party. A couple of points: - Christian Nationalism is NOT Christianity in its known form. - This essay gives you the perspectives on not only my research but proclamations and advisories, from; NCC, the National Council of Churches, the Catholic Church, Pentecostals, Baptists, Methodists etc. - The source documents are all in this essay so that you can be secure in understanding that this whole bunch of BS from the GOP is just that... BS or as my UK friends would say, "bollocks." - Imposing a state religion like Texas and Oklahoma is yes, unconstitutional. My friends, please be educated on issues and stop listening to political conmen. https://lnkd.in/gRRpcTfv

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