Introduction, Growth, and Expressions of Latin American Pentecostalism

Evangelical and non-Evangelical approaches to Christianity in Latin America

Latin American theology and praxis

Survey of Pentecostalism and Politics in Latin America

Pentecostalism and Politics in Revolutionary Nicaragua

Pentecostalism and Politics in 1980s Guatemala

Pentecostalism in Revolutionary Cuba

Challenging Stereotypes: Chile and El Salvador

To provide an intellectually challenging presentation of the diverse nature of Evangelicalism, particularly Pentecostalism, in Latin America throughout the contemporary scene and in history.

To enable students to develop advanced skills in study and research as well as original and independent thought in engagement with primary and secondary sources

To analyse and assess the major factors whether philosophical, social, cultural, hermeneutical, ethical, theological, political or otherwise that have shaped Latin American Evangelicalism in historic and current expression.

To appreciate critically the role of selected individuals, groups, and denominations in the development and evolution of the above

To engage students in scholarly and critical analysis of current and new insights in the field of Pentecostalism with special reference to Latin America.

To encourage students to evaluate and engage with advanced scholarship that critiques or rejects Evangelical approaches.

To encourage the application of original thought and research in the engagement of both nuanced and general approaches.

To develop an ability to engage in extended research and analysis by means of a substantial dissertation, showing originality of thought and mastery of bibliographical resources and relevant data.

1. A thorough understanding of the origin and a range of expressions of Evangelical faith among Christians in Latin America.
2. A nuanced and detailed knowledge of Church history in selected Latin American countries and the contemporary expressions.
3. A systematic understanding of the historical and current approaches to the emergence and evolution of Evangelicalism in Latin America.
4. An in-depth understanding of the complexities and unique aspects of Evangelicalism as it relates to other fields of Theology and Church history.

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