More from the recent Pew survey. From the page: "Researchers found that many Pentecostals and charismatics attend worship services where speaking in tongues and other signs of the Holy Spirit are evident. But in six of the 10 countries surveyed, at least
From the page: "The Yearbook also records the continuing growth of Pentecostal, historic African American and other non-mainline churches in the U.S. Among the largest 25 churches in the U.S., the fastest growing are the Assemblies of God (increasing 1.81
Interesting survey of Pentecostals, Charismatics, and Renewalists. It's hefty, but the executive summary, at least, is worth the read. I plan to blog it at some point after I've read the whole thing.
Adrian Warnock links to Mark Driscoll's (Pastor of Mars Hill) sermon series on the Spiritual Gifts. The series is interesting and useful, it's pro-charismatic and not pro-Pentecostal, but still worth listening to. He presents arguments for continuationis
"Our [executive] leadership has made it clear to ethnic leaders that (the districts and fellowships they represent) aren't an extension, but an integral part of the A/G," (Efraim Espinoza, director of the Office of Hispanic Relations)
Extensive public radio programming covering pentecostalism. Features Cecil M. Robeck, Jr. and Arlene Sanches Walsh as well as selected conversatons on Pentecostalism from the archives of the program. Check this out.
A variety of teaching tools given at a 2004 conference at by the A/G Theo. Sem.. Hhistorians, theologians, administrators, archivists, editors and media experts provide different ways to access Pentecostal traditions academically.
Haggard, president of the NAE, said he "can learn as much about the Catholic Church from 'Nacho Libre"" ... as a nonevangelical can learn about evangelicalism from "Jesus Camp."
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