Wachsmuth, Melody J. (2022) Roma Christians in Times of Crises: Social Impact of Faith During a Pandemic and War. Review of Ecumenical Studies, 14 (3). pp. 514-538. ISSN 2359-8107
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Roma communities in Eastern Europe have long experienced socio-political and religious marginalization, a current phenomenon resulting from complex factors spanning over centuries. The rise of evangelical and Pentecostal movements among the Roma over the last decades have contributed to social uplift and more integration in certain contexts. However, societies in crisis are often an unexpected gauge to assess realities and tensions–in this case, the war in Ukraine and COVID-19 revealed the deep suspicion and prejudice still existing toward the Roma. Nonetheless, a number of Roma Pentecostals and Baptists became actively involved in responding to both crises. First placing the relationship between religion, society, and the Roma in historical context, this paper will explore how Christian Roma reacted to the dual crises and the implications for their relationship to the wider church and society,
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Pentecostalism, Evangelicalism, Eastern Europe, COVID-19, War, Ukraine, Refugees, Integration, Pentecostal Theology |
| Subjects: | B Mission theology/theory > Social Justice/Mission as Justice and transformation B Mission theology/theory > Mission and Social responsibility C Types of Christian Ministry > Roma people C Types of Christian Ministry > Compassion ministries and humanitarian aid G Christian traditions/Denominations > Evangelical G Christian traditions/Denominations > Pentecostal G Christian traditions/Denominations > Baptist |
| Divisions: | Central Europe > Romania |
| Depositing User: | Katharina Penner |
| Date Deposited: | 28 Apr 2024 12:51 |
| Last Modified: | 28 Apr 2024 12:51 |
| URI: | https://ceeamsprints.osims.org/id/eprint/2953 |
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