Methodism and American empire : reflections on decolonizing the church / edited by David W. Scott and Filipe Maia.
| Other author | Scott, David W (David William), 1980- editor. |
| Other author | Maia, Filipe, 1985- editor of compilation. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Nashville, T.N. : Abingdon Press, [2023] |
| Copyright Date | ©2023 |
| Description | xi, 213 pages ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Preface / Joerg Riger -- Introduction: Methodism and the spirit of empire / David W. Scott and Filipe Maia -- The worldwide nature of the United Methodist Church: a historical and missiological reflection / Joon-Sik Park -- The autonomous process of Latin American Methodism: a critical review / Philip Wingeier-Rayo -- American power in the global church in ecumenical Methodist perspective / David W. Scott -- The UMC discipline: a parallel power structure to the American administration of the nation / Jørgen Thaarup -- A global ethic for a divided church / Darryl W. Stephens -- Ecclesiastic empires: American conflict and the UMC in Africa / Taylor Denyer -- The struggle of African voices in the United Methodist Church / Lloyd Nyarota -- The Christmas covenant: toward decolonizing UMC polity / Cristine Carnate-Atrero and Izzy Alvaran -- Whither global Methodism? / Filipe Maia |
| Abstract | Methodism and American Empire investigates historical trajectories and theological developments that connect American imperialism since World War II to the Methodist tradition as a global movement. The volume asks: to what extent is United Methodists' vision of the globe marred by American imperialism? Through historical analyses and theological reflections, this volume chronicles the formation of an understanding of The United Methodist Church since the mid-20th century that is both global and at the same time dominated by American interests and concerns. Methodism and American Empire provides a historical and theological perspective to understand the current context of The United Methodist Church while also raising ecclesiological questions about the impact of imperialism on how Methodists have understood the nature and mission of the church over the last century. Gathering voices and perspectives from around the world, this volume suggests that the project of global Methodism and the tensions one witnesses therein ought to be understood in the context of American imperialism and that such an understanding is critical to the task of continuing to be a global denomination. The volume tells a tale of complex negotiations happening between United Methodists across different national, cultural, and ecclesial contexts and sets up the historical backdrop for the imminent schism of The United Methodist Church. Abingdon Press |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references. |
| ISBN | 9781791030650 |
| ISBN | 1791030653 |