Mega-Churches: A New Ecclesiology or an Ecclesial Evangelism?

Mega-churches, or large membership congregations, have become for many an affirmation of the gospel's relevance today. Mega-churches can be significant places of witness to the reign of God facilitating transformation of individuals and the world. This article explores aspects of the emergence,...

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Published in:Review and expositor
Main Author: Warner, Laceye C. 1971- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage 2010
In: Review and expositor
Year: 2010, Volume: 107, Issue: 1, Pages: 21-31
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