Practical Theology : Charismatic and Empirical Perspectives

by Cartledge, Mark J.

• ISBN13: 9781620321232
• ISBN10: 1620321238
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-04-04
• Publisher: Wipf & Stock Pub

Summary

Mark Cartledge's book is unique in integrating charismatic and empirical perspectives in practical theology. It exemplifies both qualitative and quantitative methods of research, and suggests a way forward for the emerging field of charismatic theology.In part one, Cartledge offers a proposal for the development of a charismatic practical theology. He surveys the different models of the interaction of practical theology and social sciences and defends one that is consistent with charismatic spirituality. The section also explores how charismatic spirituality affects theories of truth and knowledge by making testimony an integrating center, before concluding with a clear explanation of the methods of research employed.Part two progresses into six empirical studies on charismatic worship, glossolalia and postmodernity, women and prophetic activity, the "Toronto Blessing," healing, and socialization. Each chapter of this important book ends with a methodological reflection and suggestions from renewed theological praxis, enforcing the values of such methods of study for a clearer understanding of charismatic Christianity.

Author Biography

Mark J. Cartledge is Director of the Centre for Pentecostal and Charismatic Studies at the University of Birmingham, UK. He is interested in contemporary Pentecostal theology and empirical studies of Pentecostal and Charismatic Christianity. His most recent book is titled: Testimony in the Spirit: Rescripting Ordinary Pentecostal Theology (2010).

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements	p. ix
Preface	p. xi
Foreword	p. xiii
Title Description	p. xiv
Introduction	p. 1
Methodology
Practical Theology, Social Science and Charismatic Spirituality	p. 11
Truth and Epistemology: A Charismatic Perspective	p. 41
Empirical Research Methods	p. 69
Empirical Studies
Charismatic Worship as a Performance of Spirituality	p. 111
Glossolalia and Postmodernity	p. 131
Charismatic Women and Prophetic Activity	p. 157
Interpreting Charismatic Experience and the Toronto Blessing	p. 175
Faith and Healing	p. 199
Glossolalia and Socialization	p. 215
Speaking in Tongues: Interview Schedule	p. 231
Charismatic Church and Speaking in Tongues Survey (Edited)	p. 235
Glossary	p. 247
Bibliography	p. 251
Index	p. 267
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