The Methodist church in Poland: activity and political conditions, 1945-1989

"This book explores the development and activity of the Methodist Church in Poland, focusing on the political conditions under which it functioned after 1945. In particular it considers the role of party and state power, and the nature and impact of religious policy towards the Church. The chap...

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Main Author: Michalak, Ryszard (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Abingdon, Oxon New York, NY Routledge 2022
In:Year: 2022
Series/Journal:Routledge Methodist studies
Further subjects:B Methodist Church Political activity History 20th century (Poland)
B Methodist Church Political activity (Poland) History 20th century
B Methodist Church History 20th century (Poland)
B Christianity and politics History 20th century (Poland)
B Methodist Church (Poland) History 20th century
B Church and state (Poland) History 20th century
B Church and state History 20th century (Poland)
B Poland Church history 20th century
B Christianity and politics (Poland) History 20th century
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Summary:"This book explores the development and activity of the Methodist Church in Poland, focusing on the political conditions under which it functioned after 1945. In particular it considers the role of party and state power, and the nature and impact of religious policy towards the Church. The chapters touch on organizational issues, missionary activity, and key figures in the recent history of the Church. Drawing on more than twenty years of research on Polish methodism and the increasing availability of archival material, this volume will be of interest to scholars of religion, politics, and history"--
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:1032014261