Ecclesiogenesis: Birth of the Church, or Birth of Utopia?

This study of Brazilian ecclesiology focuses on the basic ecclesial communities (CEBs) of Leonardo and Clodovis Boff. The historical context for the CEBs is explored and the theological content is reviewed. A central question is raised: are the CEBs a spiritual movement renewing the Brazilian Cathol...

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Published in:Missiology
Main Author: Blowers, Laverne (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage 1989
In: Missiology
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Summary:This study of Brazilian ecclesiology focuses on the basic ecclesial communities (CEBs) of Leonardo and Clodovis Boff. The historical context for the CEBs is explored and the theological content is reviewed. A central question is raised: are the CEBs a spiritual movement renewing the Brazilian Catholic Church, or are they a political movement revolutionizing Brazilian society?
ISSN:2051-3623
Contains:Enthalten in: Missiology
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1177/009182968901700402