The Erosion of Church Growth through Patriarchal Leadership in Russia

Authoritarian patriarchal leadership has spawned abuse, scandal and controversy caused tragedies in churches and Christian ministries all over the world. This article highlights the pervasive problem of autocratic leadership among Russian evangelicals--explaining the historical reasons for the devel...

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Main Author: Reimer, Johannes 1955- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Paternoster Periodicals 2022
In: Evangelical review of theology
Year: 2022, Volume: 46, Issue: 1, Pages: 5-11
IxTheo Classification:KBK Europe (East)
KDG Free church
RB Church office; congregation
Further subjects:B Patriarchy
B Leadership
B Christianity
B Authoritarianism
B Russia
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Summary:Authoritarian patriarchal leadership has spawned abuse, scandal and controversy caused tragedies in churches and Christian ministries all over the world. This article highlights the pervasive problem of autocratic leadership among Russian evangelicals--explaining the historical reasons for the development of this pattern, analysing its components and urging a healthier way forward.
ISSN:0144-8153
Contains:Enthalten in: Evangelical review of theology