Religion spirituality and the formation of youth identities the case of the Assemblies of God in East London

[摘要] The present study considers the role of religion and spirituality on the formation of youth identities by focusing on the Pentecostal/Charismatic churches, particularly the Assemblies of God, at East London, in the Eastern Cape. It looks at the conceptualisation of religion, particularly Christianity, by young 'born-again' Christians; explores the role of spirituality in the construction of youth identities; and examines the impact of both religion and spirituality in the decision-making, life style, and roles of young people in the society. These factors are explored within the South African socio-religious context, where the larger population of the country claims to be Christian. The study used Nicholas Bhekinkosi Bhengu, with his 'Back to God Crusade' as a point of reference to the conceptualisation of spirituality, and identity formation in the Assemblies of God.

[发布机构] University of the Free State