Religious Studies - 6 - Christianity - Practices - 213 - Church growth Flashcards
What has happened to attendance at Church of England and Catholic churches in the UK?
There has been a decline in attendance.
What was reported in January 2016 regarding Church of England weekly attendance?
It dropped to its lowest ever level - below one million.
What issue arises when churches close due to falling attendance?
There is a question about what happens to churches as they have been ‘sacred spaces’.
Which type of churches have been thriving in Britain despite the decline in others?
Evangelical churches.
What have some Christians decided to do regarding their denominations?
They have decided to leave their own denomination and join a more evangelical church.
Describe the nature of worship in Evangelical church services.
Worship is animated and charismatic, focusing directly on Bible reading, hymn singing, and preaching.
Do Evangelical church services follow a formal liturgy?
No, there is no formal liturgy; services are spontaneous.
What is church planting?
The process of establishing new non-traditional churches.
How does church planting typically occur?
Groups from an existing church split off to establish a church in a new area.
What is the aim of the Icthus Fellowship?
To spread Christian values by church planting.
When was the Icthus Fellowship started?
In 1974.
Where has the Icthus Fellowship established new churches?
Across London and Kent.
What kind of links does the Icthus Fellowship have?
Links with churches across the UK and abroad.
What does Fresh Expressions refer to?
A movement in the Church of England to change how some churches and congregations meet and worship.
What is the main goal of Fresh Expressions?
To attract people to the church who wouldn’t usually attend church services.
In what type of settings do Fresh Expressions typically meet?
Less traditional settings and more informal environments.
What is a café church?
A type of fresh expression that takes place in a café linked to a church or in a commercial café.
What activities occur at a café church?
People talk about their faith while having refreshments.
List some other locations where Fresh Expressions gatherings can take place.
- Workplaces
- Gyms
- Beaches
What is the significance of Christianity in a global context?
Christianity is a world religion that is spreading and growing successfully in various regions.
In which regions is Christianity experiencing significant growth?
Asia, South America, and particularly Africa.
According to the Pew Research Center, what is the projected statistic for Christians living in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2050?
Four in ten Christians will live in Sub-Saharan Africa.
True or False: Christianity is declining in its global presence.
False.
