South speaks to South: a New Zealand response to the kerygma of Belhar

Authors

  • P Naude
  • D Pratt

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17570/ngtt.2003.v44n3.a17

Keywords:

Belhar, kerygma, New Zealand

Abstract

This article explores possible responses to the Belhar Confession that are suggested by critical reflection upon the contemporary situation of the Church in New Zealand – in particular with respect to the Anglican and Methodist Churches. In order to do this the scene will, first of all, be briefly set by drawing attention to salient New Zealand historical and demographic factors; secondly, some key contemporary ecclesial issues will be identified, then, thirdly, the resonance and essence of Belhar as the authors see it – the kerygma that is Belhar – will be articulated so as to discuss a range of responses to this kerygma that pertain to the New Zealand ecclesial context and conclude by addressing the question of the possible reception of Belhar within the New Zealand.

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Published

2003-12-31

How to Cite

Naude, P., & Pratt, D. (2003). South speaks to South: a New Zealand response to the kerygma of Belhar. NGTT | Nederduitse Gereformeerde Teologiese Tydskrif, 44(3&4). https://doi.org/10.17570/ngtt.2003.v44n3.a17

Issue

Vol. 44 No. 3&4 (2003)

Section

Articles | Artikels

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