Towards an African Theology of the Lordâs Supper that is more than a Miracle Meal
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The Lordâs Supper is viewed as a miracle meal by African Pentecostals. However, it is suggested that a miracle notion only partly conveys the meaning embedded in the Lordâs Supper. The study adds that the Lordâs Supper is a symbolic ritual that involves spiritual and mystical participation in Godâs economy by grace through faith in Jesus Christ in the Spirit. Admission to the Lordâs Supper should be based on faith in Jesus Christ and a preparation process that includes instruction, baptism, confirmation, and regular penitential prayer such as the âspeakingâ. The essay argues that infants can partake in the Lordâs Supper based on the faith of their parents or guardians, while children of responsible age can participate if they go through the confirmation rite. The discussion covers church governance principles and suggests that limiting the covenantal rights of offending members is just insofar as the church remains an ethical institution.
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Towards an African Theology of the Lordâs Supper that is more than a Miracle Meal
In: EcclesiologySearch for other papers by Charles Amarkwei in
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Abstract
The Lordâs Supper is viewed as a miracle meal by African Pentecostals. However, it is suggested that a miracle notion only partly conveys the meaning embedded in the Lordâs Supper. The study adds that the Lordâs Supper is a symbolic ritual that involves spiritual and mystical participation in Godâs economy by grace through faith in Jesus Christ in the Spirit. Admission to the Lordâs Supper should be based on faith in Jesus Christ and a preparation process that includes instruction, baptism, confirmation, and regular penitential prayer such as the âspeakingâ. The essay argues that infants can partake in the Lordâs Supper based on the faith of their parents or guardians, while children of responsible age can participate if they go through the confirmation rite. The discussion covers church governance principles and suggests that limiting the covenantal rights of offending members is just insofar as the church remains an ethical institution.
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| Abstract Views | 254 | 74 | 3 |
| Full Text Views | 15 | 3 | 0 |
| PDF Views & Downloads | 121 | 6 | 0 |
