On the Formation of a Pentecostal Ecclesial Identity in Light of John Zizioulas’ Theology of Communion

This article explores implications of John D. Zizioulas's theology of freedom in communion for the formation of a Pentecostal ecclesial identity. I examine the interplay between divine and ecclesial relations as presented by Zizioulas, considering individuality and communal identity within Pent...

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Main Author: Øystein Udnes
Format: Article
Language:Danish
Published: Ansgar University College, Norwegian School of Leadership and Theology, Academy for Leadership and Theology 2024-02-01
Series:Scandinavian Journal for Leadership & Theology
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Online Access:https://sjlt-journal.com/index.php/sjlt/article/view/121
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description This article explores implications of John D. Zizioulas's theology of freedom in communion for the formation of a Pentecostal ecclesial identity. I examine the interplay between divine and ecclesial relations as presented by Zizioulas, considering individuality and communal identity within Pentecostalism. I call for a nuanced exploration of individualism that recognises its complexity and suggests that an integrated approach to individuality and communion can contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of human identity and freedom within the Christian context. Finally, I address how a Pentecostal understanding of the Spirit's participation in ecclesial practices may impact the empowerment of church members, especially in relation to spiritual gifts and leadership roles.
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spelling doaj.art-4cc347ba406647f89944ea8be57aac412024-04-03T11:25:11ZdanAnsgar University College, Norwegian School of Leadership and Theology, Academy for Leadership and TheologyScandinavian Journal for Leadership & Theology1894-78752024-02-011110.53311/sjlt.v11.121On the Formation of a Pentecostal Ecclesial Identity in Light of John Zizioulas’ Theology of CommunionØystein Udnes0Independent researcher; Ansgar University CollegeThis article explores implications of John D. Zizioulas's theology of freedom in communion for the formation of a Pentecostal ecclesial identity. I examine the interplay between divine and ecclesial relations as presented by Zizioulas, considering individuality and communal identity within Pentecostalism. I call for a nuanced exploration of individualism that recognises its complexity and suggests that an integrated approach to individuality and communion can contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of human identity and freedom within the Christian context. Finally, I address how a Pentecostal understanding of the Spirit's participation in ecclesial practices may impact the empowerment of church members, especially in relation to spiritual gifts and leadership roles.https://sjlt-journal.com/index.php/sjlt/article/view/121TrinityChurch identityPentecostalismpneumatologyecclesiologychurch leadership
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On the Formation of a Pentecostal Ecclesial Identity in Light of John Zizioulas’ Theology of Communion
Scandinavian Journal for Leadership & Theology
Trinity
Church identity
Pentecostalism
pneumatology
ecclesiology
church leadership
title On the Formation of a Pentecostal Ecclesial Identity in Light of John Zizioulas’ Theology of Communion
title_full On the Formation of a Pentecostal Ecclesial Identity in Light of John Zizioulas’ Theology of Communion
title_fullStr On the Formation of a Pentecostal Ecclesial Identity in Light of John Zizioulas’ Theology of Communion
title_full_unstemmed On the Formation of a Pentecostal Ecclesial Identity in Light of John Zizioulas’ Theology of Communion
title_short On the Formation of a Pentecostal Ecclesial Identity in Light of John Zizioulas’ Theology of Communion
title_sort on the formation of a pentecostal ecclesial identity in light of john zizioulas theology of communion
topic Trinity
Church identity
Pentecostalism
pneumatology
ecclesiology
church leadership
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