Addressing Poverty: Churches' Role in Economic Transformation
Explore the impact of churches on poverty alleviation in Africa, with insights from theologians like Jürgen Moltmann and Karl Marx. Discusses the need to empower the poor with skills and resources for economic independence.
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The seed of poverty thrives on the rich soils of Africa :
Churches take over Bulawayo company premises (May, 5 2013) Bulawayo: From industrial hub to church city (July 21, 2013) Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions bemoans Bulawayo churches takeover of factories (May 2, 2013)
Moltmanns Alternative Interpretation 1. God participates in our present life. 2. The Kingdom of God is the life giving presence of God 3. The Church is a Network of Worshippers An activist and revolutionary hope of heaven that stands against poverty here-and-now
Implications for the church today Stop soothing the poor with promises only Give the poor the resources, skills and abilities to make money
Conclusion Churches have a role to play in poverty alleviation Theologians must contribute in the fight against poverty Churches should plant seeds of economic transformation
