belonging to part of the Christian church which began in Egypt

a religious practice of withdrawing from the world to pursue spiritual devotion

a religious man living in spiritual discipline and seclusion

someone who lives simply, giving up comforts to focus on growing spiritually

someone who chooses to live away from other people often in a remote place

Coptic Christianity: Desert Fathers and Mothers

Religious education

Mercy Amba Oduyoye and African Women's theology

Wangari Maathai and the Green Belt Movement

Saint Rose of Lima

Delores S. Williams and womanist theology

Candomblé and Brazilian spirituality

In this unit pupils will examine how Christianity has been challenged by, and adapted to, cultures and the experiences of the Global South. Focussing on Africa and South America, pupils will look at theologians and practices that have emerged and the challenges they have made.

Christianity: how have the experiences of the Global South shaped it?

focuses on empowering women by integrating their experiences into theological discussions

an indigenous belief system and culture primarily in Ghana and Ivory Coast

taking control of a country and exploiting the resources and people

a system of society where men hold most power and make key decisions

one of Kenya’s largest ethnic groups or micro-nations

a person who campaigns to bring about political or social change

the idea that God gave humans control over nature

the idea that humanity should look after the world God has created

existing naturally or having always lived in a place

blessed; women who lived religious lives without formal vows or entering a convent

the process of declaring a deceased person a saint

the ability to endure hardship and keep moving forward

persevering through systemic oppression, despite the challenges of racism, sexism and discrimination

highlights Black women’s struggles, strength and faith, addressing both race and gender

a family member from the past who has died, believed to offer guidance and protection

a practice for understanding spiritual guidance and finding one's Orisha

a branch or denomination within Candomblé

a divine ancestor or spirit; intermediaries between humans and the supreme god, Oludumaré

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