The Influence of The Emerging "Born Again" Churches on Christian Religious Education In Secondary Schools

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2009
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Tangaza University College
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The phenomenon of new Emerging Christian Churches is a complex one and the response to them cannot be a simple one; it is only a combination of several elements that will bring about a kind of effective remedy. Among other efforts, the main stream churches urgently need to provide solid formation on the youth ministry in schools at all levels and in their respective religious affiliations .They need to support for their youth, make better more resolutely on the inculturation of the liturgy. The efforts in the main stream churches which are genuine antidotes to sects need to be encouraged and strengthened more. These include small Christian communities and the movements in the church such as Catholic Charismatic Renewal and Focolare which, do not only help to strengthen the faith of the youth, but also provide what the youth would otherwise go out to look for in sects .Thus the teaching of Christian Religious education in Secondary schools will remain relevant not only to impact/Knowledge to students, but also to instill in them Christian moral standards. The subject further, provides an environment in which Christian values can be demonstrated in action .This calls for conviction of each ones , faith.
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Christian churches, Uganda, Christian education
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