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“The seed of poverty thrives on the rich soils of Africa”:

This article explores the role of churches in poverty alleviation, highlighting the need for a proactive approach that goes beyond promises and promotes economic transformation. It discusses the implications for the church today and emphasizes the importance of theologians contributing to the fight against poverty.

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“The seed of poverty thrives on the rich soils of Africa”:

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  1. “The seed of poverty thrives on the rich soils of Africa”:

  2. Ezra Chitando

  3. 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)

  4. Myself with Jürgen Moltmann, 21 Aug 2012

  5. Karl Marx

  6. Moltmann’s 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

  7. Implications for the church today • Stop soothing the poor with promises only • Give the poor the resources, skills and abilities to make money

  8. 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

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