The African American church as a conduit to economic empowerment: an exploratory study

William H Bennett

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The African American church as a conduit to economic empowerment: an exploratory study

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William H Bennett. The African American Church As a Conduit to Economic Empowerment: an Exploratory Study. Howard University School of Divinity. rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/1679410a-952e-4c09-a56f-e810c7a0ce17.

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Abstract

This dissertation project seeks to define a set of strategies which African American churches in particular may use to reduce the levels of poverty, inequality, and human subjugation within their community. To accomplish this task, this investigation uses a detailed literature review to provide a rationale and a theological context for churches to serve as a conduit for economic empowerment. Additionally, it presents and analyzes secondary data from the independent sector to determine the current level of economic programs which are being organized by churches today. A case analysis of the economic empowerment techniques used by churches involved in the Industrial Areas Foundation is also introduced. Thirdly, interviews with pastors of several churches with economic assistance/empowerment programs are included. Based upon these data, this project introduces a step-by-step individual economic empowerment model which can be adopted by African American churches and pastors across the country as part of their stewardship program.

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