Prophets and Hierarchs: Christianity and the Challenges of History

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Prophets and Hierarchs Prophets and Hierarchs aims at providing a sound understanding of the trials and tribulations of Christianity since the days of Jesus of Nazareth. It deals with its institutionalization and its consequences, points to the ever-present contrast between prophetism and sacred power, examines how it faced the Signs of the Times, and discusses the circumstances which led to its splintering into hundreds of different confessions.

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A native of Água Doce,Santa Catarina,Southern Brazil, educated by Franciscans,Area Studies Coordinator, Peace Corps Training Programs (1964-1968), Guide/Interpreter, US Department of State (1967-1970, Professor of History, Theology,and Languages, Univ. of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, 1970-2007,one book, more than 30 articles published.

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