Evangelism
Evangelism is the Christian practice of proselytisation. The intention of most evangelism is to effect
The communication of Christian faith to new geographical areas and cultures is often referred to as evangelisation, or specifically, world evangelisation.
Etymology of "evangelism" and "evangelist"
The word "evangelist" comes from the
Our modern word "Gospel" comes from the old English word, "Godspell." In old English "spell" meant "word" (we carry this meaning also in our word "spelling"). So in other words "Godspell" meant, "God word" or "Word of God." Therefore the Gospel is the "good news" found in the "Word of God".
Evangelism or proselytism
While evangelism is usually regarded as converting non-Christians to Christianity, this is not always the proper usage of the word. If converting to Christianity includes services or material benefits it is called proselytism [http://www.asianews.it/view.php?l=en&art=6025] [http://www.hvk.org/articles/0706/44.html] .
On the other hand, converting Christians (e.g., Orthodox) who are not churchgoers to another Christian denomination is commonly seen as evangelism, not proselytism.
Catholic missionary work in Russia is commonly seen as evangelism, not proselytism. Archbishop Kondrusiewicz openly stated "that proselytism is absolutely unacceptable and cannot constitute a strategy for the development of our structures either in Russia or in any other country in the world." [http://www.cwnews.com/news/viewstory.cfm?recnum=51118]
Especially regarding claims by Orthodox church that spreading the faith and receiving converts amounts to proselytism [http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSL1463542120071214?feedType=RSS&feedName=topNews&rpc=22&sp=true] Catholic church CDF issued document called " [http://www.catholic-ew.org.uk/PDF%27s/evangelisation_note_english_141207.pdf Doctrinal Note on some aspects of evangelisation] " which states that evangelism is "an inalienable right and duty, an expression of religious liberty ...", document added that "The incorporation of new members into the Church is not the expansion of a power group, but rather entrance into the network of friendship with Christ which connects heaven and earth, different continents and age. It is entrance into the gift of communion with Christ ..."
Reasons for Evangelism
According to the Christian Bible, during his last days on earth
Other translations render the phrase "“make disciples of all nations”" in the above quotation as "“teach all nations.”" Jesus is also quoted in the
These are two main passages of the
Evangelists
Sometimes, the regular minister of a church is called a "preacher" in a way that other groups would typically use the term "
The title of evangelist is often associated with those who lead large meetings like those of Billy Graham, possibly in tents or existing church buildings, or those who address the public in street corner preaching, which targets listeners who happen to pass nearby on the street. It can also be done in small groups or even on a one-to-one basis, but actually it is simply one who spreads the gospel. Increasingly, the Web enables anyone to become an
The term is also used in a non-religious sense to describe an individual who takes up a cause and convinces others to it (see
Perspectives on evangelism
Though there is some controversy concerning missionary activity and possible implications of "
Evangelism and missions
Throughout most of its history, Christianity has been spread evangelistically, though the extent of evangelism has varied significantly between Christian communities and denominations. Evangelism and apostolic ministry often go hand in hand. As mentioned earlier, evangelism comes from the Ancient Greek "εὐαγγέλιον" ("evangelion") meaning "good news," often translated "gospel"; thus an evangelist is one who shares the "good news". An ("apostolos") is literally "one who goes" and refers to the missionary calling. Since missionaries often travel to areas or people groups where Jesus is not yet known, they frequently take on an evangelistic role. But the apostolic or missionary calling is not necessarily the same (and it is a misnomer and misinterpretation to equate them), as there are many who serve in missionary, church planting, and ministry development roles who have an apostolic calling or serve in an apostolic role but whose primary duty is not evangelism.
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