Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia
This article will address the topic of Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia, which has gained great relevance in recent years. Since its origins, Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia has sparked countless opinions and debates that have polarized society. This is why it is of utmost importance to analyze this phenomenon in depth and objectively, to understand its implications in various areas, from the social to the economic. Likewise, the impact of Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia in different cultural contexts will be explored, as well as the possible future perspectives that could arise from its evolution. Through reflection and critical analysis, we will seek to shed light on the various facets of Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia, in order to foster a constructive and enriching debate on this topic.
| Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia | |
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| Classification | Protestant |
| Orientation | Lutheran |
| Associations | Council of Churches in Namibia Lutheran World Federation World Council of Churches |
| Origin | 1957 |
| Congregations | 54 |
| Members | 420,000 |
| Official website | www |
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia (ELCRN; German: Evangelisch-Lutherische Kirche in der Republik Namibia) is a Lutheran denomination based in Namibia. It has a total membership of about 420,000.
The ELCRN grew out of work done by the Rhenish Missionary Society starting in 1842. The denomination was established in 1957 as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in South West Africa (Rheinische Mission). It adopted its present name in 1990, following Namibian independence. It joined the Lutheran World Federation in 1970, and the World Council of Churches in 1992.
Together with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia, the ELCRN operates Paulinum Theological Seminary. In 2007, these two denominations. along with the German-speaking Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia, formed the United Church Council of the Lutheran Churches in Namibia. The aim of this body is ultimately to achieve church union.
In December 2015, the ELCRN postponed its synod, which usually meets every six years, "pending the rectification of alleged irregularities regarding administrative procedures." The synod took place from 30 January – 4 February 2016, but then the election of members to the national church council was "reportedly conducted improperly as some members with voting rights were denied participation in the election process." The elections were declared null and void and an extraordinary synod was then held in July 2016. No consensus could be reached, however, and the term of the current church council was extended until 31 August 2017.
References
- ^ a b c d "Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia". World Council of Churches. Archived from the original on 19 December 2016. Retrieved 15 October 2016.
- ^ a b c "Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia (ELCRN)". Lutheran World Federation. Archived from the original on 2 August 2018. Retrieved 15 October 2016.
- ^ Tjihenuna, Theresia (7 December 2015). "ELCRN forced to postpone synod over irregularities". The Namibian. Archived from the original on 18 October 2016. Retrieved 15 October 2016.
- ^ a b Tjihenuna, Theresia (8 August 2016). "ELCRN extends council term". The Namibian. Archived from the original on 19 October 2016. Retrieved 15 October 2016.
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