The Social Functions and Dysfunctions of Brazilian Immigrant Congregations in terra incognita
Ethnic congregations are often considered safe havens for immigrants. This is supported by a large body of literature showing that many religious congregations in diasporic contexts help immigrants maintain their ethnic group identity and cohesion, build social capital, and adapt more smoothly to li...
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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Springer
[2018]
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| In: |
Review of religious research
Year: 2018, Volume: 60, Issue: 3, Pages: 367-388 |
| Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Texas
/ Brazilians
/ Immigrant
/ Evangelical movement
/ Church congregation
/ Social function
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| RelBib Classification: | CD Christianity and Culture CH Christianity and Society KBQ North America KBR Latin America KDG Free church RB Church office; congregation |
| Further subjects: | B
Social Networks
B Brazil B Immigration B Cultural refuge B Congregation B Adaptation |
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Volltext (Verlag) |