EPCRA Conference 2011:

University of Latvia, Riga, Latvia, 2 – 5 November, 2011

The Church and the Spirit

We are pleased to invite you to the joint conference of the European Pentecostal Charismatic Research Association and the Faculty of Theology of the University of Latvia. We are an open forum of researchers interested in current developments and challenges facing the Pentecostal and Charismatic Movements and their relevance for the churches and society in the 21rst century.

The conference theme will focus on the relationship between ecclesiology and pneumatology, the nature of the Church and the work of the Holy Spirit. Churches and movements emphasizing the work of God’s Spirit are often considered as not paying enough attention to the nature and role of the church, the household of God. On the other hand, historic churches and denominations are often prone to be more mindful of structures and issues of governance and thus neglect the move of the Spirit or the role of charismatic gifting for the renewal of the church. The question arises: What can be learned from each other’s insights and what are the common challenges that lie ahead?

We have invited representatives of different Christian traditions and professional backgrounds, from Europe and overseas, to reflect on this theme with special regard to what Pentecostalism and the charismatic movement can contribute to the discussion, and what the historic churches can share from their rich traditions. The papers will look at various sides of the issues drawing from areas of theological studies, church history, pastoral ministry, intercultural relations, Biblical studies, anthropology and other disciplines. We also look forward to papers that are interdisciplinary in nature, incorporating for instance sociological, economic, and political issues. If you would like to present a paper yourself, please contact the organizer directly (see email given below).

What you can expect:

- Keynote addresses and presentation of papers
- Ample time for informal contacts and discussions
- Time for reflection and worship
- An agreeable and conducive conference setting for about 50 participants at the facilities of the Faculty of Theology and the University. Excellent Bed and Breakfast accommodation at the Elizabete Hotel at walking distance of the venue and not far from the historic town center of Riga.
- A special dinner in a medieval restaurant.
- An excursion to the old town of Riga, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, notable for its history in the Hanseatic League and more recently for its many Art Nouveau style buildings.

Travel connections:

Riga can easily be reached from all major European airports as well as by ferry from Stockholm.

Approximate Conference costs (VAT 12% included):

Registration fee:
 LVL EUR USD
       
Registration fee incl. coffee
breaks and special dinner
 50.00 70.00 98.00
       
No registration fee for students
Dinner expenses etc. settled individually
       
Meals can be enjoyed at
the University Cafeteria for ca.
(credit cards accepted)		 3.50 5.00 7.00
       
Accommodation at Elizabete Hotel,
Bed and breakfast per day:		      
       
Single room with shower/WC 30.00 43.00 69.00
Double room with shower/WC 46.00 65.00 90.00

Please register online (see below), and state your accommodation preference.

You may also mail your registration to:
Jean-Daniel Plüss, Weite Gasse 4, CH – 8001 Zurich, Switzerland.
For further inquiries you can contact J.D. Plüss by e-mail: jdpluss[at]gmail.com

 

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