Description
Book SynopsisSays that not only are Latinos a religious community, but their religious institutions inform daily life and politics in Latino communities to a considerable degree. This work shows that Latino religious institutions have played a significant role in the poor and urban communities where Latinos live.
Trade Review"Insightfully argued and deeply researched,
The Politics of Latino Faith offers a compelling look at one of the most important yet undervalued aspects of Hispanic life in the United States. Catherine Wilson combines vivid descriptive writing, a strong narrative voice and clear theoretical analysis to produce a valuable book." -- Roberto Suro,author of Strangers Among Us: Latino Lives in a Changing America
"There is simply much that we do not know about faith-based organizations, their nature, and how they go about providing social services. . . . This book deals directly with a topic that is virtually virgin territory. A much needed contribution." -- Stephen Monsma,author of When Sacred and Secular Mix: Religious Non-Profit Organizations and Religious Money
"Wilson’s text is a noteworthy, vital addition to research on the nexus of U.S. Latino religion and politics." * Journal of Church and State *
"“A pioneering work examining Latino faith-based organizations. Recommended." * Choice *
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction * 1 The Development of a Religious Identity Politics * 2 Latino Faith-Based Organizations and the Urban Context * 3 The New Liberationists * 4 Latino Pastoral Action Center: A Ministry of Personal Outreach * 5 Nueva Esperanza: A Ministry of Institutional Development * 6 The Resurrection Project: A Ministry of Community Empowerment * 7 Speaking the Language of Religious Identity Politics Appendix: Sample Questionnaire Notes Index About the Author
