Applying grounded theory to data collected through participatory research on African Independent Churches’ liturgical rituals: A comparative study

Müller, Bethel; Wepener, Cas

doi:10.4102/hts.v67i2.1034

HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies

2011

DOI: 10.4102/hts.v67i2.1034

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Applying grounded theory to data collected through participatory research on African Independent Churches’ liturgical rituals: A comparative study

Bethel Müller

Cas Wepener

Abstract: This article reported on two research projects, the first conducted in the early 1990s and the second, a project currently in progress. In essence, the article was an attempt to compare the theology of African Independent Churches in the two respective periods by making use of a grounded theory approach to their worship services. Significant similarities and differences were identified and reported on.<p><strong>How to cite this article:</strong> Müller, B.A. & Wepener, C.J., 2011, ‘A… Show more

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