Humanist Association of Toronto (HAT) Meetup Group

The Humanist Association of Toronto
http://www.humanisttoronto.ca/

Every Saturday we meet on Zoom to discuss a topic decided upon the previous week. These are topics of humanist interest, from a humanist perspective.

The topic of the discussion will be decided in a prior meeting, usually two weeks in advance. This week’s topic is: Responses to Growing Evangelical Movements, introduced by Michelle Edmunds

Response to Growing Evangelical Movements, Introduced by Michelle Edmunds
[Prepared with assistance from AI]
Globally, evangelical Christianity has grown in recent decades, especially in Africa, Latin America, and parts of Asia. In the United States and much of Western Europe, evangelical movements have experienced slower growth, stagnation, or declines in some traditional measures such as church affiliation and attendance. Politically and culturally, however, evangelical Christians—especially white evangelicals in the United States—have remained highly influential shaping debates over issues such as abortion, religious liberty, education, and family policy.
Discussion Questions

1. What factors have contributed to the global growth of evangelical movements in recent decades?
2. How have other religious groups responded to the expansion of evangelical Christianity?
3. In what ways do evangelical movements influence politics and public policy, and how is this received by society?
4. What are some positive social impacts (if any) associated with evangelical movements?
5. What concerns or criticisms have been raised about their growth and influence?
6. How do responses to evangelical movements differ between regions (e.g., North America vs. Africa or Asia)?
7. Should governments regulate the influence of religious movements in public life? Why or why not?
8. How can dialogue between evangelical groups and other communities be encouraged to promote mutual understanding?
9. What role does media play in shaping public perception of evangelical movements?
10. How might the growth of evangelical Christianity affect future cultural and religious landscapes?

Meet our diverse group, trade perspectives in a free and open forum and learn from others as they learn from you!

BTW: don't be concerned if there are not many RSVP’s. Many HAT members attend regularly but don’t sign up on Meetup. Our online meetings have been very popular with 20-30 attendees.

NOTE: The HAT Forum adheres strictly to the City of Toronto Policy on Non-Discrimination (http://www.the519.org/public/content/policy-files/The519SpaceUsePolicy.pdf)

Our Website (http://www.humanisttoronto.ca/)

The Humanist Association of Toronto
http://www.humanisttoronto.ca/

Every Saturday we meet on Zoom to discuss a topic decided upon the previous week. These are topics of humanist interest, from a humanist perspective.

The topic of the discussion will be decided in a prior meeting, usually two weeks in advance. This week’s topic is: Are we Going into a Dark Age and Mass Extinction, introduced by Ambrese Montagu, details to follow.

Meet our diverse group, trade perspectives in a free and open forum and learn from others as they learn from you!

BTW: don't be concerned if there are not many RSVP’s. Many HAT members attend regularly but don’t sign up on Meetup. Our online meetings have been very popular with 20-30 attendees.

NOTE: The HAT Forum adheres strictly to the City of Toronto Policy on Non-Discrimination (http://www.the519.org/public/content/policy-files/The519SpaceUsePolicy.pdf)

Our Website (http://www.humanisttoronto.ca/)

Join us the 4th Friday of every month at 6 pm at Cherie Bistro for a get-together jointly hosted by the Humanist Association of Toronto and Toronto Oasis. Catch up with friends and welcome new people. Please RSVP on Meetup so that we can make reservations.

The Humanist Association of Toronto
http://www.humanisttoronto.ca/

Every Saturday we meet on Zoom to discuss a topic decided upon the previous week. These are topics of humanist interest, from a humanist perspective.

The topic of the discussion will be decided in a prior meeting, usually two weeks in advance. This week’s topic is: TBA

Meet our diverse group, trade perspectives in a free and open forum and learn from others as they learn from you!

BTW: don't be concerned if there are not many RSVP’s. Many HAT members attend regularly but don’t sign up on Meetup. Our online meetings have been very popular with 20-30 attendees.

NOTE: The HAT Forum adheres strictly to the City of Toronto Policy on Non-Discrimination (http://www.the519.org/public/content/policy-files/The519SpaceUsePolicy.pdf)

Our Website (http://www.humanisttoronto.ca/)