Social theology and religiously affiliated nonprofits in migration policy

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1998-08

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Texas Tech University

Abstract

In this dissertation I present argument and evidence that social theologies do not neatly divide religious groups into two camps, especially along a one-dimensional "liberal-conservative" continuum. Instead, I offer evidence that social theology in large measure accounts for the political behavior of a wide variety of denominations that create and maintain nonprofit organizations to work in public policy areas. Social theology counts, but not in the ways usually depicted. I offer evidence that social theology is mediated through denominational organizations. The organizational context is a significant factor in the process. Elements of this context include: the executive directors, governing bodies, mission statements, denominational affiliations, funding sources, legal considerations, and denominational accountability structures.

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Nonprofit organizations, Religion and politics, Religion and sociology, Emigration and immigration, Political sociology, Sociology

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