African Pentecostals in Catholic Europe

Discover the intriguing intersection of faith and culture in African Pentecostals in Catholic Europe by Annalisa Butticci, published by Harvard University Press in 2016. This captivating ethnography delves into the experiences of migrants from Nigeria and Ghana who have brought their vibrant form of Christianity—Pentecostalism—to Catholic Italy. With 208 pages of insightful analysis, Butticci explores the paradox faced by these believers, as both African Pentecostals and Italian Catholics seek to make the divine visible and tangible in their lives. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the dynamics of religion, migration, and social relations in contemporary Europe. Join Butticci on a journey that sheds light on the complexities of faith in a multicultural context.