Parochialism, Pluralism, and Contextualization: Challenges to Adventist Mission in Europe (19 th -21 st Centuries)

The transplantation of Adventism to Europe presented the young American-based denomination with great challenges. Often referred to as an American sect , the foreignness of Adventism in Europe has been one of the greatest single hindrances to the accomplishment of its mission. In addition to addressing historical questions regarding evangelization efforts, the various essays also give insight into contemporary aspects of Adventist outreach in Europe. This book ultimately aspires to awaken the reader’s understanding and interest for the complexity and diversity of the European Adventist existence. The articles do not arrive at any final conclusive results; rather they are to be seen as contributions to the discussion in the current missiological and interconfessional debate.