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EMPOWERING LEADERSHIP IN DISCIPLESHIP:
EXPERIENCES FROM AN INTERDENOMINATIONAL
PARTICIPATORY ACTION RESEARCH
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DONÁT SÁMUEL GYURKÓ
methodist pastor, Kaposvár, Hungary
https://orcid.org/0009-0008-7290-2317
ABSTRACT
In the Evangelical-Lutheran Theological University (Budapest), the idea of
participatory action research and the concept of intentional discipleship and
small discipleship groups have converged, suggesting a new type of leadership
behavior within the Church. The combination of theological reflection and
empirical research can be effectively translated into practice through partici¬
patory action research conducted in an interdenominational context, thereby
assisting Christian congregations in striving for relevant and vibrant Christ-like
leadership and discipleship in a changing world. The concept of empowering
leadership is a key term in both modern social sciences and the field of disciple¬
ship. This paper aims to examine the practical aspects of empowering leader¬
ship within the realm of discipleship, based on experiences from the participa¬
tory action research group “Banding Together”, with a particular focus on
leadership behavior.
Keywords: empowerment, discipleship, small groups, participation, action
research
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Ethical Leadership in Complex Times, 35-49.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56037/978-963-646-420-2-03
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