Wednesday 20 May, 12:15

The Charismatic Offensive: How Pentecostalism Is Redrawing Global Politics

Professor André Gagné, director of the Department of Theological Studies at Concordia University (Montréal), is a leading specialist on Pentecostalism and the interaction of religion and politics.

This lecture examines the identity and global expansion of Pentecostal and charismatic movements, analysing how they reshape political and cultural landscapes in the twenty-first century. Gagné discusses key themes such as political mobilization, transnational networks and ideological influence, offering critical insights for scholars and students.

In French.

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