Abstract
Japan is a land of many contrasts. It is modern yet rooted in tradition. In general, Japanese do not have much interest in religions, yet religions are overflowing in Japan. Christianity is a minority religion in Japan, and the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Movement started there in 1972. In this paper, the author examines the influence of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Movement on the Japanese, especially through its ministry of healing. Further, he examines the challenges to this work arising from various new religious movements, shamans, spiritual therapists, and sects that promise healing, wealth, and prosperity.
Recommended Citation
Alva, Reginald
(2016)
"Catholic Charismatic Renewal Movement and Healing in Japan’s Religious Culture,"
Claritas: Journal of Dialogue and Culture: Vol. 5
:
No.
1,
Article 6.
Available at:
https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/claritas/vol5/iss1/6