| Popis: |
The century-old Finnish Pentecostal Movement (Helluntaiheratys, or HH) is currently facing pressure from both outside and inside. The movement has to deal not only with reactions to postmodern developments in Finnish society, but also with institutionalization and structural disputes within. As the movement has become more middle-class-oriented, and constructs and maintains a habitus capable of coping with postmodern surroundings, some members and congregations have opposed the way in which the movement is changing. This article describes and analyzes tensions and disruptions within the movement, caused by the said developments. Postmodern styles of worship and organizational development supported by a new generation of educated members have given rise to traditionalism, fundamentalism, and protectionism. As a result, the oldest and largest Pentecostal body in Finland faces the threat of a division into two: one traditional, and one postmodern wing. |
