Browsing by UP Author "Masango, Maake J.S."

Browsing by UP Author "Masango, Maake J.S."

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  • The African concept of caring for life 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2005)
    This article analyses the village concept of caring among African people. The old pattern of caring was based on the concept of ubuntu (humanity) which respects people, because they are created in the imago Dei. Then the ...
  • African spirituality that shapes the concept of Ubuntu 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    Nolan (1982:7) shares an interesting concept of spirituality. He says: "The Spiritual life is the whole of one's life insofar as it is motivated and determined by the Holy Spirit, the spirit of Jesus". This kind of ...
  • Aggression, anger and violence in South Africa 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2004)
    This article traces the roots of aggression, anger and violence in South Africa and the rest of the world. The paper is divided into four parts: Aggression, Anger, Catharsis and Violence. As a result of violence against ...
  • Aristotle's philosophical influence on Western civilization, history and theology placed women in inferior positions 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2003)
    This paper examines the influence of Aristotle on western civilization, and it explores how this line of thinking influenced religion from the point of view of its subordination of women. Then I examine how women were ...
  • Blessings or curses? The contribution of the blesser phenomenon to gender-based violence and intimate partner violence 
    Frieslaar, Brent V.; Masango, Maake J.S. (AOSIS, 2021-03-16)
    This article examines the blesser phenomenon in South Africa, which gained rapid popularity in 2016. A large body of research exists that reveals that transactional sex is a significant theme within the phenomenon of blesser ...
  • Caring for the carer in the era of HIV diagnosis 
    Sempane, Job Lempye; Masango, Maake J.S. (OpenJournals Publishing, 2013-05-24)
    The care of terminally ill patients can be physically, emotionally as well as psychologically exhausting. In the era where everyone is busy with his or her hectic daily schedule, caring for someone diagnosed with HIV on ...
  • The challenge of pastoral succession in African independent Pentecostal churches 
    Matshobane, Mangaliso Mbangiso; Masango, Maake J.S. (AOSIS, 2020-12)
    Succession is particularly a challenge in African independent Pentecostal churches (AIPCs), because unlike traditional churches, they do not have a rotation system, which transfers ministers from one congregation to the ...
  • Community transformation through the Pentecostal churches 
    Tfwala, Njabulo; Masango, Maake J.S. (AOSIS Open Journals, 2016-12-02)
    This article constitutes an attempt at reflecting on the extent Pentecostal churches in Swaziland are transforming their communities towards God’s justice mandate. The article shows that liberation has not yet gone beyond ...
  • Cremation a problem to African people 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2005)
    This article focuses on the issue of cremation the church is increasingly faced with and with which it has to deal. The issue has become very topical in South Africa as cemeteries are reaching capacity. Throughout its ...
  • Diversity in the ministry of chaplaincy in the South African department of correctional services 
    Masango, Maake J.S.; Mkhathini, Maxwell (AOSIS Open Journals, 2016-12-02)
    This article gives an overview of diversity in the South African Department of Correctional Services and how it challenges the ministry of chaplains. The diversity is manifest in the religious affiliations of inmates, ...
  • An economic system that crushes the poor 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (OpenJournals Publishing, 2014-11)
    The article focuses on economic structures that crush the poor, especially global economic structures that trap and keep people in poverty. The concept of poverty occupies centre stage in South Africa and many other ...
  • Generating hope in pastoral care through relationships 
    Steyn, Tobias Hertzog van Reenen; Masango, Maake J.S. (OpenJournals Publishing, 2012-05-07)
    This article concerned itself with the notion of Christian hope, in the midst of suffering, where this hope will find its energy from within a relationship with God and his people. Hope in God finds its substance from ...
  • Homosexuality : a challenge to African churches 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2002)
    Globalization has brought numerous challenges to churches. Homosexuality is one of those challenges facing African churches. There has been a growing evidence of rejection, isolation, discrimination and condemnation as ...
  • Illegal migrant Basotho women in South Africa : exposure to vulnerability in domestic services 
    Makhata, Mosioua Benedict; Masango, Maake J.S. (AOSIS, 2021-10-26)
    The illegal migration of Basotho women to South Africa in order to render domestic service is alarming because they are subjected to harsh treatment. This is a pastoral and theological concern for the church. As migrants, ...
  • The impact and effects of trauma resulting from excommunication 
    Kubeka, Mpiyakhe John; Masango, Maake J.S. (OpenJournals Publishing, 2010-10)
    This article will attempt to critically analyse various aspects of the state of trauma. It will analyse the impact, consequences and effects of trauma resultant from excommunication of clergy and how the practice has been ...
  • In support of female leadership in the church : grappling with the perspective of Setswana men – shepherding as solution offered 
    Sekano, Gopolang Harry; Masango, Maake J.S. (OpenJournals Publishing, 2012-03-27)
    This article addresses the overwhelmingly negative experience and feeling of some men who serve under female leaders in the church. They claim to feel degraded and traumatised by the experience of being led by women. ...
  • Interment of ashes : cremation service 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Reformed Theological College, Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006-09)
    This article develops a liturgy of worship service which is to be conducted at the crematorium. This interment of ashes service can also take place at the church in the garden of remembrance. The aim of this service is to ...
  • Is prophetic witness the appropriate mode of public discourse on the global economy? 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (OpenJournals Publishing, 2010-10)
    This article critically addressed various aspects of prophetic ministry and its impact on public life, especially within the context of the global village. Prophetic ministry was shaped by Jesus’ prophetic role in his ...
  • Konsep, rituele en proses van Afrika-huwelike 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2006)
    In many African tribes, sexual relations are legitimate only within the context of marriage. Moreover, all marriages are preceded by extensive preparations involving, inter alia, education (given by the elders of the ...
  • Leadership in the African context : words on leadership 
    Masango, Maake J.S. (Faculty of Theology, University of Pretoria, 2002)
    The Western world has always viewed the African continent as plagued by corruption; dictatorship; military coups; rebellious leaders; greediness; misuse of power; and incompetent, politically unstable leaders - in effect, ...