Muller, Bethel A.Wepener, Cas2011-10-312011-10-312011-10-12Müller, B.A. & Wepener, C.J., 2011, ‘Applying grounded theory to data collected through participatory research on AIC liturgical rituals: A comparative study’, HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies 67(2), Art. #1034, 8 pages. http:// dx.DOI.org/10.4102/hts. v67i2.10340259-942210.4102/hts.v67i2.1034http://hdl.handle.net/2263/17488This article reported on two research projects, the first conducted in the early 1990s and the second, a project currently in progress. In essence, the article was an attempt to compare the theology of African Independent Churches in the two respective periods by making use of a grounded theory approach to their worship services. Significant similarities and differences were identified and reported on.en© 2011. The Authors. Licensee: AOSIS OpenJournals. This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.Liturgical researchLiturgical ritualsAfrican Independent Churches (AIC)Grounded theory -- AfricaLiturgics -- AfricaIndependent churches -- Rituals -- AfricaRitualismIndependent churches -- Customs and practices -- AfricaArticle