ATR – Missionaries of Africa

Working Session on African Traditional Religions: the Way Forward

Data: 22/03/2024

The Missionaries of Africa concluded their working session on African Traditional Religions (ATRs) at Kungoni, Malawi this Friday 22nd March 2024. It was a week of sharing of experiences, insights, ideals and perspectives for the future.

Passing on skills for a better understanding of African Traditional Religions

Data: 21/03/2024

Understanding African Traditional Religions (ATRs) entails willingness to be with people. It also calls for rigorous academic work, with acknowledged scientific methods. Research methods and modern technology are necessary tools to explore and understand better ATRs. Which type of skills?

Towards a consolidated strategic plan for encounter and dialogue with African Traditional Religions (ATRs)

Data: 20/03/2024

African Traditional Religions (ATRs) embody spiritual, social and moral values needed to live a better and dignified life, both at individual and societal levels. The Missionaries of Africa are aware of this fact. They consider it as a great opportunity to enrich their pastoral endeavours. How to access people’s values? This short reflection intends to offer some answers.

Finding a Common Understanding of African Traditional Religions

Data: 19/03/2024

After discovering in depth the cultural beliefs of the Chewa, Ngoni and Yao tribes, today our discussion was about our understanding of African Traditional Religions (ATRs). Dr. Rodian Munyenyembe of Mzuzu University focused on “Understanding and engaging with contemporary configurations of African Traditional Religions”. Ignatius Anipu, M.Afr., elaborated on the “Engagement of the Missionaries of Africa with African Traditional Religions”.

The Missionaries of Africa Open a Working Session on African Traditional Religions at Kungoni Centre, Malawi

Data: 18/03/2024

Monday 18, March 2024, the Missionaries of Africa opened a one week working session on African Traditional Religions (ATRs) at Kungoni Centre, Malawi. Confreres from Rome, Mali, Zambia and Malawi are gathered to work and share experiences. In his opening remarks, Anselme Tarpaga, Assistant Superior General in charge of Encounter and Dialogue (ED), welcomed the participants and thanked them for having spared their time for the session.