Pentecostalism’s Neglected Black History

Pentecostalism’s Neglected Black History

By Christine A. Scheller December 6, 2011

 
In her groundbreaking new book ‘Black Fire,’ theologian Estrelda Y. Alexander shines a light on the African American roots of Pentecostalism. Here, she speaks to UrbanFaith about the miracles and scandals of Black Pentecostal faith.
URBAN FAITH: I was introduced to Rev. William Seymour through your book. What was his significance in Pentecostal history and why was it ignored for so long?

What was his role specifically in the Azusa Street Revival?

The revival initially began with breaking barriers of race, class, and gender, but quickly reverted to societal norms. Why?
Is there still more racial integration in Pentecostal churches than in the wider of body of churches?

Some of the division was about doctrine, in particular in regard to the nature of the Trinity. Was that interconnected with the racial issues, or are those two separate things?

Does Pentecostal theology make it more hospitable to alternative views of the Trinity?

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