Special Topics in the Study of Religion: Missionaries, Migrations and Movement in American Religious History

How has movement shaped the formation and development of religions in the Americas from the 17th century to the present? What role do institutions play in fostering movement through missionaries, organizations, and networks of support? How has movement shaped the expansion and expression of religious culture and ideas? What technological forces and shifts have transformed religious practice and community making in the Americas? This course explores these themes through reading of primary and secondary sources and guest participation.