Revisiting my Missionary Ministry among the Isnags: Indigenous Religion and Mission

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André De Bleeker, driesdeb.adb@gmail.com , He served as formator in Maryhurst Seminary (1988-1993) and taught missiology, comparative religion, and world religions at Maryhill School of Theology (1994-2013), where he also served as Academic Dean (2011-2013). In May 2013, he moved to Rome, Italy to serve as CICM’s General Archivist

Journal: Maryhill School of Theology Review
Volume 23 Issue 2 (Published: 2021-12-01)

Abstract

In this article, the author traces his academic formation and personal experiences in missionary work around the mid-1970’s and against the background of the Second Vatican Council. The first part of the article explores the religious beliefs and practices of the Isnag people in the mission area of Kabugao, Cordillera Region, Philippines; the second part deals with initial attempts to give Christianity an Isnag face.

Keywords: Missionary • Ministry • Philippine Missions • Isnags • Field Work

DOI: mstreview.com
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