Conspiracy Theories in Congregations: A Pastoral Response

Author:

Hussey Ian1

Affiliation:

1. Malyon Theological College (an affiliated institution of the Australian College of Theology) , PO Box 6616, Mitchelton , 4053 Australia Australia

Abstract

Abstract Interest in understanding and responding to conspiracy theories has exploded in recent years. This article seeks to engage with a range of scholarship utilizing a practical theological methodology in order to discern an appropriate response. Because conspiracy theories often produce division in congregations, as well as isolate the conspiracists from their faith community, responding in a wise manner is clearly important. This article first surveys some of the theory and research related to the topic and then discusses the connections between religion and conspiracy theories. It then moves to recommend that a “pastoral” response, including a focus on caring and maintaining sense of belonging, is preferred to a rationalist response, aimed at convincing the conspiracists that they are wrong.

Publisher

Walter de Gruyter GmbH

Subject

Religious studies

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