Cursillo Movement in America, The

Cursillo Movement in America, The

By Kristy Nabhan

Book Description

Discover how a powerful spiritual movement has quietly transformed American Christianity across denominational lines. Kristy Nabhan-Warren explores the remarkable journey of the Cursillo movement, a "short course in Christianity" that began with Spanish Catholic laypeople in 1944 and has since captivated believers throughout the United States.

At its heart, Cursillo offers participants an intensive weekend experience designed to deepen faith commitment and inspire authentic Christian living. What makes this movement particularly fascinating is how it transcends traditional religious boundaries, attracting both Catholics and Protestants who find common ground in personal spiritual renewal rather than doctrinal differences.

Through careful research and firsthand observation, Nabhan-Warren reveals how cursillistas—those who have experienced these transformative weekends—embody broader shifts in contemporary American faith. Their stories illuminate how modern Christians increasingly prioritize individual spiritual encounters while building bridges across denominational divides.

The author pays special attention to the crucial role of Latino Catholics in spreading this movement throughout America, demonstrating how cultural exchange has enriched the spiritual landscape. These personal accounts offer valuable insights into how faith communities adapt and flourish in an increasingly interconnected world.

For readers interested in understanding how grassroots spiritual movements shape religious identity and community, this examination provides a compelling window into the evolving nature of American Christianity and its global connections.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~9 hours)

📄 Length: 319 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Catholic
  • ✓ Explore 20th Century
  • ✓ Explore Church history
  • ✓ Explore HISTORY
  • ✓ Explore RELIGION / Christianity / Catholic
  • ✓ Explore HISTORY / United States / 20th Century
  • ✓ Explore Christianity
  • ✓ Explore RELIGION

Topics Covered

Catholic 20th Century Church history HISTORY RELIGION / Christianity / Catholic HISTORY / United States / 20th Century Christianity RELIGION United states, church history, 20th century Cursillo Movement in the United States

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