Recognizing the Latino resurgence in U.S. religion
Book Description
In the spiritual landscape of America, a profound transformation has been quietly unfolding for decades, largely unseen by mainstream society. Ana María Díaz-Stevens reveals how Latino and Latina communities have harnessed the power of faith to reshape their place in American religious and social life.
Drawing inspiration from the biblical story of Emmaus, where Jesus walked unrecognized among his followers, this exploration illuminates how over 25 million Latinos and Latinas emerged from nearly a century of invisible presence to claim their spiritual identity. Beginning in 1967, these communities began wielding religion as a powerful tool for building social connections and symbolic meaning, fundamentally altering their relationship with American society.
Rather than following traditional patterns of immigrant assimilation, Latino religious communities have forged something entirely different. They have created a church-centered approach to multicultural coexistence that offers fresh perspectives on how diverse communities can maintain their distinct identities while participating fully in American life.
This work challenges readers to reconsider assumptions about immigration, faith, and cultural identity in America. For those interested in understanding how spirituality intersects with social change, this book offers valuable insights into a religious movement that continues to influence contemporary discussions about pluralism and community building. The Latino Religious Resurgence represents more than demographic change—it embodies a new model for spiritual and cultural engagement.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Christianity
📄 Length: 272 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Hispanic Americans
- ✓ Explore Spaanse Amerikanen
- ✓ Explore Multiculturele samenlevingen
- ✓ Explore Godsdienst
- ✓ Explore Américains d'origine latino-américaine
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Latin americans
- ✓ Explore Religions
