French TV Report Sparks Controversy Over Evangelicals' 'Paranormal' Practices
A recent French television report has sparked controversy by investigating the evangelical community, claiming 'paranormal phenomena' are common and criticizing their growth and methods. The report, 'Evangelicals: a not-so-heavenly success?', has drawn criticism from evangelical organizations and sparked debate about religious freedom and representation.
The report, aired on Envoyé Spécial, claims evangelical churches in France use questionable techniques to convert people en masse, promising divine healing and employing 'strict Christianity' reminiscent of American megachurches. It alleges that evangelicals are 'ultra-conservative', practice 'conversion therapies', and are homophobic.
The report features an interview with an unidentified former evangelical who describes 'prayers of self-flagellation' for sins, including homosexuality. This has been condemned by evangelical leaders as misrepresentative and harmful.
Evangelicals in France, numbering over one million, have seen a significant increase in places of worship and initiatives to protect religious freedom. They have criticized the report for stigmatizing their community and using questionable journalistic methods. The French Protestant Federation (FPF) and the National Council of Evangelicals in France (CNEF) have both spoken out against the report's accusations.
The report has reignited debate about evangelicals in France, with critics arguing it perpetuates stereotypes and misrepresents their beliefs and practices. Despite these criticisms, evangelicals continue to grow in number and influence, with initiatives to protect religious freedom and ensure their sustainability, such as the #TogetherInThisMission campaign launched by Evangelical Focus.
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