Worldly Protestants

David Hollinger discusses the American ecumenical Protestant movement, highlighting its opposition to evangelicalism and its focus on global issues like colonialism and nationalism. The movement, gaining momentum from the 1940s, sought to modernize religion and minimize sectarian divisions by forming trans-denominational organizations. The rivalry with Evangelicals became pronounced in 1942, as ecumenical Protestants outlined a radical post-WWII vision, critical of colonialism and racism, and supportive of global unity, influencing the formation of the United Nations.

What are the main characteristics that define the ecumenical Protestant movement?

How did the ecumenical movement respond to the challenges of modernity?

What were the significant events in 1942 that influenced the ecumenical Protestants?

What was the vision of ecumenical Protestants for the world after World War II?

In what ways did ecumenical Protestants express their criticism of the British Empire and colonialism?