Ministering on the Edge: Reflections on Mvumelwano Dandala, Pastor and Politician
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https://doi.org/10.25159/2412-4265/2981Keywords:
Dr Mvumelwano (Mvume) Dandala, presiding bishop, BMC chair, pastor, politicianAbstract
This paper explores the contribution made by Dr Hamilton Mvumelwano Dandala during his time as chairperson of the Black Methodist Consultation (BMC). We begin with a brief look at church and state relations and the role of the clergy, followed by a historical background of Dandala and the making of a political priest. We then explore the BMC from Dandala’s perspective and ministry from a perspective of the BMC. We reflect on Dandala’s role in the building of racial bridges within the MCSA and the struggle against poverty. The paper is concludes with a discussion of Dandala as a peacemaker, ecumenist and humanitarian. The author argues that Dandala should be hailed as one of the finest sons of the Black Methodist Consultation.
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Accepted 2018-02-22
Published 2018-07-18