Rise Of Evangelism Across Latin America Surges
An Associated Press survey shows millions in Latin America abandon Catholic roots for Protestant evangelical churches. Estimates place up to 40 million evangelical adherents in a 280 million population, led by active pastors and democratic participation. The movement appeals especially to the poor, with growing influence in cities like Santiago and Caracas, while Catholic responses vary.
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