Abstract
This article explores the factors that contribute to the children living in Zama Zama informal settlement�s spiritual development. Postfoundational practical theology and the narrative approach function as paradigm and methodology. Themes and/or discourses like power, poverty, nutrition, health and school enrolment were identified. The faith development theory is discussed, as well as a reflection on children�s spirituality. The research shows that the faith community, cr�che and other partners play a crucial role in the spiritual development of the children.Intradisciplinary and/or interdisciplinary implications: This study was performed in the field of practical theology. The article is interdisciplinary, covering the fields of religion, psychology, social work, sociology and health studies.
Highlights
This article tells a story of a journey and is a reflexive account of my experiences and personal encounters with children in an informal settlement in Pretoria West, called Zama Zama
It explores the role played by students from the University of Pretoria and the influence of pastoral care provided by volunteers and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to the children of Zama Zama School of Hope in their spiritual development
This article reflected on personal encounters with children living in Zama Zama
Summary
This article tells a story of a journey and is a reflexive account of my experiences and personal encounters with children in an informal settlement in Pretoria West, called Zama Zama. The research participants of the study were selected infants and children that lived in Zama Zama. The principal of the Zama Zama School of Hope, as well as the parents of the children played an important part in the retelling of the children’s stories to me.
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