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Prophets and Profits

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While churches in the economic north are emptying out, those in the global south—especially in...

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New religious leaders in Ghana have found profits in churches, schools, universities, hospitals, and television stations for the growing legions of faithful. Pastors have become rich and powerful, controlling thousands of votes. And with this power and money, they are aiming to shape policies.

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