Analiza strukture članstva i temeljna obilježja pokreta "Franjevačka mladež" – jedan primjer postmodernoga crkvenog pokreta
The Analysis of the Structure of Membership and Fundamental Characteristics of the "Franciscan Youth" Movement – An Example of a Postmodern Ecclesiast

Summary/Abstract: Within the research of new lay ecclesiastical movements in Croatia, conducted during June and July 2001 in the Institute of Social Sciences Ivo Pilar, one of the observed groups that participated was Franciscan Youth (FRAMA). The aim of this paper was to explore the sociodemographic structure of FRAMA's members, their motivation for affiliation, formation and religious practice as well as past experience, and achievements recognised by their members in everyday life. Also presented are the basic characteristics of this movement and its historical continuity and connection with the Franciscan charisma (Fonti francescane, 1993; K. Esser, 1983; A. Rotzetter, Th. Matura, 1984). In the context of the research results obtained, the author also considered the possibility of application of the concept of lifestyles as one of the postmodern theories including the need for togetherness and spiritual values in young people.

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