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Towards a Faith-Based Program Theory

A Reconceptualization of Program Theory

Mark G. Harden

Bethel University

A meta-program theory is proposed to overcome the limitations and improve the use of program theory as an approach to faith-based program evaluation. The essentials for understanding religious organizations, their various programs, and faith and spirituality are discussed to support a rationale for developing a faith-based program theory that captures the complex nature of religious program phenomena. Implications for public policy are examined. New concepts based on structural approach and four program theories are formulated for program analysis. Several theoretical concepts for faith-based program evaluation to guide methods for describing patterns that reflect the religious beliefs and values are suggested.

Key Words: faith based • beliefs • methods • religious • theory

Evaluation Review, Vol. 30, No. 4, 481-504 (2006)
DOI: 10.1177/0193841X05285078
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