The famous first-hand story by the founder of the Pentecostal work in Chile, available now for the first time in English translation. American missionary Willis Collins Hoover arrived in Chile in 1889. By the time revival erupted in his Methodist Episcopal congregation in Valparaiso in 1909, he had been described as "the most successful missionary in Chile" by A. B. Simpson. The extraordinary outpouring of the Holy Spirit led to explosive growth and the formation of an indigenous Pentecostal church which has grown to become one of the largest Protestant groups in Chile. W. C. Hoover published his account of these tumultuous events in 1930 in Spanish. Hoover's grandson, Mario Hoover, provides the first English translation of that work, with added historical material and a personal memoir. 12 pages of historical photographs. Forewords by Dr. Gary B. McGee, Dr. Vinson Synan, and Dr. Cecil M. Robeck, Jr.
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I have read widely of Chilean Pentecostalism through the years, including Willis Hoover's Spanish-language account of events in "Historia del Avivamiento Pentecostal en Chile." I have been touched by the parallels between the 1909 revival in Valparaiso, Chile, the 1906 Azusa Street Revival in Los Angeles, much of the Toronto revival of he mid 90s, and the Pensacola Revival in the late 90s. Hoover's constant call for discernment of the Spirit is as relevant today as it was at the beginning of the century. His willingness not to close the door on possible works of the Spirit by merely dismissing certain activities out of hand, but rather to experiment and make judgments that were based upon the Word, should endear him to all who wish for revival within the worldwide Pentecostal Movement.
Cecil M. Robeck, Jr.
Professor of Church History and Ecumenics
Fuller Theological Seminary Pasadena, California -- From Foreword by Dr. Cecil M. Robeck, Jr.
The appearance of Willis Hoover's History of the Pentecostal Revival in Chile in English is welcome news for the Christian world. First published in Spanish in Chile in 1930 as Historia del Avivamiento Pentecostal en Chile, it has long been the major historical source on the Chilean revival which began in the Methodist Church in 1909. Adding to the value of the book are the preface and personal memoir by Hoover's grandson, Mario G. Hoover, who lived in his grandfather's home during his last years. This book will now take its place as a major source for future researchers and writers who wish to know more about the explosive growth of Latin American Pentecostalism.
Vinson Synan
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
-- From Foreword by Dr. Vinson Synan
Without doubt, "History of the Pentecostal Revival in Chile" as translated by Mario G. Hoover represents a major gift to English-speaking peoples for the study of a noteworthy indigenous Pentecostal revival outside of Euro-America. Students of revivals and modern Pentecostalism, as well as anyone interested in learning about the contemporary outpouring of the Holy Spirit in Latin America, are all in his debt.
Gary B. McGee
Professor of Church History and Pentecostal Studies
Assemblies of God Theological Seminary
Springfield, Missouri -- From Foreword by Dr. Gary B. McGee
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This review is from: History of the Pentecostal Revival in Chile (Paperback)
The entire time I was reading this book I could sense the presence of the Holy Spirit. It was like a journey in time to a place nearly one hundred years old, but very much alive today. In "part 2" of the book, the author, Mario Hoover, shares wonderful childhood memories and stories of life while living with his loving grandpa, Dr. Willis Collins Hoover. This glimpse into Dr. Hoover's family life, along with his personal writings are carefully woven into the first part of the book. This personal touch provides the reader with an insiders perspective of this great man of God, as well as the Pentecostal revival that was sovereignly bestowed upon him, his church, and the nation he so dearly loved. I was reminded that our endeavors are always tested by time, and time has been gracious to Dr. Willis Collins Hoover, his family, and the Spirit led movement of 1909. His legacy is one of genuine leadership, humility, steadfastness, and an unwavering respect for The Lord and his work. It is amazing how the 1909 revival in Chile reflects the Azusa Street, and Welsh revivals of the early 20th century. Interestingly, they are the mirror image of today's Pentecostal outpourings that are taking place in cities like Brownsville Florida, and Toronto Canada. The names, dates, and locations are all different, but the Holy Spirit continues to function in the same manner as he has since the days of Pentecost some 2000 years ago, truly amazing, profoundly insightful. "The History of the Pentecostal Revival in Chile" has encouraged and deepened my personal commitment to the Lord. It has renewed the realization in me that the Holy Spirit of yesterday is still on the move today. His desire to soak mankind in His Spirit continues throughout history, and his methods and mode of operation remains the same: foolish and bizarre to some, while exciting and sweet to others. History continues to prove that revivals are messy, and the 1909 Chilean revival was no different. Outwardly, it would appear there's a price to be paid for involving ones self in such matters. But to those involved in the Chilean revival it was no sacrifice at all. Instead, the revival became a movement to facilitate the empowering of the Holy Spirit to hungary individuals whose ardent desire was to simply reach the lost. Their obedience in this matter was far more important than the discomforts associated with persecution, and the seeds sown in those days continue to grow and flourish today. This book is a book of history, fashioned in the form of an amazing story. It's style and content is interesting for the casual reader as well as the scholar. A must read for those interested in the history of 20th century Pentecostal revivals. It serves as a reminder that God is interested in all people, of all nationalities, and his precious Holy Spirit moves among them in the same form and fashion, both yesterday and today. Throughout time, civilizations rise and fall, while cultures ebb and flood, but the Holy Spirit remains constant and true, which is the very nature of God and his unchanging hand. The physical hardships Pastor Hoover and his family faced in order to fulfill the call to the people of Chile, along with the dedication to never insult, or capitalize on the move of the Holy Spirit was truly inspiring.
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