Combating HIV in Zambian Churches. Silence, shame and stigma associated with HIV infection has caused exclusion and suffering to people greatly affected by the virus. This study proposes the creation of HIV support groups (Circles of Hope) as a strategy to combat HIV. The study is a brain child of these support groups which are being created in local congregations in Zambia. This study therefore is about a missiological praxis for the creation of Circles of Hope as an entry point for faith based organisations to build HIV competent communities. HIV requires a holistic approach which mobilises...