A las afueras de la cruz

One of the characteristics of religious pluralism is the existence of sects. It is estimated that around 1% of the Spanish population is part of these groups that move along a broad spectrum that ranges between religion and the search for personal well-being. Although secularization has affected the growth and diffusion of the most religious sects, they continue to be a reality that we cannot ignore. These pages offer updated information on almost a hundred sects of Christian origin present in Spain, organized by "families": of Catholic or Anglican origin, of Protestant origin, from Adventism, metaphysical or healing, restorationist, prophetic and messianic. From movements with more than a century of history in our country and thousands of followers to small groups with modest activity that is sometimes limited to the field of social networks; Here its origin, history, doctrines, practices, internal organization and dependent entities are analyzed. The detailed study of each sect and the overall vision allow us to understand the title: On the outskirts of the cross, because, despite the appearance and Christian terminology, these movements show a progressive distancing from the main nuclei of the faith in Jesus, as he was reflected from his beginnings in doctrinal formulas, liturgical celebrations and his own lifestyle.