This article investigates a possible connection between a doctrine of the Trinity and Pentecostal ecclesial practices.I aim to show how a hierarchical model of the Trinity generally motivates a hierarchical church structure.Moreover, I argue that a hierarchical church structure has some potential problems; sein?lle taitettava ty?p?yt? it can, among other things, lead to an expected loyalty by church members to their leaders.If nicabate patches the church is to dampen such problems, I suggest that not only organisational but also theological work is needed.
Thus, I propose that an understanding of the Trinity as ontologically and functionally relational may benefit the Pentecostal church in upholding equality and reciprocity between leaders and members of a congregation.