The Story of American Methodism
Title | The Story of American Methodism PDF eBook |
Author | Frederick Abbott Norwood |
Publisher | |
Pages | 448 |
Release | 1974 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 9780687396412 |
Traces the history of Methodism from the eighteenth-century Wesleyan movement through successive stages of theological development to its role in today's ecumenical movement
Methodism
Title | Methodism PDF eBook |
Author | David Hempton |
Publisher | Yale University Press |
Pages | 294 |
Release | 2005-01-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0300106149 |
Hempton explores the rise of Methodism from its unpromising origins as a religious society within the Church of England in the 1730s to a major international religious movement by the 1880s.
Methodism's Racial Dilemma
Title | Methodism's Racial Dilemma PDF eBook |
Author | James S. Thomas |
Publisher | |
Pages | 192 |
Release | 1992 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN |
The Central Jurisdiction was created for African American members of the merger in 1939 of: The Methodist Episcopal Church, The Methodist Episcopal Church South, and The Methodist Protestant Church.
Wesley and the People Called Methodists
Title | Wesley and the People Called Methodists PDF eBook |
Author | Richard P. Heitzenrater |
Publisher | Abingdon Press |
Pages | 408 |
Release | 2013 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 142674224X |
The practical and theological development of eighteenth-century Methodism.
The Spirit of Methodism
Title | The Spirit of Methodism PDF eBook |
Author | Jeffrey W. Barbeau |
Publisher | InterVarsity Press |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2019-08-27 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0830852549 |
The story of Methodism is much richer and more expansive than John Wesley's sermons and Charles Wesley's hymns. In this book, Methodist theologian Jeffrey W. Barbeau provides a brief and helpful introduction to the history of Methodism—from the time of the Wesleys, through developments in North America, to its diverse and global communion today—as well as its primary beliefs and practices.
Being United Methodist
Title | Being United Methodist PDF eBook |
Author | J. Ellsworth Kalas |
Publisher | Abingdon Press |
Pages | 174 |
Release | 2012 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1426752342 |
What exactly is a Methodist?
The Heritage of American Methodism
Title | The Heritage of American Methodism PDF eBook |
Author | Kenneth C. Kinghorn |
Publisher | |
Pages | 184 |
Release | 1999 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN |
The Heritage of American Methodism traces the grand legacy of American Methodism and shows how it became such a leading influence in the life of the nation. The drama of Methodism in America stands out as one of the most fascinating stories in the history of Christianity. This volume highlights the main reasons for this astonishing success and shows how the vitality of the Wesleyan way can be recovered. This illustrated history of American Methodism is presented for non-specialists in a beautifully designed, full-color format. Key Features: - A user-friendly, informative, and spell-binding account showing the impact of inspirational characters resounding today - Outstanding full-color photos and illustrations throughout - Portrays common links within the United Methodist Church and the unfolding drama of each conference - An attractive hardcover, "coffee-table" book Key Benefits: - Readers get the benefit of the history of American Methodism from a well-known expert - Can be used to help leaders prepare for classes on Methodism - An excellent gift for both young people and adults - Helps readers understand the challenges of tomorrow and the applications for the turbulence of life today