Excerpt from The Doctrines and Discipline of the Methodist Episcopal Church
The preachers and members of our society in general, being convinced that there Was a great deh ficiency of vital religion Hi the Church of England in America, and being 1n many places destitute of the christian sacraments, as several of the clergy had forsakefi their churches requested the late Rev. John Wesley to take such measures, in his wisdom and prudence, as would afford them suitable relief m their distress.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an introduction to the history of the Methodist Episcopal Church, tracing its origins from the early 18th century revivalist movement led by John Wesley in England, to its establishment as an independent denomination in the United States in the late 18th century. The author explores the key beliefs and practices of Methodism, as articulated in the Articles of Religion and Discipline, highlighting the emphasis on personal piety, evangelism, and social justice. The book delves into the challenges and triumphs faced by the Methodist movement in its early years in America, including the impact of the Revolutionary War and the westward expansion of the nation. It sheds light on the role of Methodism in shaping American religious and social life, particularly in the areas of education, abolitionism, and prison reform. Through archival research and analysis of primary sources, this book offers a comprehensive and engaging account of the Methodist Episcopal Church's formative years, providing valuable insights into the development of one of America's largest and most influential Protestant denominations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333057169_0
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