History of the Church United Brethren in Christ

"History of the Church of the United Brethren in Christ" provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the origins, growth, and theological development of one of the earliest denominations formed on American soil. Written by historian A. W. Drury, this work explores the spiritual revival among German-speaking immigrants in the 18th century that led to the founding of the church. Central to the narrative are the lives and labors of Philip William Otterbein and Martin Boehm, whose collaborative leadership forged a new path for Protestantism in the United States. The text meticulously chronicles the denomination's evolution from its formal organization in 1800 through its expansion across the American frontier. Readers will find in-depth coverage of the church's governance, its missionary efforts, and the establishment of its educational and publishing institutions. Drury emphasizes the church's commitment to evangelical fervor and social responsibility, placing its history within the broader context of the Great Awakening and the Methodist movement. "History of the Church of the United Brethren in Christ" remains a vital resource for scholars and readers interested in the ecclesiastical history of North America and the enduring legacy of this influential Christian community.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.