Download or read book Are Southern Baptists Evangelicals written by James Leo Garrett and published by Mercer University Press. This book was released on 1983 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book America s Religious Architecture written by Marilyn J. Chiat and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1997-10-07 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Moorish synagogue in small Texas town, to the New England meetinghouse nestled in the palm trees of Hawaii, this comprehensive historical survey of America's religious architecture celebrates the country's ethnic and spiritual diversity through the magnificent breadth of these community landmarks. The first comprehensive architectural and cultural history of its kind, the book features 500 places of worship nationwide, many listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Includes over 300 black-and-white photographs and foreword by Bill Moyers, creator of the PBS "Genesis" series.

Download or read book Doctrines and Discipline of the Independent Methodist Churches in the United States written by Conference of Independent Methodist Churches in the United States and published by . This book was released on 1864 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Constitution and Government of the Congregational Methodist Churches of the United States of America written by Congregational Methodist Church and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Taking Back the United Methodist Church written by Mark David Tooley and published by Bristol Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A History of Methodists in the United States written by James Monroe Buckley and published by . This book was released on 1900 with total page 744 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book United Methodist Doctrine written by Scott J. Jones and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout this book, Scott J. Jones insists that for United Methodists the ultimate goal of doctrine is holiness. Importantly, he clarifies the nature and the specific claims of "official" United Methodist doctrine in a way that moves beyond the current tendency to assume the only alternatives are a rigid dogmatism or an unfettered theological pluralism. In classic Wesleyan form, Jones' driving concern is with recovering the vital role of forming believers in the "mind of Christ, " so that they might live more faithfully in their many settings in our world.

Download or read book Our Membership Vows in the United Methodist Church written by Mark Stamm and published by Upper Room Books. This book was released on 2015-05-04 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A resource for both newcomers to the United Methodist Church and those who have been members for decades, Our Membership Vows is a wonderful reflection on the vows each member takes upon joining the church. Members make covenant to uphold the vows, and each one is discussed in this easy-to-read booklet. A great gift idea for churches to give to new members.

Download or read book History of the Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States of America written by Abel Stevens and published by . This book was released on 1864 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book I m Black I m Christian I m Methodist written by Lillian C. Smith and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2020-11-03 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ten personal narratives reveal the shared and distinct struggles of being Black in the Church, facing historic and modern racism. It’s uncertain that Howard Thurman made the remark often attributed to him, “I have been writing this book all my life,” but there is little doubt that he was deeply immersed in reflection on the times that bear an uncanny resemblance to the present day, which give voice to the Black Lives Matter movement. Our “life’s book” is filled with sentence upon sentence of marginalization, pages of apartheid, chapters of separate and unequal. Now this season reveals volumes of violence against Blacks in America. Ten Black women and men explore life through the lens of compelling personal religious narratives. They are people and leaders whose lives are tangible demonstrations of the power of a divine purpose and evidence of what grace really means in face of hardship, disappointment, and determination. Each of the journeys intersect because of three central elements that are the focus of this book. We’re Black. We’re Christians. We’re Methodists. Each starts with the fact, “I'm Black,” but to resolve the conflict of being Christian and Methodist means confronting aspects of White theology, White supremacy, and White racism in order to ground an oppositional experience toward domination over four centuries in America. “The confluence of the everyday indignities of being Black in America; the outrageous, egregious, legalized lynching of George Floyd; and the unforgivable disparities exposed once again by COVID–19 have conspired together to create a seminal moment in America and in The United Methodist Church—in which we must find the courage to say unambiguously ‘Black Lives Matter.’ To stumble or choke on those words is beneath the gospel,” says Bishop Gregory Palmer, who wrote the foreword to the collection. Praise for I'm Black. I'm Christian. I'm Methodist. “This book made me shout, dance, rage and hope—all at once! As a "cradle Methodist," I have deep love for my church and bless it for nurturing my walk with Christ and my passion for social justice. At the same time, I lament that my church is also the place where I have witnessed and been most wounded by virulent racism, sexism, heterosexism, and ageism. Yet, I stay and struggle for the soul of the church because I am a Black Christian woman fired by the love of God-in-Christ-Jesus. I stay because this is MY church and the church of my ancestors. Although I regularly question my decision to remain United Methodist, it is stories like these—from other exuberant love warriors—that remind me that I am called by God to stay, pray, fight, and flourish!” —M. Garlinda Burton, deaconess and interim general secretary, General Commission of Religion and Race, Washington DC “Racism continues to be the unacceptable scandal of American society and the American churches. In spite of some gains such as the diversity of supporters for “Black Lives Matter,” even the best intentioned among us remain largely ignorant of the actual life experience of those who are other than ourselves. This collection of testimonies, edited by Rudy Rasmus, helps remedy that by simply recounting personal stories of being Black, Christian, and Methodist in the United States. White Methodist Christians in particular need to read these stories and take them to heart so that racism and its divisiveness is countered by shared experience and recognition of common humanity across difference. More White Methodists need not only reject racism in our society and church but become active anti-racists willing to do the hard work to create the beloved community, dreamed about by Martin Luther King in the 1960s civil rights movement. —Bruce C. Birch, Dean Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of Biblical Theology Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington DC “This book is a powerful collection interweaving personal stories, denominational and intercultural practices, and Black lives bearing hopeful witness. Readers will have their consciousness raised, and they will think more deeply about the meaning of beloved community and the embodiment of the justice of God.” —Harold J. Recinos, Professor of Church and Society, Perkins School of Theology/SMU, Dallas, Texas “For hundreds of years, we have not listened. This book is our chance to hear the words of the Black leaders in our church. They will change us, remake us, and reform us. Get ready to be transformed by painful truth and deep love. —Rev. Dr. Dottie Escobedo-Frank, Lead Pastor, Catalina United Methodist Church, Tucson, Arizona "I’m Black gives readers a clear picture of the diversity and value of Black culture in church and society. After reading the dynamic stories told by these faithful, transformative church leaders, Black lives will be cherished, and systemic change for the better will take place.” —Joseph W. Daniels, Jr. , Lead Pastor, Emory United Methodist Church, Washington, D.C. "Dr. Rudy Rasmus and others give an insightful look into what it means to be black, Christian and Methodist in America. Their perspectives on the status and plight of being black in America are both engaging and riveting. If you are looking for ways to better understand the nuances and many faces of African American Methodist evangelical life in America, this book is a must-read!" —The Reverend J. Elvin Sadler, D.Min., General Secretary-Auditor, The A.M.E. Zion Church Assistant Dean for Doctoral Studies, United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio "I endorse this powerful book of Essays conceived and edited by my friend Pastor Rudy Rasmus. It is a book for our current and future realities facing the Black Church a must read." —Deborah Bass , Vice-Chairperson, National BMCR

Download or read book Why Two Episcopal Methodist Churches in the United States written by William Abraham Bowen and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book History of the Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States Embracing Also a Sketch of the Rise of Methodism in Europe and of its Origin and Progress in Canada written by Peter Douglass Gorrie and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-04-29 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1881.

Download or read book American Church History written by J M Buckley and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buckley's history of the Methodist church in the United States is an important contribution to the field. With a wealth of primary source material and a deep understanding of the church's history and evolution, this book is a valuable resource for historians and churchgoers alike. 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 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. 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.

Download or read book Living Faithfully written by Dave Barnhart and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2017-08-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is deep disagreement about what The United Methodist Church should teach about homosexuality, same gender marriage, and the ordination of LGBTQ persons. In 2019, a special session of General Conference will be held to consider these issues and how they will be addressed by The United Methodist Church in the future. Living Faithfully is designed to help you understand the shape of this debate and what it means for the present and the future. Each chapter includes background on the Bible, Christian theology, history, stories from diverse viewpoints, and United Methodist structure and practice to guide reflection and conversation. You’ll also find definitions of key terms and information about upcoming events. The four chapters are: 1. Is the Practice of Homosexuality Incompatible with Christian Teaching? 2. Is Same-gender Marriage Compatible with Christian Teaching? 3. Is Ordaining Practicing Homosexuals Compatible with Christian Teaching? 4. Where Are We Now? This four-week study will help you understand and grapple with various views about the ministry and teaching of The United Methodist Church around issues of human sexuality. It will lead you to have honest, well-informed, and grace-filled conversations with others about these matters and the calls for change. And it will help you discern, in prayer and conversation, how you can respond faithfully in love of God and neighbor. A Leader Guide is included with lesson plans to help facilitate a four-session small group study. From the Faultlines collection, resources intended to inform conversations around human sexuality and the church.

Download or read book The Book of Discipline of the United Methodist Church 1968 written by United Methodist Church (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 616 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Methodism in America written by Douglas Strong and published by . This book was released on with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the start of the Revolutionary War in 1776, most Americans had never heard of Methodism; only a few thousand followers of Methodist founder John Wesley dotted the towns and countryside of the middle colonies. This relative obscurity changed dramatically during the next several decades, as a legion of native-born itinerant preachers fanned out on their self-appointed task "to reform the continent, and spread scriptural holiness throughout the land." By the Civil War, Methodism had over a million members and several times that many constituents, becoming the largest Protestant denominational tradition in the United States'a status that it held until the Baptists overtook the Methodists a century later. Established at the same time as the U.S. government, the Methodist church developed along with the American nation, so much so that many observers remarked that Methodism was "the most American of all churches." Today, there are more United Methodist congregations than U.S. post offices, and Methodism exists in more counties than any other denomination in America, demonstrating its geographical breadth. Beyond the statistics, Methodism has shaped and been shaped by U.S. culture, becoming the quintessentially American denomination. It has often acted as a sort of unofficial religious establishment, representing'according to historian Nathan Hatch?"the vast, uninspired middle of American society." Present-day national figures who claim Methodism as their church home include people as varied as President George W. Bush, Vice President Richard Cheney, Senator Hillary Clinton, former presidential candidate George McGovern, civil rights leader Rosa Parks, and black theologian James Cone. Over fifteen million Americans are members of the Methodist family of churches, which include The United Methodist Church (the largest Methodist denomination), three predominantly African-American Methodist churches, several Holiness denominations, such as the Free Methodist Church and the Church of the Nazarene, and numerous smaller groups. Reflecting the larger American culture in another way, Methodism has faced'throughout its history'contentious issues of power, class, race, and gender, frequently becoming a bellwether for the rest of mainline religion. Since the 1960s, the challenges surrounding such issues have resulted (in the case of The United Methodist Church) in increased polarization and a lack of institutional cohesion. Nonetheless, in spite of numerical declension in some quarters, the Methodist movement in America has endeavored to continue its mission of reforming the continent.

Download or read book Wesley Studies written by and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: