A Church on Wheels offers a clear look at a unique evangelistic effort that traveled from town to town.
This book tells how chapel cars were born, how they operated, and how ten years of service touched thousands of lives.
The narrative follows the people behind the wheels—the Rusts and their fellow workers—and explains how these moving churches became a steady force for outreach. It describes the cars, the meetings, and the communities transformed by faith, with pages that reflect both mission and daily life on the road.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This fascinating historical account paints a vivid picture of the early years of chapel car service in the American West. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, chapel cars, essentially churches on wheels, played a crucial role in bringing spiritual and community services to remote and underserved frontier towns. Through the dedicated efforts of missionaries like the author and his wife, these mobile meeting spaces became beacons of hope and catalysts for social and religious progress. The author shares captivating anecdotes and personal experiences, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of establishing new churches, and the profound impact the chapel car movement had on countless individuals and communities. This book offers a unique glimpse into a little-known chapter of American religious history, shedding light on the ingenuity and determination of those who sought to spread the gospel and build enduring spiritual communities in the face of adversity. Its insights into the power of faith, resilience, and the importance of human connection make it a valuable and inspiring read for anyone interested in the history of religion, the American West, or the transformative potential of community service. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331599197_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331599197
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331599197
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