The Centennial Discourse (Classic Reprint): Delivered in Westhampton, Mass., Sept. 3d, 1879, on the One Hundredth Anniversary of the Formation of the Church in That Town - Couverture souple

Clarke, Dorus

 
9781334079719: The Centennial Discourse (Classic Reprint): Delivered in Westhampton, Mass., Sept. 3d, 1879, on the One Hundredth Anniversary of the Formation of the Church in That Town

Synopsis

Westhampton at One Hundred offers a centennial look at a New England church and its deep influence on town life and faith.

This history traces the early founding, asks how long pastorates shape a community, and shows how revivals, doctrine, and congregational polity shaped daily life in a small town. Set in a era of great upheaval, the book blends historical detail with reflections on church practice, education, and moral leadership. It highlights how a small congregation, grounded in Evangelical and Congregational principles, helped define local identity and a shared sense of purpose that lasted a century.

  • Learn how long pastorates affected families and the community’s social fabric.
  • Explore the role of catechism, Sabbath worship, and church governance in daily life.
  • See how revival movements and strong moral leadership influenced town culture.
  • Discover connections between local faith and broader New England religious history.
Ideal for readers interested in religious history, New England towns, and the long arc of a church’s impact on everyday life.

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