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History of the First Methodist Episcopal Church of the City of Lancaster, Pa., from 1807 to 1893: With Some Account of Earlier Efforts to Establish ... St. Paul's M. E. Church, by the Pastor, and - Softcover

John S Janes McConnell

 
9780243121007: History of the First Methodist Episcopal Church of the City of Lancaster, Pa., from 1807 to 1893: With Some Account of Earlier Efforts to Establish ... St. Paul's M. E. Church, by the Pastor, and

Synopsis

Explore the early days of Methodism in Lancaster and discover how this community built its religious heritage. A concise, clear account that helps local readers and history enthusiasts understand key events and figures.

This edition focuses on the rise of Methodism in Lancaster, tracing early preaching, circuit organization, and the people who shaped the church’s history. It presents concrete milestones and references that illuminate how the faith took root in the city and surrounding area, without speculation or extraneous detail.

  • Discover how regular preaching began in Lancaster and who led it.
  • Learn about the formation of circuits and the movement’s early leaders.
  • Follow a timeline of church growth, buildings, and community efforts.
  • See how historians have evaluated Lancaster’s Methodist past and the sources used.
Ideal for readers of local history, religious history, and regional biographies who want a clear, bite‑size view of this chapter in Lancaster’s story.

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