Excerpt from An Historical Discourse Commemorative of the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Organization of the Belleville Congregational Church, Newburyport, Mass: Delivered on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, 1858
Whereas, we the Subscribers, Members of y Old Church, and of Several other Societies in Newbury, yet living in y? Easterly and South erly Parts of the Second Parish, and Westerly part of the Third Parish in Newbury, Do hereby agree to Imbody ourselves into a Society, and to Improve the said old Church for the Public worship of God, in the Dis senting way (as is commonly called) it we should obtain the Parish Pro posed.
And if we Should not Like the Church for the Purpose above said, We Do Hereby Covenant and agree to build a Meeting House. Said House shall be built in manner and form according to y° Instructions that may be given to a Committee. Who may hereafter be Chosen By us to Effect the Same. And that we will Pay towards the Building thereof, the Sev eral Sums to which we have affixed our Respective Names, Said Sums to be in Cash o'r Materials to the Acceptance of the said Committee.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an in-depth historical account of Belleville Congregational Society, founded in 1808 and initially known as the Fifth Parish in Newbury. Through a meticulous examination of records and documents, the author uncovers the intricate tapestry of its development from its humble origins to its present-day status as a vibrant religious community. The book delves into the broader context of the history of religion in the United States, exploring the challenges and triumphs faced by Congregationalists and other religious groups during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author sheds light on the theological underpinnings of the church, the dynamics of its leadership, and its vital role in shaping the social fabric of the Newburyport community. This book offers a compelling exploration of the enduring legacy of faith and the transformative power of religious institutions. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780259593737_0
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