American Methodism: A Compact History

Richey, Russell E.; Rowe, Kenneth E.; Schmidt, Jean Miller

ISBN 10: 1426742274 / ISBN 13: 9781426742279

Published by Abingdon Press (edition Reprint), 2012

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: American Methodism: A Compact History
• Publisher: Abingdon Press (edition Reprint)
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1426742274
• ISBN 13: 9781426742279
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: Reprint.
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

In this engaging and artful overview, Russell Richey, Kenneth Rowe, and Jean Miller Schmidt, some of Methodism’s most respected teachers, give readers a vivid picture of soulful terrain of the Methodist experience in America. The authors highlight key themes and events that continue to shape the Church. Knowing their history, Methodists are better positioned, prepared, and inspired for faithful witness and holy living.

About the Authors

Jean Miller Schmidt is Gerald L. Schlessman Professor Emerita of Methodist Studies, The Iliff School of Theology in Denver, Colorado.

(2011) Russell E. Richey is Dean Emeritus of Candler School of Theology and the William R. Cannon Distinguished Professor of Church History Emeritus in Atlanta, Georgia. 



Kenneth E. Rowe, a retired clergy member of the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference, the premier bibliographer of American United Methodism, was for 31 years Methodist Librarian and Professor of Church History at Drew University, as well as Professor of Church History in the Theological and Graduate Schools. He is also Emeritus Professor of Church History and Methodist Archives Librarian at Drew University Theological School in Madison, New Jersey.