First Newry (Sandys Street) Presbyterian Congregation (Classic Reprint)

W. Gordon Strahan

ISBN 10: 0365616249 / ISBN 13: 9780365616245

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

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Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive history of the First Newry (Sandys Street) Presbyterian Congregation. It traces the congregation's origins to the arrival of a Scottish chaplain with General Robert Munro's army in 1642. Subsequent chapters explore the congregation's development through periods of growth and division and provide insights into the broader context of Irish Presbyterianism. The book delves into the challenges faced by Presbyterian ministers during the Restoration period, the impact of the Unitarian controversy, and the eventual separation of the congregation in 1828. Through detailed research and engaging narrative, the author sheds light on the role of the congregation in the religious and social landscape of Newry and its significance within the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: First Newry (Sandys Street) Presbyterian Congregation (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0365616249
• ISBN 13: 9780365616245
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
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Synopsis

A journey through the life of a parish and its people, from early roots in 17th‑century Ireland to a vibrant Sandys Street congregation in the modern era.

This is a concise, illustrated history of the First Newry (Sandys Street) Presbyterian Congregation. It covers its beginnings during times of political change, its struggles and growth, the building of the Sandys Street church, and the leadership of successive ministers who shaped worship, education, and community life. The book presents the congregation as a living institution, rooted in shared faith and service to town and region.

• Describes the early formation of the Newry Presbyterian community and the role of key ministers and elders.
• Documents the construction of the Sandys Street church, its fundraising, and the opening in 1830.
• Tracks later developments, including unions, school facilities, hymn singing, sacraments, and the roles of prominent ministers.
• Highlights modern-era milestones, fundraising efforts, and the lasting impact of congregational gifts and leadership.

Ideal for readers interested in local church history, Irish Presbyterian heritage, and the social and spiritual life of Newry across centuries.