A history of faith, community, and service in Ohio .
This detailed volume traces the story of the Disciples of Christ in Ohio through biographies, church milestones, and the schools and institutions that shaped them. Rich with illustrations and firsthand profiles, it reveals how ministers, lay leaders, and congregations built a lasting spiritual network across the state.
- Learn how Ohio churches grew from early settlements to thriving communities, with notes on parsonages, meeting-houses, and ministerial life.
- Meet pivotal figures, pioneers, and ministers who shaped church work, education, and social reform in the region.
- Explore the schools, colleges, and normal schools connected to the Disciples and their impact on local education.
- See how church life intersected with broader social history, including temperance, publishing, and mission work.
Ideal for readers of regional religious history, this edition offers a grounded, respectful portrait of Ohio’s Disciples and their enduring contributions to faith and community.