History of the Old Baltimore Conference From the Planting of Methodism in 1773 to the Division of the Conference in 1857 (Classic Reprint)

History of the Old Baltimore Conference: a concise journey through its founding, growth, and split.

The book traces the Baltimore Conference from its early Methodist roots in 1773 to the 1857 division, highlighting key figures, debates, and events that shaped its course. It presents a detailed, era-spanning view of church life, leadership, and policy within a changing American landscape.

Through recorded notes, resolutions, and biographical sketches, this edition brings to light how scholars and clergy navigated issues of slavery, governance, and discipline. Readers will gain a clearer sense of how regional tensions influenced national Methodist history and how local decisions echoed across the denomination.

• Character sketches of notable leaders and their roles inside the General Conference.
• Discussion of slavery, abolition, and the legal/disciplinary responses within the church.
• Explanations of organizational changes, district lines, and the Plan of Separation.
• Context for how Baltimore’s local ministry and membership shaped broader Methodism.

Ideal for readers of church history, regional American religion, and the evolution of 19th‑century Methodism.