A Statement of Facts, in Relation to the Call and Installation of the Rev

Joseph Lyman

ISBN 10: 1331960088 / ISBN 13: 9781331960089

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed account of the controversy surrounding the appointment of Mark Tucker as the minister of the First Congregational Church in Northampton, Massachusetts in 1824. Once there, Tucker refused to exchange pulpits with Unitarian ministers despite having indicated during his candidacy that he would do so. This decision sheds light on the deep divisions within the Congregationalist church in early 19th century America, and the struggle between those advocating for a more tolerant and inclusive approach to Christianity, and those wishing to uphold traditional orthodox beliefs. The book explores the concept of Christian liberty, the role of the clergy in shaping religious practice, and the importance of respecting diverse religious viewpoints. By examining the events in Northampton, this book provides insights into the complex relationship between religious beliefs, social norms, and individual conscience. 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: A Statement of Facts, in Relation to the Call and Installation of the Rev
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331960088
• ISBN 13: 9781331960089
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography and Autobiography

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Synopsis

A town debate over invitations, exchanges, and church leadership unfolds in the letters surrounding the call and installation of Rev. Mark Tucker.

This edition presents the historical exchange between Joseph Lyman and Tucker, revealing how clergy, congregations, and neighbors wrestled with issues of unity, fellowship, and religious principle.

The excerpts show the stakes: how much a town should compel a minister to invite others, how far exchanges should go, and what it means for a pastor to lead a congregation with diverse beliefs. The text moves from disputes about policy to reflections on faith, charity, and civil dialogue within a religious community.

• Explore the differences between invitations and exchanges in a 19th‑century theological context.
• See how leaders defend candor, unity, and religious liberty while facing disagreement.
• Observe the tone of respectful debate, framing complex questions as a call for truth.
• Understand how a community negotiates leadership, doctrine, and fellowship.

Ideal for readers of historical religious correspondence and early American church history.

A Statement of Facts, in Relation to the Call and Installation of the Rev. Mark Tucker by Joseph Lyman