The Organization of the Congregation in the Early Lutheran Churches in America

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Author Schmucker, B. M. (Beale Melanchthon), 1827-1888
Title The Organization of the Congregation in the Early Lutheran Churches in America
Note Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Kurt A. T. Bodling, former Assistant Director: Reference and Information Services at Concordia Historical Institute, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Summary "The Organization of the Congregation in the Early Lutheran Churches in America" by Beale M. Schmucker, D.D. is a historical account written in the late 19th century, specifically in 1887. This book explores the foundational aspects of organization within the early Lutheran churches established by German immigrants in America. It provides detailed insights into the governance, the roles of church officers, and the evolution of congregational structures pertinent to Lutheran practices in the new world. The content of the book reflects on how the arrival of Henry Melchior Muehlenberg in Pennsylvania marked a significant turning point for the organization of Lutheran congregations. Schmucker examines the challenges faced by early German Lutheran immigrants in formulating a structured congregational organization separate from state control, which had defined their experience in Europe. The text highlights Muehlenberg's pivotal role in establishing clear constitutions, leadership responsibilities, and the integration of influences from existing congregations, including Swedish and Dutch Reformed churches. Through thorough analysis of historical documents and church records, Schmucker reveals the complexities and dynamics of early Lutheran church governance, illustrating how these structures set the foundation for future American Lutheranism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Lutheran Church -- United States -- History
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EBook-No. 19422
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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