Congregational Creeds And Covenants (1917)

Congregational Creeds and Covenants is a historical book written by William Barton, first published in 1917. It explores the history and development of the Congregational Church, a Protestant denomination that originated in England in the 16th century and spread to North America in the 17th century. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the history and theology of the Congregational Church, including its beliefs, practices, and organization. The second part presents a collection of historical creeds and covenants that were used by Congregational churches throughout the centuries. These documents outline the beliefs and practices of the church and were often used to define the boundaries of membership and to establish the relationship between the church and the state. The final part of the book is a series of essays that reflect on the significance of the creeds and covenants for the contemporary church. These essays explore the relevance of the historical documents for modern congregations and consider how they can be used to inform the practice and theology of the church today. Overall, Congregational Creeds and Covenants is a valuable resource for scholars, theologians, and anyone interested in the history and theology of the Congregational Church. It provides a comprehensive overview of the development of the church and the role of creeds and covenants in its history, as well as offering insights into the contemporary relevance of these documents for the church today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.