The United Church Of The United States (1895)

The United Church of the United States is a historical book written by Charles Woodruff Shields in 1895. The book examines the history and development of the United Church of Christ in the United States, from its origins in the 17th century to its current state in the late 19th century. Shields provides a detailed account of the various religious and theological movements that shaped the United Church of Christ, including the Congregationalists, the Reformed Church, and the German Reformed Church.The book also explores the social and political context in which the United Church of Christ emerged, including the role of the church in the American Revolution and the Civil War. Shields examines the impact of these events on the church's theology and mission, as well as its relationship with other religious denominations and the broader culture.Throughout the book, Shields emphasizes the importance of the United Church of Christ's commitment to social justice and its role in promoting progressive values such as equality and democracy. He also discusses the challenges facing the church in the late 19th century, including the rise of secularism and the changing religious landscape of America.Overall, The United Church of the United States provides a comprehensive and insightful look at the history and significance of one of America's most important religious institutions.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.