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Excelent historical source
If you are looking for a comprehensive and complete history of the formation of the UCC this is the right book to read. ... Read more

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Hidden Histories 2 invites readers to enhance their knowledge of history as an important source of spiritual strength for these times.It also examines more deeply what it means for the United Church of Christ to celebrate its "unity in diversity."It explores such areas as Lutheran and Reformed Cooperation; German Evangelical Protestants; Origins of the Christian Denomination in New England; Evangelical Pietism and Biblical Criticism; Women's Mission Structures and the American Board; Religious Journalism; Philip William Otterbein and the United Brethren; From German Reformed Roots to the Churches of God; The Congregational Training School for Women; and Chinese Congregationalism. ... Read more

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The staff of BALAAM's COURIER, the unofficial General Synod daily publication since 1975, provides a handbook of the basics of the United Church of Christ for new member and confirmation classes and anyone who has ever sturggled to explain the UCC to others. Written with a light touch, but a passion for the life and work of the UCC--and sprinkled with black-and-white cartoon illustrations--it gives historical biblical, and theological insights into issues that have challenged the church rhtoughout the ages. ... Read more

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Balaam's Unofficial Handbook of the United Church of Christ
This book is well-written and brief. I am currently using it in an adult Sunday School class and the members love it. They are eager to read more, get to the next class, start up the discussion, and learn more about their church. Comments I have heard: Wow! I didn't know that! Our ancestors in the church sure did alot of good things in the world! And our denomination is still doing good things today! I recommend this book to any member of The United Church of Christ, and to anyone who is curious about who the UCC is and what the UCC believes and stands for. The book is worth the read and worth the price. ... Read more

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While congregational studies have expanded our understanding of American religion, little is known about the local practices of a single denomination at its smallest jurisdiction. This book explores how national denominational commitments are affecting the practices of local United Church of Christ congregations inside a single association in the Shenandoah Valley. Nationally, the UCC defines itself as a united and uniting church in its ecumenical work; as multiracial and multicultural in its diversity; as accessible to all in welcoming those with disabilities; as open and affirming for its LGBT members; and as a just peace church in its support of social justice. So, how fully have local congregations embraced these commitments? Might congregations be more attached to their older identities, particularly in areas where the church's predecessors were strongly rooted? Or are the national church's commitments being lived out at the grassroots level? The book measures congregational life in one of the UCC's oldest and smallest associations. Books on congregational studies either focus on a case study of a particular congregation, or large-scale surveys of U.S. congregations that explore aggregate data to explain their work. This book looks instead at a group of local congregations inside a small judicatory (the Shenandoah Association) of the United Church of Christ to explain religious life at the grassroots level. ... Read more

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This is a history of the first church in Southbury, Connecticut. In addition to information about early ministers, small Connecticut villages and the effects of national events upon one small church community, this book provides much genealogical history about "Ancient Woodbury" and Southbury, Connecticut, complete with early photos (black & white), sketches and maps. Thoroughly researched and well-written! ... Read more

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Critical resource
This is the best-written, most comprehensive, and deepest theological resource available for understanding what the UCC is meant to be.It should be required reading for all UCC pastors and seminarians. ... Read more

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A confirmation course book exploring the basic ideas, concepts, and beliefs of the United Church of Christ. ... Read more

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This volume contains the church records that were kept by the pastors. Marriage records begin in 1852. Baptism records begin with one baptism recorded in 1828, one in 1832, and by 1833 the records appear to be more complete. Death records begin in September 1862. It is possible that records were kept before these dates, but they are not to be found in the church. The last records found in specific record books end in 1993, with the pastorate of Don Stevenson. The book begins with a list of pastors of the Waynesboro Congregation from 1818-2003. The records are presented in chronological order and the entire work is fully indexed. Marriage records include date of marriage, name of reverend and names of groom and bride. Brides are listed by maiden name in the index. Baptism records give name of reverend, name of child, birth date, baptism date, and names of parents. Death records contain name of recording reverend, name of deceased, date of decease, and remarks. The remarks usually give the persons' age and sometimes the cause of death. Between 1920 and 1945, the deceased's date of birth was often included. ... Read more