With roots in British and American endeavors to restore apostolic Christianity, the Stone-Campbell Movement drew its inspiration from the independent efforts of nineteenth-century religious reformers Barton W. Stone and the father-son team of Thomas and Alexander Campbell. The union of these two movements in the 1830s and the growth of the new body thrust it into a place of significance in early nineteenth-century America, and it quickly spread to other parts of the English-speaking world. From its beginnings the Movement has developed into one of the most vital and diverse Christian traditions in the world. Today it encompasses three major American communions -- Churches of Christ, the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), and Christian Churches/Churches of Christ -- as well as united churches in several other countries. Over ten years in the making, The Encyclopedia of the Stone-Campbell Movement offers for the first time a sweeping historical and theological treatment of this complex, vibrant global communion. Written by more than 300 contributors, this major reference work contains over 700 original articles covering all of the significant individuals, events, places, and theological tenets that have shaped the Movement. Much more than simply a historical dictionary, this volume also constitutes an interpretive work reflecting historical consensus among Stone-Campbell scholars, even as it attempts to present a fair, representative picture of the rich heritage that is the Stone-Campbell Movement. Scores of photographs and illustrations (many quite rare) enrich and enliven the text, and an extensive, carefully prepared index facilitates ready access to important information throughout the volume. The Encyclopedia of the Stone-Campbell Movement -- a standard reference work for religious, academic, public, and personal libraries everywhere. Features of this encyclopedia:
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<li>Presents over 700 articles on the people, events, churches, and beliefs that comprise the Stone-Campbell tradition</li>
<li>Provides cutting-edge commentary on current topics of discussion as well as basic historical knowledge</li>
<li>Written by more than 300 scholars from across the Stone-Campbell Movement</li>
<li>Enlivened with photographs and illustrations (some quite rare) from around the world</li>
<li>Includes an extensive index for rapid reference</li>
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The Encyclopedia of the Stone-Campbell Movement

Foster, Douglas A.

Religion & Spirituality

Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.

The first critical biography of Alexander Campbell, one of the founders of the Stone-Campbell Movement&nbsp; A Life of Alexander Campbell&nbsp;examines the core identity of a gifted and determined reformer to whom millions of Christians around the globe today owe much of their identity--whether they know it or not.&nbsp; Douglas Foster assesses principal parts of Campbell's life and thought to discover his significance for American Christianity and the worldwide movement that emerged from his work. He examines Campbell's formation in Ireland, his creation and execution of a reform of Christianity beginning in America, and his despair at the destruction of his vision by the American Civil War.&nbsp;A Life of Alexander Campbell&nbsp;shows why this important but sometimes misunderstood and neglected figure belongs at the heart of the American religious story.

A Life of Alexander Campbell (Library of Religious Biography (LRB))

Eerdmans

'In general, this book is about attitudes and postures, about the big picture.... We want to suggest ways we can focus our conversations on the core issues that drive our faith and practice and which can transform both what we discuss and how we discuss it. Moreover, we want to equip leaders with ways of dealing with conflict and looking at Scripture that reflect the crux of the Christian faith.' - From the Introduction

The Crux of the Matter: Crisis, Tradition, and the Future of Churches of Christ

Foster, Doug

Reese, Jack

Childers, Jeff W.

Childers, Jeff

Religious Studies

Abilene Christian Univ Pr

WHO ARE THE PEOPLE IN OUR PULPITS?The first-ever national survey of opinion among preachers in Churches of ChristToday, churches of Christ face a society undergoing rapid change. How our congregations respond will be profoundly influenced by the views of our ministers. Who are these people? What do they think about society? About our churches?Doug Foster, Mel Hailey, and Tom Winter are scholars with a deep love for Churches of Christ. Their work covers a wide range of social and doctrinal issues - from national politics to congregational worship. Ministers at the Millennium paints a portrait of the people who will most strongly influence the future direction of Churches of Christ.

Ministers at the Millennium: A Survey of Preachers in Churches of Christ

Hailey, Mel E.

Winter, Thomas L.

Worship & Devotion

Story of Churches of Christ

Abilene Christian University Press

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