1988, ISBN: 1550110047

[EAN: 9781550110043], Gebraucht, wie neu, [PU: Welch Pub Co], Religion|Christianity|Baptists, History|Canada|General, (From the introduction): The chapters in this book illustrate "the co… Plus…

[EAN: 9781550110043], Gebraucht, wie neu, [PU: Welch Pub Co], Religion|Christianity|Baptists, History|Canada|General, (From the introduction): The chapters in this book illustrate "the costly vision" from the Baptist pilgrimage in Canada. In Part One, the reader is introduced to several men and women in diverse fields of Christian service: evangelism, church planting, education, literature, political leadership and overseas missions. In Part Two, examples of the sacrificial ventures in education are described and evaluated. In Part Three, one gains deeper appreciation of the obstacles encountered by Canadian Baptists in several areas where they sought to implement their vision. In the concluding section, entitled "From Heritage to Hope", two well-known leaders interpret the past record of the Baptist denomination in Canada and assess the prospects for its future. CONTENTS: Part One: Pioneers and Leaders 1. Alexander Grant: Pastor, Evangelist, Visionary 2. Calvin Goodspeed: An Assessment of his Theological Contribution 3. The Fitch Twins: Poets and Social Workers 4. Lucy Lowe Bagnall: Missionary Pioneer and Distinguished Educator 5. T.C. Douglas and W. Aberhart: A Comparison of their Theological Permises and Social Perspectives 6. Envoys of Peace: Canadian Baptist Women Missionaries as Peacemakers Part Two: Training of Leaders 7. Woodstock College, 1857-1960 8. Brandon College and Social Christianity Part Three: Encounters and Obstacles on the Way 9. The Socio-Religious Context of Quebec: French-Canadian Baptist Perceptions, 1868-1914 10. Baptists and Organized Opposition to Roman Catholicism, 1941-1962 11. Baptist Home Missions and Church Extension in British Columbia, 1896-1938 12. Tensions in Canadian Baptist Theology, 1975-1987 Part Four: From Heritage to Hope 13. Heritage and Hope: Reflections on the Canadian Baptist Pilgrimage 14. Baptists and the "Latter Rain": A Contemporary Challenge and Hope for Tomorrow<

1988, ISBN: 1550110047

[EAN: 9781550110043], Gebraucht, wie neu, [PU: Welch Pub Co], Religion|Christianity|Baptists, History|Canada|General, (From the introduction): The chapters in this book illustrate "the co… Plus…

[EAN: 9781550110043], Gebraucht, wie neu, [PU: Welch Pub Co], Religion|Christianity|Baptists, History|Canada|General, (From the introduction): The chapters in this book illustrate "the costly vision" from the Baptist pilgrimage in Canada. In Part One, the reader is introduced to several men and women in diverse fields of Christian service: evangelism, church planting, education, literature, political leadership and overseas missions. In Part Two, examples of the sacrificial ventures in education are described and evaluated. In Part Three, one gains deeper appreciation of the obstacles encountered by Canadian Baptists in several areas where they sought to implement their vision. In the concluding section, entitled "From Heritage to Hope", two well-known leaders interpret the past record of the Baptist denomination in Canada and assess the prospects for its future. CONTENTS: Part One: Pioneers and Leaders 1. Alexander Grant: Pastor, Evangelist, Visionary 2. Calvin Goodspeed: An Assessment of his Theological Contribution 3. The Fitch Twins: Poets and Social Workers 4. Lucy Lowe Bagnall: Missionary Pioneer and Distinguished Educator 5. T.C. Douglas and W. Aberhart: A Comparison of their Theological Permises and Social Perspectives 6. Envoys of Peace: Canadian Baptist Women Missionaries as Peacemakers Part Two: Training of Leaders 7. Woodstock College, 1857-1960 8. Brandon College and Social Christianity Part Three: Encounters and Obstacles on the Way 9. The Socio-Religious Context of Quebec: French-Canadian Baptist Perceptions, 1868-1914 10. Baptists and Organized Opposition to Roman Catholicism, 1941-1962 11. Baptist Home Missions and Church Extension in British Columbia, 1896-1938 12. Tensions in Canadian Baptist Theology, 1975-1987 Part Four: From Heritage to Hope 13. Heritage and Hope: Reflections on the Canadian Baptist Pilgrimage 14. Baptists and the "Latter Rain": A Contemporary Challenge and Hope for Tomorrow<

1988, ISBN: 9781550110043

Trade paperback, xii, 281 p.; 21 cm., Good., Includes bibliographical references., Burlington, Ont., Canada, [PU: Welch Pub. Co.]