The Cambridge Companion to American Methodism
The Cambridge Companion to American Methodism
A product of trans-Atlantic revivalism and awakening, Methodism initially took root in America in the eighteenth century. In the mid-nineteenth century, Methodism exploded to become the largest religious body in the United States and the quintessential form of American religion. This Cambridge Companion offers a general, comprehensive introduction to various forms of American Methodism, including the African-American, German Evangelical Pietist, holiness and Methodist Episcopal traditions. Written from various disciplinary perspectives, including history, literature, theology and religious studies, this volume explores the beliefs and practices around which the lives of American Methodist churches have revolved, as well as the many ways in which Methodism has both adapted to and shaped American culture. This volume will be an invaluable resource to scholars and students alike, including those who are exploring American Methodism for the first time.
- Explores the full range of churches and traditions that make up American Methodism, including African-American, German Evangelical Pietist, holiness and Methodist Episcopal
- Examines the ways in which Methodism and American culture have influenced and shaped one another
- Superb introduction to one of the most dynamic and influential forms of religion in America
Reviews & endorsements
'Through wise selection of themes, and broad recruitment of contributors, Vickers has produced the best single-volume introduction available to the family of Methodist churches in North America. The volume traces both the growth of the movement transplanted from England and its proliferation into multiple strands - ranging from the earliest distinct African-American churches, through the Holiness-focused churches, and beyond. Highly recommended!' Randy L. Maddox, Duke Divinity School
'This is a wonderfully useful guide for navigating the broad history of American Methodism. Its strength is its multilayered approach. Together these deeply informed essays connect Methodism to some of the most important developments in American culture and society over the past 250 years.' John Wigger, author of American Saint and Taking Heaven by Storm
'… an excellent overall consideration of American Methodism … this is a text that is a rich resource.' Irish Methodist Newsletter
'A strength of the volume is the commitment to treat not only the largest and most well-known American Methodist bodies, but to incorporate historical commentary on a multiplicity of Wesleyan/Methodist denominations … Those who have studied American Methodism will find in this book reminders of important institutions, persons, and events as well as fresh insights regarding the topics treated. Others, not well versed in American Methodism's development, will appreciate the clear presentation of its multifaceted development and contribution to American life.' Charles Yrigoyen, Jr, Wesley and Methodist Studies
Product details
October 2013Paperback
9781107401051
412 pages
226 × 150 × 36 mm
0.67kg
15 b/w illus.
Available
Table of Contents
- Part I. The Making and Remaking of American Methodism:
- 1. American Methodism: a theological tradition Jason E. Vickers
- 2. Early American Methodism Russell E. Richey
- 3. American Methodism in the nineteenth century: expansion and fragmentation Douglas Strong
- 4. American Methodism in the twentieth century: reform, redefinition and renewal Wendy J. Deichmann
- Part II. The Religious Culture of American Methodism:
- 5. Revivalism and preaching Michael K. Turner
- 6. Sacraments and life cycle rituals Karen B. Westerfield Tucker
- 7. Discipline and polity Douglas M. Koskela
- 8. Clergy E. Brooks Holifield
- 9. Laity Jennifer Woodruff Tait
- 10. Asceticism Maura Jane Farrelly
- 11. Healing Candy Gunther Brown
- 12. Spiritual biography and autobiography Ted C. Campbell
- 13. Education Stan Ingersol
- Part III. Methodists and American Society:
- 14. Methodists and race Morris Davis
- 15. African American Methodists and the civil rights movement Dennis Dickerson
- 16. American Methodist women: roles and contributions Laceye Warner
- 17. Methodists and war Andrew Wood
- 18. Methodists and popular culture Christopher Anderson.
