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Charting Florida’s early story through faith, travel, and perseverance
This nonfiction memoir traces a half-century of growth and struggle in the Florida field of Methodism. From exploration and settlement to the Civil War era, it follows fearless preachers who traveled long roads on foot or horseback, often facing arduous journeys to reach scattered communities. The narrative blends history with personal testimony, highlighting how faith, community, and endurance shaped the church and the people it healed and united.
Two brief, vivid sections survey the opening of Florida to explorers, the clash of cultures, and the steady spread of congregations. Readers will glimpse the daily life of frontier ministers, the challenges of conducting services across miles of wilderness, and the way faith sustained both ministers and families through war and transformation.
What you’ll experience
- A grounded history of Florida’s early religious work and its key figures
- Vivid scenes of travel, community building, and endurance in tough conditions
- Reflections on faith, leadership, and the toll of war on a church
- A chronological look at growth, setbacks, and the enduring mission
Ideal for readers of religious history, regional memoirs, and those curious about how faith shaped communities on Florida’s early frontier.
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He has attempted only a connected outline, as limited space would allow no more. In doing this he lays no claim to originality, but has gathered facts from every source within reach, condensing them into as small space as possible, and presenting them in his own lan guage. He here acknowledges obligations to Mr. Fair banks, from whom he has drawn largely in dates and incidents.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating journey through the early history of Florida, from the era of Spanish conquistadors like Juan Ponce de Leon and Hernando de Soto to the establishment of Protestant missions in the 19th century. The author, a Methodist minister with over fifty years of experience in Florida, meticulously gathers historical accounts and personal anecdotes to paint a vivid picture of the challenges and triumphs faced by early settlers and missionaries. The narrative delves into the complex interactions between European colonizers, Native American tribes, and the evolving religious landscape of the region. It highlights the struggles of early missionaries like John Slade and John L. Jerry as they navigated treacherous terrains and cultural barriers to spread their faith. Extracts from diaries and historical records provide firsthand accounts of the hardships endured and the unwavering dedication of these pioneers. This book explores themes of exploration, cultural clash, religious devotion, and the resilience of the human spirit. It sheds light on a pivotal period in Florida's history, offering valuable insights into the forces that shaped the state's identity and the enduring legacy of its early pioneers. By weaving together historical events and personal narratives, the author invites readers to appreciate the sacrifices and determination of those who laid the foundation for modern-day Florida. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780259817703_0
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