Documents for Church History Class

June 2, 2023

The Germantown Protest against Slavery

Kendall Myers August 8, 2017

This is the text of a protest published in 1688 by four Quakers, called by Wikipedia “the first protest against African-American slavery made by a religious body in the English colonies.”…

The Anabaptist Vision

Harold S. Bender August 8, 2017

Harold Bender’s classic essay on Anabaptist origins and ideas has given shape to the thinking of many in the conservative Anabaptist movement.…

The Amish Deserve No Mocking

Bryan McKenzie August 8, 2017

In this opinion piece, reprinted by permission of The Daily Progress, the author argues that the Amish deserve respect, not ridicule, for their faithful adherence to their beliefs.…

Syllabus for Church History

Kendall Myers August 8, 2017

Mr. Myers’ document outlines the objectives, requirements, texts, and grading for Church History classes.…

Spreading Anabaptist Tree

Kendall Myers August 8, 2017

A hand-drawn illustration graphs the development of Anabaptist groups descended from the Swiss Brethren.…

Schleitheim Confession and Congregational Order (Full Text with Footnotes)

Michael Sattler August 8, 2017

This document includes the full text of the Schleitheim Confession, the earliest Anabaptist confession, as well as the Congregational Order. The Anabaptists set forth their principles on baptism,…

Schleitheim Confession (Condensed Version)

Michael Sattler August 8, 2017

This document includes the text of the Schleitheim Confession, the earliest Anabaptist confession. The Anabaptists set forth their principles on baptism, communion, excommunication, nonresistance,…

Revised Amish Mennonite History by Goering

James A Goering August 8, 2017

In a paper produced for Minister’s Study Week, James Goering surveys 20th century Anabaptist groups and the forces in their development. Goering discusses the growth and movement in Anabaptism during…

Recommended Resources for Church History Class

Kendall Myers August 8, 2017

Kendall recommends several resources for church history class. These resources are freely available online, but are not hosted on The Dock. Church History Magazine Issue 55: The Monkey Trial and the…