Historical Discourse (Classic Reprint): Delivered Before the First Church and Society of Windham, Conn;, December 10th, 1850; Being the One Hundred ... the Formation of the Church (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the Windham church’s long arc from wilderness settlement to established New England parish. This volume presents the historical discourse delivered on the church’s 150th anniversary, tracing the town’s early leaders, the rise of its ministry, notable revivals, and the community that built and sustained a local religious tradition.

Dewed with period detail and reflective commentary, the text blends biography, town records, and contemporary recollection to illuminate how faith, leadership, and civic life intertwined in Windham’s aging parish. Readers will meet early pastors, discover how the church gathered and expanded, and glimpse the evolving religious and social landscape of 17th–19th century Connecticut.

• Character sketches of early ministers and their influence on the town.


• Accounts of revival seasons and the church’s growth over generations.


• Context on town formation, school support, and community philanthropy.


• Descriptions of church buildings, landmarks, and the succession of worship spaces.

Ideal for readers of local history, genealogy, and religious heritage who want a concrete portrait of a New England parish through centuries of change.

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