Excerpt from Thomas Bridge First Minister of the Church in Fairfield
From the site of the old church on the Cohansey to Boston, two hundred years ago, was a journey of a week or more, now it is possible to cover the distance during daylight.
In Boston we enter the old burying ground ad joining King's Chapel, and wander awhile among the graves reading the quaint inscriptions on the old stones. Presently we come upon the Cotton tomb wherein lie the remains of four of the early divines connected with the First Church. The last of the Reverend and learned pastors, whose name is inscribed upon the tomb is that of Mr thomas bridge Aged 58 years Decd September the 26 1715 Here at last, his wanderings over, he was laid at rest with the illustrious dead.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life and ministry of Rev. Thomas Bridge, a 17th-century minister who played a pivotal role in the founding of the Church of Christ in Fairfield, New Jersey. It delves into the challenges and triumphs of establishing a church in the wilderness, with Bridge's leadership serving as a beacon of hope and guidance for the early settlers. The book examines the social and religious context of the time, shedding light on the motivations and beliefs of those who sought spiritual sustenance in the New World. Through the author's meticulous research and evocative storytelling, readers gain valuable insights into the transformative power of faith and the enduring legacy of Rev. Thomas Bridge, whose contributions continue to inspire and resonate today. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331844563_0
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