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Items with subject 'Religious History'
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Trehearne Family collection
by Unknown (1847 – 1893)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
This collection contains material on the Trehearne family. Also included is a receipt into the Treasury of Maryland from 1847 from the Clerks of the County Court of Baltimore City Court and, the Methodist Advance, February 1893.
Trinity United Methodist Church collection
by Trinity United Methodist Church (1905 – 2005)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a DVD of the history of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Salisbury, Maryland, entitled "Our Story" along with a transcription of the information relayed in the film. A booklet entitled "A Sanctuary for a Century: Trinity United Methodist Church 100: 50 Year Members" is also included.
Trinity United Methodist Episcopal Church, South records
by Trinity United Methodist Episcopal Church, South (1880 – 2014)
1 carton, 2 boxes (2 linear feet)
Trinity United Methodist Episcopal Church, South records document the congregational activities of the church 1880-2014. Quarterly conference meeting minutes and pastor’s reports on the church’s activities support the church registers, which include marriage, baptismal, and membership records. Oral histories of parishioners and pastors also document the long-standing Salisbury, Maryland church.
Views of Salisbury film collection
by Unknown (1935)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
16 mm film and digitized copy featuring many different views of Salisbury, Maryland from 1935 including St. Peter's, Wicomico Presbyterian, Trinity and Asbury Churches; Wicomico High School, Maryland State Teachers College, Tuberculosis Sanatorium, Peninsula General Hospital and the John B. Parsons home.
Wicomico Presbyterian Church records
by Wicomico Presbyterian Church (1750 – 1976)
1 box (1.5 linear feet)
The Wicomico Presbyterian Church Collection contains various materials concerning the Wicomico Presbyterian Church and related congregations, however, it does not represent a complete history of the Wicomico Presbyterian Church. All materials in this collection have been photocopied, therefore, it does not contain any original documents, photographs or papers. Information is given about a variety of topics including Presbyterian history in Wicomico County, church pastors and the women of the Wicomico Presbyterian Church's Women's Association. The collection spans from the 18th Century, with copies of documents and transcriptions, through the 1950's, with papers concerning church renovation and weekly church bulletins. Select budget information and correspondence from the early to mid 20th Century can also be viewed. The Wicomico Presbyterian Church celebrated its 250th Anniversary in 1933, commemorating founder Francis Makemie's beginnings in and around the Wicomico River area.
William H. Edwards papers
by Edwards, William Henry (1883 – 1958)
1 carton, 1 box (1.25 linear feet)
The William H. Edwards papers document the intensive research and preparation of a prominent Methodist Preacher from Virginia in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. Drawing inspiration directly from the Bible, religious articles, and other religious leaders, William H. Edwards’ created unique sermons and extracted details from short and long Biblical passages. The papers date from 1883-1958 and highlight his relationship with his wife, fraternity, and religion. His dedication to family and Methodism is documented in correspondence, scripture and sermon notes, newspaper clippings, and publications.
Worcester County research collection
by Unknown (1742 – 1974)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
The Worcester County research collection contains documents that cover the history of Worcester County. Major topics covered are: the foundation and early history of Worcester County, Worcester County Revolutionary and Civil War periods, historic sites and homes, religious information, and Snow Hill. Also included are Maps of Snow Hill and Worcester County, various writings and essays on Worcester County, and magazine articles.
Worcester Parish collection
by Worcester Parish (Undated)
1 box, 2 oversize boxes (3.25 linear feet)
This collection contains books, land records, articles, journals and print material. It delves more deeply into the history of St. Martin’s Church and less so for the others. Four churches are covered in the collection They are: Prince George (Dagsboro, DE), St. Paul’s (Berlin, MD), St. Martin, (Showell, MD) and Worcester Parish in general. There is also a book on the history of the Anglican Church in Maryland, interesting manuscript on the Changing Patterns of Slavery in Worcester County and informative material on colonial inventories.
Zion Church photograph
by Unknown (Undated)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an undated photograph of Zion Church.