Growth and Reunion of Presbyterianism

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Growth and Reunion of Presbyterianism

Lesson 3 Lecture 2

January 15, 2014 • Dr. S. Donald Fortson

To explore the beginnings of the Great Awakening movement and its influence on Presbyterian doctrine, practice, and culture

To examine the doctrinal issues surrounding the schism of 1741 and the reunion that followed between the Old and New Side

To introduce the life, theology, and influence of John Witherspoon

Foundations of Protestant Theology

January 15, 2014 • Dr. S. Donald Fortson

To introduce the foundations of Protestantism as ushered in by the Reformation To explore how the Reformation shaped Presbyterian theology and practice

The English Reformation

January 15, 2014 • Dr. S. Donald Fortson

To introduce the foundations of Protestantism as ushered in by the Reformation To explore how the Reformation shaped Presbyterian theology and practice

American Puritanism during the 17th Century

January 15, 2014 • Dr. S. Donald Fortson

To introduce Puritan influence and growth in 17th century America To examine the growth of the Presbyterian church in Pennsylvania and the importance of the Log College To introduce the controversy surrounding subscriptionism and the Adopting Act of 1729