The Methodists

The Mthodists tells the story of Methodism in New South Wales from the establishment of the first class meetings in the colony until the inauguration of the Uniting Church. It is not merely a chronicle of events, but seeks to interpret the broad sweep of Methodist history in the state and to illuminate the great themes raised by the life of the Church* why did Methodism experience so many difficulties during its early years in the colony? Why was it able to spread so rapidly in the second half of the 19th century? Who were the Methodists?;As well as contributing to the social and religious history of Australia, this work should be of interest to those members of the Uniting Church, and of other Christian denominations, who seek to enlarge their own self-understanding. It aims to give the Methodists a place in Australian history.
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9781863734288
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Interpretative history of the Methodist Church in New South Wales, from the first class meetings in the colony until the inauguration of the Uniting Church in 1977. Discusses the work of the earliest Methodist missionaries in Australia and some of the minor Methodist denominations. Addresses topics such as the response of the Church to industrial and social conflict in the 20th century, and the role of the Church in the wider community. Wright teaches history at the University of Newcastle, NSW. His other publications include TMantle of Christ'. Clancy is a librarian and archivist at the Uniting Church archives.
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