The Life of Michael Schlatter is a biographical book written by Henry Harbaugh in 1857. The book provides a detailed account of the life and work of Michael Schlatter, a German-born minister who played a significant role in the development of the German Reformed Church in America during the 18th century. The book begins with Schlatter's early life in Germany and his decision to become a minister. It then follows his journey to America, where he faced numerous challenges in establishing and organizing German Reformed ...
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The Life of Michael Schlatter is a biographical book written by Henry Harbaugh in 1857. The book provides a detailed account of the life and work of Michael Schlatter, a German-born minister who played a significant role in the development of the German Reformed Church in America during the 18th century. The book begins with Schlatter's early life in Germany and his decision to become a minister. It then follows his journey to America, where he faced numerous challenges in establishing and organizing German Reformed congregations in Pennsylvania, New York, and other parts of the country. Throughout the book, Harbaugh provides a comprehensive description of Schlatter's travels and labors among the German communities in America, including his efforts to promote education and improve the social and economic conditions of his fellow Germans. The Life of Michael Schlatter also explores Schlatter's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his theological views and contributions to the German Reformed Church. Overall, the book offers a fascinating insight into the life of a pioneering figure in the history of the German Reformed Church in America, and provides a valuable resource for those interested in the history of religion and immigration in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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