Presbyterianism is a denomination of Christianity originating from Scottish immigrants who settled in North America in the 1700s. At the time, it was influenced by Calvinist beliefs, which hold that the whole community is responsible for its members’ sins.
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Presbyterianism Term Timeline in Kingdom of Matthias
The timeline below shows where the term Presbyterianism appears in Kingdom of Matthias. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Chapter 1: Elijah Pierson
...up with strict religious rules in his household, and his family sets up the first Presbyterian church in Morristown, New Jersey. In the church, the Reverend Mr. Richard preaches a Calvinist...
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Chapter 2: Robert Matthews
Around this time, a minister named Edward Norris Kirk is ejected from his Presbyterian church by politicians who think his sermons are too intense. He moves to Albany, becomes...
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