Congregational Church Polity

Congregational Church Polity: Being The First Two Books Of A Manual Of Congregational Principles is a book written by Robert William Dale and published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of Congregationalism, a form of Protestant Christianity that emphasizes the autonomy of individual congregations and the importance of democratic decision-making. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the history and development of Congregationalism, including its origins in England and its spread to North America. The second part focuses on the principles of Congregational polity, including the role of the pastor, the importance of the congregation in decision-making, and the relationship between individual churches and larger denominational bodies.Throughout the book, Dale emphasizes the importance of individual freedom and responsibility in the Congregational tradition. He argues that each member of the congregation has a voice in decision-making and that the church should be governed democratically. He also discusses the role of the pastor as a spiritual leader and teacher, but emphasizes that the pastor should not have undue authority over the congregation.Overall, Congregational Church Polity is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and principles of Congregationalism. It provides a thorough overview of the tradition and its key principles, and is written in a clear and accessible style.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.