Content deleted Content added
m Replace magic links with templates per local RfC and MediaWiki RfC |
"Methodist" was clearly a mis-typing for "Methodists" in the plural. Tags: Visual edit Mobile edit Mobile web edit |
||
Line 7:
==Denominational Distinctiveness==
In addition to their Wesleyan heritage, [[Religious Society of Friends|Quaker]] influence was prevalent among some early Independent
The ‘independent’ or ‘congregational’ concept of government, whereby the local church is autonomous of a central body and responsible for its own affairs, also played a part in the formation of the denomination. During the 19th century, the denomination expanded, though mainly remaining in the North of England. Its churches were often located in industrial areas amongst the poorest of the population. They became very active in education, temperance work and the relief of poverty.
| |||