1 review for American Methodism: Past & Future Growth
Bishop Timothy W. Whitaker –
William P. Payne’s American Methodism: Past and Future Growth is a new study of the phenomenon of early American Methodism that will be of interest to historians, church growth theorists, and especially leaders in the United Methodist Church today. His historical research breaks new ground, and his empirical analysis contributes to a better understanding of church growth. We United Methodists shall not only learn about our extraordinary heritage, but we shall receive from this study lessons that are vitally relevant for the mission of our Church today. Payne concludes with a prophetic note; how could he not, when we compare our past missionary zeal with our present predicament? But this prophetic note is well earned by the thorough research and informed analysis of the author.
Bishop Timothy W. Whitaker –
William P. Payne’s American Methodism: Past and Future Growth is a new study of the phenomenon of early American Methodism that will be of interest to historians, church growth theorists, and especially leaders in the United Methodist Church today. His historical research breaks new ground, and his empirical analysis contributes to a better understanding of church growth. We United Methodists shall not only learn about our extraordinary heritage, but we shall receive from this study lessons that are vitally relevant for the mission of our Church today. Payne concludes with a prophetic note; how could he not, when we compare our past missionary zeal with our present predicament? But this prophetic note is well earned by the thorough research and informed analysis of the author.