Matching Articles"Religion" (Total 14)

  • Biography of Lester Burry, born in Safe Harbour, Bonavista Bay, 1898
  • Information about the Church of England and it's influence in Newfoundland history.
  • There is a marked distinction in the architecture of religious buildings in Newfoundland, determined at first by period and then by denomination.
  • An introduction into the life of James Crawford (1893-1963), WW I veteran, businessman, and commanding officer of the Church Lads' Brigade.
  • Whether or not the province should adopt a non-denominational education system became a controversial issue during the 1980s and 1990s.
  • Public education in Newfoundland and Labrador, since its beginnings in the early 19th century, has largely been shaped by religion and the economy.
  • A brief biography of Evangeline Booth (1865-1950), fourth elected general and world leader of the Salvation Army, and her connection to Newfoundland
  • An introduction to the album of Joseph Laurence (1819-1886) showing photos of Newfoundland from the late 19th century.
  • About Methodism in Newfoundland, from arrival, to expansion, to consolidation with the United Church of Canada.
  • A look at the Moravian Church, it's origins, and it's influence on Newfoundland and Labrador.
  • A sample of calendar and life cycle customary practices that are popular in Newfoundland and Labrador
  • About Alice B. Garrigus who, along a retired missionary couple, introduced Pentecostalism to Newfoundland and Labrador and established the Bethesda Mission.
  • A broad look at religion in Newfoundland and Labrador throughout the centuries.
  • A brief history on the Salvation Army and relations with Newfoundland and Labrador.