Matching Articles"Religion" (Total 15)

  • Biography of Lester Burry, born in Safe Harbour, Bonavista Bay, 1898
  • Two tables showing (1) the percentages of Roman Catholics and Protestants in each district during the Confederation debate, and (2) the percentages of those who voted for either Responsible Government or Confederation in the 2nd referendum.
  • 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.

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