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Religious organizations, 1926-1935

 Series

Scope and Contents

The Religious organizations series (1926-1935, scattered) contains documents describing numerous religious organizations' official stance on war. Included are peace resolutions from such groups as the Society of Friends, Methodist Episcopal Church, American Unitarian Association, the Augustana Synod, Church of Christ in America, the Disciples of Christ, and various Congregational Christian Church Associations. Also included are minutes and reports of the secretaries of church peace unions, documents related to church services, and prayers directly relating to world peace. Newsletters, pamphlets and flyers published by various religiously affiliated organizations address the history and objectives of the organizations, list pastors and congregational supporters, report on broader world events, and encourage activism within a religious context.

Dates

  • Creation: 1926-1935

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on the use of this collection.

Extent

From the Collection: 1.5 Cubic Feet (/ 3 boxes and 4 oversize folders)

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Augustana College Special Collections Repository

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