Allen, Jeff

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Title supplied by cataloger.Presbyterianism is predominantly a Christian denomination. Some of the principles articulated by John Calvin still remain at the core of its beliefs; among these are the sovereignty of God, the authority of the scripture, justification by grace through faith and the priesthood of all believers. The earliest American Presbyterian churches were established in Virginia, New England, Maryland, and Delaware during the 17th century and were mainly of English origin. Portions of the Presbyterian Church in the United States have been separated from the main body, and some parts have reunited several times. The greatest division occurred in 1861 during the American Civil War. The two branches that were created by that division were reunited in 1983 to form the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), which is currently the largest Presbyterian group in this country. In North America, because of past or current doctrinal differences, Presbyterian churches often overlap.Interior view of Korean Philadelphia Presbyterian Church, located at 3412 W. Fourth Street. Photo shows a beautiful and elaborate stained glass window. Stained glass windows have been described as 'illuminated wall decorations' and were commonly used in churches for decorative and informative purposes; sometimes members of a congregation would donated such windows in memory of their loved ones. This 1,400-seat church was designed by S. Tilden Norton. Verso on photograph states that this church started off as Temple Sinai East. The first services were held in 1925, and it remained a synagogue until 1960, when Temple Sinai relocated to a new location...

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Los Angeles Public Library

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