Methodist History

Francis Asbury

Many Methodist’s have heard of John Wesley, who along with his brother Charles, are considered the founders of Methodism.  However, very few people probably know of Francis Asbury, who is considered the founder of American Methodism.  We recently had a worship service devoted to Francis Asbury to see what we can learn from this man who died 200 years ago.

Bishop Francis Asbury, 1745-1816

If you are interested in learning a bit more about Francis Asbury here are some links for more information.

A short bio of Asbury from Historic St. George’s United Methodist Church in Philadelphia, PA

http://s3.amazonaws.com/gcah.org/Resources/Asbury_handout_Hist_St_G.pdf

 

Christian History Magazine #114- Francis Asbury: Pioneer of Methodism    The Magazine Christian History has a whole issue devoted to Asbury.

https://www.christianhistoryinstitute.org/magazine/issue/francis-asbury-pioneer-of-methodism/

There are two videos that give an over view of Asbury’s life and influence.

And one from Chuck Knows Church

Interested in other parts of Methodist History?  The United Methodist Church’s website has a variety of articles about the History of Methodism

http://www.umc.org/who-we-are/history

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