Christ Church, Philadelphia: The Nation's Church in a Changing CityUniversity of Pennsylvania Press, 1995 - 372 pages Cited as an 1995 Outstanding Book in Urban Mission, a publication of the Westminster Theological Seminary Christ Church, Philadelphia chronicles the church's history from its founding in 1695 through three centuries of change. The fascinating story of Christ Church is intertwined with that of the development of Philadelphia as a major city, emphasizing the bond forged between the church and the neighborhood surrounding it. This book offers general readers and scholars alike a privileged view into the past and present of a city and of a national landmark. A Barra Foundation Book |