History

  • How the history of advent gives us a reason for the season
    Learning about the history of advent and advent symbols gives us a path to discover the sacred ways of old and new traditions of the Christmas season.
  • Methodist history in Indy
    A brief history of the Methodist church, including styles of church architecture and growth of the Methodist denomination in Indianapolis.
  • History of Indianapolis churches
    In the first story of a series, a historiographer introduces us to the history of the Circle City’s Christian congregations and growth trends.
  • Roofless church
    Unity and harmony beckon to us at the New Harmony Roofless Church, a modernist architectural masterpiece designed by renowned architect Philip Johnson.
  • Wendish heritage in Texas
    A Texas photographer and historian recounts two journeys – the one that changed his life and the historical journey that changed the lives of hundreds of Lutheran Wends.