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Long before the dominance of the Methodists and Baptists in the South, there was another denomination that held a religious stronghold over the region, namely, the Church of England. Virginia’s Anglicans had a history in the colony that could be traced back as far as 1607 to the settlement at Jamestown. Eventually, they would populate west of the Tidewater region and spread along the Atlantic coast. Virginia’s own educational institution, the College of William & Mary, played a pivotal role in educating Southern ministers, many of whom were also Anglican. However, the American Revolution would prove to be disastrous to the perpetuity of the aforementioned

Gloucester, England during 1714. Growing up Whitfield’s education wasn’t stable yet he managed to pull himself through Pembroke and Oxford University. While attending Oxford, Whitefield was introduced to a man by the name of Charles Wesley who was a devout Christian. Within a space of time Charles managed to convince George Whitefield to join the “Holy Club” consisting of men exercising methods to advocate personal holiness otherwise known as “Methodists”. In later years, as a result, Whitefield and Wesley progressed forwards creating the Methodist Movement.

His father, James, was a prosperous merchant in London. His mother, Alice, brought him up in the Anglican Church. Roger’s early exposure to King James I’s religious persecution of the Puritans might have influenced his later beliefs in civic and religious liberty.In adolescence, Roger came to the attention of Sir Edward Coke, the brilliant English lawyer. With Coke’s support, Roger enrolled in Charter House School in London. Displaying a gift for languages, he quickly ch. This earned him a scholarship to Pembroke College, in Cambridge. After graduating from the school in 1627 Williams took holy orders in the Church of England. However, before leaving Cambridge, he converted to Puritanism, alienating himself from the Anglican Church.so he did not like a lot of peapolHis death went mostly unnoticed. It was the that transformed Williams into a local hero–Rhode Islanders came to appreciate the legacy of religious freedom he had bequeathed to

Moor’s Indian Charity School was founded in 1754, in Lebanon, Connecticut to help prepare the local Native American tribes for missionary work. The school was mainly created due to the far distances in between the province and other preexisting colleges and seminaries. Joshua Moor, a major donor to the school, donated a large area of land and buildings to ensure its success. Within a few years, there was a petition created and sent to England requesting help for the school grow in outreach and size. In the United Kingdom, over 10,000 pounds were raised and King George III approved the official charter, moved the school to Hanover, New Hampshire, and renamed it Dartmouth College (Garrett, 1954, pg. 124) Hanover was chosen after the land was thoroughly inspected by several of the newly chartered college’s trustees. The location on the Connecticut River was optimal for travel up and down the river, which would immensely increase the potential outreach Dartmouth could have with the English Settlers, Native Americans, and Canada.

The founder of the Wofford College was Rev. Benjamin Wofford, a Methodist minister and Spartanburg native. He created the college for literary, classical, and scientific education in his native district of Spartanburg. Wofford College was established in 1854 and was one of the first historical all white independent schools. This college was originally meant to be built where Limestone College is in Gaffney, SC. The first president of Wofford College was William May Wightman (1853-1859). Today’s president of the college is Dr. Nayef H. Samhat. For 161 years, Wofford College has been located at 429 N Church Street, Spartanburg, SC, 29303. Gibbs Stadium opened in 1996 and is home to the Wofford terriers football team.

These centers helped to educate the people in the colonies and learn about their common history, all to contribute to the growing sense of education the people were trying to develop. Research shows that “...the Great Awakening as the first spontaneous mass movement of the American people. It tended to break down sectional boundaries as well as denominational lines and contributed to the growing sense that Americans had of themselves as a single people, united by a common history and shared experiences” (Kennedy 97). This quote is showing that the Great Awakening had greatly impacted the education of others and how it was able to help develop the growing minds of the Americans. The colonial colleges the “new light” ministers had founded were Harvard, William and Mary, Yale, College of New Jersey (Princeton), The Academy (Pennsylvania), King’s College (Columbia), Rhode Island College (Brown), Queen’s College (Rutgers), and Dartmouth.

in New Shelter, Conn., and Harvard College in Cambridge, Mass. In 1759, the College of St. Andrews in

William Wilberforce was born on August 24, 1759 to a wealthy merchant (bbc.co.uk). He attended Hull Grammar School where his teacher was Joseph Milner who was an evangelical Anglican minister. Wilberforce’s father died when he was nine; his mother then sent him to live with his evangelical aunt and uncle, who lived near London. At age twelve Wilberforce came to faith. His mother and her friends did not like his religious “enthusiasm”, and tried to reverse it. In 1776, William Wilberforce began to attend Cambridge University, and he was as worldly as his friends. He moved to London in 1779, where he became friends with William Pitt. They both were drawn to enter politics; in September 1780, Wilberforce was elected into Parliament (wilberforceschool.org).

How did events during Henry VIII’s reign cause for a permanent shift in the religious system of England?

He also studied many topics and was one of the most brilliant minds to be produced on American soil. Edward’s didn’t have his actual conversion experience until January 12, 1723. Jonathan studied the bible 13 - 14 hours a day and wrote over 120 pieces of literature which many can still be found. Edward’s was bold in his proclamation of the truth and didn’t not shy away from it even when it was uncomfortable for the people. Edward’s desire for doctrinal purity is admirable and the dedication and devotion given to it is worth reduplicating. George Whitefield was born on December 16, 1714 in Gloucester England. George was the youngest of seven children. He was not raised in a Christian home but rather one that was dysfunctional. His father passes away when he was at the mere age of two. His mother did eventually remarry but it was indicated that the marriage was not peaceful. In 1733 Whitefield met the infamous 'Wesley brothers" while studying at Pembroke College in Oxford. John and Charles Wesley at that time were leading what is known as the Holy Clubs and before Whitefield even had his conversion experience he was apart of the holy clubs for 3 years.The schedule was one that was very rigors and it must have been the hand of the Lord to keep him enough content to stay. It took a very serious illness to confront him on his internal state while in England. Whitefield’s accomplishments are quite amazing he pioneered open air, square and field meetings. The

When you prayed for God to raise up a Bible college to train the young Christians of Wales, He provided the funds for you to purchase the Glynderwen property and start the college yourself. Later, He also supplied the means to buy the Derwen Fawr and Sketty Isaf properties, which served as an addition to the college and a home for missionaries’ children, respectively.

In 1649, after the execution of Charles, Owen again preached to parliament. Here, Oliver Cromwell was present and chose Owen as his chaplain. Owen was then appointed Dean of Christ Church, Oxford, in 1651. In the following year, Owen became vice-chancellor and served until 1657. As a preacher who joined Cromwell’s revolution, Owen’s appointment was a symbolic victory over monarchy. In other words, the new appointments to key university positions were symbolic of the wider ambitions of the Cromwellian administration.

Founded 1352 by The Guild of Corpus Christi and The Guild of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Sister College – Corpus Christi College Oxford.

Founded 1448 as Magdalen Hall by William Wayflete Bishop of Winchester. 1458 as Magdalen College (Pronounced Maudlin). Sister College – Magdalene College Cambridge. Men and Women – Undergraduates 411 Postgraduates 185.

John Milton’s career started with his education. Thomas Young, one of his tutors, inspired two of Milton’s letters (“John Milton”, Poetry Foundation). His other tutors included William Chapell and Nathaniel Tovey (“Life of John Milton”). In the 1620’s, he went to St. Paul’s school and once he reached the age of sixteen, he started college at Christ’s College in Cambridge. While studying in Cambridge, he was aiming for a degree in ministry. However, this plan changed as his satisfaction with the Church of England went downhill. Milton decided to reside with his father where he continued his studies, but drifted along the lines of a more science, mathematics, and poetry based curriculum (Puchner 2742).