Name: Alexander Mack: A Man Who Rippled the Waters: Myrna Grove; illustrated by Mary Jewell: 9781601261038: Masthof: Books
Brand: Myrna Grove; illustrated by Mary Jewell
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Alexander Mack: A Man Who Rippled the Waters

Myrna Grove; illustrated by Mary Jewell

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Alexander Mack (1679-1735) was the first minister and organizer of the Brethren movement in Germany in the 18th century. Mack lived during an unsettling time, and he was dissatisfied with practices in the established church. Mack sought to humbly follow the teachings of Jesus and live his faith every day. Since the first baptisms in Schwarzenau, Germany, in 1708, Mack's influence has been far-reaching. In 1729, he migrated to Germantown, Pennsylvania, where the church expanded. This well-written text is accompanied by vibrant color illustrations throughout. (60pp. full-color illus. hardcover. Author, 2008.)

An Excellent Choice for early Church of the Brethren History
This book is an excellent historical account of Alexander Mack, Sr., the founder of the Church of the Brethren in 1708. Though originally written for children, there is much to be learned from the text by adults wishing to become familiar with the church's beginnings in Schwarzenau, Germany. Thanks to the author, Myrna Grove, for chronicling the story for the denomination's 300th anniversary.
The illustrations by Mary Jewell add to the story's drama, as they were painted on location where the Church of the Brethren's beginnings took place. Mary traveled to Schwarzenau to assimilate the ambiance of the church's struggle during its beginnings.