The Old Church in the New World: The Mother Church (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025877907)

"The Old Church in the New World or the Mother Church" offers a comprehensive and foundational examination of the establishment and expansion of the Orthodox faith within the United States. Authored by Archpriest Basil M. Kherbawi, a significant figure in the spiritual leadership of early 20th-century Syrian and Middle Eastern immigrants, this work chronicles the complex journey of transplanting ancient Christian traditions into the cultural landscape of North America.

The text explores the vital role of the "Mother Church" in providing spiritual guidance and community cohesion for newly arrived immigrants. Kherbawi details the ecclesiastical developments, missionary challenges, and the perseverance required to maintain liturgical heritage while navigating the social dynamics of the Western world. By documenting the growth of parishes and the preservation of cultural identity, the book serves as a critical historical record of the Antiochian Orthodox experience in the early 1900s. "The Old Church in the New World or the Mother Church" is an essential resource for scholars of religious history, sociology, and those interested in the development of Eastern Christianity within the American melting pot, highlighting the enduring legacy of faith and tradition in a new frontier.

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