Publisher's Synopsis
""Churches Between The Mountains"" is a comprehensive historical account of the Lutheran congregations in Perry County, Pennsylvania, written by David H. Focht and originally published in 1862. The book explores the development and growth of the Lutheran churches in the region, tracing their origins back to the early settlers and their religious practices. Focht delves into the various challenges and obstacles that the churches faced throughout their history, including financial difficulties, disagreements among members, and the impact of wars and natural disasters. The book also covers the contributions of prominent figures in the local Lutheran community, such as pastors and lay leaders, and provides a detailed look at the architecture and design of the churches themselves. Overall, ""Churches Between The Mountains"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the religious and cultural history of Perry County, Pennsylvania, and the role that the Lutheran congregations played in shaping the community.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
