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Alexander Campbell (12 September 1788 – 4 March 1866) was an Ulster Scots immigrant who became an ordained minister in the United States and joined his father Thomas Campbell as a leader of a reform effort that is historically known as the Restoration Movement, and by some as the "Stone-Campbell Movement."
Alexander Campbell (born September 12, 1788, near Ballymena, County Antrim, Ireland—died March 4, 1866, Bethany, West Virginia, U.S.) was an American clergyman, writer, and founder of the Disciples of Christ and Bethany College.
May 29, 2018 · Alexander Campbell (1788-1866) was a Christian reformer and a leader of the Restoration Movement, which aimed to restore the practices of the early Christians. He founded the Disciples of Christ denomination, advocated for biblical authority and Christian unity, and engaged in public debates and education.
Alexander Campbell. This 18th century Irishman became one of the founders of the Disciples of Christ and the Church of Christ. "The union of Christians with the apostles' testimony is all ...
Jun 25, 2020 · A critical biography of the leader of the American Restoration Movement, who advocated for the restoration of the ancient gospel and order. The book examines his gifts, flaws, legacy and impact on the Churches of Christ.
The Restoration Movement (also known as the American Restoration Movement or the Stone–Campbell Movement, and pejoratively as Campbellism) is a Christian movement that began on the United States frontier during the Second Great Awakening (1790–1840) of the early 19th century.
Alexander Campbell united with his father in free America in teaching the will of God as he then saw it, independent of denominational restrictions. Step by step he advanced into the liberty of Christ, gaining encouragement at each step, until finally he defied creedal slavery.
