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Church Comity

Church Comity

Douglass, H. Paul

Hardcover

General Christianity

ISBN10: 1025553322
ISBN13: 9781025553320
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 200
Weight: 1.01
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Church Comity is an insightful study of interdenominational cooperation and the strategic organization of religious institutions in the early twentieth century. Written by H. Paul Douglass, a leading figure in the sociology of religion, this work examines the principles and practices of comity-the mutual agreement between different Christian denominations to coordinate their efforts and avoid competitive overlap in community service and church planting.

Through a lens that combines theological concerns with sociological methodology, the text provides a detailed analysis of how Protestant churches navigated the challenges of rapid urbanization and social shifts. Douglass explores the practicalities of parish boundaries, the allocation of resources, and the development of federated church councils. By advocating for a scientific approach to religious expansion, the work seeks to maximize the efficiency and impact of the church as a social institution.

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